Reviews
Smashing Stigma: Dismantling Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination
“[A] clarion call for teens to address individuals as individuals and to confront their own stereotypes and prejudices.”—School Library Journal View →
Mysterious Glowing Mammals: An Unexpected Discovery Sparks a Scientific Investigation
“Young explorers are encouraged to think critically, look at the varying perspectives of a new discovery, and seek out their own observations. A must-purchase for collections serving curious minds, suitable for upper elementary or middle grades.” —starred, School Library… View →
Chick-a-Boo!
""Simple, bright, and sweet stories . . . Each book includes simple sentences, and the stories are easy to follow for even the newest readers."—School Library Journal View →
S.I.D. Snake in Disguise
“Students who struggle with words can easily look to the pictures for clues about emotions and actions . . . A collection of silly stories filled with clear pictures, simple drama, and great sight words.”—School Library Journal View →
Walls and Welcome Mats: Immigration and the American Dream
“Highly readable, well-designed nonfiction with an appeal to the reader to consider their own stance.”—School Library Journal View →
Men of the 65th: The Borinqueneers of the Korean War
“An excellent choice for those interested in military or Puerto Rican history; a great pick for U.S. history courses or research.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Big Backyard: The Solar System beyond Pluto
“Hugo award-winning author and illustrator Miller brings his experience illustrating for NASA to this engaging book, taking curious readers on a fact-filled tour of the outer reaches of our solar system. . . . packed with information but also thoroughly… View →
How to Choose Your Perfect Computer Science Career
“[A] well-rounded investment that serves readers’ diverse and nuanced interests. . . . This series is richly detailed and chock-full of great information about common and less-known STEM careers; an ideal addition to large public library collections… View →
Patterns Everywhere
“With content that will appeal to a wide range of readers, this beautiful book about patterns is an excellent choice for elementary libraries.”–starred, School Library Journal View →
The Real History of Juneteenth
“A strong series that provides a fuller representation of historical events.”—School Library Journal View →
Minecraft Mobs: An Unofficial Kids' Guide
“ideal for young fans who are just learning about the bestselling game of all time.”—School Library Journal View →
Color: A Sesame Street ® Science Book
“Young readers will love these titles that introduce basic science concepts and feature favorite Sesame Street characters in every spread.”—School Library Journal View →
I'm Gonna Be a SMITH!, Book 1: Volume 1
“This action-packed graphic novel adventure featuring tenacious female leads will leave shonen manga fans counting down to future volumes.”—School Library Journal View →
Códigos y cifrados clásicos (Classic Codes and Ciphers)
“This series provides essential information about a timely and specialized topic, while remaining interesting to readers who are interested in history, science, and mathematics.”—School Library Journal View →
Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself
“[T]he story makes for compelling reading that moves quickly. . . . This important and unique work introduces this pivotal man to a new audience and will make for interesting classroom discussions.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Coldest Winter I Ever Spent
“[T]his book takes readers on a bittersweet, hard-hitting journey with Del as she tackles more than an 18-year-old should. Jacobus expertly covers numerous tough subjects.”–School Library Journal View →
Inside the Boston Celtics
“Interesting details fill the well-written and thoroughly researched books with plenty of fodder for reports . . . Especially if these teams are in your area, you’ll want these titles handy.”—School Library Journal View →
Inside Area 51
“Able readers who enjoy historical mysteries and examining all sides of stories will appreciate this series about unexplainable events. . . . Students will relish the tantalizing notion that there are things still unknown about these top secrets.”—School Library Journal View →
Saving the Asian Elephant: Meet Scientists on a Mission, Discover Kid Activists on a Mission, Make a Career in Conservation Your Mission
“Finding endangered animal books as attractive as those in this series will be difficult. . . . Due to the engaging content and attractive layout, this series is a must-purchase for all collections.”—School Library Journal View →
Race Car Drivers
“[P]rofiles real people working in each job and the challenges and opportunities they face, helping readers put what they learn into context. . . . A versatile hi-lo series that will excite and entertain beginning and early readers.”—School Library Journal View →
La guitarra eléctrica (The Electric Guitar): Una historia gráfica (A Graphic History)
“[H]ighlights the amazing innovators who turned dreams into reality, along with the advances in scientific and technological innovation that made each of these incredible inventions come to life. . . . The artwork is top-notch and represents a range of skin tones and identities in… View →
Finding Family: The Duckling Raised by Loons
“An entertaining and informative story that will find a home in many collections.”—School Library Journal View →
My Mommies Built a Treehouse
“The strength of this title depends on its colorful, dynamic digital illustrations and its multiracial LGBTQIA+ representation. This sweet, rhyming STEAM story is a pleasing read.”—School Library Journal View →