"A straightforward introduction to glaciers. ...The text reads like clear, informational prose. ...A solid choice for science collections, the book concludes with an information-packed author's note and a brief list of recommended books."
     —Booklist

"Not [Harrison] has a poetic grasp of the kind of animated language that hooks young readers into nonfiction."
     —School Library Journal

"A lively look at how glaciers have changed the face of our planet. ...This complete series, brilliantly illustrated by Cheryl Nathan, is an excellent resource for state standards related to the forces that are changing our physical world."
     —The Reading Teacher

"In a note at the end of the book, the author writes that he has attempted to provide a clear 700-word text with basic information to whet the appetite of young readers. ...I believe that he has succeeded."
     —Science Books & Films