Reviews

Each slim, attractive volume in this well-written series describes a different mythical creature. Large print makes for easy reading; both beginner and striving readers will feel welcomed.…

A mix of general information and specific facts introduces the earth’s continents. Each book includes a dozen ­two-page topical spreads, covering history, ­climate, people, and other areas.…

Each animal (plus one plant) is introduced primarily in terms of its crucial ecological role as a keystone species. In Sea Otters, for example, readers learn about the environmental…

Many students already know bears hibernate in winter. This series introduces other animals that take long winter sleeps and explains why and how they prepare for their seasonal rest. Each…

These titles in the Biology Basics series explore important concepts about biology and the interrelationships of plants, animals, climates, and habitats. Each book will draw in readers with…

his reviewer had the opportunity to read The Periodic Table. This title utilizes an analogy which equates the periodic table to a library in its organization structure. Larger text with key…

This reader had the opportunity to review A Visit to Thailand. In the context of a trip to a foreign country, this simply written, compact book gives young readers a mini-tour of the famous…

The Amazing Moments in Sports series presents memorable events in a variety of sports. The series includes individual as well as team sports and accomplishments by women athletes as well as…

Beyond roots and stems, readers will learn about adaptive protections and the myriad ways plants spread themselves around the world. Some key concepts like photosynthesis are included, with…

These bright, chipper books walk readers through the prep work that goes into getting ready for a big game. No matter what sport readers are interested in, they’ll learn that game day prep…

These four volumes provide young readers with brief introductions to trailblazers of space, air, land, and sea. A two-page spread, accompanied with colorful illustrations, presents people…

“Take a deep dive into unbelievable science, from brain freezes to how space toilets work, in this winning new series. Each title takes a topic, such as animals or space, and presents a…