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Amazing Life Science Activities
Ideal for science classrooms or clubs.
Young scientists will learn about weather, rocks, erosion, and solar energy through simple activities. Each project includes a materials list (most are common household items); steps to complete the activity, illustrated with photos; and a paragraph explaining how it works. Safety tips are offered as needed. Nothing groundbreaking, but good fun for primary-grade STEM curricula. Reading list. Glos., ind.
Traditional Stories of the California Nations
Those seeking in-depth information would do better to look elsewhere.
Each book provides information about the Native American tribes of the region, retells several traditional stories, and quotes contemporary Native storytellers discussing the tradition. Color photos and maps break up the accessible texts; researchers may find the writing prompts and links in this Common Core focused series distracting. There are four other fall 2017 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind.
Engineer It! Bridge Projects
Consider Skyscraper and select the other titles as needed.
This series clearly explains engineering principles through hands-on projects. Six-page introductions define each engineered structure, briefly describing its construction, uses, and different types. Five or six activities follow, and "Digging Deeper" sidebars expand on the science involved. Simple directions, inexpensive materials lists, and plenty of helpful photographs make this series a good choice for budding engineers. Each book concludes with a three-question quiz. Glos.
A Journey with Christopher Columbus
These are first-rate research materials presented with much care for reluctant readers.
These introductory texts emphasize primary sources in the telling of history. Photographs of the modern-day locations, historical documents, maps, and paintings enhance the texts, which detail each individual's voyages, his place in the age of exploration, and broader historical context. Frequent questions encourage readers to make modern connections and question the morality of the explorer's choices. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.
Feeling Jealous!
Gr 1–3—Fictional narratives explore intense emotions and provide strategies for identifying and managing sources of stress...
Before John F. Kennedy Was President
An interesting premise but flawed in execution. Select as needed.
3D Printing at School and Makerspaces
Make room for this seminal guide for high school technology teachers and students.
Vladimir Putin
Recommended high-interest reading for light research and budding political scientists.
Some Kids Are Blind: A 4D Book
A wise choice for libraries needing to update their most basic informational books for emergent readers.
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