Investigating Diabetes

These titles are all thorough, accessible, and readable overviews of the topics. Thc books have a straightforward, friendly style . . . All do an excellent job at discussing the topic and providing historical background, daily realities of living with the disease, current research, and opportunities for getting help . . . While the books deal with challenging, and potentially devastating topics, students will feel supported, inspired, and informed after reading them."

Library Media Connection, October 2010

"The book is user friendly, easy to read and would be an asset to a middle school library."

Southwest Ohio and Neighboring Libraries, January 18, 2011

"This book contains a wealth of information on the disease . . . as well as strategies for reducing or eliminating these complications . . . The books in this series are concise and engaging for high school students, particularly those who might have a particular disorder or know someone who does. They would be useful as resources for student enrichment and projects in biology or health classes. They would prove especially valuable for any teacher, because students with these disorders can often be found in their classes."

National Science Teachers Association Recommends Web site, posted January 24, 2011

"The book is well-sourced . . . It is highly recommended for biology classrooms and high school libraries."

Children's Literature

". . . this text covers what it aims to cover so comprehensively and clearly that it might even serve as an introductory textbook for medical school students."

Science Books & Films, November 2010

"Students assigned a project on any of the topics covered in these titles need look no further. The authors thoroughly examine each disease from all conceivable angles . . ."

School Library Journal, Fall 2010