<DIV>From the first moment of seeing the terrier in <i>The </i>Umbrella, it was clear that the Schuberts have a knack for capturing expressive animals. In <i>Opposites</i>, the Schuberts have a blast as they present contrasts far beyond big and small. Best of all, the Schuberts let their imaginations fly as high as a crocodile--or perhaps flying crocodiles only happen in Schubert books? A multitude of details will ensure requests for repeat readings. </div>