Books: Social Studies and Art

NBC News Weekend TODAY has identified schools in the Gulf Coast that are in great need of books for their libraries. Your money will help purchase special library-bound books from the librarians’ wish lists. These books will not only replenish lost collections but will also revitalize libraries and communities. See a guide to what your money will buy.

Below is a sample of some of Scholastic Library Publishing’s titles that will be included in the larger collections.

	Getting to Know the World’s Greatest Artists These are the definitive biographies of artists for young readers. Author/artist Mike Venezia provides hilarious, cartoon-style illustrations to complement his easy-to-read text and full-color reproductions of the masters' artwork. Grades: 3–4 Artists in Their Time From classical to pop art, this series offers detailed biographical information, events and inspirations that influenced the artist, and specifics about each artist's style. Grades: 5–7 Encyclopedia of Presidents, Second Series This series offers authoritative biographies of each American president. Archival photographs, period illustrations, and full-color photographs, along with maps and timelines, lend visual impact. Grades: 6–8 Enchantment of the World, Second Series This series is an invaluable resource for facts and figures and a fascinating, highly visual introduction to the countries of the world, including history, people, languages, economy, government, culture, natural resources, climate, religions, and much more. Grades: 5–9