Review by Booklist Review
Young anglers keen to hit the streams will find advice here on gear, safety equipment, lures, and fishing technique. Each of the chapters features full-page photo illustrations and three to four short paragraphs of text. A collage-like spread appears in the first chapter, which shows pictures of important supplies and a thorough fishing checklist. Although life jackets are included in both, oddly, none of the children are wearing them in the book's photos. The second chapter explains how to find the perfect fishing spot, and the third tackles angling etiquette. Lastly, the book addresses lure and equipment, concluding with an activity, glossary, and index. The easily approachable format encourages reluctant readers to browse the glossy, engaging photos and skim the large, double-spaced text. A practical guide for fishing newbies.--Petty, J. B. Copyright 2017 Booklist
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Review by School Library Journal Review
Gr 3-5-Practical advice for budding anglers and maker activities at the end of each book make this a standout set. While there is some overlap, the titles complement one another, from tools and tackle in Fishing Gear, Take the Bait, and Tackling the Box to selecting the best, freshest water in which to find fish in Perfect Spot and Gone Fishing. Kids heading out on fishing trips will develop knowledge and confidence. Descriptions of fish behavior, anatomy, and species in Fresh Fish are accompanied by large photos that feature close-ups of fish as well as children and adults working together. The clear, succinct writing is easy to understand, and the huge fish heads on the cover are attention-grabbing. VERDICT When it comes to kids and angling, there aren't many fish in the sea. This set's a catch! © Copyright 2017. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
These books about fishing will guide readers on selecting the best equipment and bait, choosing the "perfect spot" and best time to fish, strategizing and reading signs (such as water flow and fish behavior), and what to do when catching a fish. Large color photos complement the informative, easy-to-read texts. An activity related to each title's topic is appended. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Reel Time titles: Fishing Gear, Gone Fishing, The Perfect Spot, Tackling the Box, and Take the Bait.] (c) Copyright 2018. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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