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Schulman, Arlene
3 Reviews
(4)
YA
Despite some amateurish prose and poorly reproduced black-and-white photographs, this volume presents an effective portrait of a dedicated New York City police officer. The book describes Officer Mayfield's experiences walking his beat as well as unwinding at home. He discusses his professional and personal philosophies and, in the final chapter, recalls losing his best friend on September 11, 2001. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
(4)
4-6
Published spring 1998. In a dry text, Schulman uses the first-person voice of nine-year-old T.J. to explain how he reads in Braille and uses other adaptive technology in his mainstreamed class and at home. Mori's difficult behavior, such as throwing tantrums and head banging, is described by his brother in Mori's Story. Both books are illustrated with photos and append additional information and a list of resources. Glos.
Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey
(3)
YA
Makers of America series.
Well documented with quotes from historians, family, and friends, this biography focuses on Kennedy's career as social activist and politician. Illustrated with black-and-white photographs, the text emphasizes the Kennedy family philosophies that Robert embraced, as well as his legacy that continues to serve the public through memorial funds and projects, and the political activities of his own children. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.
3 reviews
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