(4) 4-6 Black Stars series. Heroes introduces twenty-seven influential Africans from ancient times (Imhotep in 2980 B.C.E.) to the present (Kofi Annan). Millionaires profiles twenty-five wealthy African Americans from the nineteenth century to today. The brief, well-written entries mention trials and challenges as well as successes and include at least one (often poor-quality) black-and-white photo. Bib., ind. Review covers these Black Stars titles: African Heroes and African American Millionaires.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

(4) 4-6 Black Stars series. Heroes introduces twenty-seven influential Africans from ancient times (Imhotep in 2980 B.C.E.) to the present (Kofi Annan). Millionaires profiles twenty-five wealthy African Americans from the nineteenth century to today. The brief, well-written entries mention trials and challenges as well as successes and include at least one (often poor-quality) black-and-white photo. Bib., ind. Review covers these Black Stars titles: African Heroes and African American Millionaires.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

(4) YA Illustrated by Judy DiBiase. An identical guide to conceiving, planning, presenting, and displaying science fair projects makes up the first part of these books. The second part offers specific student-generated projects (fifty in Complete, thirty-five in More), that range from simple to complex; the numbered instructions emphasize process rather than theory. Appendixes offer additional ideas, fair locations, and suppliers. Glos., ind. Review covers these titles: The Complete Handbook of Science Fair Projects and More Award-Winning Science Fair Projects.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) YA Illustrated by Judy DiBiase. An identical guide to conceiving, planning, presenting, and displaying science fair projects makes up the first part of these books. The second part offers specific student-generated projects (fifty in Complete, thirty-five in More), that range from simple to complex; the numbered instructions emphasize process rather than theory. Appendixes offer additional ideas, fair locations, and suppliers. Glos., ind. Review covers these titles: The Complete Handbook of Science Fair Projects and More Award-Winning Science Fair Projects.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) YA American Heritage American Voices series. This book on the Civil War and its aftermath features excerpts from primary source documents by known and relatively unknown Americans (former slaves, abolitionists, soldiers, novelists, politicians). Sidebars and archival illustrations highlight or summarize information in the main text. This loosely organized introduction for older readers is intended to spark further research. Sources. Ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) YA Black Stars series. Each book contains over twenty short, cogently written biographies of trailblazing African Americans, from James Durham, the first black doctor in the United States, to Surgeon General David Satcher, and from Phillis Wheatley, the earliest published African-American poet, to novelist Terry McMillan. A black-and-white photo or drawing of each subject is provided when one exists. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(3) YA Black Stars series. Each book contains over two dozen profiles. Teachers includes Benjamin Banneker, Mary McLeod Bethune, and Marva Collins. Musicians profiles a wide range of figures such as Scott Joplin, Mahalia Jackson, Jessye Norman, and Stevie Wonder. Illustrated with black-and-white photos, these cogent profiles emphasize professional achievements over personal lives. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) YA Black Stars series. Each book contains over two dozen profiles. Teachers includes Benjamin Banneker, Mary McLeod Bethune, and Marva Collins. Musicians profiles a wide range of figures such as Scott Joplin, Mahalia Jackson, Jessye Norman, and Stevie Wonder. Illustrated with black-and-white photos, these cogent profiles emphasize professional achievements over personal lives. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) YA Black Stars series. Each book contains over twenty short, cogently written biographies of trailblazing African Americans, from James Durham, the first black doctor in the United States, to Surgeon General David Satcher, and from Phillis Wheatley, the earliest published African-American poet, to novelist Terry McMillan. A black-and-white photo or drawing of each subject is provided when one exists. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(4) K-3 Play and Find Out series. This collection comprises simple activities that encourage adults and young children to engage in "scientific play" about insects and their physical characteristics. The twenty-five activities, however, are mainly craft projects, placing the burden on adults to interpret factual information for children. Pedestrian illustrations accompany the text. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(4) YA This encyclopedia of experiments in meteorology, astronomy, physics, and geology is aimed at students who need ideas for their science fair projects. To VanCleave's credit, she encourages readers to think beyond single experiments to develop a complex project; however, her further suggestions are rather directive. Simple sketches illustrate principles and techniques. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(4) YA Black Stars series. In an occasionally dry text, Haskins highlights the military contributions of thirty African-American men and women, from the Revolutionary War to the present. Each brief biography focuses on the military feats of the subject; boxed text provides additional information. Illustrated with poorly reproduced black-and-white photos and reproductions, the volume includes an extensive chronology. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Deborah L. Thompson

(4) YA Black Stars series. These books introduce familiar (Oprah Winfrey, George Washington Carver) and not-so-familiar (millionaire Madame C. J. Walker, realtor Philip Payton, Jr.) African Americans who have made their mark in business and science from the eighteenth century to the present. Often poorly reproduced black-and-white photos accompany the very brief biographies, but even in their brevity, the stories of hardship and success are well worth reading. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.

(4) YA Black Stars series. These books introduce familiar (Oprah Winfrey, George Washington Carver) and not-so-familiar (millionaire Madame C. J. Walker, realtor Philip Payton, Jr.) African Americans who have made their mark in business and science from the eighteenth century to the present. Often poorly reproduced black-and-white photos accompany the very brief biographies, but even in their brevity, the stories of hardship and success are well worth reading. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc.