In four brief chapters, the beginning reader will learn basic information about these large, loud birds, and even be encouraged to read aloud to others. From physical description through habitat, diet, life cycle, parenting, and methods used to protect their young from predators, facts about these oversized foul are stated simply and in brief sentences easily mastered by emergent readers. Full page photographs demonstrate textual data in vibrant colors. Special features include an eight-word glossary, a suggested reading list, and the recommended website,www.factsurfer.com with instructions on how to find more information about geese. This title is noted to be at level one in the "Blastoff! Readers" program. It is also a part of the "Backyard Wildlife" series. This title is highly recommended for school and home libraries as well as in any unit study of animals or birds. Reviewer: Janice DeLong
