Reviews
Rosie Saves the World
“Caring for the world and people in need around the globe is an essential Judaic value, and so is Areyvut (Jews being responsible for one another). Rosie learns in Hebrew class about Tikkun Olam, or repairing the world by doing good deeds, and sets off to do just… View →
Engineer Arielle and the Israel Independence Day Surprise
“The roof of a train and the roof of the sky deliver a picture book about Israel’s Independence Day. Engineer Arielle, energetic, 21st century, modern, urban train engineer is the great, great granddaughter of Engineer Ari renowned for his adventures driving the first ever train in View →
Drop by Drop: A Story of Rabbi Akiva
“Author Jules, a many-time Sydney Taylor Honoree, presents a tale that is at once universally accessible and yet so vital to young Jewish readers.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
Auma's Long Run
“[Odhiambo] give[s] life to the authentic and realistic character of Auma—a young woman to believe in—and to put a human face on the epidemic that still affects Kenya.”—Shelf Awareness View →
Chicken in the Kitchen
“The big, bold, and sometimes almost three-dimensional illustrations maintain a folk-art feel while still feeling modern. . . . An unusual, but quite gregarious, offering.”—Booklist View →
“Isdahl’s alliterative narrative floats like a poem, sometimes rhyming, sometimes not, and is perfectly complemented by Van Doorn’s ethereal illustrations. . . . This beautifully rendered story is about the past and the future, change and constancy, and family love and… View →
Black Holes: The Weird Science of the Most Mysterious Objects in the Universe
“Latta offers a cogent explanation of complicated physics concepts, but it’s her enthusiasm for the subject matter that makes this really shine. . . . Aspiring scientists will be captivated and perhaps inspired to pursue careers in the field.”—Booklist View →
Locked Up for Freedom: Civil Rights Protesters at the Leesburg Stockade
“It will be impossible for readers not to feel a sense of relatability with the girls in the photographs, who were so much younger than the more famous heroes of the civil rights era, but no less resolute or brave.”—Booklist View →
Zoo Scientists to the Rescue
“Newman clearly describes the conditions that led to each species becoming endangered and encourages readers to think carefully about their own actions in light of threats to wildlife.”—Booklist View →
May's Wild Walk: Book 1
“Give this to readers who want a tale with a heart.”—Booklist View →
On the Free
“Thrilling, suspenseful, and fast-paced, this is an on-the-edge-of-your-seat read.”—Booklist View →
Artificial Intelligence: Building Smarter Machines
“An excellent addition to collections eager to encourage STEM conversations.”—School Library Journal View →
A Dangerous Magic
“An entertaining choice for speculative fiction mystery lovers.”—School Library Journal View →
Zoo Scientists to the Rescue
“A great book for research or for students interested in conservation.”—School Library Journal View →
Locked Up for Freedom: Civil Rights Protesters at the Leesburg Stockade
“A story that needs to be told. The solid research and concise narrative make it a fine addition to most student-centered collections.”—School Library Journal View →
I, Claudia
“What do imperial Rome and a contemporary L.A. prep school have in common? More than you might think. Laced with tumult and palace intrigue, I, Claudia pulls back the purple curtain for an inside look at the school’s patrician class. With psychological thrills,… View →
“[A] bittersweet story . . .”—Publishers Weekly View →
Marco Polo: Dangers and Visions
“Tabilio distills the essence of the story, capturing all of its wonder and exoticism without losing its grand sweeping nature.”—The Horn Book Magazine View →
Way Too Many Latkes: A Hanukkah in Chelm
“Glaser (author of Stone Soup with Matzoh Balls, BCCB 3/14) returns for a second visit to Chelm, the village of fools from Jewish folklore; now it’s the first night of Hanukkah and Faigel can’t remember her latke recipe. She knows she uses… View →
Samson, the Mighty Flea!
“Humorous juxtapositions of Samson’s accomplishments and aspirations with the enormity of the world will keep the laughs coming throughout this bighearted story.”—Booklist View →
Geoengineering Earth's Climate: Resetting the Thermostat
“[A] good starting place for teen readers and researchers on a critical issue.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Locked Up for Freedom: Civil Rights Protesters at the Leesburg Stockade
“A fresh, insightful look at the crucial role young people played in the civil rights movement . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Extra Point
“[A] reluctant reader-friendly fast read with positive messages about hard work and being a good teammate.”—Kirkus Reviews View →