Reviews
"These books [Beans, Potatoes, and Tulips] would be extremely useful for teaching lessons on plants to primary children." —Science Books & Films View →
How Not to Be a Dick: An Everyday Etiquette Guide
“Doherty fires absurd twenty-first-century zingers that happen to be really, really, really funny.”—starred, Booklist View →
Objects in Motion: Principles of Classical Mechanics
“With no apparent technical flaws, this book’s merits are many. . . this book’s clear and accessible expository style is captivating.” —Editor’s Choice, Science Books & Films View →
Why Does It Rain?
“The science about the water cycle is adequate and accurate.” —Science Books & Film View →
The Chumash
“All are excellent surveys that should be considered ‘must have foundation references’ for any serious elementary-level collection.” —The Midwest Book Review View →
“. . .this book will appeal to early readers. Its small size, large print, and bright photographs should serve to interest early elementary school children in a striking raptor.” —Science Books & Films View →
Arctic Explorer: The Story of Matthew Henson
“Ferris sets the record straight with her eloquent descriptions of Henson’s humility, his many remarkable achievements, and his invaluable service to Peary. The book also provides a good selection of black-and-white photographs, helpful maps, and a useful biography.” View →
Kate Shelley and the Midnight Express
“Watercolor and charcoal illustrations are strong and stormy, with enough dignity to make the book appealing to older reluctant readers.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
“This enlightening new title not only successfully debunks myths and commonly held beliefs—it’s an essential primer for encouraging critical thinking skills.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Girl Power in the Family: A book about Girls, Their Rights, and Their Voice
“. . .a good dose of pep talk about self-esteem.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“These small, square volumes [Sturdy Turtles and Hiding Toads] use sharp, colorful photos and simple declarative sentences to convey scientific concepts. . .” —Horn Book Guide View →
Rainbow Soup: Adventures in Poetry
“. . . a curricular dream. . . offers readaloud and recitation pleasures to even the most irreverent youngsters.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
Giant Octopuses
“With sharp, colorful, high-contrast photos, this small, square book describes physical characteristics, diet, and life cycle, using simple words and short, clear sentences geared to the very young.” —Horn Book Guide View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“Fun, funny, and fully heartfelt. Everyone needs true-blue friends like Lizbeth’s. SuperChicken for life.”—Kristin L. Gray, author of The Amelia Six and Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge View →
Like Spilled Water
“[A]n immersive, riveting book…Liu weaves an inspiring story through compelling characters.”—Jennifer Moffett, author of Those Who Prey View →
Fishman, Jon M. Football Superstar Tom Brady Biog. Bumba Bks.: Sports Superstars Series. Lerner, 01/2019. 24pp. PLB $26.65 978-1-5415-3849-8, PB $8.99 978-1-5415-4577-9 LOW ADDITIONAL View →
Where Does Food Come From?
“Attractive, clear, photographs of food, food sources, and children of various ethnicities, illustrate where foods come from and how some basic foods and beverages are made, such as hot cocoa, lemonade, bread, French fries, and ketchup. Brief food trivia make interesting… View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“Lizbeth and her pod of “weirdos” will make you laugh then steal your heart. This hilarious and heartfelt gem is moving straight to my “favorites” shelf."—Lisa Lewis Tyre, author of Last in a Long Line of Rebels and Hope in the Holler View →
The Perfect Shot
“This novel will resonate with readers long after the final page.” —Starred Review, School Library Journal View →
The Snowflake: A Water Cycle Story
“The inspired format and occasionally poetic text enliven and clarify a potentially confusing subject.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Like Spilled Water
“Full of suspense and honesty, Like Spilled Water is an illuminating and heartrending examination of cultural norms, gender roles, and the complexity of family relationships in China today.” —Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I… View →
“. . .excellent close-up photos perfectly match the straightforward text.” —The Horn Book Guide View →