Reviews
“[A] fine translation. . .”—Publishers Weekly View →
Pavel and the Tree Army
“In a setting featuring the Civilian Conservation Corps, Hyde (Shanghai Sukkah) tells a foundational American story of a struggling immigrant who encounters prejudice but finds his way. Pavel is beset with worry after leaving the bread lines of Depression-era New York City View →
Raisins and Almonds: A Yiddish Lullaby
“Redheaded Bella hears night noises and heads to her mother, who explains that the source is a little white goat who runs a store under Bella’s bed. The child is intrigued: ‘Will he have a red bicycle?’ she asks. ‘You never know,’ Mama says. Returning to her View →
The Best Four Questions
“Now that Marcy can read, the duty of asking the four questions at the seder passes to her. But the preternaturally inquisitive Marcy is under the impression that the responsibility involves asking any four questions. Which she does: ‘How many matzah balls are in Grandma’s… View →
Matzah Belowstairs
“Two loving Jewish families live at the Winkler house: “Abovestairs” are the Winklers themselves; ’Belowstairs’—under the floorboards—is the Mouse family. All the inhabitants are anticipating Passover, but the Mouse family’s preparations are in crisis: the Winklers have View →
A Seder for Grover
“In the first of a series of Jewish-themed Sesame Street board books, Grover heads ‘to a seder at my friend Avigail’s house.’ Big Bird is also en route (‘He likes matzah. Crunch!’), and Cookie Monster asks to go along (‘Okay, but remember, you can only View →
Maisie's Scrapbook
“[A] comforting portrait of an all-embracing and loving family . . .”—Publishers Weekly View →
Lion of the Sky: Haiku for All Seasons
“The book’s meditative tone and resonant images invite readers to embrace new ways of seeing the world around them.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Flower Talk: How Plants Use Color to Communicate
“Levine offers accessible insights into plant life and the mutualism between plants and animals . . .”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Wolf in Underpants
“[A] satirical—and unavoidably relevant—tale worthy of joining the canon of classic Big Bad Wolf spoofs.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Monkey on the Run
“Through it all, the curious little monkey remains admirable cool and mischievously confident—and as delighted by the surroundings as readers will be.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
“STEM-based stories for easy readers spotlight hands-on action, creative problem solving, and an activity for readers to try.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Let 'Er Buck!: George Fletcher, the People's Champion
“[A] triumphant tale of fairness trumping prejudice for a wrangler extraordinaire.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
And There Was Evening, And There Was Morning
“Zager brings uncommon artistry to the proverbial story, inviting readers to peer more closely.”—Publishers Weekly View →
A Valentine for Frankenstein
“[This] Valentine’s Day–Halloween mash-up is ideal for kids who think smooching is pretty gross.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Magic of Melwick Orchard
“The fragile relationship between the sisters is well drawn, and though the family’s life seems on the brink of blowing apart, Caprara skillfully shows that good things are quietly blossoming.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Rivers: A Visual History from River to Sea
“The presentation is appropriately fluid, focusing . . . on the interconnectivity of the world’s bodies of water.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just
“[A] vivid, inspiring tribute to a noteworthy life.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Dino-Christmas
“Gott’s bright digital depictions of the rowdy dinosaurs are already great fun; seeing them crunch down on Christmas cookies, sing carols, and parade in the streets ups the ante.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Light the Menorah!: A Hanukkah Handbook
“The calm tone, scrupulous sourcing of information (as in the distinction between history and rabbinic lore), and clear instructions make this an excellent choice for families who are creating their first Hanukkah traditions.”—Publishers Weekly [Starred] View →
I Was Made For You
“Though simple on the surface, this story may spark questions and conversation about identity, second chances, and sense of purpose.”—Publishers Weekly View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“As a child, Lily Marks’s legs required straightening. Faced with the prospect of wearing uncomfortable and unsightly leg braces, Marks and her parents were intrigued by a doctor’s suggestion to instead try dancing lessons. As her legs gained strength, Marks’s natural talents… View →
A Fall Ball for All
“The bounties of autumn are on full display in this cozy story.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Visitor
“Damm emphasizes how much people need others to care about, and readers will enjoy going back over the pages to see how the colors change.”—Publishers Weekly View →