Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3374-0, for grades 5-9, 48 pages
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Enslow Publishers, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3374-0, for grades 5-9, 48 pages
For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2721
"This was no ordinary, local band. These guys were going someplace. These guys were going to make it big....That band was AC/DC and it was on its way to conquering the world. "
Over the past thirty years, about twenty different musicians have been members of AC/DC including: guitarists Angus Young and Malcolm Young, lead vocalist Brian Johnson, drummer Phil Rudd, and bass guitarist Cliff Williams, as well as lead singers Dave Evans and Bon Scott.
"All had a dream to fly and all were determined to reach that dream through
perseverance and hard work. At great risk--even at the cost of life--these brave
men and women made the desire to fly a reality for the world."
"The opening pages create a valuable historical context for understanding the origins and spirit of the movement..." (Review by Carolyn Phelan). The full review can be found on BooklistOnline.com http://www.booklistonline.com/.
"From the first chapter, “Calling Card Murder," which introduces readers to the challenges of being a forensic scientist, I couldn't put it down. I predict your students will be equally fascinated...I highly recommend this book for students who are mature enough to handle the subject matter and want to explore scientific fields as well as increase their knowledge of forensic science."
To see the full review, please click on the title link.
"The Father of Anatomy: Galen and His Dissections details theFor the full review, please click the title link.
man and the era in which he lived. Galen’s prolific writings provided the foundation for Andreas Vesalius’ work comparing animal and human anatomy and William Harvey’s experiments focusing on the heart and blood. His emphasis on the scientific method and adherence to procedures established the basis of medical care for centuries. From it, students will find information on the history and nature of science and physiology. Teachers will find it a good tool
for the development of integrated activities with social studies
curricula. "
For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2599"In fact, one of its pluses is the way that it focuses on Ferrera as being more than a pretty face (although there is not shortage of descriptions calling her beautiful). After describing how America was raised in a large family by a single mother who insisted that education come first, the book goes on to chronicle Ferrera’s career inthe Traveling Pants films (from where readers will probably know her best) and on TV’s Ugly Betty."
"From the opening, heart-pounding scenes of Frederick Douglass’ flight to freedom to his childhood, spent in slavery, and his history-making adult life, this entry in Americans—The Spirit of a Nation series is an engaging introduction to the famous abolitionist. Well-sourced excerpts, including many passages from Douglass’ own writings, and vivid description enliven the text, which also includes sidebars focused on related historical figures and events."
Enslow Publishers, 128 pgs, grades 5 and up, full color, ISBN: 978-0-7660-3025-1
For more information on this title, please visit http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2637
Forensic Scientist: Careers Solving Crimes and
Scientific Mysteries, written by Judith Williams tells the story of real forensic investigators doing their work, often in extreme environments.
Published by Enslow Publishers, this title is 128 pages in length. Recommended for fifth grade and older. ISBN 978-0-7660-3051-0.
Enslow Series Link: http://www.enslow.com/catalog.asp?Exact=true&SeriesID=265
Part of the Rainbow of Animals series, this title is written by Melissa Stewart and is published by Enslow Publishers, Inc. ISBN 978-0-7660-3253-8. Link to Publishers page: http://www.enslow.com/displayitem.asp?type=1&item=2620
Link to the NSTA Review: http://www.nsta.org/recommends/ViewProduct.aspx?ProductID=19284
How do joints work?
How do sense receptors work?
What type of personality do you have?
This series is a great alternative to the bands' adult biographies that will not
work with middle and junior high school students.
"The author compares the real-life trial to the movie in step-by-step analysis but did skew the public's understanding of the trial itself. The author also shares how the controversy continues to this day having ignited high emotions and Supreme Court cases. This is a book that would be an excellent supplement ot any study on evolution and/or Inherit the Wind" - Bridget Slayden, Educational Reviewer, Rogersvill, Missouri
This series is a great alternative to the bands' adult biographies that will not work with middle and junior high school students.
The series was given a 4p "Broad general or genre YA appeal".
Judas Priest: Metal Gods is written by Brian J. Bowe. Library Edition:KISS: I Wanna Rock and Roll All Night is written by Aileen Weintraub. Library
Edition: 978-0-7660-3621-5, Paperback Edition: 978-0-7660-3619-2.
The Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA) YA Top Forty Committee chose Clara Barton: “Face Danger, But Never Fear It” by Don Nardo as one of the Top 10 or So! Nonfiction books. (ISBN 978-0-7660-3024-4 for grades 5-9)
PSLA also chose 5 of our books or their annual list of the best selections for young adults and were featured at their workshop in the beginning of May.
To see the reviews and full lists, please click the title link and select Top Ten Titles, and Nonfiction Reviews.
...I recommend this book not only as a science fair guide but as an engaging and readable text that will motivate students to think like a scientist and relate to other young people who have excelled in science research projects.
This biography tells the story of Christopher Columbus and how his many voyages to the New World would change the world forever....Columbus did cross the uncharted Atlantic Ocean. He was not the only European to believe that the world was round. But he seems to have been the first to stake his life on it. And is voyages would change the world.