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Navigating the World Through Books: Social Science | Series Nonfiction
Whether you’re a school librarian looking to supplement your curriculum or a public librarian fulfilling student or parent requests for materials that address certain issues, there is something for everyone in this season’s offerings.
My Clothes, Your Clothes
All students can benefit from this series.
After attending his neighbor's bat mitzvah, David, who's Christian,
is interested in learning about other religions. Friend Sophia's
family isn't religious, but she likes helping others. Fahmi's
Muslim family has their own special celebrations. His babysitter
tells him about Buddhism. Accompanied by cheerful cartoon
illustrations, this is an appealing if limited introduction. An
activity encouraging helpfulness is appended. Reading list,
websites. Glos., ind.
Snap and Share
Considering the rapid evolution of tech, educators may wonder how relevant this set will be in a few years, but readers will most likely take an interest in certain topics and can certainly benefit from learning more.
Working with Veterans and Military Families Through Service Learning
Because these books cover important topics, they may be useful for classes in which service learning is a specific component but should be considered additional.
Being Fit
Solid additions.
Double-page spreads with enticing, large color photos explain
healthy food choices and amounts. A great deal of boilerplate
information is repeated in each volume. Dairy and
Fruits reference the five food groups in text confusingly
placed next to photos of foods in four distinct groups. Each book
concludes with a simple, no-cooking-required "recipe." Reading
list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Healthy
Plates titles: Dairy, Eating Healthy, Fruits,
Grains, Proteins, and Vegetables.
Brush Your Teeth!: Healthy Dental Habits
Though the concept is solid, this set is strictly additional.
This book's opening question--"What is a healthy habit?"--isn't really answered. Instead, examples of safe behavior (wearing a life jacket on the water, using potholders when baking, etc.) are covered in one or two simple sentences with full-color, up-close photos on double-page spreads. A final question invites readers' input, and a quiz reviews information. A slight but satisfactory reading exercise. Glos.
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