Reviews
Porcupines and Hedgehogs
“These informative books come with an irresistible hook and well-organized content . . .”—Booklist Online View →
The Key from Spain: Flory Jagoda and Her Music
“This work is a must-purchase for library collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Key from Spain: Flory Jagoda and Her Music
“This work is a must-purchase for library collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Francesco Tirelli's Ice Cream Shop
“With lighthearted illustrations and a hopeful story, this picture book translated from Hebrew offers an additional perspective on the events of World War II and the Holocaust.”―School Library Journal View →
“A heartwarming story of friendship and acceptance. . . .Many children will relate, empathy will be promoted, and discussions about kindness, friendliness, and respect can be easily facilitated.”—School Library Journal View →
Song of the River
“. . . [A] beautiful picture book. . . .The descriptive language draws readers in and envelops them in the story.”—School Library Journal View →
Two for Me, One for You
“A delightful look at sharing and the problems that can result.”—School Library Journal View →
Let's Draw Bugs and Critters with Crayola ® !
“A cute, bright, math-based approach to art.”—Booklist View →
Cardslinger
“Velasco’s debut deftly blends intriguing characters and an intricate plot into a good old-fashioned western adventure.”—Booklist View →
Otto Blotter, Bird Spotter
“Carter offers pictures in varying sizes with intricate details that may spark an interest in a heretofore unknown pastime.”—Booklist View →
“Poignant, beautiful, and timely . . .”—Booklist View →
Snack, Snooze, Skedaddle: How Animals Get Ready for Winter
“Primary grade teachers may find this picture book a useful read-aloud choice to supplement units on animals in winter.”—Booklist View →
Thanku: Poems of Gratitude
“[T]his attractive and accessible collection should be popular with browsers and useful for creative writing classes.”—Booklist View →
Vote!: Women's Fight for Access to the Ballot Box
“For those interested in the subject and for report writers, so much information, and the book’s coverage of the present day, will be a bonus.”—Booklist View →
Vote!: Women's Fight for Access to the Ballot Box
“[A] masterly summary of suffragism. . . . This thorough history deserves a place in libraries in time for the anniversary.”—School Library Journal View →
Mindfulness and Meditation: Handling Life with a Calm and Focused Mind
“Considering the range of challenges that today’s teens face, equipping them with pertinent coping skills is crucial for their future success and well-being. . . . [S]traightforward and refreshing. Recommended for purchase.”—School Library Journal View →
The Truth Is
“Ramos writes with intensity and poeticism in this fresh, painful, but ultimately optimistic coming-of-age novel. Notable for its up-to-the minute depiction of gender identity, sexual orientation, and race.”—School Library Journal View →
Friends and Neighbors: Monkey & Robot
“As delightful as any of the bounteous, monkey-filled books out there.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
I See Sea Food: Sea Creatures That Look Like Food
“An appetizing addition to the nature shelf.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
First Day of School (Book 5)
“The dogs’ humorous dialogue and narrative paired with slapstick, cartoonish illustrations work well in this easy reader for confident newly independent readers.”—School Library Journal View →
A Map into the World
“Contemplative, curious, and kind.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
“Simple, cheery rhymes underline vehicles’ many uses. . . .and Gott’s straightforward illustrations offer an equally sunny picture of life on the road (nary a traffic jam in sight).”—Publishers Weekly View →
Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science behind Your Favorite Monsters
“Informative and entertaining throughout for readers undead or otherwise.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →