Football    Marching bands, pom-poms, and the roar of the crowd are just a part of the excitement and tension that builds as preparations are made to begin an American football game; pre-game programs abound when it is time for the Super Bowl to commence. In Europe, "football" means the sport that Americans recognize as "soccer". Since 1967 the National Football League has extended the American football season with the "granddaddy of all games"-The Super Bowl. Fans participate with wild enthusiasm and those who cannot attend in person crowd around TV screens (small, large, and gigantic) all over the country (and world) to watch the culmination of the season. Each team in the American Football League and the National Football League vie all year long to obtain one of the highly coveted spots in this grand championship. People also look forward to the fabulous half-time entertainment and the creative commercials that sponsor the extravaganza. Earning a Super Bowl ring is the ultimate wish of every young person who has ever blocked a punt, hurled a pass, or intercepted a "pigskin" - even those without athletic prowess admire the skill and determination of the few who wear the symbol of football's greatest achievement. The book selections below include both fiction and non-fiction for a wide range of readers. Use the reviews to guide your selections for books to help explain or understand the game better, or just to whip up the pre-game fervor.    For more information about football history, players, records, humor in football, etc. (and lots of advertisements) visit: www.football.about.com/od/footballhistory/Football_History.htm Contributor: Sheilah Egan Reviews The Dallas Cowboys Mark Stewart Content consultant, Jason Aikens In 1960, their first season, the Dallas Cowboys' football team did not win a single game. Fast forward to the year 2006. The Dallas Cowboys appeared in eight Super Bowls, winning five of them. Players like Tony Dorsett, Roger Staubach, and Troy Aikman are all players who contributed to the Dallas Cowboy success story. One of the most storied members of this team was their coach Tom Landry. His trademark suit and tie with a hat is remembered by young and old fans of the National Football League (NFL). Author Mark Stewart in this title of the "Team Spirit" series does a tremendous job providing young readers with detailed information about the colorful history that is the Dallas Cowboys. As with other books in the series, numerous sections of facts and player quotes are within the pages, as well as sections for further information. Color photographs enhance the text and the action in the game of football. This book is a good addition to any public or school library collection. 2006, Norwood House Press, $25.27. Ages 11 to 18. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 978-1-59953-004-8 ISBN: 1-59953-004-X Eddie and the Jets John Attanas In this page-turner, Eddie finds everything in his life is changing. Up until now he has always had his dad at home, but his dad decides to move out. Up until now Eddie has always gotten along well with his three friends who comprise his football team known as the Jets. Now they let bickering break up the team. Until now, Eddie did not have a girlfriend. Now he chooses to become friends with Jackie, the sister of his best friend Bobby, much to the chagrin of the friend. Life can be especially tough for an adolescent playing the hand Eddie is dealt. The author knows kids well and offers up a believable tale. Dialogue is realistic and emotions authentic. Readers are offered an important story that they can easily relate to. Place the book in sixth grade classes and up. Boys, as well as girls, will enjoy and benefit from the football intrigue and timely issues. 2005, Darby Creek Publishing, $15.95. Ages 12 up. Reviewer: Nancy Garhan Attebury (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-58196-026-3 Emergency Quarterback Rich Wallace Vinnie DiMarco and Jason Fiorelli together are the star quarterback-receiver combination for the Hudson City Hornets, a team of middle school kids that is closing in on an undefeated season. Jason is the star, but when Vinnie injures his wrist at the end of a late season game, there is no one but Wade, a selfish ex-quarterback who lost his starting job, to get Jason the ball. To everyone's surprise, Coach Podesta assigns Jason to be the emergency quarterback if Wade falters. When Wade can not lead them to victory, Jason is inserted in the starting lineup. With the team divided and hostilities emerging right and left, their title aspirations begin to wane and can only be revived if Wade and Jason can get along. This book, a title in the "Winning Season" series, is simple and engaging with characters that young boys especially will relate to. Wallace keeps the action moving along quickly, which will keep youngsters engaged, but he does so at the expense of any real social commentary. This is a sports book and does not pretend to be anything else, but while Wallace does a workmanlike job of describing the action, he does not insert too much complex football jargon. He does attempt to emphasize the value of teamwork and friendship, but not at the expense of any action. In the end, this is a fine read for young boys anxious to dream of being the hero for the home team. 2005, Viking/Penguin Group, $14.99. Ages 9 up. Reviewer: Tom Jones (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-670-06045-3 Football Jonatha A. Brown Structured like a book with many more pages and content; this title opens with a table of contents listing the four chapters, a glossary, a section for more information (books and web sites) and an index. Readers are introduced to the history of football whose roots go back to the British games of soccer and rugby. For those who do not know anything about the sport, the field layout, object of the game and scoring are explained. The next chapter relates some exciting moments in football and describes a long running play, long pass, interceptions, fumbles and trick plays. The best college teams compete for the NCAA ranking and selection for bowl games. The professional football teams have a winner each year as a result of the Super Bowl game that is watched by millions of fans. The web sites at the time of this review were active and age appropriate. The book list, however, did not have publication dates for the books. Part of the "My Favorite Sport" series, which features excellent photographs and diagrams along with an interesting text. 2005, Weekly Reader Early Learning Library, $19.33. Ages 5 to 8. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-8368-4339-8 ISBN: 0-8368-4346-0 Football John Wright If you turn on your television on a fall weekend afternoon and begin flipping channels you will invariably encounter the sport of football. Perhaps no other team sport has captured the American psyche as greatly as this sport. The gridiron upon which football is played has assumed an almost legendary aspect. One need only mention names such as Vince Lombardi, Red Grange, or Terry Bradshaw to conjure up memories of a sport that combines physical skill, controlled violence, and near military tactics. In Football author John Wright offers readers some insights into the ways in which the sport is both played and prepared for. This book is part of a larger series entitled "Sports Injuries" and it follows the format that typifies this useful set. In Football the author provides readers with a synopsis of the sport's history, a review of appropriate mental preparatory activities, physical warm up activities, common equipment, and career opportunities in the sport. As is the case with other books in this series readers of Football will come away with a solid grasp of how athletes can better prepare to both excel and participate in a safer manner. This is a practical book and one that readers who either play football or are interested in sports in general will enjoy. 2004, Mason Crest Publishers, $19.95. Ages 9 to 12. Reviewer: Greg M. Romaneck (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-59084-632-X Football for Fun! Kenn Goin On Sunday afternoons in the fall millions of Americans tune their TV sets into a sport that includes speed, skill, and violence. That sport is professional football and it stands out as the most widely watched team activity in America. However, football is also played at many other levels. Colleges, high schools, and even youth leagues all are venues where the sport of football is played. A game of contact, strategy, and misdirection, football stands out in the pantheon of American games as one that has very broad appeal. One need only think of the National Football League's Super Bowl to realize not only the fan appeal but also the commercial interests inherent in this sport. Kenn Goin introduces football to youngsters in this portion of the multi-volume "Sports for Fun" series. Goin begins his work by presenting the history of football, then describes basic equipment, strategy, and rules in a manner that combines a readable text and numerous illustrations. In closing, he briefly describes some leading players of the game as well as resources for those readers wishing more information about the sport. Taken as a whole, the "Sports for Fun" series is a nice introduction to activities that appeal to youngsters. Mr. Goin's book fits into this excellent introductory series well and provides a solid entrance point for younger readers interested in learning more about one of America's most popular sports. 2004, Compass Point Books, $21.76. Ages 8 to 10. Reviewer: Greg M. Romaneck (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-7565-0430-9 Game Day Tiki Barber and Ronde Barber with Robert Burleigh Illustrated by Barry Root Clear and evocative text about twin brothers working as a team--and working through issues of whose contribution is noticed as they win football games--makes these two NFL superstars come to life for young readers. Ronde, the blocker, watches as Tiki makes touchdown after touchdown and wins the kudos of the crowds and the respect and interest of sports reporters. Mother, coach, and friends all contribute to the life lessons: do your best with what you have got, it is a good thing to work together, and to win a game takes a whole team. Action-packed illustrations by Barry Root clarify game plays for those not fans of football and also capture the feelings--from excitement to wistfulness--of the twins. 2005, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, $16.95. Ages 7 to 10. Reviewer: Elisabeth Greenberg (Children's Literature). Best Books: Best Children's Books of the Year, 2005; Bank Street College of Education; United States Childrens' Choices, 2006; International Reading Association; United States Awards, Honors, Prizes: Christopher Awards Winner 2006 Ages 8-10 United States ISBN: 978-1-4169-0093-1 ISBN: 1-4169-0093-4 The Greatest Game Ever Played: A Football Story Phil Bildner Illustrated by Zachary Pullen For years, professional baseball was the prime sport occupying the national interest of devoted fans. The New York Giants ruled the scene; but when the Giants baseball team moved to California, a great opportunity presented itself. Pro football, a less popular sport at the time, squeezed into the vacant spot and eased its way into the hearts of the television-viewing audience. The Greatest Game Ever Played spins a touching story of a father's unwillingness to accept the sport of football replacing his beloved baseball team, and his son's desire to continue sharing his time and fascination of this sport with his dad. This touching, heartwarming story marks the first ever NFL championship game between the Baltimore Colts and the New York Giants football teams played on December 28, 1958, resulting in sudden-death overtime. It is still referred to as the greatest game ever played. But what's more important is that it also weaves the touching story of a son's reluctance to give up his time with his father and his father's rediscovery of the joys of sharing this sport with his son. The marvelous illustrations are a study in expressions and mannerisms right down to the steam coming from breaths in the cold air. A great book for fathers to share with their kids. 2006, G. P. Putnam's Sons/Penguin, $16.99. Ages 5 to 8. Reviewer: Joan Elste (Children's Literature). Best Books: Publishers Weekly Book Review Stars, July 24, 2006; Cahners; United States ISBN: 0-399-24171-X Green Bay Packers Aaron Frisch The Green Bay Packers are distinguished for winning the first Super Bowl. Producing players such as Bart Star, Paul Hornung, Brett Favre, Ahman Green and Reggie White, the Packers can be considered a football dynasty. Vince Lombardi, namesake for the Lombardi trophy (The Super Bowl Trophy), not only led the Packers to victory but has several well-known statements that have become a part of sports history and vernacular. Aaron Frisch writes about this amazing team. A title of the "Super Bowl Champions" series, this book, is more suited for young readers than for high-interest low readers. With simple writing, the subjects covered are more for small children than for middle level students. Subjects like uniform description are not as important as history and statistics. The history covered is good but lacking. In addition, when writing about Brett Favre the author uses the past tense. A glossary and fact pages complete the book. Most good sports books contain a timeline, along with more information about the players and coaches who were a part of the team--for example, Mike Holmgren leading the team to the Super Bowl--but there is no mention of this great coach. Recommended for younger readers. 2006, Creative Education, $24.25. Ages 5 to 10. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-5834-1384-7 The History of the Oakland Raiders Aaron Frisch The black and silver of the Oakland Raiders presents opponents with an ominous sight. Yet, their uniforms are not the only aspect of this team presenting a fearsome game. With former players such as Jim Otto, Jack Tatum, and Howie Long, the Raiders have been a power to be reckoned with over the years. Part of "The History of" series, this title is full of information. While most high-interest books limit the facts provided in nonfiction books, this excellent book gives a fairly complete picture of the Oakland Raiders. The author also covers more of the history and people involved in the Raiders' successes and failures. Great action photographs support the colorful writing of the author. Lacking are a bibliography and an area for further research that is essential for any good young or reluctant reader. Yet, the lack of such sections does not eliminate this book as a possible selection for a school library. 2005, Creative Education, $27.10. Ages 8 to 16. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-5834-1308-1 Kurt Warner A.R. Schaefer This easy reader high interest biography of Super Bowl Hero Kurt Warner is fast-paced and full of facts. Warner was born in Burlington, Iowa on June 22, 197l. As he grew up, Kurt admired many athletes, but Joe Montana was one of his favorites. He dreamed of becoming a quarterback, and finally began to play this position in the 11th grade. In 1993, he became the starting quarterback at the University of Northern Iowa, and in 1995 he joined the Iowa Barnstormers of the Arena Football League. Three years later he joined the St. Louis Rams as the third-strong quarterback. A year later, he was named the Rams' starting quarter. The highlight of his football career came in 2000 when the Rams defeated the Tennessee Titans in the Super Bowl. Kurt Warner was named Super Bowl MVP. Today, Warner is one of the highest-paid players in football. He donates time and money to charities such as the Red Cross and volunteers at a camp for children with special needs. He has donated more than $200,000 to the camp. Color photographs illustrate the book as well as sidebars, career highlights, books to read, and internet sites. 2003, Capstone High-Interest Books, $21.26. Ages 10 up. Reviewer: Della A. Yannuzzi (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-7368-1295-4 The Mannings: Football's Famous Family J.A. Worthington Reading consultant Timothy Rasinski Content consultant, Saleem Choudhry Football skills course through the blood of the Mississippi Mannings who have dominated gridirons across the country. Patriarch Archibald, "Archie" Elisha Manning III, who played college football for the University of Mississippi then professionally for the New Orleans Saints, groomed his three sons to follow in his cleats. Two of his sons, Cooper and Eli, started on his alma mater's team, while Peyton considered his family's traditions at 'Ole Miss but decided the University of Tennessee offered him better opportunities for a football career. Cooper's football ambitions ended when an injury threatened to paralyze him if he continued playing. Instead, he stayed involved in the sport without becoming a professional like his brothers. Accomplishments and disappointments that the Mannings faced together are discussed, emphasizing how their teamwork helped establish their family's athletic legacy. The text involves readers by asking how they would respond to situations the Mannings encountered. The glossary repeats definitions and pronunciations exactly as printed in the text's footnotes. Although the sons' mother is briefly mentioned, the text offers no details describing her support and impact on them as players. Considering the Manning family's New Orleans and Mississippi associations, inclusion of their reactions to Hurricane Katrina and any relief work they undertook would have been insightful. A high-interest chapter book in the "High Five Reading" series for inexperienced readers. 2006, Red Brick Learning/Capstone Press, $23.93. Ages 6 to 10. Reviewer: Elizabeth D. Schafer (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-7368-5741-9 ISBN: 0-7368-5731-1 The Minnesota Vikings John F. Grabowski They shared the title of heartbreak team of the National Football League with the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams. With both the Broncos and Rams winning Super Bowl titles, the Vikings, at the time of this writing, are notorious for having gone to the Bowl Championship four times without winning. Yet the Vikings have created a dynasty that has electrified professional football for years. In fact, their outdoor games against the Green Bay Packers were called the ice bowl due to the immensely cold conditions. John F. Grabowski provides readers with an interesting and in-depth look at this amazing team. Instead of writing a general overview, Grabowski focuses on specific moments and players who impacted and continue to impact the Vikings. This volume of the "Great Sports Teams" series is an excellent resource for any fan of the team or the game of football. The book has a section of Viking achievements, other sources for more information, bibliography, index and notes page. With all the sources listed, this is a great starting point for research. 2003, Lucent Books, $27.45. Ages 12 to 18. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-56006-943-0 New England Patriots Nate LeBoutillier For many years the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL) could be described as runners-up. Until 2001 they had been in the Super Bowl but had never won. When quarterback Drew Bledsoe was injured, young quarterback Tom Brady took the helm and took the Patriots to the Super Bowl. They won in dramatic fashion and started a dynasty that would go on to win two more championships. Nate LeBoutillier does a good job providing history and information about the Patriots for young readers. As described with other titles of the "Super Bowl Champions" series, the simplicity, not of the writing but of the content, makes these books more appealing to young children. As with previously reviewed titles, there is a lack of factual information included in the back sections of the book. This is not a very informative book for most middle readers; probably a better book for elementary and younger readers. 2006, Creative Education, $24.25. Ages 5 to 10. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 1-5834-1386-3 Peyton Manning Michael Bradley This well-illustrated biography chronologically describes Manning's gridiron career from high school quarterbacking through his first years calling plays with the Indianapolis Colts. Growing up in New Orleans where his father, Archie, played professional football for the Saints, Manning and his older brother Cooper thrilled crowds with their high school football performances. Many colleges recruited Manning. Most fans expected Manning to play for the University of Mississippi, his father's and brother's alma mater. Instead, he signed with the University of Tennessee where he thought he could best improve his skills. A disciplined player, Manning studied films of rival teams and mastered their plays. Devoted to football, he practiced more than coaches demanded. Manning played so spectacularly that he was nominated for the Heisman trophy and observers speculated he would enter the professional football draft after his junior year. He decided to stay in school and graduate. Then, the Indianapolis Colts picked Manning first in the draft. As a professional player, he continued intense preparations and set records. Peers praised him for his teamwork and perseverance despite injuries and losses. Because Manning's career is still young, future biographers will record Manning's story more completely. A glossary and bibliography provide readers information for reports, although the Colts and Tennessee's football websites are not included. Manning's statistics can be used for mathematics lessons. This biography is part of the "Benchmark All-Stars" series. 2004, Benchmark Books/Marshall Cavendish, $27.07 and $18.95. Ages 8 to 12. Reviewer: Elizabeth D. Schafer (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-7614-1628-5 The Philadelphia Eagles Mark Stewart Content consultant: Jason Aikens The National Football League (NFL) is made up of teams with interesting histories. The Philadelphia Eagles make up a part of the colorful tapestry. Founded after the Great Depression, they were named the Eagles because the symbol for the New Deal programs was an eagle. Being in Philadelphia, the birth place of Democracy is also an important distinction for this team. While they have been national champions, their notoriety is in the players who with drive and a little flair have stood out. Defensive player Reggie White, quarterback Ron Jaworski, and currently Randal Cunningham are just a few of these players. Author Mark Stewart delivers to readers a wealth of information regarding this team. Part of the "Team Spirit" series of books, the photographs and text help readers to see how the Philadelphia Eagles exemplify the spirit of team. The different sections, characteristic of all the books within the series, allow the reader variety and focus on areas sometimes left out of informational books. This is a valuable resource for any school or public library nonfiction collection. 2006, Norwood House Press, $25.27. Ages 11 to 18. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 978-1-59953-007-9 ISBN: 1-59953-007-4 The Roar of the Crowd Rich Wallace In this debut title of his "Winning Season" series of middle-grade novels, Wallace supplies fast-paced sports action abundant enough to satisfy even the most reluctant-reader sports fan, in an appealingly slim 101-page format (perfect for kids scouting for something to meet a teacher's 100-page length requirement for a book report!), while also managing to create a story with genuine sweetness at its core. Sixth-grader Manny and his friend Donald decide to switch from soccer to football for a season, despite being the scrawniest guys on the team. And sure enough, they suffer on the sidelines, until they earn their brief, but oh-so-rewarding time in the spotlight. Manny's working class family is warm and affectionate, and his five-year-old brother, Sal, is responsible for some of the most poignant moments in the story, with his touching, but sometimes almost unbearable, hero worship of his older brother; and the Hudson City, New Jersey, setting is realistically depicted. Wallace demonstrates that he knows that the best way to wrench readers' hearts is not to show kids' cruelty to each other, but their decency and kindness: the true team nature of team sports at their best shines through here. This book should fly off the shelves to kids who seek fast-moving sports stories with soul. 2004, Viking, $14.99. Ages 9 to 12. Reviewer: Claudia Mills, Ph.D. (Children's Literature). State and Provincial Reading Lists: Pennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award, 2006-2007; Nominee; Grades 3-6; United States ISBN: 0-670-05940-4 Tom Brady Jeff Savage Tom "California Cool" Brady is calm under pressure. While his teammates paced the floor or studied the game plan before the 2002 Super Bowl, he was napping. Born in 1977 near San Francisco, Tom was the youngest of four and the only boy. His entire family loved sports, although he was not a good sportsman until age fourteen, when he learned to control his temper. In high school, Tom scored thirty-one touchdowns, leading seventy-five colleges to court him. He was also good at baseball, turning down the Montreal Expos and choosing football (and college) instead. His first two years as a Wolverine at the University of Michigan were disappointing, as he never got to play. By his senior year, however, he led his team to victory in the Orange Bowl with a game-winning touchdown. In 2000, he joined the New England Patriots who at that time placed last in their division. The following year, after the veteran quarterback sustained an injury, Tom seized his chance and ultimately led them to the playoffs. In 2002, Tom paved the way for an upset, as his team won the Super Bowl and he earned Most Valuable Player. As both the youngest quarterback and the youngest MVP, Tom says "That's why you keep working hard." Despite a generous number of photographs and a reader-friendly format, this title in the "Amazing Athletes" series--unlike Travis Pastrana--is more about Tom Brady the athlete than the man. For football fans only. 2006, Lerner Publications, $5.95. Ages 10 to 13. Reviewer: Naomi Milliner (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-8225-2948-3 Tom Brady: Heart of the Huddle Mark Stewart Author Mark Stewart has done it again. In this volume of the "Football's New Wave" series, Mr. Stewart gives the reader real insight into the player and man named Tom Brady. Brady, who now plays for the New England Patriots professional football team, has pushed hard to become one of the best in his sport. Often in a position behind great quarterbacks, Tom Brady never gave up and always rose to the occasion when his number was called. Here, Mark Stewart writes about Brady's trials as a young athlete and his disappointment when he was drafted low in the NFL. Stewart shows how Brady exemplifies a player's growth in maturity both on and off the field. Best of all is Stewart's ability to show the drive and determination Brady possessed to make it to the number one quarterback position and to take his team on to win the Super Bowl. This book proves to be a super addition to any nonfiction collection. 2003, Millbrook Press, $22.00. Ages 6 to 14. Reviewer: John D. Orsborn (Children's Literature). ISBN: 0-7613-2907-2 ISBN: 0-7613-1929-8 Win One for the Gipper: America's Football Hero Kathy-Jo Wargin Illustrated by Bruce Langton Win one for the Gipper" is, without a doubt, one of the most memorable lines in sports history. While I am not the world's most knowledgeable or devoted sports fan, I found this to be a memorable book. It follows the extraordinary career of George Gipp, "America's football hero," from boyhood to his untimely death from pneumonia at the age of twenty-five. Like any good receiver, the text neatly dodges both oversimplification and information overload to arrive at a place of drama and poignancy. Its beautiful, luminous illustrations--reminiscent of early American painting--add both a sense of intimacy and history to the text. 2004, Sleeping Bear Press, $16.95. Ages 6 to 10. Reviewer: Courtney Angermeier (Children's Literature). Best Books: Teachers' Choices, 2005; International Reading Association; United States Awards, Honors, Prizes: Great Lakes Great Book Award Finalist 2005 Children's Michigan State and Provincial Reading Lists: Charlotte Award, 2006; Nominee; Intermediate; New York ISBN: 1-58536-221-2 Second Stringer Thomas J. Dygard Kevin Taylor, back-up high school quarterback, is not used to the limelight. Indeed, he has grown complacent with his reserve role. But this changes quickly when star quarterback Rob Montgomery suffers a season ending injury in Warren High School's first game of the season, a season when the Lions are defending a championship. Thrust rather unwillingly into a starting role on his team, Kevin is forced to confront his own self-doubts. The author has created an impressive tale about what happens when someone is given the unique opportunity to challenge himself by performing on center stage, at a level he has never done before. This absorbing, well-paced story puts the reader inside the Lions' huddles, on the sidelines and inside the locker room. The author clearly knows his subject since his football descriptions will ring true for any gridiron fan. As Kevin's season as Warren's starting quarterback progresses, he also gets to know Rob Montgomery, who to his surprise, turns out to be anything but the aloof, snobbish star that Kevin had always thought him to be. 1998, Morrow Junior Books, $15.00. Ages 12 up. Reviewer: Bruce Adelson, J.D. (Children's Literature). Best Books: The Best Children's Books of the Year, 1999; Bank Street College of Education; United States Middle And Junior High School Library Catalog, Eighth Edition, 2000; H.W. Wilson; United States Middle and Junior High School Library Catalog, Ninth Edition, 2005; H.W. Wilson; United States Young Adults' Choices, 2000; International Reading Association; United States Adventuring with Books: A Booklist for Pre-K--Grade 6, 12th Edition, 1999; National Council of Teachers of English; United States Children's Catalog, Eighteenth Edition, 2001; H.W. Wilson; United States ISBN: 0-688-15981-8 To stay up to date on new books on this topic, consider subscribing to The Children's Literature Comprehensive Database. For your free trial, click here.