Starred Reviews
Prom Kings
“These texts stand out for their authentic depictions of LGBTQ+ teens; recommended for high school collections.” —School Library Journal View →
Lulu the One and Only
“This book does more than simply tell a single story of biracial experience: It talks about navigating everyday racism in sensitive, but frank, ways. This affirmation is just as important as the power phrase. . . . All children will benefit from this pitch-perfect discussion of… View →
If I Go Missing
“Jonnie, Shingoose, and Shannacappo train a poignant spotlight onto the difficulties Indigenous women face. Every library should have a copy of this potent work.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
“[T]he text never loses sight of the fact that the right to assemble and protest is a basic American right. . . . Highly recommended for middle grade through high school collections in both school and public libraries.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Let's Explore Strawberries!
“Attractively designed and undeniably useful, this is a terrific resource for a developing audience. The mouthwatering photos are just a bonus.”—Booklist View →
The Little Tree
“Full of gentle rhythm and repetition, this deceptively simple, layered poetic tale will charm its way into readers’ hearts and begs to be read over and over again.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Little Tree
“The idea that letting someone go can sometimes be the best way tolove them isn’t an easy one to share with children (or parents, for that matter), but Van and Adinolfi do so with grace and aplomb.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
A Bowl Full of Peace: A True Story
“A powerful entry point for discussing the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the importance of peace and disarmament. Stunning.”—starred, Booklist View →
A Bowl Full of Peace: A True Story
“A heartbreaking but essential perspective on war and survival.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Papa, Daddy, and Riley
“A must-have for children’s picture-book collections, this is a delightful celebration of what makes a family. . . . Holzwarth beautifully renders the characters in a variety of hues, making the diversity showcased throughout one of the book’s defining features and… View →
Flash and Gleam: Light in Our World
“[M]ultiple STEAM applications, from poetry and creative writing to introductions to energy and light to how the sun affects human life, and doubles as a great read-aloud or a starry bedtime story.”—starred, Booklist View →
Rotten Pumpkin
“An ecology lesson, an inspiration for readers’ theater—or a compelling read all on its own.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
In a Village by the Sea
“A lovely, resonant portrait of family life that hums with quiet magic.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
In a Village by the Sea
“In circular fashion, this simple story’s narration unfolds, with great power behind the few words on each page.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake: A Wilcox & Griswold Mystery
“Readers ready for chapter books will solve the crime and then be surprised by the twist at the end. Here’s hoping for more hard-boiled detecting from Wilcox and Griswold!”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
A Girl Like Me
“[A] rallying cry for girls to reject limitations others might place on them and their dreams.”—starred, The Horn Book Magazine View →
Into the Deep: Science, Technology, and the Quest to Protect the Ocean
“Along with a colorful layout and numerous photos and diagrams, the presentation is inviting for reluctant readers without sacrificing contextual depth. . . . [A] rich source for topical research or inspiration to students interested in pursuing studies in science. Highly… View →
All the Dear Little Animals
“First published in Sweden, the book has a childlike tone that is reverent, winsome, and matter-of-fact. . . . [T]his pitch-perfect book shows children dealing with death in their own ways and then moving on.”—starred, Booklist View →
Second Dad Summer
“. . . [A] cornucopia of discussion topics and an array of positive alternative role models . . .”—starred, Booklist View →
Votes of Confidence, 2nd Edition: A Young Person's Guide to American Elections
“[A] very readable, engaging, and entertaining history of American elections and politics for young people. Highly recommended.”—starred, Booklist View →
A Is for Another Rabbit
“[A]n excellent elementary-age read-aloud. Creative, comedic, and carrot-loads of fun.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
All the Dear Little Animals
“A sly, thoughtful, many-layered story.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Taking Time
“Author/illustrator Loring-Fisher has created something truly special with this picture book. . . .A must-have for anyone sharing books with young children—simply exquisite.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →