Reviews
“In this follow-up to Burn Out . . . the author has created a strong female character. . . . Driven by authentic-sounding dialogue, the plot moves quickly. . . . [T]eens will be satisfied with the storyline and looking forward to the next installment.”—School… View →
Chernobyl's Wild Kingdom: Life in the Dead Zone
“The Chernobyl disaster occurred over 25 years ago, and to today’s students, that’s ancient history! . . . Johnson does a thorough job recounting the events, and . . . [t]he reader is provided with plenty of information, pictures, notes, and more to further extend their 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 →
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 →
Transgender Lives: Complex Stories, Complex Voices
“Cronn-Mills has written an admirably informative and respectful book….This book should be on the shelf in all middle, high school, and public libraries where patrons could be seeking understanding and/or affirmation of the complexities of gender….Highly… View →
Flickr Cofounder and Web Community Creator Caterina Fake
“What makes this series exceptional is the easy-to-read text, the easy-to-understand language, and the photographs sprinkled throughout…. The series would be a relevant and welcome addition to the school library.” —Library Media Connection View →
Gangsters, Bootleggers, and Bandits
“The articles are colorful and visually interesting. The topic is also sure to be a good fit as a high interest low reading level addition to any school library.” —Library Media Connection View →
Out of Sync
“Each title is fast-paced, readable, and appropriate for both middle and high school readers.” —Library Media Connection View →
Their Skeletons Speak: Kennewick Man and the Paleoamerican World
“This title is hard to put down once you start it. This would be an excellent addition to every school library.” —starred, Library Media Connection View →
¿Sabes algo sobre mamíferos? (Do You Know about Mammals?)
“If your school offers science curriculum instruction in Spanish, this series is a ‘must-have’ addition.” —Library Media Connection View →
Put on Your Thinking Cap: And Other Expressions about School
“The pages are well designed, and the texts are lively. Since many of the idioms have mathematical, historical, or scientific connections, this series may be used across curriculums, with plenty of opportunities for writing activities.” —School Library Journal, View →
Muay Thai: Kickboxing Combat
“Martial arts is a popular topic with pre-teens, and this series will more than adequately fit the needs of both school and public libraries on the subject.” —Library Media Connection View →
Back-to-School Rules
“The story’s rhyme makes it fast-paced, and the colorful illustrations are fun to look at. Younger students will enjoy the humor, and teachers can use the story as a review of classroom rules.” —Library Media Connection View →
Escape from Planet Yastol
“With a story that will capture middle school readers and text that is not overly challenging for younger readers, this book will be enjoyed by many.” —Library Media Connection View →
“This is a beautifully written and illustrated nonfiction picture book for older elementary students. Marcel Marceau knew from the age of 5 that he wanted to be a silent actor like Charlie Chaplin. Marcel never lost sight of his dream, performing on stage for over 60 years and… View →
Hannah's Way
“Hannah’s Way is an American Jewish story that has not been told in picture books before. The time is the 1920s and the place is Northeastern Minnesota, a rural iron mining area called the Iron Range. After her father loses his job in Minneapolis, Hannah’s family moves to… View →
No Crystal Stair: A Documentary Novel of the Life and Work of Lewis Michaux, Harlem Bookseller
“The storytelling format, candid perspectives, supplemental images, and historic connections bring to life an unheralded individualist whose story will engage readers.”&mdashstarred, School Library Journal View →
Not a Buzz to Be Found: Insects in Winter
“This book answers the young child’s questions about what happens to insects during the winter season. It is a good addition to school and public libraries for units about the seasons or insects.” —Library Media Connection View →
From the Model T to Hybrid Cars: How Transportation Has Changed
“This series is a great beginning social studies unit for young learners.” —Library Media Connection View →
A-B-A-B-A—a Book of Pattern Play
“This book can be used as a read-aloud, not just in math, but to teach the basics of poetry, art, and music. This is a great addition to any school library. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
Give It a Push! Give It a Pull!: A Look at Forces
“This series would be a welcome addition to school libraries’ science section as well as elementary science classrooms. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
Goal!: The Fire and Fury of Soccer's Greatest Moment
For Goal!:“Stewart wraps a history of the game, bizarre incidents, record-setting achievements, and portraits of some of the game’s greatest players around absorbing, high-tension accounts of 10 renowned goals.”—School Library… View →
Are You Ready for Spring?
“This series deserves to be in every school and early childhood classroom. Both books are winners.”—Library Media Connection View →
