From School Library Journal
Grade 4–6—Attractive covers are just the beginning of these nicely presented titles. Fighter Planes and Helicopters describe the uses and differences in the types of aircraft featured. Humvees explains how the basic vehicle is modified and used for different purposes. Several of the chapters begin with real-action scenarios that lead into a description of how the vehicle or aircraft is used. Almost every page contains a color photo, many of which are credited to the Department of Defense. Most captions supplement the text and often state when and where the photo was taken. Fact File boxes, which vary in size from one-third page to two pages, add interesting information and statistics. Vocabulary is relatively simple, but largely accurate. However, Fighter Planes states that the U.S. declared war on Afghanistan. Invaded, yes, but there has been no declaration of war. In discussing motor design, Humvees refers to the vehicle's spark plugs. Humvees have diesel engines and, therefore, do not have spark plugs. Having noted these items, these titles are still additional purchases for most libraries.—Eldon Younce, Harper Elementary School, KS
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