School Library Journal

Gr 2-4-This series features concepts geared toward helping younger children learn about community. The topics of diversity, identity, social justice, and speaking up are covered in an easily understood format. The text uses a large font style and was written with early readers in mind. The layout uses bold colors to highlight chapter changes and to communicate key focal points, along with glossary words that are defined at the back of each book. The books contain segments that ask readers to think, ask questions, create, and find out more. The back matter also includes an index and list of websites for further reading. VERDICT The positive tenor of this series is perfect for early readers and great for classroom discussions.