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Adobe Shelters to Steel Skyscrapers: A Timeline of Building

9780716635406. ea vol: 42p. (A Timeline Of…). chron. further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. World Book. Jan. 2017. lib. ed. $22.50.
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Gr 3–5—Time line synopses of topics begin with single-page introductions, followed by eight sections that cover a historical era, with significantly more attention to the ancient world and early developments than the recent past and present. Some events are simply noted; others merit an explanatory paragraph or two per page, paired with a small illustration, such as period art, portraits, or photos of artifacts and technology. Browsers may leaf through these books and learn a fact or two, but they won't find enough information to satisfy their curiosity or write reports.
VERDICT Supplemental introductions for large collections.
Reviewed by Mary Mueller , Apr 01, 2017

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