(4) 4-6 Art in History series. These revised books describe traditional art forms of the time period or location (e.g., pyramids and relief art for ancient Egypt, bookmaking and frescoes for the Middle Ages) while also providing cultural context. The artifacts, sculptures, paintings, buildings, and other art pictured, with brief but complete captions, are more engaging than the text. Related activities are included. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind. Review covers these Art in History titles: Ancient Egyptian Art, Ancient Greek Art, Ancient Roman Art, Prehistoric Art, Art of the Middle Ages, Native American Art, and Ancient Chinese Art.

Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith

(4) 4-6 Art in History series. The well-designed double-page spreads in these series books give scattershot, superficial introductions, covering such topics as media (bronze, terra cotta), subject (people, animals), and audience ("Art for Kings"). The many full-color photos are enticing and well captioned. Each of the volumes include directions for an art project. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) 4-6 Native Americans series. Emphasizing Native American history from prehistoric times through European contact, the texts discuss daily life, religious practices, and community activities. Each volume is accompanied by clear color photographs, but numerous sidebars and information boxes impede the flow and make for choppy reading. Chapters discussing contemporary Native life round out the books. Time lines are included. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta