Reviews
The Mitzvah Fairy
“A little boy has styled himself The Mitzvah Fairy, and does six good deeds in a long, rewarding day. This charming book was written and illustrated for pre-kindergarteners through 3rd graders.” —San Diego Jewish World View →
Dino-Birthday
“With Wheeler’s clever rhyming text and Gott’s amusing illustrations, this is a perfect read aloud for Dinovember or any time of year. Children will relate to the themed parties and enjoy Gott’s creative details that perfectly match the story. Combining birthdays… View →
The Red Car to Hollywood
“In addition to young love, friendships, and relationships, this book also discusses racism and sexism and ways to find self-identity that meets pride of culture. Recommended for collection gaps about the racism that Chinese Americans faced back in 1920s, and the different… View →
Dino-Hanukkah
“The colorful, lively dinosaurs stomping to the festivities, with the pterodactyl swooping in to hear Grandma Dinosaur tell the story of the Maccabees, will hold young readers’ attention. Just enough Hanukkah customs and plenty of dinosaurs make this a worthy… View →
Bear's Lost Glasses
“Timmers’s stunning mixed-media images, with clever details and surprises that make multiple readings a treat, are a playful reminder that it’s not just what we see that matters but how we choose to see it.”—The New York Times Book Review View →
Waffle Can't Decide
“Penned by an author with a background in pediatric neuropsychology, the narrative strikes a balance between amusing and instructive . . . . This book can benefit not only those who struggle to make decisions but can also be used as a springboard for discussion about approaching… View →
Twist, Tumble, Triumph: The Story of Champion Gymnast Ágnes Keleti
“This is a tale not only of survival, but also a level of determination that is remarkable indeed. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
A Mitzvah for George Washington
“Exploring an interesting event in American history and Jews’ broader role in the founding of the country, this book will be of interest to young readers who are learning about the formation of the United States.”—Jewish Book Council View →
Speaking on Climate: A Guide to Speechwriting for a Better Future
“A lively, concise, and practical antidote to climate anxiety and a guide to positive action.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People
“An incredible, brilliantly told story of persistence, advocacy, and love.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Playdate
“The story approaches the child’s and mother’s lives with empathy, imbuing both with dignity. . . . A frankly told, child’s-eye view of the intersection of friendship and socioeconomic status.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
La roca en mi garganta (The Rock in My Throat)
“Breathtaking and beautiful, this resonant Spanish-language book about the author’s experience with English as a child is a must-have for collections everywhere.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Writing Room
“A timely and compelling portrait of people who rise above broken families and oppressive systems to find belonging and solidarity with one another. . . Daringly defiant and achingly hopeful, The Writing Room is an essential book that speaks to this moment with clear… View →
This Is Not a Cholent
“This enriching story introduces readers to customs with which they may be unfamiliar and reminds them that Jewish communities have always lived all over the world, each with their own special traditions, tastes, and styles.” —Jewish Book Council View →
The Writing Room
“An inspiring story about learning what’s important to you and finding the inner strength to stand up for it.”—Ismée Williams, author of This Train Is Being Held View →
String Ball
“Featuring spare visuals yet extravagant in its storytelling, a satisfying tale for impatient kittens everywhere.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Warfare through the Ages: From Bows to Bombs
“Each volume begins with an overview of basic concepts related to its topic and continues with detailed, individual chapters that investigate the topic within the ancient societies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, the Americas, Greece, and Rome. Reproductions and photos of… View →
The Red Car to Hollywood
“Meticulously researched and sumptuously realized, Ruby’s story captures the time when women were swiftly gaining ground in all parts of society whilst burdened by old structures dragging them down. . . Readers will be inspired by Ruby’s resilience and dazzled by the… View →
The Big Tournament: Book 1
“Gheluwe pairs imaginative depictions of alien ingredients and futuristic kitchen tools with expressive character designs; dynamic compositions heighten both the tension of time-bound cooking challenges and the joy of artistic expression, while color shifts underscore the… View →
The Pecan Sheller
“A powerful, moving story explores the little-known but important story of the six-week pecan shellers’ strike.”—starred, Booklist View →
The Pecan Sheller
“Using short chapters with quick pacing, Ruiz-Flores (Piece by Piece) unveils intimate and well-researched depictions of the Pecan Shellers Strike of 1938 and its impact on Mexican descendants and beyond.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Dreams to Ashes: The 1871 Los Angeles Chinatown Massacre
“In this ruminative account of a lesser-known race riot that left 18 immigrants dead, Blackburne poses big, still cogent questions.”—Booklist View →
Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People
“This beautifully illustrated picture book introduces the smallest and only uninhabited island, Kaho’olawe. Painted illustrations with bold colors, thick brushstrokes, and rich textures enhance three layers of text.”—Booklist View →
Interrupted Lives: Nine Stories of Child Survivors of the Holocaust
“Young readers will empathize with their experiences and admire their resilience.” —Booklist View →