Flashback History
This information-packed yet approachable series gives your readers a chance to visit intriguing cultures of the past. Students will be taking a close look at key figures and events of the Greek, Aztec, Viking, Inuit, Egyptian, Amazonian Indian, Celt, Plains Indians, and Prehistoric civilizations. Uncomplicated text--that explains both straightforward and mysterious details--is accompanied by beautiful illustrations and high-interest photographs. Questions are posed, allowing the reader to ponder what is being asked and why, and then answers are provided. Reluctant readers will be drawn in by the dynamic design, and they'll be eased into reading through fun fact boxes and simple introductions to key terms and ideas.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Flashback History"Bold, clear texts and ample photos and illustrations make this series a decent introduction to cultures from the contemporary and historical worlds. The books follow a simple formula in which chapter titles are questions such as "What do the Inuit Wear?" "Do the Amazonian Indians have Medicines?" and "What work did Plains Indians do?"...Fine historical introductions to the groups covered."
--Brian Odom, Pelham Public Library, AL, School Library Journal
