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Here are just a few of our many great reviews.
“. . . the writing is clear, concise, and thought-provoking . . . This problem-solving approach would be useful at middle school, and, with guidance, at fourth and fifth grade. For a curriculum that requires close study of a moment in American history, this series is a good choice.”
—Library Media Connection, August/September 2008, on The Emancipation Proclamation and The Louisiana Purchase
“. . . brings those troubled days into clear focus for students today . . . Mayer's title serves as an excellent introduction to that key episode in our history.”
—Library Media Connection, August/September 2008, on When the Children Marched
“Quotes from her writings and other sources, plus numerous color photos, add to the authenticity and pleasure of reading this fine biography.”
—Library Media Connection, August/September 2008, on Clara Barton
“. . . [author] provides an evenhanded overview of the gun-control controversy . . . this book can be used for reports as well as for those who simply want to know more.”
—Booklist, September 1, 2008, on Massacre at Virginia Tech
“The text is well-organized and clearly written . . . Bredeson's excellent illustrations and lucid text provide valuable insights into the nature of these hairy, and unjustly feared, spiders.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on Tarantulas Up Close
“. . . readers interested in Joplin s lasting legacy will find useful information.”
—The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2008, on Janis Joplin
“The final chapter of this revised edition . . . provides a good summation of Lincoln's life and political career.”
—The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2008, on Abraham Lincoln
“. . . the books . . . provide plenty of information about the authors and their writing processes.”
—The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2008, on Bruce Coville and Jack Gantos
“Students researching book banning will appreciate this series that reviews historical censorship, provides each author's biography, summarizes the writer's most frequently banned books, and considers current issues related to the author's most famous titles.”
—The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2008, on John Steinbeck,Madeleine L'Engle and Mark Twain
“The author does an excellent job presenting a balance of open-ended questions and supporting information that provide a solid foundation for successful experimentation while forcing students to actually investigate phenomena in order to learn the answers to the questions posed.”
—Science Books & Films, September/October 2008, on Sound Projects with a Music Lab You Can Build
“This book is very richly illustrated and provides accurate information, fun facts, definitions, and a list of books and Web sites readers can go to for more information.”
—Science Books & Films, September/October 2008, on What Do Astronauts Do?
“This well-illustrated volume provides accurate information, fun facts, definitions, and a list of books and Web sites readers can go to for more information.”
—Science Books & Films, September/October 2008, on What Is the Solar System?
“Suitable for reports or for pleasure reading, they are solid additions.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on Bruce Coville and Jack Gantos
“Gardner cleverly expands his science fair experiment books by encouraging readers to build their own weather station and musical instruments.”
—The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2008, on Meteorology Projects with a Weather Station You Can Build and Sound Projects with a Music Lab You Can Build
“A helpful overview of the works of a major YA author.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on Robert Cormier
“Landau employs an engaging format to involve readers in historical turning points . . . this title is an accessible and appealing introduction.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on The Emancipation Proclamation
“Less-able readers in particular will be drawn to the short passages of text and simply laid out pages.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on What Do Astronauts Do? and What Is the Solar System?
“. . . evenhanded account . . . Fine for reports and browsing.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on J.K. Rowling
“. . . this work will be useful for students looking to include more secondary source material in their critical essays.”
—School Library Journal, September 2008, on Mark Twain
“. . . this informative series will be a wonderful addition to school libraries and serve well for bilingual thematic units on animals.”
—Críticas, September 15, 2008, on Mi primer caballo/My First Horse,Mi primer gato/My First Cat,Mi primer perro/My First Dog and Mi primer pez/My First Fish
“Written in basic, jargon-free language, this title . . . presents a solid overview of depression and bipolar disorders to a middle-school audience.”
—Booklist, September 15, 2008, on The Depression and Bipolar Disorder Update
“Even readers who have never heard Paul's music may enjoy reading this lively account of his life.”
—Booklist, September 15, 2008, on Electric Guitar Man
“Chapters . . . provide a wealth of well-documented information . . . a useful look at the origins and greater context of Kwanzaa.”
—School Library Journal, October 2008, on Celebrate Kwanzaa
“Mayer provides a factual and fascinating picture of the widespread criticism and praise brought about by this controversial idea . . . The book's focus on the experiences of young people is a valuable perspective that will engage readers.”
—School Library Journal, October 2008, on When the Children Marched
“The crafts are attractive and easy to make with adult help . . .”
—School Library Journal, October 2008, on Paper Crafts for Kwanzaa
“This series would support and enhance the social studies curriculum and would be a valuable addition to the library. These books would be extremely helpful to students' researching the Federal Government because of the report links section which directs students to great Internet sites . . .”
—Library Media Connection, October 2008, on America’s Security Agencies and The Legislative Branch
“With today's emphasis upon bully proofing our young people, this text offers helpful suggestions for improving communication skills . . . The language of the text is straightforward and provides insights into human behavior.”
—Library Media Connection, October 2008, on A Guys' Guide to Conflict; A Girls' Guide to Conflict
“This series fills a huge void in elementary science collections . . . The text is easy enough for young readers as well as lower level readers in the upper grades . . . an essential addition to all new school libraries as well as existing libraries needing a boost in collection development.”
—Library Media Connection, October 2008, on Looking at Earth,Looking at Forces and Motion,Looking at Growing Up,Looking at Life Cycles,Looking at Solids, Liquids, and Gases and Looking at Weather and Seasons
“. . . the physics involved are nonetheless fascinating and will grab curious readers . . . Excellent boxed suggestions for related experiments make this book a great resource for lab use, and it is sure to stimulate plans for more science-fair ideas and projects.”
—Booklist, October 15, 2008, on Easy Genius Science Projects with Light
“. . . the many sidebars are informative and cover a wide sampling of worthy incidents and individual women . . . The well-written text is studded with footnotes, and an appended time line is helpful.”
—Booklist, October 15, 2008, on The Brave Women and Children of the American Revolution
“. . . includes a wealth of vetted Web sites that provide additional resources about the park . . . the book's strong points make it a fine option for students tasked to research Yellowstone, and especially for those who may be planning a visit in the near future.”
—Booklist, October 15, 2008, on Yellowstone National Park
“The Spanish translation does a good job in accurately portraying the meaning of the original. Color photographs, illustrations, and typefaces are tastefully framed by borders that reinforce the topic at hand.”
—Críticas, October 15, 2008, on Descubriendo dinosaurios con un cazador de fósiles/Discovering Dinosaurs with a Fossil Hunter,En busca de tormentas con un científico/Searching for Storms with a Scientist,Explorando el espacio con una astronauta/Exploring Space with an Astronaut,Explorando la selva tropical con una científica/Exploring the Rain Forest with a Scientist,Mirando a las plantas con un científico/Looking at Plants with a Scientist and Visitando volcanes con una científica/Visiting Volcanoes with a Scientist
“The CD incorporates a variety of instruments, both familiar . . . and unusual . . . and the vocals are light, melodic, and pleasing. The well-written 128-page accompanying paperback contains vintage and modern photographs, artwork, and maps . . . this is a great resource for social studies and music classrooms.”
—Booklist, November 1, 2008, on A Musical Journey in the Footsteps of Lewis & Clark
“This attractive series . . . is clearly written, presenting detailed information in an easily understood style which makes these important historical events memorable . . . The attractive layout with informative sidebars, numerous color pictures, and chapter notes make this series an excellent addition to American history collections.”
—Library Media Connection, November/December 2008, on Alamo and The Harlem Renaissance
“This would be a great book to put in the hands of a highly motivated student needing fresh ideas for a science fair.”
—Library Media Connection, November/December 2008, on Easy Genius Science Projects with the Human Body
“Although designed for reluctant readers, this book is delightful enough to appeal to anyone interested in whales, dolphins, and seals . . . The layout is attractive with numerous photos and fact summaries explaining more about these intriguing creatures.”
—Library Media Connection, November/December 2008, on Secret of the Sleepless Whales . . . and More!
“This series provides general information on the Revolutionary War and the formation of the American government in an interesting and readable format . . . Middle school students interested in this time period and those researching it will find the books easy to read and full of detailed information. The series makes the complicated politics surrounding the formation of the constitution and battle tactics of the war interesting and easy to understand.”
—Library Media Connection, November/December 2008, on From Thirteen Colonies to One Nation and What Was the Revolutionary War All About?
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