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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 →
Science Adventurers – School Library Connection
The books are comprehensive, replete with informative materials, and submerge the reader within the environment of each scientific field. This is a well-written series about exceptional science adventurers in some of the more uncommon science fields. Recommended. View →
Race and American Law – School Library Connection
Harris’ explanations are clear and allow young readers to easily understand complex subjects. The topic overviews are ideal for history, civics, or classroom libraries. Harris’ texts are perfect for middle schools where value is placed on content that is not overly simplified but also… View →
Unconventional Science – School Library Connection
The science examined in each title is simple yet innovative, and students will be fascinated by the information they will learn and the amazing facts that are presented. View →
Hip-Hop Artists Set 2 – School Library Connection
Fans of music, pop culture, or hip-hop will enjoy this series for its brief, timely, diverse, and essential facts about some of today’s young musical artists. Recommended . View →
Freedom's Promise Set 3 – Booklist
Students will find well-researched and informative titles in the Freedom’s Promise series. The short sentences, large photographs, charts, and diagrams will keep young researchers interested. Related links to videos and articles, quotes, suggested activities, and thoughtful questions… View →
Hip-Hop Artists Set 2 – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Solid choices for libraries with teen patrons looking for more contemporary biographical figures. View →
Explore the United States – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
The series does a wonderful job of portraying each state in a positive light, highlighting its important role in America’s past and present. This appealing series will make children proud of their home state. View →
Weird and Wonderful Animals – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Solid profiles of animals that cannot always be found in children’s collections. View →
Mythical Creatures – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Well-written texts capture creatures’ characteristics, abilities, and powers; their historical, cultural, and legendary backgrounds are compared and contrasted. Recommended for schools and public libraries. View →
The Greater World of Sports – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
These are well-written guides to lesser-known sports that could encourage the possibility of invention. Great first purchases if your shelves in these sections are bare. View →