Basic facts about the American black bear begin this informative book.  Colorful double-page spreads combine additional statistics with detailed and labeled photographs.  Words to know are in bold font and defined at the bottom of the page.  The same words are in the glossary with the pronunciation clues.  Each page includes a fast fact with extra details.  A map shows where American black bears are most often found.  The book is well designed with a pleasing balance of informational and easily read text with a variety of well-chosen photographs.  The final page consists of one more “Amazing but True” fact.  Recommended books for further reading are written at a similar level and interest are in the back with the index.  A facthound internet site provides a variety of information,k games and activities to accompany this book on bears.  Molly Kolpin consulted with a a research ecologist to insure accuracy.