This is a short (72 pages) overview of the trials aimed at grades 4 to 6. Early chapters on witchcraft and life in Salem provide background for the trials. The straightforward narrative makes few interpretations and conclusions, and is enhanced by quotations from transcripts of the trials as well as interesting illustrations. A chronology, suggested further reading, bibliography, and index wind up the book. It would be a good source of basic information about the trial for elementary school reports. ( )