Reviews
“The story and images blend together in perfect sync to make this an eye-catching keepsake. A terrific choice for mindfulness classes and for one-on-one sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
Search for the Shamir
“Biblical timetravelling is the mission of Scarlett and Sam, in Search for the Shamir by Eric A. Kimmel (Kar-Ben, £5.50). They journey to the time of Solomon and witness his wisdom — although they are bemused at his fancy-dress appearance. Solomon needs to build a Temple but may… View →
The Spy Who Played Baseball
“Moe Berg is not a typical baseball player. He’s Jewish—very unusual for the major leagues in the 1930s—has a law degree, speaks several languages and loves traveling the world. He also happens to be a spy for the U.S. government. When World War II begins, Moe trades his baseball… View →
Drop by Drop: A Story of Rabbi Akiva
“Akiva is just a poor shepherd living an ordinary life, until he falls in love with Rachel. Rachel thinks her husband could become a great man of learning but Akiva can’t even read! Is he too old to be a scholar or can he follow the example of the water in the nearby brook? Water… View →
Jack the Castaway
When I think of survival stories, the first two that come to mind are Hatchet by Gary Paulsen and Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell. Both are classics worth reading, but there’s a great big world of other terrific survivalist stories for middle grade readers.… View →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
“Whimsical and sweet, this will remind readers of animated movies such as My Neighbor Totoro and Kiki’s Delivery Service.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Peace and Me: Inspired by the Lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates
“A look at 12 Nobel Peace Prize winners in a package that is as beautiful as it is inspiring.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Death Eaters: Meet Nature's Scavengers
“‘Gross,’ to echo the author, but ‘also amazing.’”—Kirkus Reviews View →
An Anty-War Story
“Layered and shocking; to be read with the knowledge that a conversation on war will surely follow.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Shark Quest: Protecting the Ocean's Top Predators
“[A]n engaging, well-researched book about a much maligned species of fish that deserves our protection.”—Booklist View →
The Epic Origin of Super Potato: Book 1
“If Loony Tunes was in the superhero business, this is something it might have baked up.”—Booklist View →
The Great Rhino Rescue: Saving the Southern White Rhinos
“Markle’s clear, matter-of-fact text presents well-researched facts in an organized way. . . . An informative volume explaining an ongoing conservation crisis.”—Booklist View →
The Flight of Swans
“[F]illed with magic, romance, and peril. . . . An imaginative retelling with an unforgettable heroine.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation
“Fascinating for earnest conservationists.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Edelweiss Pirates
“Kurt’s older brother, Albert, is a member of the Edelweiss Pirates, a group of young people who are dedicated to resisting Hitler’s edicts. Hitler has outlawed jazz music, so the Edelweiss Pirates play it every chance they get. Kurt, who plays the trumpet, asks if he can join the… View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“This is a fascinating read about the dancer who would someday be known as Alicia Markova. Lily Marks loves to stand on her tiptoes, but her legs are weak and crooked. Could dancing lessons help strengthen them? To everyone’s surprise, Lily proves to have a natural talent for View →
The Turnaround
“The short chapters, dialogue-driven text, and high stakes make this a safe bet for those seeking a quick read that still has some heft.”—Booklist View →
Shark Quest: Protecting the Ocean's Top Predators
“A remarkably thorough tour of the world of sharks and marine scientists’ efforts to educate the public about our ocean’s apex predators.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Open Mic Night at Westminster Cemetery
“[B]lends prose with stage directions for a hybrid structure. The resulting alchemy capitalizes on the strengths of both media to create a unique, fully-realized world. . . . Quoth the Raven, ‘Encore.’”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Girls on the Line
“This story will pull on your heart in a hundred different ways. I found myself so worried for Yun and Luli, and the difficult choices they had to make in order to survive. It was beautiful to watch their friendship evolve, as each girl lost, and then found, her own strength,… View →
Who's Got the Etrog?
“The pages of this story come alive with colorful, personable African animals. The tale takes place in Uganda, and the principal characters are Auntie Sanyu and the warthog. Auntie Sanyu builds a sukkah and then invites the animals to share in the festivities. Just like the holiday View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“An English girl embraces an unlikely but lifelong passion—dancing ballet. Lily Marks, born in London in 1910, did not walk properly as a child. Her parents took her to a doctor who prescribed leg braces. Lily’s unhappy face led him to suggest a very different therapy,… View →
“Any child afraid of change will learn from this story. It’s fun!”—Journey of a Bookseller View →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
“Jun’s exquisite graphics . . . offer nonstop merriment and whimsical delight.”—starred, Booklist View →