This book describes the habitats, diet, and life cycle of gorillas. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Marissa Kirkman is a writer and editor who lives in Illinois. She enjoys reading about animals, science, and history. Her favorite animals to learn about are sea animals.