8The shrill howl of a coyote in the night might send shivers down the spine, but often it is part of a song to simply communicate with other coyotes. This fact is just one that readers will take away from this engaging book about this fascinating New World member of the canine family. The explanatory text is carefully crafted to be accessible to early readers and it covers key ideas about coyotes, including their adaptations and habitats. Additionally, reading comprehension is enhanced by features including intriguing fact-boxes, full-color photos, a graphic organizer, and a vocabulary-building glossary. After reading this lively title, budding biologists are sure to have a better understanding of the engaging and elusive coyote.