(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Anna Divito. This follow-up to Krull's A Kids' Guide to America's Bill of Rights includes brief biographies of all the U.S. First Ladies, including Melania Trump. Krull discusses each woman's background, view of their role, and contributions made, with additional sidebar anecdotes. An interwoven timeline also traces the advancement of women's rights during America's history. The casual prose and amusing grayscale illustrations make this a kid-friendly introduction. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Cynthia K. Ritter

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Anna Divito. Beginning with the text of the Bill of Rights and an overview of its history and importance, the book is divided into chapters focusing on each amendment. Legal cases (often involving children's rights) are well explained. Final chapters discuss later amendments and constitutional controversies. The casual prose and amusing illustrations make this updated edition a kid-friendly introduction. Websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) K-3 Ready-to-Read: Childhood of Famous Americans series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. Young Eleanor is "scared of everything," so her aunt's request for ice from the dark, spider-ridden basement's icebox is a real challenge. Eleanor bravely faces her fears and learns a life lesson. The text's description of her leap from scary-basement-defeater to First Lady is a stretch, but the story makes Roosevelt a relatable figure. Timeline.

Reviewer: Susan Halperin

(4) K-3 Dial Easy-to-Read series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. Questions about snakes, lizards, and turtles (e.g., "How do snakes move?" "How well can turtles see, hear, and smell?") are answered in a simply written text accompanied by clear color photos. Unfortunately, DiVito's illustrations hurt the volume's scientific integrity: she gives the animals near-human facial expressions and, in one instance, gives a photo of a lizard a cartoony insect-catching tongue.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) K-3 Dial Easy-to-Read series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. This beginning reader addresses basic information about bird physiology, habits, and habitats. Chapter titles pose questions ("Why do birds have feathers?"), which are answered in the brief text. Well-chosen photographs are undermined by superfluous cartoon illustrations. Pronunciation guides and definitions are provided for some, but not all, unfamiliar words. The final pages discuss keeping birds as pets.

Reviewer: Miriam Steinberg-Egeth

(4) K-3 Ready-to-Read: Childhood of Famous Americans series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. Each of the books in this series intended for emerging readers fictionalizes a childhood episode from the life of a notable historical figure. Earhart, which is divided into chapters and intended for proficient readers, is longer and more detailed (and includes more exclamation points) than the other titles. Illustrated with cartoony color art, the books provide adequate introductions. Timeline. [Review covers these Ready-to-Read titles: Mark Twain at Work!, Thomas Edison to the Rescue!, Sacagawea and the Bravest Deed, and Amelia Earhart.]

Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth

(3) K-3 Dial Easy-to-Read series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. These well-designed, informative books entice early readers with short, direct sentences and attractive color photos and illustrations. The brisk question-and-answer format provides nourishing fodder for young readers while piquing interest intelligently: why horses wear shoes, why hamsters have cheek pouches, how rabbit leg structure determines patterns of movement. [Review covers these Dial Easy-to-Read titles: Why Do Horses Neigh? and Why Do Rabbits Hop?.]

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) K-3 Dial Easy-to-Read series. Illustrated by Anna DiVito. These well-designed, informative books entice early readers with short, direct sentences and attractive color photos and illustrations. The brisk question-and-answer format provides nourishing fodder for young readers while piquing interest intelligently: why horses wear shoes, why hamsters have cheek pouches, how rabbit leg structure determines patterns of movement. [Review covers these Dial Easy-to-Read titles: Why Do Horses Neigh? and Why Do Rabbits Hop?.]

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Anna DiVito. Easy-to-read texts ask and answer these and other common questions about cats' and dogs' physical attributes, life cycles, senses, behaviors, and evolution. Packed with interesting information and illustrated with an abundance of cartoon artwork and color photographs, these books also include directions for making cat toys and teaching your dog basic obedience commands.

Reviewer: Erica L. Stahler

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Anna DiVito. Easy-to-read texts ask and answer these and other common questions about cats' and dogs' physical attributes, life cycles, senses, behaviors, and evolution. Packed with interesting information and illustrated with an abundance of cartoon artwork and color photographs, these books also include directions for making cat toys and teaching your dog basic obedience commands.

Reviewer: Erica L. Stahler

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Anna Divito. Beginning with the text of the Bill of Rights and an overview of its history and importance, the book is divided into chapters that focus on each amendment. Legal cases (often involving children's rights) are well explained, and helpful websites and phone numbers are included. Final chapters discuss later amendments and constitutional controversies. The casual prose and amusing illustrations make this a kid-friendly introduction. Bib.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta