This informational book aimed at children in grades 1 through 3 provides interesting information about fascinating salt and fresh water fish species from sharks to salmon. The watercolor-like illustrations provide colorful and lifelike representations that will fascinate and educate young children. The colors change between pages, but most are based in greens or blues and the fish are colored as they are in nature. Each page presents a different fish species and contains about half text and half illustration. Amazing Fish of the World will engage children who already have an interest in marine life and may spark an interest in those encountering such information for the first time. The dangerous qualities of some fish, however, are described in detail, which may frighten some timid children. This book is recommended for children, especially those with an interest in the subject matter. Amazing Fish of the World would be well placed in an elementary science classroom. ( )