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Hail (Wild Weather) – Booklist
Though it doesn’t downplay the seriousness of the effects dangerous weather can have on people and property, the Wild Weather series primarily takes a measured, scientific approach to the examination of different kinds of storms. Geared toward newly independent readers, the text is… View →
Sexism and Race (Being Female in America) – Booklist
. . .cogently lays out the history of the intersections of race and gender and highlights the many inequalities women of color still face today. . . [and] provides readers with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of the issues. Factoid-filled sidebars and discussion-fueling… View →
Hidden Heroes – Booklist Top 10 Series Nonfiction 2018
Women and minority groups overlooked by history take center stage in this essential series. From female baseball players to Native Americans demanding change to the African American women who were human computers for NASA—these are all stories that need to be told View →
Defining Images – Booklist Top 10 Series Nonfiction 2018
Iconic photographers who documented important moments in history are placed in front of the lens in this attractive series. While the value and artistry of their work is explored (including high-quality reproductions of their photographs), the text’s contemporary perspective doesn’t shy… View →
Ninjas! Skilled and Stealthy Secret Agents (History's Hotshots) – Booklist
Cultural touchstones like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles popularized ninjas for kids, but this book gives them real substance to explore. View →
Survive – Library Media Connection
These are quickly read, and could be recommended to reluctant readers. . . [and] be useful for sparking some interest in actual techniques, information, and skills that would be useful in dire situations. View →
Toy Trailblazers Set 2 – Library Media Connection
These stories about successful entrepreneurs who worked hard to gain success would be a popular addition to any library collection. Recommended. View →
Women in Science – Library Media Connection
Each highly readable and visually appealing volume begins with a defining moment in the person’s career. What follows is an overview of the person’s life and the contributions she made to her field. The books are replete with numerous color photographs and sidebars. Recommended. View →
Ecological Disasters – Library Media Connection
Extremely informative, well laid-out, and expertly researched, these titles should provide a quality nonfiction upgrade to any library collection. Recommended. View →
Up2U Adventures Set 3 – Library Media Connection
The stories move along well and keep the reader engaged. The series can be fun while showing students that choices have consequences. Recommended. View →
Lucky 8 – School Library Journal
The series features charming illustrations that suit the spooky, fantastical tone of the books and will draw in middle grade readers. The text is very readable, with bold fonts featured throughout. Written at a second grade reading level, this series has engaging illustrations and a… View →
Off Road Vehicles – School Library Journal
An assortment of off-road vehicles are depicted in this new nonfiction series. Each book is rich in subject-specific vocabulary and describes the vehicle’s history, types, uses, and terrains where they can be driven. Page layouts feature bright, vivid photographs and graphics with… View →
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