Reviews
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Amy Quinn)
The photographs are extremely clear and detailed, some to the point of making me squeamish. Basic information is presented on a variety of topics about a leech’s life, along with some specific facts of interest – for example, a leech can feed on enough blood in one sitting… View →
A noteworthy review of Machines at Work from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
The series format includes a tour of the machine and basic description of its duties. Bold typed words are defined in the glossary at the back as well as in the text. Large, clear photographs illustrate the text. Kids will enjoy the ‘Climb Aboard!’ chapter/page in which they… View →
A noteworthy review of Journey to Freedom: The African American Library from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
A comprehensive biography which walks readers through the ups and downs of this influential life. Content is handled respectfully, but honestly. Bold typed terms are defined at back in glossary, appended with a time line, additional resources and index. Wonderful archival photos… View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Amy Quinn)
Part of the Naturebooks series, this book starts with an explanation of what makes an insect an insect and moves down to flies and then specifically those that bite. The life cycle of biting flies is covered through text and photos. The last chapter explains how people can protect… View →
A noteworthy review of New Sound Box Books from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
My teachers like using these books when they are teaching these concepts. They are done as a game format played by the letters and would be effectively read aloud by the teacher. The invitation for readers to make up a game at the end of the book may encourage writing in the book. View →
A noteworthy review of Countries: Faces and Places from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
This is a great attractive set of country books written at the primary level. Excellent division of information into food, plants and animals, where it is, work, etc. Good section of country facts, web sites and index. Large format and good photos. I would buy the whole set. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Joyce Heida)
Very easy books to read with colorful pictures and a glossary should interest beginning readers. View →
Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 (Joyce Heida)
This appears to be a good series about animals for grades K-3. The larger print and colorful pictures will provide material for beginning readers. A glossary, index, and web sites are provided. View →
A noteworthy review of Our Presidents from Midwest Book Review on March 1, 2002
These two ‘Our Presidents’ titles appeared last Fall but deserve ongoing recognition as excellent additions to the ‘Spirit of America’ series focussing on all 42 presidents. Ann Gaines’ Harry S. Truman covers the 33rd president, with 48 pages of detail… View →
A noteworthy review of Journey to Freedom: The African American Library from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
Easy-to-read summaries of the topics. Slavery includes information on the history of bondage in America and the treatment of slaves through the Civil War. Civil Rights covers Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and other figures who are less well known. Underground Railroad tells the… View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 1 from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
Featuring large type, short sentences (one per page), and an uncrowded format, these books are inviting to emerging readers. Dancers offers simple information about this popular childhood pastime, including ‘A dancer must practice many hours every day’ and ‘Dancers wear View →
A noteworthy review of Journey to Freedom: The African American Library from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
These basic biographies present clear pictures of their subjects, their accomplishments, and their legacies – Malcolm X as a civil rights activist, Ralph Bunche as a U.N. peacemaker, and Charles Drew as a medical pioneer. The individuals are all shown in a positive light. Crushshon View →