(4) K-3 To the Rescue! series. These books for K–2 readers present a cursory global view of rescue services and workers. Police touches on how forces of many countries protect their communities. Sea describes methods and equipment for responding to emergencies at sea. The texts, although simplistic, could stimulate discussion and further research. Engaging photos on colorful pages add interest. Quiz appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following To the Rescue! titles: Police to the Rescue Around the World and Rescue at Sea.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) K-3 To the Rescue! series. These books for K–2 readers present a cursory global view of rescue services and workers. Police touches on how forces of many countries protect their communities. Sea describes methods and equipment for responding to emergencies at sea. The texts, although simplistic, could stimulate discussion and further research. Engaging photos on colorful pages add interest. Quiz appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following To the Rescue! titles: Police to the Rescue Around the World and Rescue at Sea.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(3) K-3 From Farm to Fork series. These two titles introduce the basics of food production, focusing on rice's long journey to the table and, more delicately, beef's source. Friendly, bright graphics with clean, colorful photographs and clear texts engage emergent readers. A table of contents, useful headings, and back matter introduce nonfiction conventions; the books' broad coverage could pave the way for further research. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following From Farm to Fork titles: How Do Animals Give Us Food? and Where Do Grains Come From?.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(3) K-3 From Farm to Fork series. These two titles introduce the basics of food production, focusing on rice's long journey to the table and, more delicately, beef's source. Friendly, bright graphics with clean, colorful photographs and clear texts engage emergent readers. A table of contents, useful headings, and back matter introduce nonfiction conventions; the books' broad coverage could pave the way for further research. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following From Farm to Fork titles: How Do Animals Give Us Food? and Where Do Grains Come From?.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(4) K-3 Wants Versus Needs series. Nine questions about clothing choices focus on healthy living and situational appropriateness. Brief answers present choices dictated by weather, sports activities, "dressy" occasions, and need. The message is moderation ("do you need jewelry?"), but the tone is overly preachy. Color photos show kids and families engaged in activities, decked out in various garb. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) K-3 Wants Versus Needs series. Nine questions focus attention on the nutritional choices we make and their effects on our health. The message is moderation, but the tone is overly preachy ("You may want a hamburger and fries, but that is not a healthy meal!"). Color photos on each page show smiling kids eating vegetable sticks and apples, plus close-ups of a variety of foods. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges