(4) 4-6 Through Time series. Illustrated by Manuela Cappon. Platt presents a chronological overview of New York City's history (mostly focused on Manhattan) from 1600 to the present. The narrative just barely scratches the surface but does get across the city's triumphs and travails. Each spread is crammed with text and drawings featuring miniatures that are great fun to explore. Timeline. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Miriam Lang Budin

(4) 4-6 Through Time series. Illustrated by Manuela Cappon. This book traces Pompeii's history, from its beginnings as a collection of huts through its apex as a Roman colony culminating in its modern iteration as a tourist destination. The search-and-find aspect--focusing on one ever-evolving house--requires a high level of commitment from readers. Each double-page spread includes an illustration crowded by main text, captions, and annotations. Timeline. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(4) 4-6 Uncovering History series. Illustrated by Manuela Cappon & Manuela Cappon. Offering a patchwork look at the cultures they present, these books treat nine subtopics, ranging from Celtic burial to a Roman kitchen. Each double-page spread contains a paragraph and numerous captioned illustrations, including photographs and finely detailed art. Several transparent overlays afford exterior/interior views of such features as homesteads and burial sites. Ind. [Review covers these Uncovering History titles: Everyday Life in Ancient Rome and Everyday Life of the Celts.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 4-6 Uncovering History series. Illustrated by Manuela Cappon & Manuela Cappon. Offering a patchwork look at the cultures they present, these books treat nine subtopics, ranging from Celtic burial to a Roman kitchen. Each double-page spread contains a paragraph and numerous captioned illustrations, including photographs and finely detailed art. Several transparent overlays afford exterior/interior views of such features as homesteads and burial sites. Ind. [Review covers these Uncovering History titles: Everyday Life in Ancient Rome and Everyday Life of the Celts.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian