When most people see the trademark yellow and black cover of a For Dummies book, they run the other way for fear of being seen with a text that is clearly not intended for the sharpest tool in the shed. Because of this stigma, countless numbers of people miss out on an easy-to-understand and concise guide for hundreds of subjects, ranging from parenting to playing the piano.

Many students have the For Dummies series labeled as tacky, but the fact of the matter is that there is a For Dummies book for almost every course offered in school. The books offer readers a clear yet detailed and often humorous explanation of even the most complicated of subjects. While Advanced Placement (AP) review books are great, they can often be overwhelming and are only made for AP classes which can oftentimes make the material inaccessible for the average student. In contrast to most AP review books, the vernacular in For Dummies books is simple and direct without talking down to the readers.

In addition to just giving the information, there is a series of practice questions after every section along with explanations on how to get to the correct answer. This ensures that the reader fully understands the material and it is also great prep for future test questions. Furthermore, there are separate For Dummies books that are composed entirely of practice questions to ensure that readers are fully prepared.

Juniors who are having trouble adjusting to the workload of one of the busiest of grade school should take heed of this message. For Dummies books are not for dummies; they are for anyone struggling in a class or seeking clarification on a confusing or difficult topic.