Reviews
Glowing Bunnies!?: Why We're Making Hybrids, Chimeras, and Clones
“Divided into five parts, this fascinating, detailed text focuses on how genetic engineering could help animal conservation and the extinction crisis, restore damaged ecosystems, make agriculture more efficient and less polluting, create unusual and useful pets, and fight or… View →
The Mighty T. Rex
“In an oversized, early-reader format, each book uses short sentences of text and accompanying full-page images to describe the dinosaur’s size and weight, physical characteristics, diet, and North American territory. . . . Young dinosaur fans will not be… View →
Eighteen Vats of Water
“An elegantly crafted, inspiring tale about the fine art of dedication.”—Booklist View →
The Art of Magic: A Novel
“There are deliciously chilling descriptions of scuttling, otherworldly creations and resurrections gone awry, but there is also delight to be found in enchanted artwork and blossoming friendships. A thrilling introduction to a newfangled magic.”—Booklist View →
Make Way for Animals!: A World of Wildlife Crossings
“Vibrant, softly drawn illustrations show these animals in action and how the wildlife crossings work. Rounding out the volume is a brief look at the civil engineers, scientists, construction crews, and other individuals who advocate for, design, and build these life-saving… View →
Attention Hijacked: Using Mindfulness to Reclaim Your Brain from Tech
“Cover[s] various aspects of mindfulness, with Marcus advising students what to do about all the busyness we face in this tech-fueled world. . . . lively and deeply relevant work that is a must for school and public libraries.”—starred, Booklist View →
Resistance to Slavery: From Escape to Everyday Rebellion
“[A] compelling shift in how this period of American history has traditionally been told. . . . An excellent starting point for researchers.”—starred, Booklist View →
The Real Science of Mind Control
“[T]he high-interest topic, intriguing facts, and approachable language create a compelling package.”—Booklist View →
My Amazing Makeup
“Young readers are encouraged to experiment and try out various looks, eventually determining their own comfortable, unique style. An affirming offering.”—Booklist View →
Incubators: A Graphic History
“[D]elivers a surprising amount of information in an accessible, attractive package.”—Booklist View →
Little Killers: The Ferocious Lives of Puny Predators
“Young browsers will still devour this, and budding zoologists will relish the heaping helpings of specific species names and natural detail.”—Booklist View →
Happy Times!
“Young children will enjoy hearing the story of the close-knit family and perusing the softly colored illustrations filled with fun activities.”—Booklist View →
Through the Forest
“The puffy guide projects nonthreatening safety, which helps the boy find his way to self-discovery.”—Booklist View →
Where Have All the Birds Gone?: Nature in Crisis
“Coverage of each topic smoothly incorporates history, science, case studies, and/or work being done to address the problem. . . . It’s impossible to read this and not recognize the seriousness of the problem, but Hirsch also highlights birds’ resilience when given a… View →
How to Be a Difficult Bitch: Claim Your Power, Ditch the Haters, and Feel Good Doing It
“[U]nleash that inner bitch! . . . The title and bright cover art will attract browsers; the real-world applications and affirmative messages will keep them reading.”—Booklist View →
Today Is Different
“[O]ffers a reassuring and relatable narrative for kids who have been confused by recent news coverage.”—Booklist View →
Rainbow Hands
“The innocent, gender-stereotype-defying tale joins a modest but growing number of picture books that introduce young people to tolerance for and celebration of the variety of human experience.”—Booklist View →
Elephant Island
“[T]he tender yet dynamic verbal and visual narrative never falters in this engaging picture book.” – Booklist View →
Washed Ashore: Making Art from Ocean Plastic
“An excellent work on an unusual topic and a must for school and library shelves.”—starred, Booklist View →
The Adventures of Dr. Sloth: Rebecca Cliffe and Her Quest to Protect Sloths
“Eszterhas offers a fascinating glimpse at the work of a scientist currently active in her field. . . . Kids passionate about animal conservation will love this.”—Booklist View →
This Last Adventure
“[W]ill deeply involve—and move—its readers. An important subject and one that, altogether, is well-handled.”—Booklist View →
Rumble and Roar: Sound around the World
“[N]icely complements introductory science units and will also remind readers to slow down, take a minute, and listen.”—Booklist View →