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Many unusual animals are introduced here, and there's strong visual appeal, but the set falls short as a top reference for endangered species.
Recommended for general collections.
Aimed at a female readership, this is a lively and helpful series
about everyday social topics that preteens struggle with. Using
photographs and cartoony illustrations, the question-and-answer
format covers a wide range of issues, from handling conflict to
friends and family. A colorful (if excessively frilly) layout adds
appeal. Reading list. Glos., ind.
With so many farm animal series already available—"Animals on the Farm" (Bullfrog) and "Pebble Plus Farm Animals" (Capstone)—these aren't necessary purchases.
Middle graders are in for a treat with this latest spate of new installments in beloved series, from the mysterious Gargoyles Gone AWOL to the humorously poignant How to Outswim a Shark Without a Snorkel.
Curious about what your favorite chapter book heroes and heroines are up to? Wonder no more, as SLJ brings you the latest installments to popular chapter book series, as well as some new series you won’t want to miss.
SLJ presents Nonfiction Series Update, continuations in ongoing series that are not to be missed. This installment, check out the latest on animals, sign language, cell division, civil rights, and more.
This month, we bring you the latest in updates to existing fiction series. Chapter-book readers will find plenty to cheer about, including an adventure in the Forbidden City, a young girl’s trials and tribulations on and off the set of a sitcom, and a class hamster’s attempts to help his students win a trivia competition.
This season’s nonfiction has forced us to think outside the box when it comes to forming benchmarks for good nonfiction, as the books tackle subjects in new and fascinating ways, as well as take on the issue of diversity.
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