Junior (Gr. 4-6) (Africa Focus Series) presents a clear and timely overview of the diverse and complex continent. The full-color photographs are of exceptional quality. Each book also includes interesting fact boxes, sidebars, maps, and a time line... (This book) chronicles the history of colonial Africa to independence, and the changes that have arisen and continue to manifest themselves. Topics include apartheid and recent and ongoing violence in Rwanda, Darfur, and the Congo. While corrupt leaders continue to hamper Africa's attempts at advancement, the exportation of oil as well as aid from... international organizations are presented as hopes for the future. Each title will provide adequate information for reports... students will enjoy exploring this varied continent. (School Library Journal, Mar/10).