(4) 4-6 Frequently Asked Questions series. Illustrated by Matthew Fernandes. Brisk writing matches the series format, in which random questions ("Can inventing make you rich?" "When was underwear invented?") address inventions related to such topics as food, pets, and medicine. Anecdotes inform readers about ideas as deliberate as the telephone or as spontaneous as Velcro. Claymation-style art, photos, information "bytes," and a few activities clutter the pages. Timeline. Ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Frequently Asked Questions series. Illustrated by Matthew Fernandes. Using computer parlance (a "frequently asked question" section is an "FAQ," etc.), this kid-friendly volume provides a wide-ranging introduction to space. Accompanied by color photos and cartoonish illustrations, the text clearly describes the elements of space, including planets, black holes, and comets. The book features simple activities that reinforce the concepts presented in the main text. Ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta