Reviews
Sachiko: A Nagasaki Bomb Survivor's Story
“[V]ery few [books] focus on the hibakusha, survivors of the bombings, and this important biography notably fills that gap. . . . An important perspective.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Secret of Goldenrod
“[P]itch-perfect . . . O’Reilly’s multilayered story is superbly presented . . . [and] bathed in the golden light that is the richness of living. This solid middle-grade book shines with wisdom and compassion.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Nara and the Island
“Nara’s homely face is reminiscent of Maurice Sendak’s work, adding to the book’s overall nostalgic and somewhat otherworldly feel. . . . Superficially sweet, with sophisticated undercurrents. . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Life According to Dani
“Lagercrantz’s superb writing in Marshall’s translation is touching and amusing without being saccharine. . . . Eriksson’s black-and-white illustrations add important emotional resonance. . . . Another sterling early chapter book by this duo.”—starred,… View →
Passover Is Coming!
“This playfully illustrated board book introduces some of the customs and rituals of the centerpiece of the Passover holiday: the Seder.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
Truth in Sight: Book 2
“A likable protagonist and fantasy elements make this well-trod ground feel fairly fresh.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
His Royal Majesty of the Mushrooms: Book 3
“As in prior series episodes, the pleasure lies at least as much in inspecting the paneled illustrations for surreal details and peculiar creatures as it does in following the plotline. . . . A recipe for hazelnut fondant . . . caps this latest outing to the bustling hotel in an… View →
“The rhymes scan well and the use of alliterations is clever and works well . . . An attractive offering that will certainly appeal to fans of Kar-Ben’s ‘Very First Board Books’ series.” — AJL Reviews View →
Passover Is Coming!
“Teachers and families will enjoy sharing this book with toddlers.” — AJL Reviews View →
Believe Your Eyes: Book 1
“Latina Cici is wholly likable, and her real-life concerns play out well juxtaposed with her more whimsical ones. A thoughtful and entertaining mix of fantasy and real-world problems.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
On One Foot
“This is an attractive picture book that would be useful for teaching about Rabbi Hillel and the verse often referred to as the Golden Rule.” — AJL Reviews View →
Feminism: Reinventing the F-Word
“This small, colorful book introduces readers to the complexities of an ever evolving movement . . . cover[ing] an enormous breadth of material . . . A good starting point for discussions.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
On the Sapphire's Trail: Book 2
“Adventure lovers will like the surprising plot twists; fans of opera and cookies will appreciate the many times the story is derailed; everyone will be pleased that there’s a happy ending—even for the bandits.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Megafast Trucks
“An insanely joyful collection. . . . Brio meets absurdity on steroids in this dramatically illustrated [book]. . . . With considerable panache, Farndon bestows these beasts with their very own brand of beauty.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Shalom Everybodeee!: Grover's Adventures in Israel
“The best way to experience this book is to find someone who does a really good Grover impression for a read-aloud. Grover has one of the most distinctive voices in the history of children’s television, and all Sesame Street fans will hear that voice in their heads as soon as View →
Whose Hands Are These?: A Community Helper Guessing Book
“Rhyming verses and illustrations of hands working give readers the opportunity to guess what community jobs people do . . . [f]rom the commonplace to those that rarely appear in picture books. . . . A great addition to libraries’ and teacher’s shelves for units on… View →
Raise the Stakes
“A great choice for reluctant readers, this book, in presenting the transgender story, also delves into advocacy for equality. . . . Pages will turn right up to the cliffhanger.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Game Changer: John McLendon and the Secret Game
“[T]he kind of story from which ‘inspirational’ movies are made. . . . This book adds new heroes to the pantheon.”—The New York Times Book Review View →
Out of Darkness
“[This] layered tale of color lines, love and struggle in an East Texas oil town is a pit-in-the-stomach family drama that goes down like it should, with pain and fascination, like a mix of sugary medicine and artisanal moonshine.”—The New York Times Book Review View →
The Ebola Epidemic: The Fight, The Future
“[A] crisp and informative book. . . . Goldsmith, a veteran health/science writer, knows how to invest readers in her story . . . [and] delivers science in a serious yet welcoming tone. . . . An arresting, illuminating, and unlikely-to-be-forgotten story.”—starred, Kirkus View →
The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore
“From the author’s heart to America’s readers: a tribute to a man who believed in and lived black pride.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Wake Up, Spring: Book 1
“This daffy adventure kicks off a series, and readers will be hoping for a speedy return to Hotel Strange.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Slug Needs a Hug!
“[A] bittersweet, slimy story…[with an] unconditionally loving ending….The book feels like a big, generous embrace.”―Kirkus Reviews View →