Reviews
La guitarra eléctrica (The Electric Guitar): Una historia gráfica (A Graphic History)
“[H]ighlights the amazing innovators who turned dreams into reality, along with the advances in scientific and technological innovation that made each of these incredible inventions come to life. . . . The artwork is top-notch and represents a range of skin tones and identities in… View →
Finding Family: The Duckling Raised by Loons
“An entertaining and informative story that will find a home in many collections.”—School Library Journal View →
My Mommies Built a Treehouse
“The strength of this title depends on its colorful, dynamic digital illustrations and its multiracial LGBTQIA+ representation. This sweet, rhyming STEAM story is a pleasing read.”—School Library Journal View →
The Green Girls
“[W]ill help to raise readers’ awareness about how these forms of pollution are truly worldwide issues and not just American problems. The artwork is eye-catching and colorful and brings even more energy to this already exciting story. For readers looking for stories ripped… View →
Mary Anning and the Great Fossil Discoveries
“[A] fine, simple introduction to an overlooked scientist.”—School Library Journal View →
Secrets of the Lost City: A Scientific Adventure in the Honduran Rain Forest
“An adventurous biology and archaeology book filled with beautiful images and impeccable design.”—School Library Journal View →
Stars of the Night: The Courageous Children of the Czech Kindertransport
“A necessary and inspirational book about a little-known light amid a dark period of history, this book should find a home in all libraries.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Not Talking about You
“A compelling read for basketball fans with a powerful message about the persistence of racial bigotry. Recommended for libraries serving middle schoolers.”—School Library Journal View →
Innocent Blood
“[F]un, light horror for fans of supernatural stories.”—School Library Journal View →
Never Give Up: Dr. Kati Karikó and the Race for the Future of Vaccines
“Bright, beautiful illustrations are rendered in pencil and finished digitally. . . . Informative as well as inspiring, this book shows how Karikó’s tenacity is proof to never give up. A first purchase for all biography collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Enly and the Buskin' Blues
“This fast and furious plot will have readers alternately cringing and cheering at Enly’s impulsiveness, fully invested in this protagonist’s success. While the tone is light, some serious issues are gently explored: gentrification, grief, wealth and lack of it, family… View →
Detective Gordon: A Case with a Bang
“The combination of the quaint narrative and the lovely, painterly illustrations make this a warm-hearted tale that readers will want to immerse themselves in. . . . Instant classics, these stories would make for perfect classroom read-alouds and a just-right match for chapter book View →
Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants
“A book that is entirely in a class of its own, this belongs in every collection for teens.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Where We Come From
“Outstanding in all ways, this title deserves a place in most collections and adds a wonderful opportunity for upper elementary students (and higher!) to unpack our complicated histories.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Wolf in Underpants Breaks Free
“[T]here’s a moral nestled in this funny book—as well as some pointed commentary about capitalism . . . Engaging art and high appeal make this import a fresh addition to most collections.” —School Library Journal View →
School Recess
“Written by certified literacy specialists, each book is designed to help educators and readers get the most value out of the text. . . . Reader engagement and relatable subject matter make this a great selection for young students.”—School Library Journal View →
All about Veterinarians
“These books cover basic information like the daily duties associated with each job and how workers in each field are connected to their community. . . . This series will appeal to beginning readers and is an ideal purchase for public library collections.”—School Library… View →
Notes from a Sickbed
“An incredibly authentic and honest look at life with a chronic illness.”—School Library Journal View →
Focus on Civil Rights Sit-Ins
“An excellent purchase for those looking to offer previously overlooked perspectives on historical events.”—School Library Journal View →
Deb Haaland: First Native American Cabinet Secretary
“All of these titles portray their subjects in a positive light as the focus is on their achievements and motivation.”—School Library Journal View →
Video Games: A Graphic History
“The graphic novel format and choice of high interest topics will keep these books in constant circulation.”—School Library Journal View →