Over and Under the Canyon

I should have loved this book. I’ve enjoyed similar “over and under” books by this author and this illustrator. I did like it even though I don’t think the premise worked as well as it has for the other books. The illustrations are good. The narrative seems realistic. I am fine with animals hunting......more

Well I learned something new! I thought that the roadrunner was totally going to be eaten by the rattlesnake, only to learn that the roadrunner is the predator in this situation (and in the back matter, that roadrunners sometimes even team up to attack the snake). The illustrations are breathtaking,......more

Delightful! A family goes on a daytime hike, observing the spectacular sights and variety of life in the desert canyon ecosystem. Then, as the sun goes down, a whole new creature group emerges to live their nocturnal lives, and the family beds down in their tent. I really enjoy books that celebrate......more

As someone who grew up in Utah, I loved seeing the desert environment highlighted with such wonderful illustrations. A mother and sun hike in a canyon through the desert, encountering various wildlife. I felt right at home, like I was on vacation at a national park!......more