Reviews
A noteworthy review of Machines at Work from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
Very easy books to read with colorful pictures and a glossary should interest beginning readers. View →
A noteworthy review of Sports Superstars from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
This is a good set of books on superstars in sports for the young reader. They are short and at a lower reading level. These books have an index, timeline, and glossary. View →
A noteworthy review of Naturebooks from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
Large, color photographs combined with informative text make this a good choice for animal reports. Glossary and Internet web sites support the information. View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 3 from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
Readers are introduced to the geography, history, and uses of the river. All measurements are given in U.S. and metric units. Impressive aerial photos show the true size and influence of the river. Additional resources included at the back. View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 1 from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
Beginning readers will enjoy this Wonder Book. The photographs are great complements to the 1-2 simple sentences per page. A word list is included at the back. View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 2 from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
In short, simple sentences, the authors describe a cow’s physical appearance and how cows are useful to people. Clear photos enhance the text. Additional resources are included at the back. View →
A noteworthy review of Naturebooks from Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 on April 1, 2002
The photographs are extremely clear and detailed, some to the point of making me squeamish. Basic information is presented on a variety of topics about a leech’s life, along with some specific facts of interest – for example, a leech can feed on enough blood in one sitting… View →
A noteworthy review of Our Presidents from Midwest Book Review on March 1, 2002
These two ‘Our Presidents’ titles appeared last Fall but deserve ongoing recognition as excellent additions to the ‘Spirit of America’ series focussing on all 42 presidents. Ann Gaines’ Harry S. Truman covers the 33rd president, with 48 pages of detail… View →
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 1 from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
Featuring large type, short sentences (one per page), and an uncrowded format, these books are inviting to emerging readers. Dancers offers simple information about this popular childhood pastime, including ‘A dancer must practice many hours every day’ and ‘Dancers wear View →
A noteworthy review of Journey to Freedom: The African American Library from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
These titles present people from very different areas of achievement, each demonstrating qualities for young readers to admire and emulate. The books are thoughtful in documenting the extreme pressures of segregation and prejudice but emphasize the positive efforts and successes of each… View →
A noteworthy review of Countries: Faces and Places from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
A succinct portrayal of this island nation. Heavily illustrated chapters of one or two pages each treat ‘The Land,’ ‘The People,’ ‘Long Ago,’ ‘Singapore Today,’ ‘Singapore Trivia,’ etc. Text and photographs show how the country… View →
A noteworthy review of Journey to Freedom: The African American Library from School Library Journal on February 1, 2002
Easy-to-read summaries of the topics. Slavery includes information on the history of bondage in America and the treatment of slaves through the Civil War. Civil Rights covers Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and other figures who are less well known. Underground Railroad tells the… View →