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Public Library Enemy #1
Gr 2–4—Jasper desperately wants to read to the dog at the public library; he's certain he can find a book that will make her stop frowning...
The Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis
Those who serve middle grade readers and can afford only one series this year should make it this one.
Abraham Lincoln vs. Jefferson Davis: Presidents of a Divided Nation
Good additional choices that show the interplay between leaders and events.
Spies in the CIA
A fine introductory series for young readers.
The series presents limited information about espionage operations in the U.S., Great Britain, Israel, and Russia. Although large fonts, short sentences, and full-page photos will benefit beginning readers, the subjects themselves are too complex for a young audience. Conversely, the slight texts fail to provide sufficient information to interest older readers. Each book includes a "Top-Secret" spy activity. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following I Spy titles: Spies in the CIA, Spies in the KGB, Spies in the Mossad, and Spies in the SIS.
Science of Color: Investigating Light
Excellent discussions of some of physics' underlying principles, for serious younger students.
The physical science topics of sound, light, force, motion, and states of matter are explained through their applications in contexts with broader appeal (Glaciers and Stars are about matter more than their title phenomena). The textbooklike prose, accompanied by stock photographs, detailed diagrams, and well-aligned activities, emphasizes key vocabulary words. Although aimed at elementary-school readers, the concepts are much more advanced. Glos., ind. Review covers these Checkerboard Library: Science in Action titles: The Science of Color, The Science of Glaciers, The Science of Music, The Science of Race Cars, The Science of Roller Coasters, and The Science of Stars.
Attack of the Kraken
Gr 1–3—Yeti Blizz Richards transports his crew to the lost city of Atlantis where a kraken is causing trouble...
Eco Cars
Crowd-pleasing browser material, with occasional informative looks beneath the flashy surfaces.
Each volume focuses on ten vehicles, very briefly covering their purposes and unusual features. Double-page spreads include short paragraphs of text; color photos; and a "Stats and Facts" box, which lists cost, top speed, country of origin, and "claim to fame." The series is formulaic, but readers fascinated by high-powered, showy "wheels" will be satisfied. The books include longer-than-usual glossaries. Ind. Review covers these Motormania titles: Eco Cars, Motorcycles, Off-Road Vehicles, Race Cars, Sports Cars, and Trucks.
Caution in the Kitchen!: Germs, Allergies, and Other Health Concerns
A simple yet engaging look at food and nutrition for elementary-age readers.
In each volume, four or five short chapters give a casual introduction to very basic nutritional concepts. Each brightly colored page contains two or three beginning-reader-pitched sentences, color photographs with boxed captions, and generous open space. Appended to each volume is a suggested activity (such as keeping a food log and preparing an unfamiliar food) and a few random "Fun Facts." Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Lightning Bolt Books: Healthy Eating titles: Caution in the Kitchen!, Taste Something New!, What's on My Plate?, and Why Doesn't Everyone Eat Meat?.
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