SERIES MADE SIMPLE

School Lunches: Healthy Choices vs. Crowd Pleasers

by Lois SEPAHBAN
9780756549930. ea vol: 64p. (Perspectives Flip Books: Issues). charts. further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. Compass Point. 2015. lib. ed. $33.32.
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Gr 6 Up—This series discusses topical and complicated issues that teens will find relevant. However, it's the intriguing "flipbook" aspect of this series that sets it apart, allowing readers to experience both sides of an argument. Half of each volume explores one side of an issue, while the other explores its counterpart. There's tons of text here, but it's clear and engaging, featuring charts, real-life examples, color photos, and text boxes that supplement the narrative. Other noteworthy features are "What Do You Think?" sections, which ask readers to think critically and form arguments using textual evidence; "Pros and Cons" sections, which present a quick snapshot of the two sides of arguments; and a section at the end, which assists readers (and educators) in applying Common Core strategies to the text.
VERDICT A pertinent series for personal or academic use.
Designed to help students understand and debate the two titular issues, each book presents one side; flip it over to read about the other. Both books present reasonable ideas and approaches but will become out-of-date soon (e.g., social media rapidly changes). Stock photos and graphs illustrate the texts; discussion questions and a pro-and-con summary are included. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following Perspectives Flip Books: Issues titles: Punishing Bullies and Social Media.
Reviewed by Rita Meade , Apr 01, 2015

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