Reviews
A noteworthy review of Nonfiction Readers: Level 3 from School Library Journal on November 1, 2001
A lively, clear, and concise resource for beginning readers that treats the significant events in Revere’s life and his place in history. Contrary to what the title suggests, the book speaks little of the famous ride. A small color map of the general area in which the patriot… View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (Noreen Arledge)
In this level 2 book, the reader learns some of the basics of rock climbing. The sentences are not too simple and the words are challenging. Rock climbing terminology is presented. The pictures are good and go well with the words on the opposite page. I liked that a girl was photographed View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (Noreen Arledge)
This is a very good book about baseball. The reader learns some of the basics of baseball-when the game is played, how many on a team, what equipment is used and also some playing rules are presented. The colorful pictures make baseball come alive. This is a great book. It makes baseball View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (Sandra Hamilton)
This level 2 book includes an index, book list and web sites for finding more information. The vocabulary and sentence length will increase the primary reader’s confidence and performance. This book will help fill a void for nonfiction at the primary level. View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (Noreen Arledge)
This is a level 1 book about basketball. The sentences are easy to read and there is a word list at the end the book to help reinforce the important words. Some simple facts about the game are presented. The pictures are of a girls basketball team and they go well with the information on View →
Douglas County Schools, Colorado (Noreen Arledge)
With simple text and charming pictures, the reader learns about taking care of a rabbit. A ‘Word List’ at the back of the book helps the reader review the important words in the story. I think young readers will enjoy this book. View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (A. Braga)
Musical instruments can seem magical or mysterious to a child. This book explains in simple text and clear photos all about the violin, a simple but sophisticated instrument. This useful research resource includes a glossary and an index. View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (C. Henebry)
This nonfiction easy reader provides an opportunity for children to read to learn, not just learn to read.’ Fascinating information about Yellowstone National Park is highlighted with colorful photographs and easy text. For additional information, books and web sites are also listed. View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (C. Henebry)
Children will enjoy hearing and reading about cows and exploring the colorful photos that illustrate the informative text. ‘Reading to learn rather than learning to read’ can be an interesting and exciting experience for children. Books and web sites are listed to provide… View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (C. Henebry)
Teachers in preschools, kindergartens, and first grade will find this book just right for introducing the topic of apples. They can use it when apple trees bloom in the spring or as apples are picked and eaten in the fall. ‘The book provides text for beginning readers to practice… View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (C. Henebry)
Young children will be fascinated to learn about chickens. Colored photographs illustrate the text. For more information, books and web sites are listed. ‘This nonfiction reader provides an opportunity to read to learn, not just to learn to read.’ View →
Parent Council, Ltd. (C. Henebry)
This nonfiction book about pumpkins offers new readers ‘the opportunity to read to learn, not just to learn to read.’ Color photographs illustrate the text – an especially appropriate autumn read. View →