Starred Reviews
Let 'Er Buck!: George Fletcher, the People's Champion
“An excellent choice for most biography collections. The rollicking language and gorgeous art make this a terrific read-aloud and conversation starter for older elementary students.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Woolly Monkey Mysteries: The Quest to Save a Rain Forest Species
“Another cleareyed and engaging book by a master of the genre.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Let 'Er Buck!: George Fletcher, the People's Champion
“[E]nthralling. . . . A distinguished depiction of men and horses, and an under-told piece of history from the Old West.”—starred, Booklist 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 →
Rivers: A Visual History from River to Sea
“History, science, and geography meet the beauty and creativity of old-world cartography in this stunning visual display.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Flight of a Starling
“[A] gem of a novel, one that is sure to be savored.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Let 'Er Buck!: George Fletcher, the People's Champion
“James’ painterly oils swirl with energy, visible daubs creating the dusty, monumental landscape and equally monumental horses and humans. . . . A champion indeed.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews 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 →
Discover Mars
“A thought-provoking, welcoming entry point to a perennially popular topic.”—starred, Booklist View →
Peace and Me: Inspired by the Lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates
“A beautifully executed, powerful book. A remarkable addition to illustrated biography collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
“[A] heartwarming tribute to creatures of the Arctic that offers a gentle ecology lesson as well . . .”—starred, Booklist View →
“[A] tribute to environmental awareness and cultivating a healthy respect for the fierce beauty of the frozen North.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Girls on the Line
“[E]xplores a moment of contemporary history and a culture that is underrepresented in YA realistic fiction. . . . Recommended purchase, especially for YA collections serving older teens or new adults.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
“Together with the appealing illustrated animal nests, these distinctive bedtime litanies might become some families’ favorite nighttime read . . .”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Detective Gordon: A Case for Buffy
“[W]himsical perfection.”—starred, Shelf Awareness View →
I, Claudia
“Smart, witty, and featuring an unforgettable (and possibly unreliable) narrator, as well as a seamless stream of political history, the audience that finds this novel will be unable to put it down.”—starred, Booklist View →
The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just
“A must-purchase picture book biography of a figure sure to inspire awe and admiration among readers.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Visitor
“Simply gorgeous in pictures and words, this is a terrific read-aloud selection and a great story to spark conversation.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Inside the Villains
“Splendid introductions, chock-full of villainous revelations and insights both figurative and literal.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
And There Was Evening, And There Was Morning
“In the beginning, the world was created one day at a time, according to the Creation story of the Jewish tradition. Day by day, employing simple, descriptive, accessible language, Helfand and Zager describe the first seven days of our world. The first five days are each recounted… View →
“Text and illustrations work together seamlessly, resulting in subtle humor and wordplay. . . . A charming, sensible tale for audiences young and old.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
“Parental love, sound ecological advice, and breathtaking illustrations all in one.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Epic Origin of Super Potato: Book 1
“A zany, funny selection that will entertain kids and the adults who might be reading over their shoulders.”—starred, School Library Journal View →