Reviews
One Good Deed
“This is a good read-aloud for young children, as the art is benign and the text includes a pleasing repetition of reactions from neighbors, who are always ‘surprised’ and ‘delighted’ by the kindness bestowed upon them. Another positive touch: the succinct… View →
Help! My Brother's a Zombie
“Delightfully macabre stories, which are fast-paced and just silly enough to ward off actual nightmares.”―Booklist View →
“Ever increasing stakes and a solid cliff-hanger ending will have thriller fans hanging on every word.”―Booklist View →
See No Color
“In See No Color, Shannon Gibney makes plain through her protagonist Alex’s story that being both black and adopted is complicated. Gibney honestly portrays hardships that black adoptees may face, such as racist comments from family members and the awkwardness of… View →
See No Color
“Gibney presents a smooth-flowing narrative, complicated questions, and a powerful protagonist who finds her own real answers.”―Pat Schmatz, author of Bluefish View →
“This wonderful, extra-chunky board book reads vertically, with each tall spread showing a jaunty, grinning wolf in the stages of getting dressed [as] he’s transformed…into a thrillingly scary villain.”―The New York Times Book Review View →
See No Color
“I can’t wait to get a copy for all of my friends and all of their children. It’s the kind of book that should be mandatory reading for all Americans.”―Kiese Laymon, author of Long Division and How to Slowly Kill Yourself and Others in America View →
See No Color
“See No Color by Shannon Gibney is a groundbreaking coming-of-age story….The deftly drawn trials and tender triumphs of this black biracial adoptee will resonate with all readers.”―Sun Yung Shin, poet and co-editor of Outsiders Within: Writing on… View →
A 52-Hertz Whale
“Read this book because it’s funny and suspenseful and because you will recognize lots of people you know and even yourself in its pages. But read it most of all to remember that at some point in our lives, we are all like lost whales and the only thing that will save us are… View →
Trash Mountain
“This is a gripping story, right-sized for children but with all the authentic drama of any novel.”―Star Tribune View →
The Way Back from Broken
“An impressive debut novel that takes readers on a journey rich in emotion and adventure.”―E. M. Kokie, author of Personal Effects View →
Fuel under Fire: Petroleum and Its Perils
“[A] well-written, handsome volume….This is a balanced and thought-provoking look at the issue….An excellent option for reports.”―School Library Journal View →
Give It Up
“A hi-lo series that will appeal to the author’s fans and those who enjoy high school drama stories.”―School Library Journal View →
When Lunch Fights Back: Wickedly Clever Animal Defenses
“This combination of storytelling, scientific fact, and attractive photographs will appeal to many readers, especially boys….Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media Connection View →
The Case of the Vanishing Little Brown Bats: A Scientific Mystery
“Students who are fascinated by bats will definitely be drawn to this high-interest book….[A] must-have for any school library…brimming with useful information that science teachers will be able to utilize…..Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media… View →
I Remember Beirut
“This spare memoir humanizes families trapped in war zones, and their experiences should resonate with young adult audiences. Highly Recommended.”―starred, Library Media Connection View →
Guarding Secrets
“Jones offers an unusual and appealing story, especially in his protagonist.”―Booklist View →
Fat & Bones: And Other Stories
“[Q]uick and entertaining tale from a first-time author….This book would be a perfect choice for teacher read-alouds, and students would clamor to read it again on their own.”―Library Media Connection View →
BirdCatDog
“Because it is wordless, children are encouraged to explain the story themselves. The format makes the book enticing for youngsters again and again.”―Library Media Connection View →
Knockout Games
“The writing style is as tough as the story….This well-written book will have a place in high school collections, especially urban schools. It will also play well with struggling readers.”―Library Media Connection View →
Bug on a Bike
“This is a fun book….Children will identify with the love of surprises….[T]his book can be a good read-aloud to a few children or for independent reading.”―Library Media Connection View →
How Does Weather Change?
“The text is simply written so that it can be understood and read independently by your youngest students. Full-color photographs complement the text, adding additional support for visual learners.”―Library Media Connection View →
All You Are
“The slightly paranormal overtones will be appreciated by readers interested in this particular genre. Throw in typical teenage angst, romance, and friendship, and you have the makings for age-appropriate books for reluctant readers.”―Library Media Connection View →