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High Technology – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The subjects paired with the elementary reading level make this series excellent support material for makerspaces and libraries with high technology. View →
Core Library Guide to COVID-19 – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
This series gives kids a better understanding of COVID-19 and what is actually happening. An excellent classroom resource. View →
Special Reports Set 5 – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
This series breaks through the conflicting narratives to give the facts about current events. Recommended for libraries. View →
Xtreme Speed – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Recommended first purchase for readers who have the need for speed. View →
Professional Sports Leagues – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
These thorough histories of each league are excellent resources for report writers. A first purchase. View →
US Military Careers – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Recommended for larger middle school collections; high schools may also want to consider. View →
Spooky Spots – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
This well-written series engages readers. Recommended for schools and libraries. View →
This Is My Family – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
An important introduction to diverse families. View →
Spooky Animals – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Engaging animal profiles. Children’s books about gavials, shoebills, and hairy frogfish are especially uncommon, so these could fill subject gaps in larger collections. View →
DIY Monsters & Mischief Makerspace – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
These books feature endlessly extendable concepts, delightful content, and an emphasis on problem solving and using found objects as crafting materials. Any child with a taste for the macabre will want to test out these accessible projects. View →
Makerspace Cardboard Challenge! – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Amply supported by fun and useful information, this series offers a great balance between learning and making. View →
Sports Biographies Set 2 – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The real attraction is the vivid action photographs, which enhance the straightforward prose. Consider for purchase where there is a demand. View →
Video Game Heroes – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
These accessible titles will appeal to video game fans at the upper-elementary and middle school level. View →
The Coronavirus – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
An age-appropriate, helpful series for discussing the coronavirus and its effects with the younger grades. View →
Special Reports Set 5 – Booklist
With a focus on current events, these titles in the Special Reports series provide an accessible and balanced approach to recent headline news. Important resources for understanding today’s issues. View →
Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen: Chic, High-Fashion Designers (Fashion Figures) – Booklist
…the bulk of the material is devoted to the Olsens’ fashion philosophies, style, and design endeavors. The text sticks to the facts, giving no space to rumors surrounding the twins, and emphasizes their commitment to timeless, well-made designs that are also affordable. Even… View →
Lunar New Year (Cultural Celebrations) – Booklist
An approachable, robust introduction to the lunar new year with ample visual appeal. View →
Flattening the Curve (Core Library Guide to COVID-19) – Booklist
The concise, clear text presents ways that readers can try to stop COVID-19 from spreading, including handwashing, wearing masks, and social distancing. Timely and scientifically valid. View →
US Army (US Military Careers) – Booklist
Well-organized text provides detail without being overwhelming or dull, and large, color photographs give a close-up view of the military in action. View →
Science Adventurers – Booklist
Excellent narratives pull readers in from the start, allowing them to step into the shoes of the different scientists, making these well-researched titles fast and interesting reads. Both interesting and informative, this series is sure to captivate. View →
Field Guides Set 2
Stranger Things Set 5
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