(4) K-3 Places in American History series. The construction and significance of six American monuments are explored through stock photos and unexceptional text geared to the second-grade student. Each volume introduces noteworthy figures involved in the building project and describes each structure as it appears today. First report writers will find adequate information. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Places in American History titles: The Golden Gate Bridge, The Liberty Bell, Mount Rushmore, The Statue of Liberty, The Washington Monument, and The White House.

Reviewer: CHristine Sarrazin

(4) 4-6 Great American Memorials series. Photographs by Jennifer Ashabranner. This clearly written volume contains a brief survey of George Washington's role in history and describes the process of designing and constructing the Washington Monument--which included bouts of political infighting and a lengthy work stoppage around the time of the Civil War. The historical images are reproduced adequately, but the color photos tend to be dark. A page is devoted to visitor information. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) K-3 Each of these books introduces readers to a historical American site, briefly discussing history, key individuals, and the site's relevance today. Double-page spreads consist of a full-page photo facing a page of large-type text. Although the writing is choppy at times and the sequence of information not always logical, these four short books provide adequate general overviews of their subjects. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Barbara Barstow