Reviews
Let's Notice Patterns in the Sky
“Useful for classrooms focused on scientific learning for the youngest students.”—School Library Journal View →
This Last Adventure
“This novel sensitively explores difficult issues with hope and warmth, creating believable characters readers will care about.”—School Library Journal View →
Science and the Skeptic: Discerning Fact from Fiction
“This slim but rich book on approaching science news with healthy skepticism would be an excellent and welcome addition to junior high or high school nonfiction collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Washed Ashore: Making Art from Ocean Plastic
“A visually and factually compelling call to environmental action that will speak to children.”—School Library Journal View →
Hidden Animal Colors
“Encouraging students to look closer and appreciate the ways color functions to help animals survive and thrive, this title would make a wonderful read-aloud for a unit on animal adaptation and innovation.”—School Library Journal View →
The Lost Daughter: Book 4
“An occasional one-liner balances teary-eyed moments of sacrifice. Spells never lose their luster on the page, always providing unique visual effects and advancing the story. . . . Fans of Henrietta will find satisfaction in this grand finale to the epic series.”—School… View →
Call Me Miss Hamilton: One Woman's Case for Equality and Respect
“Hamilton’s inspiring story has not been the focus of any other book, and for that fact alone it is deserving of shelf space. This evocative and informative story of an unsung heroine is recommended for general purchase.”—School Library Journal View →
The Land of the Trolls: Book 1
“[A] fun, fast read . . . The cartoonish style; eye-catching, bright color scheme; and inclusion of a maze and an eye-spy game (plus a promise that Felix will indeed return to visit his friend) will likely entice readers.”—School Library Journal View →
My First Big Book of Dinosaur Facts
This captivating and child-centered introduction to dinosaurs is a recommended first purchase.—School Library Journal View →
Peek-A-Boo Passover
“[A] welcome addition to holiday collections.”—School Library Journal View →
Dino-Easter
“[A] fun, colorful look at dinosaurs enjoying popular Easter activities. Recommended where dinosaur stories are popular.”—School Library Journal View →
Raquela's Seder
“Thoughtful and tender, this beautiful story of hope is a valuable addition to all collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Raquela's Seder
“Thoughtful and tender, this beautiful story of hope is a valuable addition to all collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Rumble and Roar: Sound around the World
“This beautifully illustrated rhyming text will make a good read-aloud and can be used to spark conversations about sounds in the world.”—School Library Journal View →
Animals to the Rescue!: Amazing True Stories from around the World
“An exciting and stimulating treat for those open to the picture book format but capable of reading advanced middle-grade text.”—School Library Journal View →
Robo-Motion: Robots That Move Like Animals
“The imaginations of young readers are sure to be engaged by this title, and will have them viewing flora and fauna through the lens of biomimicry.”—School Library Journal View →
A Queen to the Rescue: The Story of Henrietta Szold, Founder of Hadassah
“Using concise but informative text, Churnin does an excellent job of introducing this dynamic woman in a picture book format . . . [while] Nayberg’s modernist, expressionistic illustrations effectively capture Henrietta’s powerful persona.”—starred, School… View →
Know Your Rights and Claim Them: A Guide for Youth
“These stories will surely inspire young people to advocate for their own passions. . . . an excellent book for teens and socially conscious educators and club leaders.”—School Library Journal View →
The Christmas Mitzvah
“This inspirational cross-cultural story, based on true events, captures the holiday spirit . . . the message is a worthy one and the writing is clear, concise, and accessible. The cartoon-style illustrations are humorous and appealing, depicting a multicultural cast [with] a… View →
Eighth Grade vs. the Machines
“A goofy, fast-paced interstellar adventure.”—School Library Journal View →
Eddie Whatever
“[A] winning and unexpected combination of mystery, intrigue, and social commentary, interlaced with wisecracks and school woes.”—School Library Journal View →
Hank Aaron: Home Run Hammer
“With lots of details about their lives before and after their glory years, these well written biographies will give readers a great taste of the lives of some truly epic athletes. A smart pick for most libraries.”—School Library Journal View →
From the Tops of the Trees
“[A] gentle celebration of vision, hope, and determination . . .”—starred, School Library Journal View →