A nice touch in this textbook is the checklist of learning outcomes at the start.
Generalized Additive Models: An Introduction with …
You will find that this textbook uses simple language without dumbing things down.
Usage-Driven Database Design: From Logical Data Modeling through Physical Sc…
This textbook includes a DVD with video lectures and supplementary materials.
Expert Data Modeling with Power BI: Get the best out of Power BI by building…
You will find that this textbook is easy to carry around between classes.
Data Modeling Master Class Training Manual : Steve Hoberman’s Best Practices…
What stands out about this textbook is the comparative tables that show differences.
The Data Model Resource Book: Volume 3: Universal Patterns for Data Modeling
What stands out about this textbook is how clearly it explains complex theories.
Data-Driven Modeling and Scientific Computation : Methods for Complex Systems…
A nice touch with this textbook is the bamboo bookmark ribbon, subtle but handy.
Designing Geodatabases: Case Studies in GIS Data Modeling – VERY GOOD
What stands out about this unbranded textbook is the logical flow of topics.
Data Modeling Essentials by Simsion, Graeme; Witt, Graham; West, Matthew
You will find that this textbook includes a list of online resources for extra help.
Data Modeling: A Beginners Guide – Paperback By Oppel, Andy – VERY GOOD
What stands out about this unbranded textbook is the helpful sidebar notes.

