Cheetahs are beautiful animals which may become extinct. Barbara Keevil Parker captures the lifestyles of these animals using photographs showing cheetahs with golden eyes and spots in their fur. One can tell cheetahs apart by the configuration of their spots, although when they are standing in tall, dry grass, they are difficult to see. These and other facts about cheetahs are presented in an interesting, informative way. We learn how cheetahs capture their food—though they may growl, they will give up their food rather than fight other animals for it. The author provides a list of necessary words, a glossary, index and hints to adults for sharing this book with children. There are fifty-four "Early Bird Nature Books" in this series and each volume meets the science curriculum standards for lower middle grades. 2005, Lerner Publications Company, Ages 4 to 10.