Reviews
Strange Fruit: Billie Holiday and the Power of a Protest Song
“[A] potent reminder of the power of art to combat intolerance and hate.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
On the Free
“On the Free is a fast-moving and gripping survival story, driven by characters as complex and layered as rugged mountain terrain. Studded with secrets and betrayals, sudden tragedies and surprising kindnesses, it’s an intense journey through a remarkable landscape,… View →
On the Free
“On the Free is a roaring adventure that will make you stand up and cheer.”—Justin Cronin, author of The Passage Trilogy View →
The Hole Story
“This inventive story with fairy-tale flair would be a great pick for a silly storytime.”—Booklist View →
Paulie's Passover Predicament
“A moose adds his own special culinary touches to the Passover Seder. Paulie, a moose, or “moos-ician,” stops playing his guitar to do last-minute Passover shopping, during which he meets his friends, a rabbit and a hedgehog, who will be joining him. He adds some usual… View →
I'm Big Now!
“The pastel illustrations and gentle rhymes work to reassure young readers. . . . An especially good feature here is how the mixed racial background of this family . . . is presented matter-of-factly.”—Booklist View →
De-Extinction: The Science of Bringing Lost Species Back to Life
“A thought-provoking STEM title for research and debate.”—Booklist View →
Racial Profiling: Everyday Inequality
“This is a balanced introduction to a sometimes controversial and often emotional subject and should serve report writers well.”—Booklist View →
Sea Otter Heroes: The Predators That Saved an Ecosystem
“Not just an exploration of one particular discovery in marine biology, this is a comprehensive explanation of the scientific process as well.”—Booklist View →
Porcupine's Picnic: Who Eats What?
“Colorful, amusing, and informative . . . this is great as a read-aloud or read-alone. . . . An entertaining and educational animal selection, with an edge, for the youngest readers.”—School Library Journal View →
Taking Action to Help the Environment
“A bright launching pad for tweens looking for social justice causes and accompanying role models. . . . [T]his series is a winner for collections in need of quality, inspirational materials on contemporary activists.”—School Library Journal View →
Native Peoples of the Arctic
“Consider this series for its scope and to refresh collections.”—School Library Journal View →
De-Extinction: The Science of Bringing Lost Species Back to Life
“An excellent overview of an intriguing new topic; highly recommended for science collections.”—School Library Journal View →
What Girls Are Made Of
“Arnold interweaves myriad landscapes . . . into a narrative wholeness that is greater than its parts. Unflinchingly candid, unapologetically girl, and devastatingly vital.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Transphobia: Deal with it and be a gender transcender
“®eminds readers that transphobia can intersect with sexism, homophobia, and other types of discrimination. A timely selection.”—School Library Journal View →
Passover Scavenger Hunt
“Enjoy a new way to hide and hunt for the afikoman at the Passover Seder.Traditions are an integral part of every family Passover Seder, but for Rachel the hunt for the afikoman has gotten boring. Her great-uncle Harry, who leads the Seder, uses the same three hiding places, and… View →
A Different Kind of Passover
“Passover is a time of traditional observance, but this year could be different for a young girl.Jessica is busy practicing the four questions in Hebrew; it is tradition for the youngest child to ask the questions at a family Passover Seder. She is looking forward to joining her… View →
The Hole Story
“A first step into the world of ontology, picture-book style! . . . A good choice for budding philosophers.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Jamal's Journey
“Foreman’s straightforward text and soft double-page spreads . . . take readers directly into his tale. . . . [A] low-key introduction to a far-off place.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Prehistoric Giants
“Armchair thrills aplenty for Anthropocene readers.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Andrew the Seeker
“Quietly thoughtful and emotionally on-point.”—Kirkus Reviews View →