(3) 1-3 Ada Lace Adventure series. Illustrated by Renée Kurilla. In her third outing, scientifically minded third-grade inventor Ada Lace starts using a ham radio, connecting with a formerly annoying neighbor and the International Space Station--though not to alien lifeforms, to her friend's relief. This strong, STEM-focused series values experimentation and exploration; science and story are equally accessible to newly independent readers, aided by inviting grayscale illustrations and concluding "Behind the Science" explanations.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(3) 1-3 Ada Lace Adventure series. Illustrated by Renée Kurilla. With Tamson Weston. This endearing new series champions STEAM concepts as scientist, inventor, and literal-minded third grader Ada Lace investigates a missing dog (Case) and builds a robot (Red). Large font, abundant white space, and loose black-and-white illustrations aid young readers. Concluding "Behind the Science" sections support Ada's interests, while her artistic parents and friend lend balance, teaching Ada--and readers--the importance of design. Review covers these Ada Lace Adventure titles: Ada Lace, On the Case and Ada Lace Sees Red.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(3) 1-3 Ada Lace Adventure series. Illustrated by Renée Kurilla. With Tamson Weston. This endearing new series champions STEAM concepts as scientist, inventor, and literal-minded third grader Ada Lace investigates a missing dog (Case) and builds a robot (Red). Large font, abundant white space, and loose black-and-white illustrations aid young readers. Concluding "Behind the Science" sections support Ada's interests, while her artistic parents and friend lend balance, teaching Ada--and readers--the importance of design. Review covers these Ada Lace Adventure titles: Ada Lace, On the Case and Ada Lace Sees Red.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin