Simple, lively, and easy-to-understand science books in Spanish for the very young are the new reality in the publishing world. In contrast to previous years where there has been a wider selection of books for beginning, middle, and advanced readers, today publishers in the United States (with a few exceptions) seem to be concentrating on books for young readers. Nonetheless, there are still some excellent books for older readers--among them the attractively designed series about prey animals and nature and engaging books about health and nutrition that are highlighted here.