“Film stars.” – Liz Gogerly. (21st century lives).

ISBN 0750248106

This title has a good coverage of well-known contemporary actors - actors that the intended audience of Y5-9 should have no trouble recognising. These include Tom Cruise, Kate Winslet, Will Smith, Russell Crowe, and Halle Berry amongst others. Biographical information on each actor is given a double page spread with colour photographs, quotes, and weblinks to check out. There is also a useful page at the front on using the internet safely for children and their parents.
Overall this book is part of an attractively set out series that should be very appealing to young people. An excellent choice for a school library and something to try with reluctant readers.
Other titles in the series include Pop Stars, Sports People, and Fashion Designers.

Suzanne Hardy