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Walker, Kate
2 Reviews
(4)
1-3
Illustrated by
David Cox.
Hamish loves to hear and tell stories but has a hard time learning to read. His parents cook up a number of madcap situations (shown in the sketchlike line art) to help Hamish understand the importance of reading. Befuddled and unkind teachers and classmates make Hamish's challenge much more difficult--and unrealistic--than it has to be.
Reviewer: Robin L. Smith
(4)
4-6
Spies and Spying series.
Secret codes, unmanned aircraft, and satellites are some of the devices introduced in this book, which is illustrated with stock photos. Though the presentation is superficial, the text cites intriguing historical cases and discusses fascinating modern trends, such as using the Internet and DNA codes to transmit information. The sidebars define the same terms that are included in the glossary. Ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
2 reviews
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