Animals by the Numbers: A Book of Infographics written by Steve Jenkins, reviewed by Klaudia Janek

Summary: "Animals by the Numbers: A Book on Animal Infographics" by Steve Jenkins is an engaging illustrated nonfiction book that combines captivating visuals with fascinating zoological facts. The book explores numerous questions about animals, such as their species diversity, collective weight, and travel distances. Using his distinctive cut-paper illustrations and computer graphics, Jenkins presents an array of statistical data in an accessible format, making complex information easy to understand for older children. The book covers various aspects of animal life, including weight comparisons, speed, extinction rates, and migration distances, illustrating the significance of numbers in understanding biology and zoology. 

Straight Talk for Librarians: This is a great non-fiction book. This exposure encourages independent reading and enhances students' comfort with diverse texts. Additionally, librarians can collaborate with teachers to use the book as a reference for animal research projects. Students can select an animal to study and present their findings using data and infographics similar to those in Jenkins' book. This approach not only enriches their research skills but also incorporates math and science concepts through graphical representation. By providing students with engaging resources like this book, librarians can foster a deeper interest in animals and data interpretation while supporting interdisciplinary learning.