Library Media Connection

Decade studies are a staple of many social studies curricula. This series covers the years 2000 through 2009. Clearly written narratives are interspersed with color photographs, informative sidebars, and occasional pro/con “perspectives” arguments that draw on editorials and primary sources. Each volume shares a timeline and “Words of the 2000s” appendix; individual volumes include a list of important people and a brief but well-chosen “For Further Research” list of books and websites. There is some overlap between volumes. More significantly, decisions of where to cover certain topics seem somewhat arbitrary which could effect location of specific information. Nevertheless, the series provides a solid overview of an eventful decade.