(4) K-3 Checkerboard: The Countries series. This country study discusses the history, geography, people, and culture of Haiti. The short, choppy sentences give report writers some basic information about the country's present-day economy, government, holidays, food, and language. Photos, charts, maps, and text boxes fill out the cursory treatment. "Fast facts," recipe, timeline. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jenn Matters

(3) K-3 Countries series. In identical format, the books in this series first welcome the reader in the country's native language then proceed through short sections covering fast facts, a time line, history, land, culture, money, key cities, governance, and celebrations. The basic content, large type, short sentences, ample white space, and attractive color photographs provide a simple yet attractive introduction to life in other countries. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Countries titles: England, Poland, Sweden, France, Ireland.]

Reviewer: Cindy Lombardo

(3) K-3 Countries series. Ample maps, charts, and graphs introduce young readers to the largest country in South America. Filled with factual information about Brazil's history, as well as coverage of all aspects of modern culture, this easy-to-read, well-organized, and attractively illustrated book will be useful for elementary school students. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Cindy Lombardo

(3) K-3 Countries series. In identical format, the books in this series first welcome the reader in the country's native language then proceed through short sections covering fast facts, a time line, history, land, culture, money, key cities, governance, and celebrations. The basic content, large type, short sentences, ample white space, and attractive color photographs provide a simple yet attractive introduction to life in other countries. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Countries titles: England, Poland, Sweden, France, Ireland.]

Reviewer: Cindy Lombardo