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SIRS Discoverer Solution Updates
National Geographic Little Kids
SIRS Discoverer now includes National Geographic Little Kids, from the editors of National Geographic Kids, the award-winning magazine for 6- to 14-year-olds.
This is the National Geographic Society's first magazine specifically designed and written for 3- to 6-year-olds. Interactive games and science experiments introduce simple science concepts and teach logic, counting, and more. Fascinating animal stories help develop pre-reading and reading skills, while teaching children the fundamentals about their favorite creatures. Crafts and recipes bring different cultures directly to children and provide a sense of understanding.
NG Little Kids presents a wonderful opportunity to inspire a love of learning in children, while bringing animals, nature, and science to the youngest learners. Take a peek at SIRS Discoverer's newest award-winning content addition today.
Patria Press: Childhood of Famous Americans® Series
The award-winning Patria Press was published in its original format nearly 50 years ago, as part of the original Childhood of Famous Americans® Series. The company has since reintroduced selected titles with the same classic text that has captivated generations of children. Written for ages 8-12, the Young Patriots books presents timelines, vocabulary lists, "Fun Facts," and the exciting and stirring stories of young heroes and heroines who made significant contributions to the growth and development of the United States.
Abner Doubleday, Boy Baseball Pioneer
REVIEWS: "This is an enjoyable and wholesome story. The characters are interesting and believable. Readers will comfortably relate to the adventures of Abner and his friends. The setting provides accurate historical and geographical images of life in mid-nineteenth century America." -- The Reading Tub Book Reviews for Children's Books
"...an enjoyable look at the boy who not only became the credited inventor of America's game, but also a famous Civil War general who fought in the Battles of Gettysburg, Antietam, and Fort Sumter." -- The Old Schoolhouse Magazine for Homeschool Families
Abner Doubleday, Boy Baseball Pioneer tells the story of the man who is credited with inventing baseball. Abner grew up to become a famous Civil War general, but as a boy was never happier than when he had a bat and ball in his hand...Informed and informative, the...Young Patriots Series should be a core part of every elementary school and public library system collection...for young readers." -- Midwest Book Review, Children's
Bookwatch
"As with the other books in this series, the action is exciting and the characters vivid. The reader really gets a sense of what made these boys tick and the spirit of adventure that they had. The illustrations, by series regular Cathy Morrison, are as good as ever. The faces and places really jump off the page, adding to the reader's enjoyment." -- Social Studies for Kids
John Audubon, Young Naturalist
REVIEWS: "Written in an easy to follow and engaging style, this account of John Audubon's life will help young readers see how John came to create his famous book (Birds of America)..." -- Through The Looking Glass Children's Book Review
"A fascinating account of the life of one of our naturalist heroes, John James Audubon, is written in the vocabulary of children, easy to understand and entertaining. This book would make a wonderful first chapter book for any child..." -- Midwest Book Review, Reviewer's Bookwatch
Frederick Douglass, Young Defender of Human Rights
Reviews to be available at a future date.
Biography for Beginners: Presidents of the United States
This content is now available in both SIRS Discoverer and eLibrary Elementary. Each entry contains contact sources for additional information on each President, including websites; three appendices: Terms of Office, Personal and Family Information, and Historic Timeline; and easy-to-use Subject Index, Places of Birth Index, and Birthday Index. A Glossary of Terms is also available. Complete presidential biographies, written at a level that early readers can comprehend (specifically, grade level 4), include information on birth, youth, education, presidency, marriage, and family.
Expect to see more Biography for Beginners titles added to the elementary products in the future.
Favorable Impressions' Editor/Publisher Laurie Lanzen Harris has established an esteemed reputation for creating outstanding reference publications. The Favorable Impressions titles each display a high level of care and commitment, and each publication is reviewed by Advisory Boards comprised of school librarians, public librarians, and reading specialists.
REVIEWS for Biography for Beginners: Presidents of the United States:
"Presidents of the United States is an exceptional source detailing presidents' lives ... This reference gives detailed information in an easy and complete one-stop source." -- Parents' Choice
"A solid introduction to America's leaders for beginning researchers."
-- School Library Journal
"An accessible format and reading level, Web sites for each president, a birthday index, and lots of illustrations help make this a kid-friendly resource." -- Booklist
"Compact, conscise articles about each President of the United States from Washington to Clinton are presented in an attractive format for ease in writing reports." -- The Elementary School Library Collection
eLibrary Elementary Solution Updates
The Struggle Against Slavery: A History in Documents: Another in the "History in Docs" series, which provides embedded primary source material and photos that are extensively footnoted.
The New Encyclopedia of Science: The New Encyclopedia of Science: Ecology and Environment; The New Encyclopedia of Science: Animals and Plants
Toucan Valley: A series of 14 new reference books from Toucan Valley is being added to your subscription. The following titles have already been added to the solution: California Explorers; California Indians; California Missions; Mission Life; California History by Decades; and California Ranchos.
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