(3) YA Photographs by Jennifer S. Larson. Reuse and re-purpose everything from socks to sweaters to tin cans and produce hats, gloves, home décor, and more. Each of thirty appealing projects is rated for difficulty; the entries include inspiration for the crafts, required equipment and materials, and step-by-step instructions. Full-color photos show the processes as well as the finished products, some modeled by young people. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) YA A thorough, clear introduction to the concepts of fandom and fanworks, aimed primarily at those new to the subculture. DiPiazza uses plenty of examples from--and quotes from members of--a variety of fandoms, and she doesn't shy away from discussing controversies such as the misogynistic harassment of Gamergate. Black-and-green graphics and relevant photos break up the text. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Shoshana Flax

(3) YA Fallon provides thorough discussion of the invention of early automobiles, the development of modern cars, government and industrial efforts to design autonomous vehicles, and the safety and cultural impacts of these new technologies. The engaging main text is supplemented with historical and modern photographs and relevant sidebars. A final chapter references popular fiction and films to imagine our self-driving future. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) YA This informative volume covers the history, development, and ongoing propagation of economic inequality in the United States. Using accessible language and easily relatable examples, Frazer covers topics such as the housing bubble and economic depression of the 2000s, the inequality of opportunity, and the cycle of poverty, as well as the connection between wealth and political power. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Kristy Pasquariello

(3) YA In recent years, Ebola, Zika, SARS, and other viruses have increasingly threatened humans. Eight chapters outline factors contributing to the increase, including global travel, rapidly growing populations, loss of animal habitat bringing humans into closer contact with animals, and climate change. Goldsmith also discusses scientists' efforts to prevent disaster. Plenty of photos and diagrams help break up the straightforward text. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) YA The five chapters of Haelle's in-depth look at vaccines cover how they work, their evolution, the science behind creating them, controversies surrounding them, and a glimpse into their future. She emphasizes the efficacy and importance of immunization and refutes anti-vaccination arguments by exploring recent outbreaks that proper immunization could control. Small photos and hard-to-read sidebars are included. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) YA Approximately one million people are bitten by venomous snakes each year; a tenth of them die, especially in places where there is limited medical care. Hofer considers numerous dimensions of this issue, including snake biology, research, production of antivenom, the evolution of human aversion to snakes, and snakebite treatment around the world. There are almost too many topics tackled, but most are covered in depth. Diagrams and high-quality photographs are plentiful. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) YA Sharks that live to be over four hundred years old? Ten-thousand-year-old plants? Jellyfish that may be immortal? As scientists study these long-living organisms, particularly their DNA, they can learn more about human aging. Plenty of sidebars and photos, as well as the engagingly written text on an interesting topic, make this a good nonfiction choice for reluctant readers. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Janet Dawson

(3) YA From ancient cleanliness customs to corsets to Victoria's Secret, this well-documented survey takes a feminist look at the whys and hows of ladies' lingerie. The historical narrative investigates the development of corsets, bras, and other undergarments from the point of view of cultural phenomena and evolving attitudes toward the female figure, including current ideas about gender. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) YA This thoughtful, well-rounded account examines the history of marriage, from the earliest examples to modern-day trends. Keyser considers all angles, describing the business and political arrangements that inspired many early marriages and the powerlessness of the women involved. Other topics covered include interracial, interreligious, and same-sex marriage; engagement and wedding traditions; forced marriages; and the prevalence of divorce. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Kristy Pasquariello

(3) YA Ten chapters urge readers to expand their food choices to help ameliorate the interrelated issues of climate change and global hunger. Suggestions--most already enjoyed by humans in many parts of the world--include protein-rich, sustainably raised insects (crickets, grubs); local wild plants and "weeds" (dandelions, kudzu); and invasive animal species (periwinkles, nutria). Full-color photos, recipes, nutritional charts, and "grow your own grubs" instructions are included. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) 4-6 In profiles of two dozen species, Rosen emphasizes the importance of adaptation in terms of evolution and species survival. Clear prose explains the behaviors of each animal and the functions of its more unusual characteristics, including elaborate ears, noses, and jaws; sidebars provide additional facts and explanations. Multiple photographs of each species emphasize their features. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) YA Sharks are more than ocean-dwelling dangers, argues Young in this fact- and photo-filled introduction. Textbook-like chapters provide discussion of shark anatomy, migration, reproduction, feeding habits, and cultural misconceptions while also delving into the scientific work involved in studying and protecting sharks, giving budding ichthyologists a glimpse of possible career directions. Includes a guide to the eight orders of shark species. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Erica Wetter

(3) YA After presenting basic facts about the brain and nervous system, Zimmer then discusses the growing knowledge of neuroscience throughout the twentieth century. Subsequent chapters explain the importance of fluorescence and genetic modification in furthering understanding of the brain and developing new treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other disorders. The fascinating survey includes clear color photos, micrographs, and diagrams. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) YA A compelling narrative provides numerous examples of racial profiling and social injustices in the U.S.; examples of religious intolerance and discriminatory stances on immigrants are also discussed. The design is engaging: photos, data visualizations, and call-out boxes highlighting personal anecdotes and ripped-from-the-headlines stories break up the main text. Though the book's topics are sprawling, they're important and clearly conveyed. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Lauren Causey

(3) YA Accompanied by lots of photos, this inviting volume offers aspiring botanists an account of some interesting plant habits. Plant classification and reproduction are explained with visual charts and diagrams. Shape, color, scent, and several unusual methods of seed dispersal are described and pictured, illuminating various biological functions of plant life for older readers. The conclusion ("Plants and Humans: A Love Letter") discusses plant conservation. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) YA This examination of the titular public health challenge includes the usual coverage: history of drug addiction, susceptibility, social impact, treatment, and future outlook. Goldsmith's book stands out for its sections confronting the medical industry's role in the current problem and the legal liabilities incurred by doctors who overprescribe opiates. Plentiful stock photos and infographics are included. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) YA Goldsmith chronicles the use of dogs in military operations throughout history, the rigorous training of military working dogs (MWD), and the attributes soldiers must adopt to become handlers. The accounts of devotion and loyalty between dogs and their handlers are especially engaging. Small photographs and sidebars help break up the densely packed, tiny-type text. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(3) YA Advances in genetics allow scientists to consider the possibility of reviving extinct species. Hirsch delves deep into related topics, including evolution, mass extinction, reproduction, and genetic technologies. Case studies of animals such as woolly mammoths and passenger pigeons highlight the feasibility, as well as ethical considerations, of de-extinction. Detailed diagrams and illustrations step readers through the advanced material. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) YA ISIS has been on the forefront of global affairs for more than a decade. This investigative volume provides a look at the group's origins and beliefs, as well as the terrorist acts it has committed or inspired. The narrative, including gripping stories of survival from attacks, is accompanied by numerous photographs of the aftermaths and people involved. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo