Reviews
Captain Barbosa and the Pirate Hat Chase
“A great wordless graphic novel for those new to the format or those who like to fill in the words themselves.”—Booklist View →
Castle of Lies
“With queer characters and a polyamorous relationship, there is a diversity in gender and sexual identity here that is often lacking in fantasy novels . . .”—Booklist View →
“A high-interest introduction to STEM.”—Booklist Online View →
Sincerely, Harriet
“Middle-grade readers will relate to Harriet’s anxiety about fitting in and making friends, while also exploring subjects like ableism and intersectionality, which Searle depicts with grace and empathy.”—Booklist View →
25 Fun Things to Do for Your Neighbors
“The innovative approach and current concerns regarding excessive screen time help make this a timely and appealing choice for both school and public libraries.”—Booklist View →
Climate Change and Extreme Storms
“A great introduction to climate change and its effect on weather.”—Booklist View →
Breakthroughs in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
“[F]or those interested in the genuine science behind life on other planets, there’s plenty of good information here.”—Booklist View →
Let's Explore Needs and Wants
“Preschool collections need this title.”—Booklist View →
“[A] delightful and fresh retelling . . .”—starred, Booklist View →
Undercover Ostrich
“Young listeners will chuckle at the absurdity (and surprise ending), and this classroom-friendly read-aloud has appeal for adults as well.”—Booklist View →
Last of the Name
“Textured and well-researched, Parry’s latest historical novel brings to life New York City during the peak of the Civil War . . .”—Booklist View →
Hair!: Animal Fur, Wool, and More
“In this delightful volume, readers learn how to distinguish the distinctive kinds of hair mammals have and their numerous and often very important uses.”—Booklist View →
The Global Refugee Crisis: Fleeing Conflict and Violence
“An excellent resource for researchers, report writers, and school debate team members.”—Booklist View →
Where Dani Goes, Happy Follows
“®eaders will be eager to find out what happens next in Dani’s world.”—Booklist View →
Solutions for a Cleaner, Greener Planet: Environmental Chemistry
“[L]ucid and very accessible. . . . [W]ould be a worthwhile addition to public or middle- and high-school libraries.”—Booklist View →
Exposing Hate: Prejudice, Hatred, and Violence in Action
“A necessary book on a hot-button social issue that can help students develop critical thinking skills while learning more about heinous organizations.”—Booklist View →
No More Excuses: Dismantling Rape Culture
“[A] straightforward, well-organized overview for young people.”—Booklist View →
When Plants Attack: Strange and Terrifying Plants
“Curious readers will be eager to learn more about these creepy plants.”—Booklist View →
The NBA Playoffs: In Pursuit of Basketball Glory
“Doeden combines his knowledge of the sport and its history with a sportswriter’s flair for drawing readers into the excitement of a particular play, a rewarding combination for young basketball fans.”—Booklist View →
The Baby Beast
“This wonderful story about parenthood, bonding, and adjusting to change will pair well with Brian Lies’ Gator Dad (2016).”—Booklist View →
Stubby: A True Story of Friendship
“[A]n accessible, engaging approach to a high-interest topic . . .”—Booklist View →
“Short sentences, generous dialogue, and plentiful colorful illustrations make this an attractive book for home or classroom.”—Booklist View →
“[S]tudents learn about sequencing, loops, debugging, patterns, nested designs, functions, and other coding terms.”—Booklist View →
Lion of the Sky: Haiku for All Seasons
“[T]he wonderfully evocative, vivid imagery in text and art also make this a welcome addition for poetry classroom units.”—starred, Booklist View →