Editorial Reviews
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A Review of "How Things Work" by the National Science Teachers Association
This vibrantly–illustrated book on hybrid cars, one of a series of 13 on ‘How Things Work,’ is very informative, with a relevant message for our society. The author (a middle school science teacher) explains greenhouse gases and global warming at an appropriate level, then connects… Read »
A Review of "Extreme Sports" in Booklist
Thrills, anyone? The Extreme Sports series looks at athletics for the very few. Barefoot Waterskiing is for those who have mastered regular waterskiing and are looking for a way to make it even more difficult. The book explains the history of the sport, how it’s done, and the required… Read »
A Review of "Life Cycles" in School Library Journal
There are intriguing aspects to the life cycles explored in these books. For instance, all clown fish are born male, but after forming small groups the biggest one becomes a female to reproduce; earthworms and most snail species are hermaphrodites, etc. In all four titles, a page of boxed… Read »
A Review of "Life Cycles" in Booklist
In this title, part of the Life Cycles series, Owens accurately points out that every living thing has a life cycle. And the life cycle of a snail is divided as follows: egg, hatchling, and adult. With big, clear full-page photos (one per spread) as well as straightforward text, readers can… Read »
A Review of "5 Steps to Drawing" in Booklist
Yes, kids like to draw pets and monsters, but they also enjoy drawing people now and then. This colorful guide to drawing faces opens with an introductory section that provides drawing tips and a list of tools to get started, and offers supportive advice like ‘everyone makes mistakes’ and ’s Read »
A Review of "Folktales from Around the World" in School Library Journal
Old-fashioned in the best way, each book tells a story from a particular area. To maintain the traditional feel, the tales are narrated by a storyteller, and the illustrations, which include full-page color images as well as smaller black-and-white pictures, purposefully imitate styles… Read »
A Review of "Go Green!" in School Library Journal
Each book opens with a quick overview, introducing environmental concepts such as global warming, conservation, and organic farming. Twelve green tips are showcased in separate spreads, with a captioned photograph facing the text page, which gives eco-friendly advice and reasons why the… Read »
A Review of "How Things Work" in Booklist
Combining the popular subjects of environmentalism and new technology, hybrid cars make for an ideal topic for middle-grade readers. This volume in the How Things Work series is bouncy, savvy, and, above all, clear; it is hard to come away without a working knowledge of everything from the… Read »
A Review of "Space Neighbors" in Library Media Connection
Our solar system is an amazing place and this series will help readers learn more about it. All of the books are well planned and follow the same format with Fun Facts sprinkled throughout. Crisp, clear photos of planets, moons, spacecraft and telescopes, are the focal point of each page.… Read »
A Review of "Weird Sports" in Library Media Connection
This fun series shares highlights and objectives of some of the weirdest sports around today. From the unbelievable horse vs. man race to the downright silly turkey bowling, and even to the just plain crazy north pole marathon, students are sure to find something to enjoy. Each book begins… Read »
A Review of "Folktales from Around the World" in Children's Bookwatch
From a series titled ‘Folktales from Around the World’, ‘The Story of Jumping Mouse: A Native American Folktale’ retold by Amanda St. John and illustrated by Durga Yael Bernhard is the story of Little Mouse, the youngest, most curious mouse in his family, who had a good heart. Although… Read »
A Review of "Weird Sports" in Booklist
When the name of a series is Weird Sports, you know you’re probably in for some fun. And sure enough, Watson’s title comes through. The premise is a book about sports in which a ball is not used. So what does that leave? Well, there’s blanket riding (kind of like jumping on a trampoline,… Read »
A Review of "Space Neighbors" in Booklist
Books on the planets have been around for decades, but they are always in demand, both for school projects and for general interest. Part of the Space Neighbors series, which focuses on the planets, the dwarf planets, and the sun, this slim book is colorful, eye-catching, and well assembled. Read »
A Review of "CraftBooks" in School Library Journal
The seven crafts in these books (one craft per spread) are sandwiched between brief advice on getting started and a short list of holiday-related activities toward the end. Festive illustrations accompany the directions to the easy-to-make projects that, while not geared to greatly expand… Read »
A Review of "Weird Sports" in School Library Journal
Fascinating sports and challenges are briefly elucidated in this series. Both authors give examples from various countries, describing all together more than 50 activities ranging from Estonia’s wife-carrying race to a Mexican golf tournament that involves playing only one hole. Though… Read »
A Review of "Favorite Children's Songs" in Booklist
The slim volumes in the Children’s Favorite Activity Songs series each contain a page explaining the benefits of nursery rhymes and activity songs. The bullet-pointed list notes that singing along helps memory, expands vocabulary, builds a child’s self-confidence, and sharpens listening… Read »
A Review of "StateBasics" in Library Media Connection
This high quality, visually brilliant new series provides primary readers with a comprehensive overview of the fifty states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington D.C. Although the books have different authors, each has the same chapter headings, layout and factual format, and is written in the… Read »
A Review of "Language Rules!" in Library Media Connection
This impressive series tackles the usually humdrum mechanics of grammar using fun examples, silly sentences, and cute little monster artwork. Each book asks the ‘What is it?’ question, and after a brief example and definition, develops the part of speech through examples and exceptions. The… Read »
A Review of "Science Definitions" in Library Media Connection
This series of scientific basics will appeal to a wide audience of readers with its attractive layout and captivating images. Each title focuses on a specific science concept and how it applies to the readers’ everyday experiences. Text is paired with vibrant photographs in order to… Read »
A Review of "Be Safe" in Children's Bookwatch
‘Being Safe Around Water’ is book one of a series for elementary to middle school age children teaching safety practices in all sorts of water settings. Humorous illustrations and a friendly helper named Buzz Bee Safe help kids focus on tips and safety information. Included are water safety… Read »
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