Reviews
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 →
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 →
Belinda the Unbeatable
“An excellent adventure for reluctant readers, fierce competitors, lovers of wordless tales—and readers who just love an action-packed, rollicking story.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews 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 →
Honor Code
“Honor Code explores the harsh reality of victim shaming and how too often the very institutions designed to protect us are the ones to silence those who dare come forward. Tragic, gripping, and very important.”—Amy Giles, author of Now Is Everything View →
The Extra Point
“[A] simple and uncomplicated story about self-discipline and confidence in the aftermath of disappointment.”—Booklist View →
The Missing Letters: A Dreidel Story
“Tomfoolery before Hanukkah imperils a favorite game. Just before Hanukkah, the dreidels sit ready for their four Hebrew letters: Nun, Hey, Shin, and Gimel. Alas, the first three are discontents, and here is the reason. Picture a collection of tasty nuts on the table. If… View →
The Whispering Town
“This picture book with a graphic novel sensibility tells the story of a young girl, Anett, whose family is harboring Jewish refugees in a Danish fishing village. Anett brings food to the mother and child hidden in her cellar, and helps guide them to boats on one moonless night.… View →
Koala Challah
“Lila, a little koala, sees how her older sisters get to show off their eucalyptus-themed Shabbat specialties (Rachel makes eucalyptus oil candles, Naomi makes eucalyptus wine) and yearns to be part of the preparations. But as Mommy gently but firmly explains, her helpfulness can… View →
Losing the Girl: Book 1
“MariNaomi authentically captures the angst, vulnerability, and longing of the teenage soul through not just one but four unique and distinct voices.”—Jen Wang, The Prince and the Dressmaker View →
Losing the Girl: Book 1
“Losing the Girl is a sparkling and complex novel with its feet on the ground and its eyes on the stars.”—Hope Larson, author of Compass South and Knife’s Edge View →
The Notations of Cooper Cameron
“[A] nuanced and empowering narrative that uplifts rather than undermines Cooper’s unique perspective on his world. . . . Intricate, meticulous, unforgettable.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
¡Es un camaleón! (It's a Chameleon!)
“An excellent introduction to chameleons and a useful addition to Spanish-nonfiction children’s collections.”—Booklist View →
“[A]n engaging narrative and offers concluding activities to reinforce the lesson.”—Booklist View →
“[F]or a whimsical, lighthearted, unique reading experience, look no further.”—School Library Journal View →
“A comforting tale about loss and the ways of being found. Best shared one-on-one or in a small group setting.”—School Library Journal View →
Koala Challah
“Set in Australia, this take on baking a traditional Jewish food focuses on a family of koalas. Little sister Lila is eager to help her koala family prepare for the Friday night Shabbat celebration, but her efforts are more messy than useful. ‘Koala bears love… View →
3D Printing: The Revolution in Personalized Manufacturing
“A thorough introduction to the ever evolving world of 3-D printing. . . . [S]mart and engaging.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
