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64 pp.
| Benchmark
| November, 2004
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1803-2$28.50
(3)
4-6
Health Alert series.
A fictional case study of a person suffering from each disorder introduces typical symptoms to readers. Three subsequent chapters describe the disease's biology and progress, its history, and ways to treat and cope with it as both a patient and a support for a patient. Clear archival black-and-white and color photos and photomicrographs support and extend the text. Directory, reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Health Alert titles: Asthma, Alzheimer's Disease, Lung Cancer, Heart Disease, Juvenile Diabetes, and Depression.
80 pp.
| Benchmark
| June, 2004
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1689-7$27.07
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4-6
It's My State! series.
Each of these books provides information students need for assignments on individual states (state flag, bird, animal, fossil, song, etc.). A chronology of important dates, famous residents, a recipe, and a craft are included. Though the format will appeal to children in third to fifth grades, the text is frequently written on a more challenging level. Reading list, websites. Ind. Review covers these It's My State! titles: Montana, Arizona, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Kansas, and North Dakota.
80 pp.
| Benchmark
| December, 2004
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1823-7$27.07
(4)
4-6
It's My State! series.
Each of these state overviews provides general information about its subject--plants and animals, history, people, government--as well as countless specifics, from the state's nickname to a representative dish (recipe provided). Despite the clean, photo-rich layouts, the dry texts won't likely lure anyone who is not a report writer or a resident. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these It's My State! titles: Alaska, New Hampshire, Delaware, Virginia, Idaho, and Missouri.
80 pp.
| Benchmark
| April, 2003
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1526-2$$27.07
(3)
4-6
It's My State! series.
The accessible books in this series provide young readers with information they need for school reports, as well as to satisfy their curiosity. Each comprehensive book features sections on the state symbols (flag, bird, flower, etc.), history, people, government, and resources. Bright photographs complement the readable text. A recipe, craft project, and state song are included. Reading list, websites. Ind. [Review covers these It's My State! titles: New Mexico, Connecticut, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Florida, and Washington.]
80 pp.
| Benchmark
| December, 2003
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1531-9$$27.07
(4)
4-6
It's My State! series.
These complete and well-organized state books have appealing covers, a clear inside design, colorful quote and fact bubbles, and photos with rounded edges and informative captions. The writing is dry and somewhat impersonal, but overall the books will be useful for report writers. Reading list, websites. Ind. Review covers these It's My State! titles: Colorado, South Dakota, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Utah.
80 pp.
| Benchmark
| November, 2002
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1418-5$$27.07
(4)
4-6
It's My State! series.
Each of the books in this formulaic series offers information about a particular state's geography, history, economy, and environmental concerns in a dry text. Illustrated with captioned color photos and cartoony drawings, the books also include state facts such as flag, bird, tree, song, flower, etc. A related craft idea is included. Reading list, websites, timeline. Ind. [Review covers these It's My State! titles: Texas, Massachusetts, California, New York, Maryland, and Illinois.]
141 pp.
| Benchmark
| October, 2001
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-1311-1$$24.95
(3)
4-6
Celebrate the States series.
The geography, history, and people of each state are examined in books notable for their beguiling color photos and clear-eyed prose. Especially interesting are the chapters that describe places to visit--some well known, some obscure--within that state. Maps, songs, recipes, and graphs are interspersed throughout; each book in this series concludes with a section of state facts, a list of famous citizens, and a timeline. Bib., ind. [Review covers these Celebrate the States titles: Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota.]
144 pp.
| Benchmark
| April, 2000
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LibraryISBN 0-7614-0646-8$$24.95
(3)
4-6
Celebrate the States series.
Each book presents a well-rounded portrait of a state, exploring its geography, history, government, culture, and people. The concise, clearly written texts are supplemented by a section of facts and figures, including a biographical listing of notables from each state. A wide variety of postcard-quality photos, maps, and reproductions provide visual appeal. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.