Gamble's Quail are fascinating birds of the Southwestern United States and Mexico. This book is part of the Homeschool Resource Series. It is suitable for a child about 10-years old. It is set in an easy-to-read, large typeface. 30 color photographs illustrate the text. No stand is taken on creation versus evolution. Language of that conflict is avoided.It does contain a picture of birds mating and a simple discussion of anatomy and physiology. It is what a child could see looking out the window of his or her house. Review questions and additional project suggestions are included.

The Preschooler's A-B-Cs of Nature is one of the best resources to have if you are traveling with a preschooler. Its compact design packs easily in a carry-on. When using it, children have fun while learning to think logically. It aids in mastering the alphabet, colors, counting, and how to organize things into groups. It is part of The Homeschool Resource Series.

Do you want a simple technique for turning a, "That's Nice" picture into an "Oh, Wow " picture? If so, then you will benefit from this book. The technique involves ignoring that little flower icon on your camera.

Abert's Squirrels is the eighth book in the Studies for Wildlife Artists Series. The objective in this series is to provide many views of one, or a few, species to assist those artists who are particular about getting every detail just right. There are 28 pictures in the book. In a few pictures the colors were altered slightly to bring out the finer points of details such as the ear tassels seen on the squirrels in the colder months.