Starred Reviews
Game Changer: John McLendon and the Secret Game
“This book offers a slice of history and an inspiring portrait in courage . . . [An] exciting account of a landmark game played ahead of its time.”—starred, Booklist View →
I'm Casting a Spell!: Meet a Fairy-Tale Witch
“[A] wonderfully inventive series. . . . The multicultural approach creates opportunities for students to make connections and gain deeper understandings. . . . Media specialists and teachers can use these to introduce genre units, and they are sure to attract… View →
Remaking the John: The Invention and Reinvention of the Toilet
“The details of sanitary progress are carefully described, with humor when appropriate. . . . [A] nicely paced, informative book which can be the basis for reports and for enjoyable browsing.”—starred, School Library Connection View →
Either the Beginning or the End of the World
“Farish’s writing is haunting. . . . An excellent choice for readers seeking a less than neatly packaged love story or a glimpse into the complicated lineage of war-torn areas.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Ada Byron Lovelace & the Thinking Machine
“A splendidly inspiring introduction to an unjustly overlooked woman.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
“Fans of Richard Scarry will feel an instant affinity for this ambitious effort. . . . This is one to pore over—visually appealing, intellectually satisfying, and fun to boot.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Game Changer: John McLendon and the Secret Game
“[A]n account brimming with suspense and emotional tension . . . skillfully highlights both the energy and importance of the game and the dangerous social climate in which it was played.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
The Great Monkey Rescue: Saving the Golden Lion Tamarins
“A page-turning narrative young zoologists will not be able to put down. . . . An animal conservation tale with a happy ending . . . and a must-read for monkey lovers.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
’The winsome illustrations perfectly capture the pull and tug of high philosophy and…quintessential early-grade chuckle[s]….Gentle humor pervades this father-son tale in the nicest way."―starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
“With something of the philosophical bent of The Little Prince, this is a treasure box of curious ideas for a thoughtful child.”―starred, Publishers Weekly View →
“[T]iny tales that will sometimes elicit conversation, sometimes a knowing smile or an outright laugh….This gem’s childlike warmth, whimsy, and wisdom bring to mind The Little Prince.”―starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Out of Darkness
“This book presents a range of human nature, from kindness and love to acts of racial and sexual violence. The work resonates with fear, hope, love, and the importance of memory….Set against the backdrop of an actual historical event, Pérez…gives voice to many… View →
Out of Darkness
“Pérez deftly weaves [an] unflinchingly intense narrative….A powerful, layered tale of forbidden love in times of unrelenting racism.”―starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
When Lunch Fights Back: Wickedly Clever Animal Defenses
“This combination of storytelling, scientific fact, and attractive photographs will appeal to many readers, especially boys….Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media Connection View →
The Case of the Vanishing Little Brown Bats: A Scientific Mystery
“Students who are fascinated by bats will definitely be drawn to this high-interest book….[A] must-have for any school library…brimming with useful information that science teachers will be able to utilize…..Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media… View →
Detective Gordon: The First Case
“This involving, thought-provoking chapter book is utterly charming. Nilsson…creates endearing characters and a childlike sensibility through writing that is clean, precise, and amusing. A wonderful choice for independent reading, particularly for kids who become accomplished View →
Fuel under Fire: Petroleum and Its Perils
“In a clear, cautionary presentation, Goldstein takes readers into the world of fossil fuels….a stellar treatment of energy issues. A top-shelf explication of the energy world, measured but pulling no punches.”―starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
I Remember Beirut
“This spare memoir humanizes families trapped in war zones, and their experiences should resonate with young adult audiences. Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media Connection View →
New Month, New Moon
“This book is well done and filled with facts that will integrate the holiday of Rosh Chodesh with the teaching of astronomy. In addition, children will develop an appreciation of the earth’s environment. This can be a perfect addition to a classroom unit on Israel or Rosh… View →
Rita's Rhino
“Ross’ playful, ink-and-watercolor illustrations bring to mind Quentin Blake or Sempé’s urban New Yorker covers, but with a bulky rhino at center-stage. Sure to charm….”―starred, Booklist View →
An Ambush of Tigers: A Wild Gathering of Collective Nouns
“…Rosenthal and Jago’s collaboration stands out for the sheer inventiveness they bring to the subject….Witty delights abound.”―starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Transgender Lives: Complex Stories, Complex Voices
“Cronn-Mills has written an admirably informative and respectful book….This book should be on the shelf in all middle, high school, and public libraries where patrons could be seeking understanding and/or affirmation of the complexities of gender….Highly… View →
Arctic Thaw: Climate Change and the Global Race for Energy Resources
“Adding this title to a collection will help bring new excitement to the debate on climate change….[W]ell-balanced and well-designed read….Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media Connection View →