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Amazing Inventions – Booklist
The small books are an inviting size for young hands, and the short text and bright photos are equally child-friendly. . . .Young children will likely both learn a little from and enjoy these books. View →
Food Dudes Set 1 - School Library Connection
There are photographs in every chapter, and a timeline of major events and a related facts page end each book. As reference material, this series would be helpful to students when they are beginning to learn to do research since so many primary sources are included. The books would also… View →
Essential Issues Set 4 - School Library Connection
Each attractively illustrated volume features colorful sidebars, a timeline, an “essential facts” summary section, additional resources, and source notes. The introductory chapters provide a broad survey of the topic, while the concluding chapters offer constructive… View →
Bots - School Library Journal
An exciting series for avid fans of futuristic, artificial intelligence narratives. View →
Haunting of Grey Hills - School Library Journal
. . . a fast-paced. . .mystery best suited for reluctant high school readers. The plot begins quickly and features plenty of action and suspense. . . View →
He Said, She Said - Booklist
. . .writing and steamy content work well for older teens who want new adult titles but need something at a high/low level. A sizzling summer read. View →
Emergent Behavior (Bots) - Booklist
. . . well written and moves at a brisk pace. The science involved is comprehensible to readers who are not robotics geniuses, and Edmond is believably complex and well-meaning. Dangling loose ends and the true development capabilities of Edmond’s bots will lead engaged readers… View →
Michael & Maria (He Said, She Said) - School Library Journal
While the novel may seem like a typical teen love story line that lacks substance, it has added depth, integrating issues of mental health, death, and single parenthood. . . . Fans of Sarah Dessen’s Along for the Ride (Viking, 2009) will appreciate this love story. View →
Inside Martial Arts - School Library Journal
Vivid action scenes will draw readers to these offerings. . . . These brief introductions describe basic moves or stances, as well as more advanced training. Key terms are defined, and each sport’s history is limned. Colorful photos enliven the text. . . . Browsers will be entertained. . . . View →
Daisy Dawson - Library Media Connection
Vividly described scenes, complex emotions, and gentle insights make this a rich read for all elementary students transitioning from picture books to chapter books. Recommended. View →
Essential Library of the US Military - Horn Book Guide
Each military branch’s profile begins with a description of recent successful military initiatives to illustrate the group’s mission and scope. Successive chapters effectively trace history, contemporary roles, equipment, and weapons. Career opportunities and basic training… View →
Super Simple Cultural Art Set 2 - Horn Book Guide
This series offers cultural background information followed by easy-to-make representative craft projects with photos and stepped directions. Each clean, colorful volume includes nine projects. . . . The volumes offer respectful ways to identify and enjoy various world cultures. View →
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