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Close Encounters of the Wild Kind – School Library Journal
Exciting stories about people who survived attacks by cougars, crocodiles, or rattlesnakes will draw readers to these books. Accompanying photos include fingers swollen after snakebites, a forearm caught in a crocodile’s jaws, and cougars devouring (nonhuman) prey. Text boxes feature… View →
Nocturnal Animals – School Library Journal
This high-interest series spotlights a variety of species in diverse geographic locations. The animals represented will be unfamiliar to most readers and will consequently be that much more interesting. Many of the photographs are dark, but that is acceptable considering the nature of… View →
Military Heroes – School Library Journal
Real events characterized by danger and excitement introduce readers to each individual’s character. The rush of literary adrenalin will hook readers immediately and keep them enthralled until the end. Given the dynamic topic of the series and each volume’s appealing layout, these books… View →
George S. Patton (Military Heroes) – Booklist
This volume in the Military Heroes series offers a solid introduction to the controversial WWII commander. . . . Gitlin discusses how Patton aggressively pursued his goal by promoting tactical innovations and lobbying for prestigious commands. Quoting… View →
Essential Issues Set 1 – School Library Journal
These books examine their diverse topics in some depth, and cover some seldom-discussed issues such as mental illness and suicide. The texts are well-written, providing examples that put a human face to each problem. Quotes and facts are clearly attributed, and their sources are noted in View →
Xtreme Sports – School Library Journal
Outstanding, motion-filled photographs show a wide range of emotions on the faces of enthusiasts as they attempt such feats as jumping from cliffs or biking in impossible terrain. Both men and women perform the death-defying stunts. “Extreme quotes” in fact boxes lend excitement while… View →
Xtreme Predators - School Library Journal
This series lives up to its billing, with lots of bared teeth, blood-covered snouts, and impressive skulls. The “Xtreme quotes,” often from survivors of animal attacks, add an intensity that kids will love. Each book also provides an example of how these dangerous animals… View →
Rock On!: A Look at Geology – School Library Journal
An important moment in the history of geology or a fictional child’s encounter with the world of rocks serves as a lively opener in these titles, and is followed by clear information on related science and scientists. View →
Cool Baking – School Library Journal
A retro look and appetizing photos are among the best features of these information-rich books. Safety, tools, supervision, and ingredients are addressed in introductory sections, followed by seven easy recipes per volume. Children are encouraged to try variations on the recipes and to… View →
It's a Tsunami! (Weather Watchers) - Booklist
Geared for classroom use, this title in the Weather Watchers series uses succinct text and nonthreatening illustrations to give a basic overview of the earth’s most dangerous tides. . . [and is] a fine way to educate young children about a word they might overhear from… View →
Weather Watchers - School Library Journal
Children curious about dramatic weather, or those writing reports, will find what they need in Higgins’s succinct texts. . . View →
Volleyball By the Numbers (Team Sports By the Numbers) – Booklist
From the weight of a volleyball to the height of the net, numbers are the focus in this slim, square title that folds arithmetic into an easy-reader introduction to the sport. As in other titles in the Team Sports by the Numbers series, the answer to each math question appears on… View →
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