Reviews
My Mommy Marches
“Hawkins’s rhythmic prose highlights the feelings and ideas that compel Mommy to march, and concluding pages make clear that her actions, like those of her mother and grandmother before her, succeed at inspiring both her child and her community.”—Publishers Weekly View →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“. . . ©aptivating text, ideal for reading aloud. . .”—The New York Times View →
Enduro Racing: Rev It Up!
“Grab your goggles because the bikes blasting through the Lightning Bolt Books: Dirt Bike Zone series kick up some serious dirt.”—Booklist View →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“Full of heart and gentle humor, Panda and Squirrel are sure to please.”—Booklist View →
The Pipsqueak
“This story is a must-read for educators to use in talking with kids about how jealousy can lead to poor behavior but making friends or joining a group can help alleviate feelings of loneliness. A good selection for a preschool or elementary classroom or library. Reviewer… View →
Men of the 65th: The Borinqueneers of the Korean War
“An excellent choice for those interested in military or Puerto Rican history; a great pick for U.S. history courses or research.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Big Backyard: The Solar System beyond Pluto
“Hugo award-winning author and illustrator Miller brings his experience illustrating for NASA to this engaging book, taking curious readers on a fact-filled tour of the outer reaches of our solar system. . . . packed with information but also thoroughly… View →
Hidden Creature Features
“Page layouts are designed to first hint at the featured adaptation. When the page is turned, an intriguing body part is revealed, accompanied by an accessible explanation of how that part is used by the animal to eat, maneuver, defend, or attack.”—The Horn Book Magazine View →
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: From Wrestler to Hollywood Hero
“This book, as well as all the books in this series would be a great addition to elementary school libraries and classrooms. Reviewer Rating: 4” –Children’s Literature View →
Debbie's Song
“[A] great way to introduce this iconic figure in Judaism to young learners, as a positive role model who strove to create community, while championing the rights of women in the Jewish community. Reviewer Rating: 5” –Children’s Literature View →
Ketanji Brown Jackson: First Black Woman on the US Supreme Court
“In Ketanji Brown Jackson, readers will encounter a person of quality whose groundbreaking appointment to her nation’s highest court is an inspirational story worth knowing about. Reviewer Rating: 4” –Children’s Literature View →
Hidden Creature Features
“Young readers will love the question-and-answer format of the book as they turn pages and reveal surprising features . . .This book would interest young animal lovers, and it would be a helpful tool in teaching new and lesser-known facts about the world’s animals.… View →
The Babka Sisters
“A fun, colorful story that inspires baking and friendship. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
Inside King Tut's Tomb
“This intriguing text may inspire readers’ curiosity about the past and interest in fields of history or archeology. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
The Wolf in Underpants Breaks Free
“The illustrations challenge your eyes as well as telling the story. . . If you have a reluctant reader this will tickle their humor bone as well as getting them to read. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
Not Done Yet: Shirley Chisholm's Fight for Change
“This book should be in school’s libraries and social studies classes. This a great way to further Mrs Chishom’s work. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“As Franck models charming rapport and low-stakes companionship, Tjong-Khing’s delicate artwork provides nature-filled scenes of glorious suns and a bamboo forest.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for Budding Naturalists
“Appropriately sunny illustrations feature figures of varying abilities, creeds, and skin tones making daisy chains with a caregiver, greeting neighbors, and playing outdoors in a work that’s likely to inspire many garden daydreams.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Never Give Up: Dr. Kati Karikó and the Race for the Future of Vaccines
“[A] fascinating and up-to-date choice for primary science, health, and women’s history units.”—Booklist View →
Another Band's Treasure: A Story of Recycled Instruments
“Xie’s soft, sketchy artwork nicely captures the atmosphere of the town, and a pop of color for the first homemade instrument emphasizes how life changing it is. A truly inspiring tale, perfect for middle-grade readers.”—Booklist View →
Any Body: A Comic Compendium of Important Facts and Feelings about Our Bodies
“A sense of acceptance and celebration for body differences permeates this joyful read. . . . A whimsical, enlightening, and empowering volume to set readers on the path toward self-acceptance and body positivity.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Any Body: A Comic Compendium of Important Facts and Feelings about Our Bodies
“[S]traightforward informational snippets feature technical vocabulary, celebrate diversity and inclusivity, and are supported by bright cartoon illustrations that add perspective and humor. . . . This factual guide in an eye-catching package will appeal to curious… View →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“Striking artwork and sweet, funny stories about friendship make The Moon Is a Ball an amusing addition to the philosophical friends genre, alongside Winnie-the-Pooh and Frog and Toad Are Friends.”—Shelf Awareness View →
My Mommies Built a Treehouse
“Evans’s energetic digital illustrations bring wonder and humor to the narrative by highlighting elements not specifically mentioned in the text . . . . The family works in tandem while using their individual strengths to achieve the child’s goal in this heartwarming… View →