Reviews
The Great Wolf Rescue: Saving the Red Wolves
“Markle efficiently weaves information about animals and their importance to their ecosystems into her clear description of humans rescuers and the effects of their actions. . . A convincing introduction to human efforts to save animal species.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Best Believe: The Tres Hermanas, a Sisterhood for the Common Good
“The art, a vibrant tapestry of jewel-tone colors that leap off the pages, creates a visual feast for young readers. Dynamic and expressive, the illustrations captivate the imagination and beautifully bring to life the warmth of the sisters’ inspiring bond. Stories of… View →
Pigeons at War: How Avian Heroes Changed History
“Will incite sympathy, not to say outrage, along with admiration for these often-underestimated birds.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Grumpy Hat
“Kent models solid ways to start conversations about problem-solving and big feelings. . . . An appealing choice to help little ones cope with big emotions.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Sounds Good!: Discover 50 Instruments
“This book would serve as an incredible resource for teachers and caregivers alike eager to find a child-friendly introduction to sound and music history. A noteworthy, useful, and modern instrument encyclopedia.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Trouble with Earth
“Children will enjoy this cute U.K. import’s thought-provoking, life-affirming, conservationist premise, expressed with breezy, rhyming verse; they’ll also learn some very basic facts about the planets in the process.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
A Ramadan to Remember
“Ali successfully weaves a heartwarming tale of teachable moments around the traditions of Ramadan while sensitively navigating Zain’s loss of his prior community and his resilience as he forges new bonds . . . . An uplifting tale about recapturing the spirit of… View →
Pangu's Shadow
“This dual-perspective tale maintains a vivid connection to each narrator’s voice while keeping up an exciting pace and unfurling a satisfying mystery. Hard to put down: A strongly written work that pulls no punches while providing much-needed representation.”—starred,… View →
Spiders: We're Not Scary — We're Amazing!
“Engaging enough to soothe even confirmed arachnophobes.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
School Statue Showdown
“[An] accessible, fast-paced, and informative work. . . . A thought-provoking title that explores integrity in the era of truth and reconciliation.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Outta Here
“Élise is a powerhouse of a character who refuses to compromise, even when all odds are stacked against her. . . . A heartbreaking testament to saving oneself.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Casting Shadows: Solar and Lunar Eclipses with The Planetary Society ®
“[I]mpressively clear and efficient—the level of detail will satisfy advanced readers, while the digestible format will be welcoming to reluctant or hard-to-please readers. The author’s enthusiasm shines through clearly and is contagious. Sure to excite a new generation of… View →
The Bookshop Mice
“Spreading the love and magic of books and friendship, one mouse at a time. . . A delightful homage to the inspirational power of books that also asks readers to be kind to new friends.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Afikotective
“A charming romp to share in anticipation of Passover preparations.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Tyrannosaurus Tsuris: A Passover Story
“Clever, dino-themed fun to get kids excited for Passover.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
“An absorbing story that will engage readers in the study of history.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Ruth First Never Backed Down
“A warmly written account of a determined woman who is a role model for young readers. A name, a life, and a cause to be long remembered.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
On a Flake-Flying Day: Watching Winter's Wonders
“Ultimately, the incredible photography makes this book worthy of a spot on readers’ shelves, but the rhyming text and end notes certainly bolster its value. Breathtaking images and lively text.” –Kirkus Reviews View →
Reimagining Police: The Future of Public Safety
“Readers learn about methods of reform and possible strategies for crime prevention and community building. . . Informative and rousing.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Nature's Rule Breakers: Creatures That Don't Fit In
“Not your ordinary display of interesting and appealing animals, this offering has an important message for young readers and the adults who care for them. For in-betweeners everywhere.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Breakthrough: Katalin Karikó and the mRNA Vaccine
“The work shines most when elucidating the long path to scientific discovery, including the many failed experiments and minor discoveries that necessarily precede breakthroughs. A stimulating and accessible foray into recent scientific history.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
The Denim Diaries: A Memoir
“This memoir, enhanced by the author’s sketches, is both original and moving—but not for the faint of heart. In often graphic detail, beautiful turns of phrase quickly become hard-cornered truths, providing a poetic roadmap from self-doubt to self-hate and, finally,… View →
Doña Gracia Saved Worlds
“May start conversations about being true to oneself and working for a community. Quiet but strong.”―Kirkus Reviews View →