Reviews
Peace and Me: Inspired by the Lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates
“A beautifully executed, powerful book. A remarkable addition to illustrated biography collections.”—starred, 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 →
“This delightful early chapter book makes for some smile-inducing reading.”—School Library Journal View →
Who's Got the Etrog?
“This new picture book introduces children to the Ugandan Jewish community of the Abayudaya. The book says the community was started in the early 1900s by an African chief who led his people to reject Christianity and follow only the Torah. Children will enjoy following the antics… View →
Stick Pick
“The story creates a terrific opportunity to start a discussion about accessibility issues for people with disabilities.”— Booklist View →
“[A] heartwarming tribute to creatures of the Arctic that offers a gentle ecology lesson as well . . .”—starred, Booklist View →
“[A] tribute to environmental awareness and cultivating a healthy respect for the fierce beauty of the frozen North.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
A Dog Named Haku: A Holiday Story from Nepal
“A happy ending will have readers cheering for the brothers and probably begging for a puppy of their own.”—Booklist View →
A Valentine for Frankenstein
“A brightly colored, action-packed lesson in being yourself.”—Booklist View →
Diet for a Changing Climate: Food for Thought
“Readers interested in embracing invasivorism might want to try their hand at some of the recipes, which include Wild Kudzu Salsa, Pasta and Periwinkles, and Crisp and Crunchy Beetle Croutons.”—Booklist View →
Jane Austen: Her Heart Did Whisper
“An engaging, creative addition to Austen’s many biographies.”—Booklist View →
The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just
“A beautiful palette of sea blues and greens, sand and coral colors surround Just in illustrations that highlight the importance of environment and family.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation
“A great pick for middle school nonfiction collections.”—School Library Journal View →
A Fall Ball for All
“Fedele’s art perfectly captures the scene of a northern woods. . . . Great for storytime or one-on-one sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
Coming Up Clutch: The Greatest Upsets, Comebacks, and Finishes in Sports History
“A solid purchase for those lacking an up-to-date sports encyclopedia-style item.”—School Library Journal View →
Diet for a Changing Climate: Food for Thought
“A great resource for those exploring environmental issues and seeking ways to combat climate change.”—School Library Journal View →
The Flight of Swans
“A finely crafted and compelling fairy-tale retelling. Hand to voracious fantasy readers and fans of Gail Carson Levine and Shannon Hale.”—School Library Journal View →
Losing the Girl: Book 1
“It’s been a long time since I’ve been this excited for a sequel.”—Sarah Holt, Left Bank Books View →
Girls on the Line
“[E]xplores a moment of contemporary history and a culture that is underrepresented in YA realistic fiction. . . . Recommended purchase, especially for YA collections serving older teens or new adults.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Last of the Name
“Last of the Name is a rich, brave, brawling novel of the immigrant experience, bringing the cacophony of Civil War-era New York City vividly to life. Painstakingly researched, this story of holding on to family and heritage while making a new home in America is told with View →
The Wild Cat: Book 6
“Luciani and Tharlet’s lovely graphic offering feels as snug and familiar as a Beatrix Potter tale but adds a modern spin with its emphasis on being true to oneself.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
A Dog Named Haku: A Holiday Story from Nepal
“[A]n engaging introduction to a tradition that a lot of kids would like to join in celebrating . . .”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
“Each frame of sequential art is a small gem of delicate line and watercolor painting . . .”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
A Fall Ball for All
“The bounties of autumn are on full display in this cozy story.”—Publishers Weekly View →