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Cute and achievable functional and decorative items. A great addition to crafting collections.
Despite some shortcomings, a much-needed boost for critical thinking.
A good resource to help reinforce basic elementary school concepts, if advertising aimed at children does not represent a conflict.
High-interest nonfiction that will appeal to a wide audience, including students who don't ordinarily enjoy STEM topics. A solid pick for elementary schoolers.
Highly recommended for general science or STEAM programs, this series features the latest designs in multiple fields from around the world.
Libraries where inquiry-based learning is being practiced can select as needed, keeping in mind the above caveats.
Environmentally and globally conscious, this set would be a welcome addition to most collections.
A strong, purposeful message makes this an attractive addition to large civics collections.Middle to High School
Informative and thrilling sports titles, fun for beginning and reluctant readers.
A simple introductory series that will help young readers understand some of the many cultural and religious traditions that make up the United States.
Information-rich material and mass appeal make this a valuable purchase for older teen nonfiction collections.
Useful series with some titles that may fill subject gaps, Lyrebirds and Devil Rays in particular.
A fine series for report writers and browsers. Recommended for public and school libraries.
Recommended for background reading for stronger readers and for active reading exercises, but questionable for formal research.
Libraries that serve foodies may want to consider.
Not groundbreaking, but appealing enough to consider for school libraries.
Recommended, but, due to occasional vagueness of detail and light treatment of the supernatural, better suited to independent reading than careful study.Middle to High School
A well-designed series that will appeal to students, parents, and educators. Libraries can't go wrong.
Though the set is less interactive than the name would suggest, it still could be a serviceable addition to most collections.
An attractive introductory series for little ones, with the exception of Los Kits.
While not trying to be comprehensive, each title sensitively and honestly lays out the history, background, and recent events in its respective movement. Recommended.
A necessary purchase for preparing children to navigate today's media-rich landscape.
A very basic primer on key players in early U.S. history. Large nonfiction collections may want to consider.
A welcome update to a classic set of reliable experiments. Newer libraries will want to check out.
A must-have series for developing self-awareness practices and empowerment in children.
An additional selection where narrative nonfiction is in demand for very young readers.
Straightforward writing accompanied by fitting photographs makes this an introductory series of value to young readers and large library collections.
High-interest titles with low utility. Consider for large collections.
The visual appeal of this series is undeniable, and with just enough facts provided it should engage young students.
Highly recommended for middle and high schools, especially for reference and research.
As youth today encounter more and more vitriolic and uninformed discourse in their lives, this series is a timely reminder that civic awareness benefits all.
Even well-stocked libraries should consider adding these
A series that will challenge even seasoned readers, with Transgender Activists and Celebrities being the best title out of the bunch.
An excellent introductory series that could spark continued interest in computer programming, app development, and other code-based pursuits.
Well-researched and engagingly written, excellent resources for independent reading and focused inquiry.
Introductory information and a smart visual layout make this a solid purchase for the very young.
A solid addition to STEM collections. These titles will appeal to fans of construction books.
A useful purchase for lessons on photosynthesis, adaptations, and natural resources, as well as updating the botany section in general.
A secondary consideration for large computer science collections.
Thoughtfully organized and well researched, all volumes are highly recommended.
Not first purchases, but, if nothing else, consider Climate Change and Food Production and Planet Protection.
These titles may duplicate current holdings, but the series covers current knowledge and efforts that are planned for the future. Libraries looking to update or add depth to their collections will want to consider.
Get hands-on with Music, Simple Science, Goo, and Gross Science, but take a pass on Model Making and Motion.
Thorough and balanced, this eye-opening account of a timely topic is an essential purchase.
A thorough and engaging look at U.S. history with a civics angle. Medium to large collections will want to consider.
Informative and well illustrated, this is a solid pick for librarians updating their collections.
A helpful, though not very inclusive, look at career choices for high schoolers.
The conversational tone and broad range of structures and their locations make this set a fine introduction to these wonders. For report writers and browsers. The International Space Station and The World Trade Center have broadest appeal.
Although aimed at "reluctant" readers, this series has the potential to appeal to a broad audience. Robust collections may want to consider.
A winning combination of entertaining information and stunning visuals that will appeal to car buffs and those browsing the shelves.
Enticing visuals and a forward-thinking perspective make this series an excellent choice for library collections.
An essential guide to navigating the challenges of puberty and life beyond.
An engaging introduction for younger readers. For more extensive information about the ways animals help humans, consider Enslow's "Animals at Work" (reviewed below) or Children's Press's excellent "Animal Helpers."
A great series to encourage critical thinking. Robust collections will want to consider.
Recommended for collections serving preschool and early elementary patrons.
Helpful tips, smart science, and lots of sugar! An excellent pick for cooking programs looking to incorporate science concepts.
A go-to purchase for young readers looking to delve into the key aspects of forensics and crime solving.
Nonessential; individual titles could work as fodder for browsing, with St. Petersburg and Vancouver faring best. Older students will find Ayo a childish device.
Engaging and challenging. A solid purchase for any library.
Though no sources are provided and back matter is thin, these titles will serve well for providing background for students.
With uses in the curriculum or for pleasure reading, this thought-provoking look at media takes a unique, academic focus and will benefit most collections.
Additional purchases as needed, but pay special attention to the high-interest natural disaster titles.
Generally engaging surveys for large nonfiction collections.
Though flawed, the text is a good resource for teaching the scientific method. Robust collections may want to consider.
A helpful series for lessons, science fairs, or STEM events at school, with potential for at-home use as well.
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