(3) K-3 Illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright. Benedict and Aggie are two tough eggs that are about as "hardboiled" and "rotten" as they come. The pair wreaks havoc on their refrigerator neighbors, until Chip the cookie unwittingly--and literally--cracks down on their antics. Action-packed panel illustrations and dialogue bubbles chock-full of eggy puns and other food-based wordplay will have readers giggling as these two bad eggs get their comeuppance.

Reviewer: Rebecca Reed Whidden

(4) 4-6 Fusion series. This introduction to forensic science and the role of forensic investigators in solving crimes also teaches some math, focusing on accuracy in measurement. The text is simple (sometimes overly so) and easy to read, and the high-interest topic should engage reluctant readers. Many photos of investigators on the scene or in their labs add interest and help clarify the topic. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale