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Animal Groups – School Library Connection
Young readers will be able to easily grasp the concepts presented in the text, as well as view excellent examples of each animal in their natural surroundings. These books are perfect for the beginning reader and boast high interest appeal. One can hardly go wrong with purchasing this… View →
Digital Photography – School Library Connection
This is a great series for budding junior photographers and will provide tips for those who already have equipment and for using your own creativity with whatever camera you have on hand. This series can be used by students for independent pleasure reading or by teachers as a helpful… View →
Understanding World Religions and Beliefs – School Library Connection
The content is easily digestible yet in-depth enough to be both interesting and informative. Teachers can utilize the series to help students understand the religious motivations of characters in assigned fiction readings or important figures from history. Since explication on the topic of… View →
Science Fact or Science Fiction? – School Library Connection
Sensationalistic but fun, these books will appeal to readers interested in the paranormal. Recommended. View →
Earth's Energy Innovations – School Library Connection
This series makes a good introduction into how we use different types of energy and the discrete problems associated with each variety. Recommended. View →
Inside Your Body Set 2 – School Library Connection
These well-bound books feature colorful illustrations that show a diverse selection of youth suffering the ailments that afflict all children, with close-ups of signs and symptoms. Add these to the nonfiction collection for primary students who wish to read about these topics or engage in… View →
Inside Modern Cities – School Library Connection
The books contain enough interesting information within each title for the beginning research project and would serve as a springboard for further reading about each of the broader subjects explored in this series. This series provides a nice overview of its subjects, touching on each with… View →
Date Rape Drugs (Drugs in Real Life) – Booklist
This informative title in the Drugs in Real Life series provides an overview of date rape drugs and offers tips to keep people from becoming victims. Back matter includes quotes from victims, color photos, additional resources, and source notes, making this useful for research reports. View →
Changing Animals Set 2 – Booklist
Despite the potential ick factor, many young readers will be fascinated. These series entries offer a uniquely close look at various insect and fish life cycles. View →
Class in America – Booklist
The clearly written discussions place narratives and data within a broader context that makes them more meaningful. Presenting useful overviews of topics related to class differences, these books will leave readers with ideas to ponder. View →
Robyn Hood – School Library Journal
Large, bold fonts makes the text, written at a second grade reading level, easy to read. Colorful, comic-inspired illustrations on every page help relay the action. While each entry is slim, the self-contained cases are complete and compelling. This series features a relatable heroine for… View →
Xtreme Robots – School Library Journal
Written at a fourth grade reading level, these informational texts are ideal for middle school hi-lo readers but could also be used by general upper-elementary audiences. View →
Community Economics – School Library Connection
Overall, the pleasing format makes these books a useful tool for introducing these topics to younger students. . . View →
Native Americans Set 4 – School Library Connection
Reading materials that provide positive role models for First Nation youth and breaking many perceived stereotypes are essential for all media centers, and this set will do just that. Recommended. View →
Amusement Park Rides – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Brimming with little-known facts and vibrant images, this inviting set should appeal to budding thrill-seekers and curious young minds alike. Recommended for its mix of history and STEM. View →
Beginning Science – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Solid introductory series for early elementary grades. View →
Maravillas del mundo – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
An easy introductory series for young readers interested in the world beyond our borders. View →
Motorcycles – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
From their rudimentary beginnings as bicycles with engines to the high-performance models on our roads today, the motorcycles showcased within the pages of this series are described in clear, concise language that is as entertaining as it is informative. Bound to be popular among gearheads… View →
Super Structures – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The conversational tone and broad range of structures and their locations make this set a fine introduction to these wonders. For report writers and browsers. View →
Founding Fathers – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
A very basic primer on key players in early U.S. history. Large nonfiction collections may want to consider. View →
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