Pop Culture, Current Events
A Global Phenomenon
Grades 4-8
“This book lays out the history of the style in a short, well illustrated book that includes many groups that readers might want to investigate…There are plenty of sidebars with information about tangential culture: Korean words that were entered into the OED; the kimchee craze; Korean beauty trends; and even an entry about the 2024 martial law’s effect on the industry. …
…I had several students request my copy after I added it to my library database…”
— Middle school librarian, Amazon review
Hi-Lo Interest Level Grades 6-12,
Reading Level Grades 3-4
“In this guide from The World of Anime and Manga series (4 titles), those wishing to explore these modes of illustrated storytelling will become acquainted with several popular genres…A preliminary “At a Glance” section gives a clear, succinct overview of the book‘s contents through a bulleted list. This is followed by an introduction that uses a fictional scenario at a high-school anime and manga club to illustrate the community and connections these stories foster. …
…A straightforward, nicely organized resource.”
– Booklist
Sports
Who Would Win?
Grades 2-5
. . . A strong choice for sports fans and a great way to hook reluctant readers.”
— School Library Journal
LaDainian Tomlinson: Who Would Win?
Grades 2-5
“The newest titles in this ongoing series deliver high-energy matchups that will captivate sports fans.”
— School Library Journal
Belgium’s Soccer Star
Hi-Lo Interest Level Elementary, Middle,
Reading Level Grade 4
“…Part of the International Soccer Stars series, Kevin De Bruyne, Belgium’s Soccer Star tells the story of a shy, young boy who grew up to be one of the highest-paid soccer players in the world today.”
— Mitchell Lane Publishers
Strength Training
Interest Level Grades 6-12,
Reading Level Grade 8
“How do you start a fitness routine? What do you need and what is safe? These questions and more are addressed for teens looking to develop healthy habits around exercise. …
…A collection of high-interest exercise topics that balance inclusion of abilities and fitness goals for teens with reliable, safe information.”
— School Library Journal
Interest Level Grades 6-12,
Reading Level Grade 8
“These thorough histories of the biggest brands in sports apparel have niche appeal. …The giants often find themselves vying for the bigger share of the sponsorship markets not only among themselves, but with newer brands like Under Armour. ..
…the abundance of information and source notes give them value for researchers. …
— School Library Journal
Animal Behavior, Nature
Predator vs. Prey series, Grades 3-5
“…Successfully combines the appeal of animal battles with real-life examples of predation…”
— School Library Journal
“…Sidebars, amazing color photos, a vibrant design, and strong STEM connections make this series a wild feast….”
— Lerner Publishing Group
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