Reviews
Totally Silly Science - School Library Journal
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 series of fun facts woven together with the real science behind them. The books live up to their… View →
Living Wild (Vida salvaje) - School Library Journal
A first-rate animal series returns with updated editions. Each title provides a thorough, well-rounded profile of the featured animal, covering physical features, behavior, life cycles, and habitats, supported by well-chosen photographs and drawings. Historical events and popular culture View →
Norse Mythology - School Libary Journal
Each title in this set includes three brief chapters about major heroes. The writing is simple and conversational. Strivers will appreciate the series, though some tales are overly complicated, feature too many characters, and include personal or place names that may be difficult to… View →
History’s Most Influential Scientists - School Library Journal
The endeavors of famous scientists are related in these chronological volumes. Readers will learn that Roger Bacon was an early advocate of experimental science; Edward Jenner discovered the first safe smallpox vaccine; physicist Michael Faraday increased our understanding of… View →
Jr. Graphic Tales of the Unexplained - School Library Journal
Students diving into this series will discover exciting, thought-provoking tales. Here readers will find accounts of ghosts and hauntings; mysteries not yet fully solved; and creatures that, even after having undergone intense scientific scrutiny, still haven’t been officially declared… View →
Into the Wild Outdoors - Children's Bookwatch
A premier publisher of books in series for children, ‘Into the Wild Outdoors’ is a new 12-volume series for children ages 7- 10 with a focus on the different types of hunting and fishing. . . . Deer Hunting explores the techniques and equipment needed for deer hunting,… View →
Animal Behavior - School Library Journal
This series focuses on behavioral traits of each highlighted animal, rather than pet care. Each book opens with a brief narrative about a child interacting with the pet. These aren’t especially engaging, and some photos are unconnected to the story. Parrot Behavior, for instance, pairs a View →
Iconic American Decades - School Library Journal
Social studies standards often seem to be grouped around particular decades—the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, etc.—making this series an excellent option for classroom use. Each book begins with a well-known event such as the Hindenburg disaster, then moves on to highlights in… View →
World Religions - School Library Journal
This series takes readers on a journey through the world’s major religions. Each book presents a clear and thorough exploration of a religion’s history, beliefs, symbols, holidays, and key figures. QR codes offer access to videos, activities, and extra readings, enhancing the text’s… View →
South American Animals (Animales sudamericanos) - School Library Journal
From the dense rainforests of the Amazon to the windswept plains of Patagonia, these books are a fantastic way to introduce children to the magnificent creatures that call South America their home. A variety of animals, including anacondas and sloths, are explored in this series, giving… View →
It's Electric - School Library Journal
Readers interested in learning about the growing gas-alternative market will find good information packed in this slim series. Electric Bikes describes e-bike basics, including quick-charging lithium-ion batteries, before talking about reputable e-bike companies like Yamaha and GoCycle.… View →
Supernatural Survivor - School Library Journal
This tongue-in-cheek, guidebook-like series is geared to those seeking escape from marauding invaders. It delivers text in short bursts within “taped” boxes set against photos on colored background pages. The prose is a tantalizing mix of true-fact snippets and the untrue, advancing the… View →