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In this useful series, the orderly stages in working through a middle-school research project are covered, with many examples to clarify the process for beginners. From narrowing a topic, forming a thesis, judging relevant and trustworthy sources, and understanding advertising bias to avoiding plagiarism in writing the final report, common student concerns are addressed. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following Info Wise titles: Analyze and Define the Assignment, Assess and Select Your Sources, Identify and Evaluate Advertising, Research and Synthesize Your Facts, and Write and Revise Your Project.

Clear organization helps make fairly dense content accessible. Four sections (e.g., "Milestones in Motion") begin with a pictorial timeline of selected milestones, such as Newton's 1687 laws of motion, followed by illustrated text that expounds on these milestones. The selections are generally sound, though somewhat limited, and the prose undistinguished. A suggested activity lacks sufficient background. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

These books present very rudimentary introductions to the basics of hockey and football. Football explains such concepts as offense, defense, downs and distance, equipment, and the playing field. Hockey includes positions, face-offs, power plays, scoring points, and equipment. The large type, full-color photographs, and primary-colored fact boxes will appeal to beginning readers and newcomers to each sport. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following A+ Books: All About Sports titles: All About Football and All About Hockey.