(4) 4-6 Future Energy series. Accurately describing the way alternate energy forms can be produced and used, these books have numerous short segments and brief sentences to make the information accessible, whether presenting quadrifoils or hog power. Ample photos and diagrams illustrate the volumes, and boxed facts add details. Although they list some disadvantages, the books never acknowledge the current low efficiency rate of these devices. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Future Energy titles: Geothermal Energy and Bio-energy and Wind Power.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 4-6 Future Energy series. Accurately describing the way alternate energy forms can be produced and used, these books have numerous short segments and brief sentences to make the information accessible, whether presenting quadrifoils or hog power. Ample photos and diagrams illustrate the volumes, and boxed facts add details. Although they list some disadvantages, the books never acknowledge the current low efficiency rate of these devices. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Future Energy titles: Geothermal Energy and Bio-energy and Wind Power.]

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) 4-6 Smart Structures series. Crowded double-page spreads explain why dams are necessary; discuss how they are used for irrigation, as flood barriers, and for generating electricity; and describe basic engineering principles used in their design and construction. Although the book is generally informative, both the text and the color photos are bland. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Natural Disasters series. The books in this series provide insight into common natural disasters. Richards gives an Australian context for many of the examples; nevertheless, in most cases they are informative and serve their purpose. Photographs create interest and enliven the text, and sidebars add possibilities for further discussion. Occasionally, a word definition isn't clear or an unfamiliar term is used without adequate explanation. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Natural Disasters titles: Ferocious Fires, Furious Floods, Howling Hurricanes, Quivering Quakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Vibrating Volcanoes.]

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg