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Cat Craze Set 2 – Horn Book Guide
These volumes contain useful information for cat lovers or cat-owning children who may be responsible for taking care of the family pet. Topics include the history of each breed, physical features, personality traits, and day-to-day needs. . . .Readers will enjoy the accompanying photos… View →
Ramadan (Holidays) – School Library Journal
This title succeeds where others have been undermined by cultural bias. An excellent addition. View →
Amazing Vehicles Set 2 – Horn Book Guide
. . .texts provide easy-to-understand information about the title vehicles: history, types, components, purpose, dangers, etc. The writing is accessible. . . . Bright color and black-and-white photos are the most engaging features. View →
Animal Homes – Horn Book Guide
Vivid close-up photographs are eye-catching. View →
Playmakers Set 1 – Horn Book Guide
Focusing on the stars’ sports accomplishments and game highlights, these brief, adul[a]tory profiles also touch on the players’ childhoods and personal lives. . . . The many clear photographs will satisfy sports fans. View →
How To Analyze the Music of Bob Dylan (Essential Critiques) – Horn Book Guide
From a clear definition of critical theory and its purpose to practical applications, this title presents a well-written introduction to the analysis of music and lyrics. The biographical sketch, followed by a comprehensive comparison and analysis of Dylan’s protest and personal… View →
Capture and Killing of Osama bin Laden (Essential Events) – Horn Book Guide
. . .explores Osama bin Laden’s early life and the influences leading to his radicalization. . . .[The] hunt and eventual killing of bin Laden are not sensationalized. Photographs and maps enhance the text. . . View →
Mission: Nutrition – Horn Book Guide
. . .pages with hints for healthy eating and a description of First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Campaign end each book. Vibrant photos show kids preparing and enjoying all kinds of food. View →
Australian Animals – Horn Book Guide
Clear writing and simple vocabulary make it a useful choice for independent reading. Occasional “Uncovered!” sidebars along with close-up photos of the friendly looking title animal enhance the volume. View →
Cool Parties – Horn Book Guide
The basics of party planning for young hosts are covered, including choosing a theme; making invitations, decorations, and favors; preparing food; and organizing activities for guests. The essentials of a festive occasion—the “who, what when and where of the… View →
Cool Parties – School Library Journal
This colorful set of six books has a lot of child appeal. The vivid photos and well-organized and readable content provide great springboards for party ideas. Step-by-Step crafts, sample menus, and easy-to-replicate games and activities add to the fun. Solid additions that offer sound… View →
How to Analyze the Music of Bob Dylan, How to Analyze the Films of George Lucas, James Cameron, Tim Burton (Essential Critiques) – Booklist
With these entries in the Essential Critiques series, students can discover a greater depth to their film and music experiences and learn to tackle these art forms in the same manner they approach literature at school. View →
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