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Cover: Cat Craze Set 2

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 →

 
Cover: Children's Authors Set 6

Children's Authors Set 6 – Horn Book Guide

These accessible. . .biographies provide introductory overviews of the lives and works of popular children’s authors. Many engaging photos of the writers are included. . . View →

 
Cover: World of Mythology Set 2

World of Mythology Set 2 – School Library Journal

Ollhoff writes in a clear and engaging fashion, presenting complex issues in a way that will be easy for youngsters to grasp. The photographs and reproductions of art tie directly into the texts; the short biographies of various gods in each book will be helpful to beginners. Strong… View →

 
Cover: World of Mythology Set 2

World of Mythology Set 2 – Horn Book Guide

Reproductions of ancient artwork as well as modern illustrations provide colorful portraits of the featured gods. View →

 
Cover: Essential Events Set 7

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 →

 
Cover: Cool Parties

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 →

 
Cover: Cool Parties

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 →

 
Cover: Cool Stuff

Cool Stuff – Horn Book Guide

The six to ten unusual craft projects in each of these books will intrigue creative middle schoolers. . . . Directions are clear and photos show finished objects. . .[and] introductions, safety points, and conclusions frame the projects. View →

 
Cover: Countries of the World Set Set

Countries of the World Set 1 – Horn Book Guide

Chapters. . .cover all the expected details for report-writers: geography, flora and fauna, history, people, culture, politics, economics, and contemporary life. Vivid photographs and useful maps in an eye-pleasing design enliven the presentation. View →

 
Cover: Dogs Set 9

Dogs Set 9 – Horn Book Guide

Easy-to-read. . .texts help young animal lovers decide which breed of dog is best suited to them. . . . The vivid photographs will be winners with dog lovers. View →

 
Cover: Essential Critiques Set 2

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 →

 
Cover: Super Simple Exercise

Super Simple Bend & Stretch (Super Simple Exercise) – Booklist

A cheerful introduction to some basic exercises. View →