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New Mythology Series To Engage Reluctant Readers
This fall’s selections explore the many explanations behind unexplainable phenomena. Urban legends appear here with names, dates, and tips for avoiding a similarly gruesome fate. Readers will enjoy the...
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Series Nonfiction Publishers Try Their Hands at Early Learning
Young learners are inquisitive in nature, focusing on both large- and small-scale learning—often at the same time. The world is literally their classroom. They are fascinated by their own sense of...
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Steps in the Right Direction | Series Nonfiction Editorial
I’m thrilled to introduce two new catergories in this latest issue of Series Made Simple: early learning and Spanish language. Both of these sections have been in the works for some time, and it’s an...
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Kittens & Deathstalker Scorpions: 14 Animal Series Sure To Pique Interest
The greatest animal series include plenty of information about the topics kids ask for most often, as well as some mention of creatures many may not have even heard of. This season’s picks cover a wide...
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15 Spanish Language Nonfiction Series for Elementary Schoolers
In the United States today, one child out of every four under the age of 18 is of Latinx descent. While a large proportion of these children are proficient English speakers, there remain many who are...
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Pop Culture Meets History: 15 Biography Series To Hook Kids
Students love to read about other people’s lives, whether historical figures with whom they feel a connection or a favorite athlete or contemporary pop star. Choosing the right biography is an...
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13 Series To Foster Social Awareness Among Young People
As challenging as social consciousness can be for adults, it is only more so for children, who are just learning about the world around them. This season’s selections offer a variety of fare, but each...
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Students Interested in a Career in Tech? We’ve Got You Covered
Innovative additions to career series get kids thinking about such things as who is responsible for the food they eat, what jobs are tied to helping causes, and which technology jobs are most in...
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To the Moon and Back: STEM Series with High Interest
The wonders of space and Earth are fabulously explored in this season’s general science selections. Accessible entry points for STEAM-focused study are provided via high-interest topics: astronaut...
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Extreme Weather, Global Warming, & More: 15 Life Science Series
Now more than ever, children need accurate, up-to-date science books that answer questions, satisfy curiosity, and confound and intrigue. The world of science can be such a wondrous place, from weird...
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Hunting and Figure Skating: Off-Beat Sports Series To Get Kids in the Game
Have you ever wished you could weed your whole sports nonfiction section and build a dream team from scratch? Well, a number of the following selections are real winners. In addition to the traditional...
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21 Series for Crafters and Maker Spaces
There’s a lot of wisdom to be gained from craft books. Each title in ABDO’s “Cool Makerspace” series, reviewed below, starts with these precepts: “Have a plan. Ask for permission. Be respectful. Keep...
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Rebels and Landmarks: 15 New U.S. History Series
Wars, western expansion, and historic sites are common subjects among U.S. history series this year. While several are sufficient for reports alone, others are surprisingly engaging. Readers will learn...
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History Meets Engineering: 15 Series on World History and Culture
A number of this season’s history series revolve around the construction of buildings, routes, and monuments that facilitated the growth of nations. Some sets describe the intricacies of building...
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12 Series That Prove Geography is More Than Just Studying Maps
Where people live and travel and how they work and play, individually and as groups, can reveal much about their cultures and societies. The study of geography provides students with the tools to...
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