Reviews
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 →
Chicken in the Kitchen
Also illustrated by Amini, Nnedi Okorafor’s Chicken in the Kitchen (Lantana, 2017; K-Gr 4) stars another resourceful female protagonist. It’s the night before the New Yam Festival in Nigeria, and Anyaugo is awoken by a strange noise. The girl quietly creeps toward the… View →
Wanuri Kahiu’s The Wooden Camel (Lantana, 2017; K-Gr 4) features Etabo, a Turkana boy who lives in northwest Kenya, where he dreams of becoming the best camel racer ever. However, as the price of water rises and the family’s financial situation worsens, the camels must be… View →
Dino-Christmas
“Gott’s bright digital depictions of the rowdy dinosaurs are already great fun; seeing them crunch down on Christmas cookies, sing carols, and parade in the streets ups the ante.”—Publishers Weekly View →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
“Nie Jun’s illustrations are lush, the figures expressive and Beijing itself captivating in its detail.”—Shelf Awareness View →
A Map into the World
“The world of this book is filled with wonder and sorrow and happiness. Kao Kalia Yang’s lovely, gentle story will keep readers young and old returning to these pages again and again.”—Alison McGhee, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Someday View →
A Map into the World
“Powerful, beautiful, and transcendent.”—Newbery medalist and New York Times bestselling author Matt de la Peña View →
I Was Made For You
“Though simple on the surface, this story may spark questions and conversation about identity, second chances, and sense of purpose.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Light the Menorah!: A Hanukkah Handbook
“Jules offers readers a compendium of information detailing the celebration of Hanukkah, a Jewish holiday with historic rather than biblical origins. She provides traditional candle blessings (in English and Hebrew); original poems and short reflections about each of… View →
“An attractive, informative series.”—Booklist View →
“[G]entle, heartwarming . . . beginning chapter book about friendship and how kindness reigns over winning.”—Booklist View →
Cook's Cook: The Cook Who Cooked for Captain Cook
“A unique take on a historical voyage.”—Booklist View →
A Valentine for Frankenstein
“Frankenstein models self-assurance and kindness, both of which are much needed.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Discover Mars
“A thought-provoking, welcoming entry point to a perennially popular topic.”—starred, Booklist View →
Open Mic Night at Westminster Cemetery
“Mary Amato’s inventive Open Mic Night at Westminster Cemetery finds humor in the grave.”—Shelf Awareness View →
Colores del invierno Crayola ® (Crayola ® Winter Colors)
“Art-inclined elementary-schoolers learning to read Spanish will appreciate the suggested activities.”—Booklist View →
Death Eaters: Meet Nature's Scavengers
“By providing context and a big-picture approach to death, Halls equips young readers with understanding from which comfort and awe can grow.”—Booklist View →
The American Indian Rights Movement
“As it discusses the movement’s key concerns, including education and land issues, the book also introduces its leaders and historic protests, such as the occupation of Alcatraz Island from 1969 to 1971.”—Booklist View →
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation
“An inviting introduction to biologists at work.”—Booklist View →
Extreme Longevity: Discovering Earth's Oldest Organisms
“Readers will enjoy learning about these amazing organisms.”—Booklist View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“As a child, Lily Marks’s legs required straightening. Faced with the prospect of wearing uncomfortable and unsightly leg braces, Marks and her parents were intrigued by a doctor’s suggestion to instead try dancing lessons. As her legs gained strength, Marks’s natural talents… View →
Poor Little Rabbit
“Besides being fun, this gem is also a way to show toddlers how to put empathy into action.”—The New York Times View →
“This delightful early chapter book makes for some smile-inducing reading.”—School Library Journal View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“The course of Lily’s future is forever altered when she is given a choice between wearing an iron brace or attending dance lessons to strengthen her weak legs and turned-out feet in this inspirational true story. Whimsically graceful artwork captures the magic of Alicia Markova’s… View →