This book covers most of the aspects of drugs from medicines to drug abuse. I think the order of the issues about drugs could have been done more effectively such as what are drugs coming before drug dangers. If kids have an interest in this topic they will find useful information with appropriate pictures. Recommended—Jennie Jackson, Library Media Specialist, Hale School Arlington Independent School District4/28/2009
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A very comprehensive treatment of fighting and how to deal with it for this level. It gives the reasons for fighting and good solutions. Fighting is amazingly comprehensive for this grade level. It has a table of contents, glossary, find out more (books and websites) and an index. Overall this is an excellent beginning book on this topic. Recommended—Barbara Reed, Library Media Specialist, Sherrod School Arlington Independent School District4/14/2009
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These titles are solid resources for teachers, librarians, counselors, and parents, as well as children. Their strength is the clear, concise writing and well-placed questions that provide adults with excellent discussion starters. The topics are presented in an age-appropriate manner.For example, Bullying defines its topic as "hurting, scaring, or leaving someone out on purpose. Bullying is unkind and unfair." Children will have no trouble understanding this definition and recognizing the experience. Good advice is provided, such as finding a trusted adult if you are being bullied or you are witnessing a fight; or talking to a parent, teacher, or principal (or a grandparent in Brothers and Sisters) if you need help or are scared or angry. The color photos don't add a lot to the texts-some appear to be staged and there are two pictures that are repeated in two different books, but they may be useful in discussing body language. Recommended--Stephanie Farnlacher, Trace Crossings Elementary School, Hoover, AL School Library Journal
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