Apples

July 1, 2007
Gr 12-Following a precise format, each title is divided into several two- or three-page chapters. The text in the first chapter of each book ("What Is a Life Cycle?") is identical except for the necessary vocabulary specific to each topic. The font is appropriate for younger readers. A high-quality color photo appears on almost every page, though some (especially those depicting machinery) are somewhat dated. Captions usually add to the text. Though it is a versatile plant, the soybean featured in "Beans" is an unusual choice. "Chickens" contains a grammatical error, while all of the titles have an annoying habit of beginning sentences with "and." These books are not wonderful, but they are acceptable additional purchases."Eldon Younce, Harper Elementary School, KS"

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