(4) 4-6 Sci-Hi: Science Issues series. This book examines the issues surrounding animal welfare, including how animals are treated in laboratory experiments, in the wild, or on farms. The authors provide thought-provoking questions related to animal testing, genetic technology, habitat destruction, and the value and need for zoos. Photographs and sidebars contain additional information but contribute to a busy design. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Sci-Hi: Science Issues series. This book examines how organisms, when introduced to new areas, often create unintended consequences. Flora and fauna that threaten to eradicate native plants and animals, such as kudzu, are discussed. Also included are ways scientists are working to protect and restore habitats and animals that have been overpowered by invasive species. Photographs and sidebars provide more information but contribute to the cramped design. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Sci-Hi: Science Issues series. This book introduces scientific, ethical, moral, and medical positions on stem cell research. Stem cells from embryos, adult stem cells, and cloning are discussed along with their potential benefits and controversies. Photographs and diagrams enhance the informative text. Sidebars provide additional information but contribute to a busy design. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Science Issues series. After explaining information technology, this book presents three related issues with both pro and con debates: Internet safety, information ownership, and electronic storage of information. The balanced approach, neutral language, and focused questions are laudable. Color photos are often generic or irrelevant, but boxed facts and diagrams and graphs are helpful; a summary page offers some conclusions. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Science Issues series. After explaining global warming, this book presents three related issues: climate change, greenhouse gases, and "Forests or Farms?" The balanced approach, neutral language, and focused questions related to these issues are laudable. Color photos, boxed facts, and various diagrams and graphs are helpful; a summary page offers some conclusions. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian