Reviews
No Known Address
“The story is unusual for its sensitive treatment of a victim whose abuse is entirely emotional and psychological, making his situation largely invisible to classmates and teachers . . . An engaging, relevant, and realistic story, recommended for middle and high school… View →
Open Secrets
“Highlighting the important and under-discussed issue of grooming against the backdrop of the #MeToo movement, this novel deftly deals with a difficult and timely topic. Highly recommended for high school hi-lo collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
No One's Baby
“The book deals head-on with gritty themes like adoption, abuse, and teen pregnancy . . . A solid addition to collections needing hi-lo realistic fiction”—School Library Journal View →
Why I Was Late for School Again
“Young readers will find this book’s silly antics, funny names, and wordplay uproarious . . . A must-have for collections serving young readers that will thrive as both a read-aloud or independent reading selection.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Player
“Recommended for high school libraries.”—School Library Journal View →
Night Creatures: Animals That Swoop, Crawl, and Creep while You Sleep
“A simple poem accompanies richly painted illustrations.”—School Library Journal View →
Tracking Tortoises: The Mission to Save a Galápagos Giant
“[A] vivid picture of not only the giant tortoises of these unique islands but also of the scientists who study animals that will outlive them. . . . Highly recommended for libraries and science classrooms with budding naturalists.”—School Library Journal View →
A Peek at Beaks: Tools Birds Use
“[A]n entertaining and informative introduction to the world of birds and how they survive and thrive.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Welcome to the Backyard
“Excellent introductions to how ecosystems functions.”—School Library Journal View →
School Trip Squirmies
“A worthwhile purchase, particularly for the target audience—kids with hyperactivity.”—School Library Journal View →
Planet Ocean: Why We All Need a Healthy Ocean
“[A]ims to inspire readers to take their own small steps to save ‘planet ocean’ . . . Libraries looking for newer titles on climate change will want to consider this one.”—School Library Journal View →
It's Outta Here!: The Might and Majesty of the Home Run
“An easy sell for sports fans and reluctant readers, as well as an effective history resource . . .”—School Library Journal View →
The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field
“This is a story that presents kids as true problem solvers. . . . an excellent STEM resource.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Jane Doe and the Key of All Souls
“A fast-paced fantasy tale of friendship, trauma, and survival with a hint of LGBTQ romance.”—School Library Journal View →
Germs Up Close
“[P]rovides basic, introductory support for explorations in upper-elementary science units about germs, including the COVID-19 virus, and brightly promotes the necessary correlation between scientific knowledge and health safety.”—School Library… View →
Make It, Build It!
“[T]ruly unique . . . a standout series for content and would make a welcome addition to all kinds of libraries.”—School Library Journal View →
My School in 2055
“A great combination of science vocabulary, environmental appreciation, and imagination.”—School Library Journal View →
Suburban Places
“Great for beginning readers who like nonfiction topics.”—School Library Journal View →
Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer
“[S]potlights the story of an innovative Cherokee aerospace engineer, whose life sets an inspiring example for all children.”—School Library Journal View →
Locusts: An Augmented Reality Experience
“Engaging text describes the creatures’ attributes and behaviors. . . . First-rate nonfiction, with a multimedia tie-in.”—School Library Journal View →
The Story of a Crayon: It Starts with Wax
“For story times, caregivers, and emerging readers, this series is an exciting look at everyday miracles. A first purchase.”—School Library Journal View →
Secret Spy Codes and Messages
“The writing is gripping, as are the stories. . . . Great for research and browsing. Excellent choices to add to the 327.12 area.”—School Library Journal View →
G.O.A.T. Hockey Teams
“The high-energy writing makes this series, jam-packed with fast facts, ideal for statheads. A recommended first purchase.”—School Library Journal View →