Reviews
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“At a time where issues of social justice are often deemed either overinflated or ‘solved,’ Lee Wind makes a powerful case that queer historical erasure is an ongoing issue.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Fashion Rules!: A Closer Look at Clothing in the Middle Ages
“The book’s original artwork is interspersed with historical replicas and photographs to show off the complicated fads of the Middle Ages.”—Foreword Reviews View →
The One Great Gnome
“The One Great Gnome is an endlessly fun middle grade adventure.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Second Dad Summer
“The book’s characters are vibrant, and the novel is welcoming and inclusive. Insightful and sensitive, Second Dad Summer is a story all about the meaning of family and the value of acceptance.”—Foreword Reviews, LGBTQ+ Spotlight View →
Irving Berlin: The Immigrant Boy Who Made America Sing
" . . . [A]n engaging biography that highlights the compassion, generosity, and patriotism that characterized [Irving Berlin’s] life." View →
The Case of the Poached Egg: A Wilcox & Griswold Mystery
“Eggspect plenty of ‘fowl play’ and a healthy dose of puns as another Wilcox and Griswold Mystery unfolds . . .”—Foreword Reviews View →
Numbers in Motion: Sophie Kowalevski, Queen of Mathematics
“. . . [An] inspiring children’s biography based on a real-life legend.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully
“A historical childhood fantasy in verse, Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully blends light summer fun with deep emotional challenges.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Penny Helps Portia Face Her Fears
“Penny Helps Portia Face Her Fears is a story whose characters display tenacity and love; it encourages acceptance of dogs and people alike.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Not Yet a Yeti
“It’s a tale filled with magical creatures, about love, acceptance, and embracing your dreams.”—Foreword Reviews View →
“[E]loquent yet playful with an emotionally charged message . . .”—Foreword Reviews View →
Mira's Curly Hair
“[A] refreshing glimpse of the natural beauty found in everyone’s unique features.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Girls on the Line
“Both poignant and agonizing, Girls on the Line is a must read.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
The Snowflake Mistake
“A winter wonderland of rhyming verses, helpful bluebirds, and frosty fun.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Rivers: A Visual History from River to Sea
“History, science, and geography meet the beauty and creativity of old-world cartography in this stunning visual display.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
You're Snug With Me
“[A] tribute to environmental awareness and cultivating a healthy respect for the fierce beauty of the frozen North.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
An Unlikely Ballerina
“The course of Lily’s future is forever altered when she is given a choice between wearing an iron brace or attending dance lessons to strengthen her weak legs and turned-out feet in this inspirational true story. Whimsically graceful artwork captures the magic of Alicia Markova’s… View →
Where's the Potty on This Ark?
“In a humorous and novel approach to potty training, Noah and his wife Naamah help the animals, young and old, get situated on the ark, paying special attention to the areas meant for eating, sleeping, playing, and, of course, answering the call of nature. Little ones will grow in… View →
Light the Menorah!: A Hanukkah Handbook
“The Festival of Lights is full of music, games, and laughter but also prayer and quiet meditation. Uncover everything needed for an outstanding Hanukkah in this collection of stories, scriptures, recipes, crafts, and more. Read aloud in English or Hebrew to the candle blessings or View →
The World Needs Beautiful Things
“When Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt, a young slave boy with feathers in his hair and colorful strings on his fingers finds extraordinary value in ordinary things, gaining attention from an unexpected source. Bezalel, from the biblical book of Exodus, is depicted in softly View →
The Disturbed Girl's Dictionary
“[A] harrowing, heartbreaking tour de force, a story of will and determination against all odds.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Marco Polo: Dangers and Visions
“©aptures the excitement and spirit of exploration that have kept Polo’s name and stories relevant, even as the world seems to get smaller.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Shanghai Sukkah
“The illustrations depict Shanghai and the Jewish community in their historical contexts, but the friendship, and a timeless theme, take center stage.” — Foreword Reviews View →