Note: I received a digital review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. ( )

This series is wonderful for children or those that want a brief overview of a specific animal. Readers learn about the lion's habitats, their families groupings (pride), their appearance and general facts about their lives. Even though, they are the top predators, their lives are threatened by trophy hunters and human usage encroaching upon their territory. I also did not know that porcupines are a danger to them and they are one of their favourite foods. Each page features a beautiful drawing, filled with color and, of course, lions, as well as text and labels on other animals, as well as plants. 10 Reasons to Love a Lion is a book that teachers would love to include in their classroom library, as well as school and public libraries. It is not difficult to read, so young readers will also enjoy reading this one independently. I highly recommend this book and series. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book to read. The opinions are my own. ( )

Catherine Barr’s Ten Reasons to Love a... Lion! is a beautiful book to teach kids all about lions as an endangered species. It gives 10 special facts about lions, from the fact that they live in prides to the fact they spend a great deal of time dozing. Each page has gorgeous artwork, with animals and land features being labelled to enhance the learning. Encourages kids to adopt a lion for a birthday or perhaps Christmas. I think this a great idea! I did a snow leopard adoption for my nephew, and a manatee for my sister wayyyy back when. Maybe I'll do a lion for him this year for his bday! I adored the very last picture, with a content male lion in a loaf. I love kitty loafs, the bigger, the better! I read this with my cubs, and we all enjoyed it. They are also interested in adopting a lion, or other endangered species. I look forward to helping them pick out their critters. And to learning why they chose as they did. A great addition to any home or classroom library!

***Many thanks to Netgalley and Francis Lincoln Children's Books for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. ( )