(4) 4-6 Learning About the Human Body Systems series. In each updated book, five short chapters capably describe the function and structure of the featured human systems and give too-brief information on treatment and prevention of ailments. Each book's final chapter lists "amazing" facts. A few anatomical drawings and photos are scattered throughout but are too small to add much visual interest. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Learning About the Human Body Systems titles: Digestive and Excretory Systems, Musculoskeletal System and the Skin, Nervous System, Respiratory System, and Endocrine and Reproductive Systems.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) 4-6 Learning About the Human Body Systems series. In each updated book, five short chapters capably describe the function and structure of the featured human systems and give too-brief information on treatment and prevention of ailments. Each book's final chapter lists "amazing" facts. A few anatomical drawings and photos are scattered throughout but are too small to add much visual interest. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Learning About the Human Body Systems titles: Digestive and Excretory Systems, Musculoskeletal System and the Skin, Nervous System, Respiratory System, and Endocrine and Reproductive Systems.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) 4-6 Learning About the Human Body Systems series. In each updated book, five short chapters capably describe the function and structure of the featured human systems and give too-brief information on treatment and prevention of ailments. Each book's final chapter lists "amazing" facts. A few anatomical drawings and photos are scattered throughout but are too small to add much visual interest. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Learning About the Human Body Systems titles: Digestive and Excretory Systems, Musculoskeletal System and the Skin, Nervous System, Respiratory System, and Endocrine and Reproductive Systems.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) 4-6 Human Body Library series. A succinct text identifies the organs that make up the digestive and excretory systems and ably explains how they function to nourish the body and eliminate waste. Illustrated with scientific diagrams and a few photos, the volume also discusses disorders that can affect these systems and touches on the importance of diet and exercise. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) YA Supreme Court Milestones series. Five landmark Supreme Court decisions are examined in detail in these books, beginning with the actual incidents that prompted the cases, to the case law preceding it, to the effects of the decision on future laws. The books do a good job of explaining complex legal issues, and all but Roe have a timeline. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Supreme Court Milestones titles: Brown v. Board of Education, The Pentagon Papers, Roe v. Wade, Dred Scott, and Marbury v. Madison.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) YA Supreme Court Milestones series. Five landmark Supreme Court decisions are examined in detail in these books, beginning with the actual incidents that prompted the cases, to the case law preceding it, to the effects of the decision on future laws. The books do a good job of explaining complex legal issues, and all but Roe have a timeline. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Supreme Court Milestones titles: Brown v. Board of Education, The Pentagon Papers, Roe v. Wade, Dred Scott, and Marbury v. Madison.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) YA Supreme Court Milestones series. Five landmark Supreme Court decisions are examined in detail in these books, beginning with the actual incidents that prompted the cases, to the case law preceding it, to the effects of the decision on future laws. The books do a good job of explaining complex legal issues, and all but Roe have a timeline. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Supreme Court Milestones titles: Brown v. Board of Education, The Pentagon Papers, Roe v. Wade, Dred Scott, and Marbury v. Madison.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman

(3) 4-6 Human Body Library series. Repetition of facts and a readable text aid in the manageability of the vast amount of information about the structures, processes, and possible malfunctions of these body systems. The full-color illustrations identify the appearance and location of the parts and mechanisms of the body. "Staying Healthy" and "Amazing But True" sections conclude each book. Directory, reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Human Body Library titles: The Musculoskeletal System and the Skin and The Endocrine and Reproduction Systems.]

Reviewer: Christina Dorr

(4) 4-6 Human Body Library series. Short chapters describe the function of and the organs composing the respiratory system. Common ailments are identified, but only the briefest of comments on treatment are included. A few pages centered on avoiding and lessening pollution offer tips on caring for the lungs, and a final chapter lists "amazing" facts. Simple anatomical illustrations and small color photos appear throughout. Directory, reading list. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) YA Open for Debate series. Capital Punishment and Gun Control provide overviews and delineate the arguments for and against each contentious topic. Terrorism examines specific terrorist events and groups and discusses methods of managing--if not solving--the problem. The run-of-the-mill texts are accompanied by bland photos. Bib., ind. Review covers these Open for Debate titles: Capital Punishment, Gun Control, and Terrorism.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) 4-6 Health Watch series. One person's diagnosis, treatment, and current status introduces each book. The individual approach is either woven into or generalized in subsequent chapters describing symptoms, causes, methods of diagnosis and treatment (if it exists), and current research. Clear explanations and the subjects' positive attitudes make potentially unsettling topics accessible. Though small, the photos are contemporary and relevant. There are six other books in this series. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) 4-6 Health Watch series. One individual's diagnosis and treatment introduces each book in this series. While Sickle Cell carries fourteen-year-old Keone's story through subsequent chapters describing general symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and research, Cerebral Palsy lays out the facts and then introduces a second personal story. Explanations are clear; small color photos are current and relevant. A list of organizations and websites is included. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these Health Watch titles: Cerebral Palsy and Sickle Cell Disease.]

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) 4-6 Health Watch series. One person's diagnosis, treatment, and current status introduces each book. The individual approach is either woven into or generalized in subsequent chapters describing symptoms, causes, methods of diagnosis and treatment (if it exists), and current research. Clear explanations and the subjects' positive attitudes make potentially unsettling topics accessible. Though small, the photos are contemporary and relevant. There are six other books in this series. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(3) 4-6 Health Watch series. One person's diagnosis, treatment, and current status introduces each book. The individual approach is either woven into or generalized in subsequent chapters describing symptoms, causes, methods of diagnosis and treatment (if it exists), and current research. Clear explanations and the subjects' positive attitudes make potentially unsettling topics accessible. Though small, the photos are contemporary and relevant. There are six other books in this series. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Gail Hedges

(4) YA At the end of 1999, the Panama Canal will pass from American to Panamanian control. Gold opens her informative but dry presentation with a description of the current situation, and the political aspects of its past and present ownership. Muddy black-and-white photographs and pie charts and graphs add to the book's dullness. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jackie C. Horne

(3) 4-6 Gold discusses what scientists know about the ocean phenomena known as El Niño and La Niña and their role in worldwide extreme weather conditions. A comparison of El Niño events over the past thirty years illustrates the importance of technological advances in weather prediction. Color photos of weather events and computer models of ocean conditions help readers visualize the phenomena. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford