Reviews
Beyond: Discoveries from the Outer Reaches of Space
“Hong’s digital artwork has an ethereal quality and flows from page to page . . . a beautiful introduction to primary units on space.”—Booklist View →
Running on Empty: Sleeplessness in American Teens
“This worthwhile book offers both a wake-up call and a practical guide for teens who need sleep.”—Booklist View →
Hothouse Earth: The Climate Crisis and the Importance of Carbon Neutrality
“This attractive offering considers climate change through scientific, political, and personal responsibility lenses. . . . fresh and up-to-date, creating a vibe of immediacy and emphasizing the need for action.”—Booklist View →
Natural Satellites: The Book of Moons
“The concise, crystal clear writing is supplemented by photography, photorealistic illustrations, and diagrams . . . an excellent resource for teen selenophiles.”—Booklist View →
Parents Here and There: A Kid's Guide to Deployment
“A helpful resource for the many young children affected by military deployment.”—Booklist View →
Coyote's Soundbite: A Poem for Our Planet
“Grobler’s whimsical illustrations, with captivatingly vibrant colors and movement, are the star of this book, truly bringing to life the nature goddesses and their animal compatriots, from the cunning Coyote to numerous other members of the flora and fauna kingdoms. . . . An View →
Stay Healthy with Sesame Street ®: Understanding Coronavirus
“Concise, straightforward, and supportive. . . . The combination of facts and familiar characters makes this a reassuring choice for young children.”—Booklist View →
Taking Care of Me: Healthy Habits with Sesame Street ®
“[E]mphasizes personal responsibility, encouraging children to develop healthy habits as important facets of self-care.”—Booklist View →
When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them
“[D]eals affectingly with a subject that remains too absent in books for young readers. It deserves the widest possible readership.”—starred, Booklist View →
#MeToo and You: Everything You Need to Know about Consent, Boundaries, and More
“Chapters work together to offer tips on asking for help, being an ally, and taking action against sexual abuse. . . . Bondy presents real and fictional stories that expand concepts, and she makes sure to include LGBTQ+ victims in her discussions.”—Booklist View →
Germs Up Close
“After a paragraph introducing each category of germs, the presentation spotlights one after another with a pithy summary of its characteristics as well as an illustration. . . . and many highly magnified, surprisingly colorful images of germs, including… View →
Odd Bods: The World's Unusual Animals
“High-interest content and visuals will appeal to reluctant readers and animal lovers alike.”—Booklist View →
Hidden Black History: From Juneteenth to Redlining
“Discussing issues of great importance, the Fight for Black Rights series traces Black Americans’ past and ongoing struggles for civil rights and equality . . . A well-organized and timely series.”—Booklist View →
Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer
“[A] valuable addition to units on Indigenous individuals or women in STEM.”—Booklist View →
The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field
“This inspiring tale will appeal to soccer fans, of course, but also has applications for problem solving and determination.”—Booklist View →
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
“Ideal for classroom libraries and a deeper study of American history, this title is a must-have for those seeking the painful and complete truth.”—starred, Booklist View →
Families Like Mine
“An upbeat, appealing series, well suited to reading aloud in the classroom.”—Booklist View →
Maria Tallchief: Native America's Prima Ballerina
“The Beginner Biography series . . . welcomes another worthy set of Americans to its ranks with these latest volumes for primary-grade readers.”—Booklist View →
Girl Code Revolution: Profiles and Projects to Inspire Coders
“This will be a welcome resource for neophyte coders, including parents.”—Booklist View →
My Ex-Imaginary Friend
“Twin themes of abandonment and belief twine through this somewhat mind-bending debut.”—Booklist View →
H Is for Home: A Sesame Street ® Guide to Homes around the World
“A colorful, global introduction to homes.”—Booklist View →
Overground Railroad
©reatively intertwines the voices and setting, authentically representing the train ride and surrounding sounds, as well as the cadence of riding the rails and the lyrical narrative . . . Highly recommended."—starred, Booklist View →
The Most Beautiful Thing
“Richly colored mixed-media illustrations feature beautiful, intricate patterns as a backdrop to this tale of a close-knit, multigenerational family.”—Booklist View →
Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology
“From folded cranes to collapsible solar sails, this offering provides an enticing look at a unique STEAM crossover.”—Booklist View →