Emily Green has written many nonfiction books for young readers. This book on raccoons contains large, full-page photographs on one side of the spread, and one or two large font sentences on the other. Photographs are well matched with the text. A colorful top border creates a pleasing look to the spread. Books listed for further information are a a slightly higher independent reading level. Factsurfer.com website provides an online opportunity for learning. Some material is at a much higher reading level. A glossary and index are included. This nonfiction book is a good resource for emergent readers.