Reviews
Beyond Sex Ed: Understanding Sexually Transmitted Infections
“[T]his timely book about STIs offers some invaluable resources for teens . . .up-to-date and helpful.” — Booklist View →
Walls and Welcome Mats: Immigration and the American Dream
“Highly readable, well-designed nonfiction with an appeal to the reader to consider their own stance.”—School Library Journal View →
A Book about Bupkes
“Nothing short of charming.”―Booklist View →
Shades of Black
“The fast-paced story offers a look at the life of a young person trying to navigate the stigma and pressures that come with being a Black boy.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Beach Dilemma
“Clear episodes capture [the protagonist’s] realistic feelings and infuse her childhood shortcomings and tender worries with wisdom. In the family-driven chapter book The Beach Dilemma, a girl learns that in-between can be a gift—and the right place to… View →
The Bodyguard Unit: Edith Garrud, Women's Suffrage, and Jujitsu
“[A]n empowering work both in content and visuals, about the figure who taught women how to take back their power.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Stunt Performers
“This topic and its short, high-interest chapters will grab a movie-loving and thrill-seeking reader’s attention and leave them wanting more and a list of books and websites in the back matter will get those readers started. Reviewer Rating: 5”… View →
Not So Shy
“Noa Nimrodi explores both universal themes of alienation and the specific challenges that Israelis might confront when acclimating to a new culture…Readers will empathize with Shai’s distress.”―Jewish Book Council View →
Pangu's Shadow
“Full of humanity and heart, Pangu’s Shadow will rivet readers with an out-of-this-world murder mystery and capture their hearts with an enthralling rivals-to-lovers romance. A unique, timely, and iconic addition to the young adult mystery canon!”—Katie Zhao,… View →
Poop for Breakfast: Why Some Animals Eat It
“This read was both captivating and instructive in equal measure. The author’s scientific yet accessible approach to exploring the reasons behind the consumption of feces as a part of some animal’s diets was intriguing and informative. Reviewer Rating:… View →
Pangu's Shadow
“Pangu’s Shadow is a pitch-perfect murder mystery wrapped up in a scientific bow. . .Who knew science could make me feel so much?”—Cody Roecker, adult and teen services, Naperville Public Library View →
Biphobia: Deal with it and be more than a bystander
“Approachable and educational, with the energy of an after-school special.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
A Book about Bupkes
“Slice-of-life drawings and upbeat characters…assure readers that the world moves forward on even the smallest acts of kindness.”―Publishers Weekly View →
Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas
“Caitlin Donohue’s Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas masterfully connects the dots between the ancient roots and modern implications and applications of cannabis, delivering an enlightening journey through diverse perspectives.”— Javier Hasse, drug… View →
Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas
“This book’s timing is perfect for our world. As we begin to see past the weeds (pun intended) to find sustainable solutions rooted in harm reduction for our youth, this is the book to share.” — Felicia Carbajal, community organizer and executive director of The Social… View →
Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas
“Accessible, engaging and evidence based, Weed provides an excellent overview of the political changes related to cannabis in the Americas and the personal stories that provide meaning and motivation to the global reform movement . . . A must-have for young people and… View →
The Rabbi and His Donkey
“The large and colorful illustrations make this picture book a perfect pick for classroom story time. . . a book that can help open up a medieval world of wonder.”—Children’s Literature View →
Pangu's Shadow
“An awful lot of fun.”—Andrea Tang, author of Rebelwing View →
The Color of Sound
“Well-crafted, heartfelt, and affecting.”—Barbara Dee, author of Maybe He Just Likes You and Unstuck View →
Smashing Stigma: Dismantling Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination
“This accessible overview will provide much-needed validation for some and contribute to awareness for others. Helpfully catalogs serious problems and provides guidance on coping strategies.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Fodo Dodo Goes Fishing
“Youngsters who dive headfirst into imaginative play will find kinship with these two venturesome pals. A small bit of fun that just may inspire a bathtub boat of one’s own.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Nature Is a Sculptor: Weathering and Erosion
“Combining stunning stock photographs with rhythmic, poetic lines, Kinser has created a work that will have readers and listeners eager to travel to national parks and protected areas around the world . . . An impressive STEM read-aloud.” —Kirkus View →
Stuck with You
“An adorable romance with strong coming-of-age elements.”—Kirkus Reviews View →