Reviews

Rose G., MS in Early Childhood Education, New York State, May 2008

How Big is A Million? by: Anna Milbourne
This book made understanding large numbers easier for young learners (ages 4-7years). The concept is still abstract but the way it is presented helps young learners. This book is also well illustrated and would hold a young child’s attention.

1001 Things To Spot In The Town by: Anne Milbourne
This book put a smile on my face because I liked the concept of having an I SPY book that had a multi-cultural theme. The book asks children to spot different items in various towns throughout the world (Italy, Spain, Alaska, etc.). I SPY books are fun but having one where children can be exposed to new vocabulary of various items in a variety of countries is WONDERFUL !

Libraries Unlimited, March 2002

First Encyclopedia of Seas and Oceans

This volume is part of a series of encyclopedias from Usborne that focuses on the Earth's seas and oceans and the living organisms in them. Other volumes cover the world, animals, and space. Internet links are provided throughout the book so that users can access additional related information. Users have to go to www.usborne-quicklinks.com to connect to the sites; URLs are not given. The site is easy to use and navigate and no subscription is needed to use it.

Besides the Internet benefit of this work, it can also be used as a standalone encyclopedia. The colorful illustrations and brief, easy-to-read entries seem to be geared for elementary-aged students. Subjects such as coral reefs, dolphins, tides, shipwrecks, and the future of the oceans are covered. While the encyclopedia itself is only brief enough to satisfy mild curiosity, the Internet links will open a world of discovery for young learners. As with any Internet-related work, readers should keep in mind that some sites will move or disappear over time.

Reviewer - Cari Ringelheim

Beth L, MS Education, Florida, June 2008

Naughty Wooly Chunky Jigsaw Book, by Felicity Brooks & Stephen Cartwright
My 2 1/2 year old daughter and I love this book! There are 4 little jigsaw puzzles with 4 pieces each which is perfect for my daughter to learn to put together. Behind each piece of the puzzle is the picture of the part of the puzzle that needs to go there. Since she in only 2, this really helps her be able to do the puzzle herself. She really enjoys putting the puzzles together. The book is nice and sturdy too, so I'm sure it will last a long time. The story is also cute!