Reviews

Gr. 9–12 Written by various well-known nonfiction authors, this series attempts to describe life during various periods of history, through the social history of the common man; merchant,…

After reading this book, you’ll be prepared for the annual “Talk Like a Pirate Day” (September 19th). However, you won’t just know a few phrases to utter; you’ll instead be able to talk about

The series provides quality, balanced, and accessible information on a very high interest topic. Each title discusses the topic from an historical and/or cultural context as well as…

Former U.S. Children’s Poet Laureate Lewis introduces monsters from folklore, literature, and urban legend in this alphabetically organized book that will please lovers of the supernatural…

There are plenty of “current issues” books available, but there are several elements that set this series apart. The information is presented in the form of pro-con arguments, each introduced

The series provides quality, balanced, and accessible information on a very high interest topic. Each title discusses the topic from an historical and/or cultural context as well as…

Gr 6–10 In this series, interesting and historically significant structures are detailed, described, and placed in an appealing and well-explained historical context. Each book is organized…

Lewis takes on a perennial favorite with his latest, a sort of monster bestiary exploring various creatures, from mythology, legend and fairy tales. Readers will find a monster for each…

Gr. 9–12 Written by various well-known nonfiction authors, this series attempts to describe life during various periods of history, through the social history of the common man; merchant,…