(2) K-3 Demi brings her inimitable style to the life of legendary scientist Marie Curie (1867–1934), from Curie's early years in a scholarly Polish family through her education in France and her work on radioactivity with husband Pierre. In a clear, matter-of-fact text, Demi describes Curie's remarkable accomplishments. Accompanying gold-tinged illustrations are flat in aspect and, like the text, serious, yet they add texture and detail. Reading list, timeline. Glos.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2018

(4) 4-6 Explosion Zone series. Illustrated by David Antram. Gordon effectively introduces Marie and Pierre Curie's discovery of radium, and their taxing, dangerous work with this element. The cartoon-style illustrations seem misaligned with the seriousness of the subject, and the busy design distracts from the narrative flow, although the unusual presentation may stimulate readers' interest. "Here's the Science" sidebars offer additional details, including diagrams. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian