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Inside the Speedway - Horn Book Guide
This series explores. . . auto racing, covering history, characteristics of vehicles used, rules, and other unique qualities of each category. Racing afficionados will find the texts easy to read and will be drawn to the brief action-packed vignettes of outstanding drivers and their… View →
Digging Up the Past - Horn Book Guide
Archaeological sites and finds are explored in this series, which touches on scientific, cultural, legal, and political implications of the discoveries, research, and preservation. Sidebars expand the thorough main text, while ample photographs of excavations and artifacts will spur the… View →
NBA's Best Ever - Horn Book Guide
These profiles of outstanding NBA athletes from the past seven decades include biographical details and momentous play descriptions, but they focus on the players’ records, awards, and statistics. Dynamic photos showcase each athlete’s abilities on… View →
Great Achievements in Engineering - Horn Book Guide
These substantial books begin with a brief introduction and history, then validate the “Amazing Feats” label with remarkable projects. . . [and] challenges and problem-solving are emphasized. Illustrations include both color photos and diagrams. Career advice, facts, and a… View →
Great Moments in Olympic Sports - Horn Book Guide
After a brief introduction to/history of the sport, each of these books covers memorable Olympic moments. Chapters focus on individual athletes and their inspiring stories of hard work, determination, and talent. “Great Olympians” and “Places to Visit” lists are… View →
Ancient Aztecs (Ancient Civilizations) - Booklist
This comprehensive title lays out the history of the Aztec empire. . . . Kenney dips back into prehistory and offers chapters outlining their government structure, religious beliefs and rituals, and sophisticated innovations, among other topics. She also helpfully mentions remnants of… View →
Magic vs. Bird in the NCAA Final (Greatest Events in Sports History) - Booklist
The narrative is enhanced by the photos and extracts from contemporary news stories and capped with a timeline and a generous set of leads to further information. View →
History of Film (Essential Library of Cultural History) – Booklist
Sidebars, photographs, movie stills, and a time line help to organize and contextualize this informative text into manageable pieces. A glossary and index further assist readers as they journey through this comprehensive look at one of America’s most beloved industries. View →
Backyard Animals – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Each book takes a fairly comprehensive look at the featured animal, covering habitats, behavior, physical features, diet, and defense in straightforward, fact-filled fashion. High-quality photos are neatly arranged to support the textual topic and provide plenty of visual variety. . .… View →
Epidemiology: Fight Against Ebola & Other Diseases (History of Science) - Booklist
Few topics could be more timely and more concerning than the spread of infectious disease. The interdisciplinary nature of public health is explored in depth, touching on the sociology, economics, and geography of outbreaks. Working conditions, job responsibilities, and ethical concerns… View →
Healthy Habits - School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
Aimed at the very youngest of readers, this series emphasizes the importance of healthy life habits and shows examples of a diverse group of kids performing tasks that relate to each habit. View →
History of Science - School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
This well-researched series presents eight scientific fields of study and explores their origins, current impact, and future implications. Beginning with an attention-grabbing introduction, the narrative is engaging, immersing readers in the histories of these subjects. Complex… View →
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