Reviews
Rotten Pumpkin
“An ecology lesson, an inspiration for readers’ theater—or a compelling read all on its own.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Irving Berlin: The Immigrant Boy Who Made America Sing
“A book to share that celebrates an immigrant and his abiding love for his adopted country, its holidays, and his ‘home sweet home.’”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Manjhi Moves a Mountain
“Churnin’s prose has an elegance appropriate for her inspiring tale. . . . Heartening.”—School Library Journal View →
In a Village by the Sea
“In circular fashion, this simple story’s narration unfolds, with great power behind the few words on each page.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Case of the Poached Egg: A Wilcox & Griswold Mystery
“A whodunit for newly independent readers with wordplay galore.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake: A Wilcox & Griswold Mystery
“Readers ready for chapter books will solve the crime and then be surprised by the twist at the end. Here’s hoping for more hard-boiled detecting from Wilcox and Griswold!”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
“[A]n engaging overview to inspire socially minded readers.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Small Matters: The Hidden Power of the Unseen
“A solid invitation to find out more.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
How to Live on the Edge
“An engaging tale of vulnerability and control.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Stone Giant
“Read aloud or explored independently, this original fairy tale will whet the appetite for more Swedish imports.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
A Story About Afiya
“A unique and beautiful combination of poetic story and expressive art.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Accursed Inheritance of Henrietta Achilles: Book 1
“An entertaining adventure.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Wide World of Coding: The People and Careers behind the Programs
“This attractive, engaging volume is a must-have for every school library.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Into the Deep: Science, Technology, and the Quest to Protect the Ocean
“[P]erfect for homework and leisure exploration. A captivating and well-researched deep dive into oceanography.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
A Is for Another Rabbit
“[A]n excellent elementary-age read-aloud. Creative, comedic, and carrot-loads of fun.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Tell Me: What Children Really Want to Know about Bodies, Sex, and Emotions
“Funny and frank, this will be an important resource for many kids.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Too Far From Home
“Readers will respond to this portrait of a proud, loving family in a difficult situation.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
Wishes, Dares, and How to Stand Up to a Bully
“Although it’s set in the 1960s, the story reflects timeless issues that will resonate with modern readers. A fresh, inspiring exploration of a daunting issue.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
I Am Brown
“The global outlook is a refreshing corrective to often confining Western understandings. . . .This message of the normalcy and joy of being brown is upbeat and uplifting.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Taking Time
“Author/illustrator Loring-Fisher has created something truly special with this picture book. . . .A must-have for anyone sharing books with young children—simply exquisite.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Buen Shabat, Shabbat Shalom
“What sets this book apart is the use of Ladino, a Spanish-derived language of the Jewish Diaspora not widely spoken worldwide. Families with a Sephardic background will particularly appreciate this book.”— Kirkus Reviews View →
Earth Day and the Environmental Movement: Standing Up for Earth
“Essential reading.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Apollo 13: A Successful Failure
“A powerful narrative of an awe-inspiring event.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Follow Those Zebras: Solving a Migration Mystery
“A hopeful and helpful addition to any nature library.”—Kirkus Reviews View →