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32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6836-5$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize these brief introductions to rainforest animals. Each formulaic book discusses habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this series an adequate if bland resource. Habitat map. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Animals of the Rain Forest titles: Howler Monkeys, Cabybaras, Malayan Sun Bears, Okapis, and Tasmanian Devils.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6835-7$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize these brief introductions to rainforest animals. Each formulaic book discusses habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this series an adequate if bland resource. Habitat map. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Animals of the Rain Forest titles: Howler Monkeys, Cabybaras, Malayan Sun Bears, Okapis, and Tasmanian Devils.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6837-3$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize this brief introduction to the king vulture. Redmond discusses the raptor's habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this an adequate if bland resource on an unusual topic. Habitat map. Glos., ind.
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6839-X$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize these brief introductions to rainforest animals. Each formulaic book discusses habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this series an adequate if bland resource. Habitat map. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Animals of the Rain Forest titles: Howler Monkeys, Cabybaras, Malayan Sun Bears, Okapis, and Tasmanian Devils.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6838-1$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize these brief introductions to rainforest animals. Each formulaic book discusses habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this series an adequate if bland resource. Habitat map. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Animals of the Rain Forest titles: Howler Monkeys, Cabybaras, Malayan Sun Bears, Okapis, and Tasmanian Devils.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| January, 2003
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-6840-3$$24.28
(4)
4-6
Animals of the Rain Forest series.
Short, choppy sentences with glossary words printed in bold-faced type and close-up color photos with dull captions characterize these brief introductions to rainforest animals. Each formulaic book discusses habitat, physical characteristics, habits, life cycle, and threats from deforestation. Report writers will find this series an adequate if bland resource. Habitat map. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Animals of the Rain Forest titles: Howler Monkeys, Cabybaras, Malayan Sun Bears, Okapis, and Tasmanian Devils.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| May, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4713-9$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Steadwell Books World Tour series.
Small color photos and maps illustrate this brief introduction to the history, geography, government, social life, and customs of Nigeria. While the familiar tone of the text can be condescending, report-driven readers will find this an adequate country overview. A "People to Know" page profiles writer Wole Soyinca, basketball star Hakeem Olajuwon, and artist Suzanne Wegner. A "Quick Facts" section is appended. Bib., glos., ind.
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| May, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4711-2$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Steadwell Books World Tour series.
Small color photos and maps illustrate this brief introduction to the history, geography, government, social life, and customs of Ireland. While the familiar tone of the text can be condescending, report-driven readers will find this an adequate country overview. A "People to Know" page profiles poet Yeats, politician Mary Robinson, and singer Enya. A "Quick Facts" section is appended. Bib., glos., ind.
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| May, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4710-4$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Steadwell Books World Tour series.
In these two series books, small color photos and maps illustrate brief introductions to the history, geography, government, social life, and customs of these Asian nations. While the familiar tone of the text can be condescending, report-driven readers will find these adequate country overviews. A "People to Know" page and "Quick Facts" section are appended. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Steadwell Books World Tour titles: Indonesia and China.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| May, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-5758-4$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Steadwell Books World Tour series.
Small color photos and maps illustrate this brief introduction to the history, geography, government, social life, and customs of Cuba. While the familiar tone of the text can be condescending, report-driven readers will find this an adequate country overview. A "People to Know" page profiles dictator Fidel Castro, salsa singer Celia Cruz, and pop star Gloria Estefán. A "Quick Facts" section is appended. Bib., glos., ind.
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| May, 2002
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-5534-4$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Steadwell Books World Tour series.
In these two series books, small color photos and maps illustrate brief introductions to the history, geography, government, social life, and customs of these Asian nations. While the familiar tone of the text can be condescending, report-driven readers will find these adequate country overviews. A "People to Know" page and "Quick Facts" section are appended. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Steadwell Books World Tour titles: Indonesia and China.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4689-2$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4688-4$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4690-6$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4687-6$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4691-4$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
48 pp.
| Steadwell
| October, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4692-2$$24.26
(4)
4-6
Extreme Sports series.
The titles in this series provide a quick look at the beginnings of each sport, then move on to cover safety practices, equipment, skills and training, and competitions. The conversational tone and brief chunks of text, including short boxed profiles of important individuals, will likely engage reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts despite interruptions to define some terms. Color photos, many poorly reproduced, appear in each volume. Bib., glos. [Review covers these Extreme Sports titles: In-Line Skating, Snowboarding, Surfing, BMX Racing and Freestyle, Sport Climbing, Street Luge.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| September, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4704-X$$22.83
(4)
K-3
Nature on the Rampage series.
Descriptions of a variety of storms, slides, and other natural disasters compose the bulk of the books in this series, along with basic information about meteorology or earth science and accounts of historic events. The origins of the disasters are identified; however, the explanations lack clarity, and similar information is repeated across volumes. Color diagrams and photos are helpful. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Nature on the Rampage titles: Landslides and Avalanches, Thunderstorms, Blizzards, Drought, Ice Storms and Hailstorms, Tsunamis.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| September, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4705-8$$22.83
(4)
K-3
Nature on the Rampage series.
Descriptions of a variety of storms, slides, and other natural disasters compose the bulk of the books in this series, along with basic information about meteorology or earth science and accounts of historic events. The origins of the disasters are identified; however, the explanations lack clarity, and similar information is repeated across volumes. Color diagrams and photos are helpful. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Nature on the Rampage titles: Landslides and Avalanches, Thunderstorms, Blizzards, Drought, Ice Storms and Hailstorms, Tsunamis.]
32 pp.
| Steadwell
| September, 2001
|
LibraryISBN 0-7398-4702-3$$22.83
(4)
K-3
Nature on the Rampage series.
Descriptions of a variety of storms, slides, and other natural disasters compose the bulk of the books in this series, along with basic information about meteorology or earth science and accounts of historic events. The origins of the disasters are identified; however, the explanations lack clarity, and similar information is repeated across volumes. Color diagrams and photos are helpful. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Nature on the Rampage titles: Landslides and Avalanches, Thunderstorms, Blizzards, Drought, Ice Storms and Hailstorms, Tsunamis.]