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It's a battle between two fearsome, fanged beasts! Today, the Siberian tiger holds the record as the world's biggest cat. But in prehistoric times, the saber-tooth cat held that title as it prowled the land for prey. Learn what makes these similar animals such effective hunters. Then decide which fierce fighter would best the other in battle.

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"In a fun twist in the animal battles field, this set pits a modern-day creature against a prehistoric beast that shares some similar traits. Short two-page chapters compare key features of each animal. Siberian ­Tiger vs. Saber-Tooth Cat, for instance, looks at size, teeth, claws, and hunting methods. The use of past tense for the prehistoric creatures helps readers navigate the alternating presentations. Photos and illustrations highlight the text effectively: a close-up photo shows the rhinoceros's thick skin, for example, while a captioned drawing notes the triceratops' frill and scales (Rhinoceros vs. Triceratops). Final spreads set up the battle, though no winner is revealed. Readers are asked to speculate, aided by a table ­providing direct comparisons between the two animals. The last spread includes large images of the battlers on facing pages, but nothing shows them actually interacting. VERDICT The prehistoric element should appeal to animal battle fans.--Steven Engelfried, formerly at Wilsonville Public Library, OR ""School Library Journal"""

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Charles C. Hofer is a biologist, photographer, and writer living in southern Arizona. He's a regular contributor to several award-winning magazines for young people, including Muse and Ask. Visit his website at www.charleschofer.com.

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