Reviews
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (C. Burkard)
Colorful and informative graphics present significant blocks of information that is reinforced with large font printed information. Students will find this is an interesting quick reference resource. This would be a great source for reluctant and high/low readers in the upper grades. View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (C. Burkard)
Simple, well-organized chapters provide a broad overview of biographical information on Jesse. The text contains key highlighted words that are then defined in the glossary. This technique emphasizes key concepts and provides strategic reading support for the independent learner. View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (M Burkard)
Colorful, informative graphics make this an attractive and valuable resource for country information. It would serve as a quick, not in-depth resource. I would especially recommend it for high/low readers. View →
A noteworthy review of Machines at Work from Douglas County Schools, Colorado on June 19, 2002
High interest for boys, especially grades K-3. Clear chapter headings and beautiful oversized pictures. Very informative vocabulary words in bold print and a glossary in the back of the book. View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 2 from San Diego City Schools on June 1, 2002
This is a really nice early reader science book on the desert. It has outstanding photos, clear print, and nice introduction. View →
A noteworthy review of New Word Bird Library from Granite School District on May 14, 2002
The story teaches how to make words by removing the first letter and adding a new letter. The cover shows what age the book is for with the simple drawings of Bird and Hen. The art work throughout the book is very simple but colorful. The words are printed on top of the shape where they… View →
A noteworthy review of Our Presidents from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
Well documented and informative series on the U.S. presidents. They focus on the political times each president served and how that time period affected and was effected by their presidency. Well written and illustrated. Each volume contains a glossary, index, and complete listing of all View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Joyce Heida)
This is a good set of books on superstars in sports for the young reader. They are short and at a lower reading level. These books have an index, timeline, and glossary. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Yvonne Olson)
Large, color photographs combined with informative text make this a good choice for animal reports. Glossary and Internet web sites support the information. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Amy Quinn)
Readers are introduced to the geography, history, and uses of the river. All measurements are given in U.S. and metric units. Impressive aerial photos show the true size and influence of the river. Additional resources included at the back. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Amy Quinn)
Beginning readers will enjoy this Wonder Book. The photographs are great complements to the 1-2 simple sentences per page. A word list is included at the back. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Amy Quinn)
In short, simple sentences, the authors describe a cow’s physical appearance and how cows are useful to people. Clear photos enhance the text. Additional resources are included at the back. View →