(3) 4-6 Eyewitness to World War II series. Key tragedies of World War II involving the persecution of Jews and Japanese Americans are analyzed for causation and lasting impact. The books bring the era to life for middle-grade readers via many first-person accounts, period photographs, and illuminating sidebars of additional relevant information. Extensive back matter makes them suitable for both assignments and general information-seeking. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Eyewitness to World War II titles: Japanese American Internment and Kristallnacht.

Reviewer: Jessica Bushore

(4) 4-6 Earth's Final Frontiers series. These books explore the subjects of oceans and jungles and the unique and diverse species inhabiting them. Information includes statistics related to these regions, equipment needed to explore them, and current environmental threats. Crisp photographs and clear illustrations support the texts, though the pages are quite crowded. "In their own words" sidebars provide quotes from scientists and explorers. Oceans has a timeline. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Earth's Final Frontiers titles: Deep Oceans and Remote Jungles.

Reviewer: Ernie J. Cox

(4) 4-6 U.S. Armed Forces series. The series covers a myriad of subjects related to the different branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Information is presented in brief narratives and sidebars, along with numerous photographs. However, the abbreviated format limits coverage, and readers interested in these subjects will likely have to turn to other sources for more substantive information. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these U.S. Armed Forces titles: U.S. Navy Fighting Vessels, United States Navy, Personal Fighting Gear, United States Coast Guard, and United States Marine Corps.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg