The title says lots, but doesn't say it all. Sure, it's cute when otters hold hands so they don't drift apart while taking a nap. You have to read Otters Hold Hands to learn that baby otters float because they're fluffy, and how otters carry their favourite stones. Did you know river otters play on slippery slides they build?

This book profiles fun things to know about otters. Otters Hold Hands is a book for young children to read with their families. Each pair of pages has a science fact about animals and a simple sentence of explanation. At the end is a list of website URLS for more information on these animal facts.

Reading books on topics of high interest is a good way to become a child's cool uncle or favourite aunt. Older children might read this book to younger children with glee. If your young reader likes cute animal pictures, it's time to bring a little science to happy animals.