Reading Level: Grades 2-3 Interest Level: Grades 5 – 7
Lights flash and music blares at a rock concert. There’s a lot to learn about light and sound. Explore how these forms of energy come in waves and examine what else is similar and different about light and sound. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes science approachable for all!
This series delivers straightforward financial information to readers. Topics covered include credit scores, interest rates, budgeting, and saving. The author relates each subject to a real-life money situation, such as saving for a computer or investing birthday money. The books feature full-page photos and sidebars. Each title concludes with a review page that has key words, comprehension questions, a critical-thinking question, and test-taking strategies. There is also a glossary, index, and list of further reading. VERDICT This series does a serviceable job introducing financial topics to readers. An additional selection.
