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Science Projects

Science Projects

Nina Simone MOSLEY | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

This set won't ring true to today's readers.
Hazmat Removal Worker

Hazmat Removal Worker

Nel YOMTOV | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

A strong series that illuminates lesser-known fields.
Accuracy in Media

Accuracy in Media

Megan FROMM | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

Highly recommended for advanced, intellectually motivated readers.
What Is a Graphic Novel?

What Is a Graphic Novel?

Charlotte GUILLAIN | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

Overly general, these books won't connect with readers.
Two-page chapters introduce graphic novels to those unfamiliar with the text type, briefly discuss their relationship to comic books, and highlight various styles (e.g., ligne claire, comic book–style, manga). "Write your own" boxes provide useful craft tips, and images from graphic novels provide meaningful examples throughout. Graphic novel–writing activities are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind.
Calico Pie and Other Poems

Calico Pie and Other Poems

Tig THOMAS | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

These books seem out of touch with current poetry tastes; weak art sinks the ship.
Earn Money

Earn Money

Mary REINA | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

A solid foundation for financial literacy curricula.
Large print, simple texts, and chipper color photographs combine to make this series a sensible introduction to financial literacy. Defined terms and child-friendly examples ("Mike will have to save his money to buy the video game") explain what money choices are and why saving money is a good idea. Common Core critical-thinking questions are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following titles: Make Money Choices and Save Money.
Learning About Ads

Learning About Ads

Martha E.H. RUSTAD | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

A clear-sighted perspective on media that will trigger lively discussion.
These slim but functional volumes highlight the need to "understand who made the media and why" (Media) and differentiate between fact and opinion, suggesting sources in which readers are likely to encounter each (Fact and Opinion). Large, relevant photographs break up the brief texts, which occupy only a quarter of each spread. Suggested activities and critical thinking questions are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Pebble Plus: Media Literacy for Kids titles: Learning About Fact and Opinion and Learning About Media Literacy.
Prototyping

Prototyping

Colleen van LENT | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

Hacking Fashion and More Web Design are suitable for those seeking material on these topics, while the other two titles are theoretical texts that won't engage readers.
Video Game Design

Video Game Design

Jonathan SMITH | SERIES MADE SIMPLE,  Apr 01, 2015

Uneven in writing quality and lacking in 21st-century design styles.
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