Reviews
Ellen Ochoa: Breaking Barriers in Space
“Simple and factual, these titles provide sufficient introductions of these noteworthy people to the intended audience. . . . These titles are attractive and informative.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
This book is everything a board book should be! It is cute and fun with engaging pictures for youngest readers. The rhyme is spot on and fun to read aloud. View →
A Good Cook: Book 7
“This engaging series features a diverse range of stories and characters. The text is thoughtfully structured with simple sentences and repetitive phrases that are ideal for early readers, and color illustrations bring each story to life. Plenty of context clues and visual supports View →
Timothy Dinoman and the Attack of the Dancing Machines: Book 2
“Written with an eye toward non-stop action paired with wry humor, this Timothy Dinoman story will greatly appeal to graphic novel enthusiasts. Reviewer Rating: 4”—Children’s Literature View →
Timothy Dinoman Saves the Cat: Book 1
“Action-packed, filled with snappy banter, featuring enjoyable characters, and colorfully illustrated, this graphic novel will gain and hold reader’s attention. Reviewer Rating: 4”—Children’s Literature View →
Twist, Tumble, Triumph: The Story of Champion Gymnast Ágnes Keleti
“A stirring expression of the triumph of the human spirit.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
First Job 101: A Teen Guide to Employment
“This friendly guide should be in every library that serves middle and high school students. . . . The text itself begins with discussions about realistic first job opportunities, searching and applying for a job, creating a resume, and interviewing techniques. In the second half… View →
An Etrog from Across the Sea
“This book reinforces the importance of Jewish traditions and family for Jewish children at a time in America when there is rising anti-Semitism.” —Children’s Literature View →
The Language of Flowers
“The appealing pictures, done in gouache, show colorful blooms along with patrons celebrating their many milestones.”—Booklist View →
Touch the Sky
“This is a book that soars on multiple levels, grounded in the sense memories of the playground while not only serving as a practical guide but also capturing the challenge, excitement, and wonder of conquering your first swing.”—starred, Booklist View →
Call the Bee Doctor!: How Science Is Saving Honey Bees
“Although complex concepts are introduced, Markle presents the necessary background details readers need to follow along. Information is well organized with photographs and illustrations adding visual interest . . . A great resource for research projects and nature enthusiasts,… View →
The Doll Test: Choosing Equality
“Cooper’s visuals enhance Weatherford’s assured storytelling, creating a harmonious blend that amplifies the story’s impact. Weatherford’s elegant and relatable explanation of the significance of the Clarks’ work is more than a recounting of facts;… View →
Hanukkah Hippity-Hop
“A jaunty introduction to Hanukkah activities for the toddler set.”—Horn Book Magazine View →
Charley and Seymour's Hanukkah Miracle
“Young readers and listeners will enjoy the silliness, and possibly the knowledge that they have better memories or deduction skills than Charley. The solution Seymour suggests (don’t try this at home) is reminiscent of the Hanukkah legend of the oil miracle.” —Horn View →
Oy, Santa!: Or, There's a Latke to Learn about Hanukkah
“A witty exchange of letters between a Jewish boy and Santa Claus that promotes religious understanding. . . . [An] informative, funny book . . . for readers of all faith traditions.”—Spirituality & Practice View →
A Mitzvah for George Washington
“This fascinating story offers encouraging evidence that young people can do important things. . . . An uplifting historical account for younger readers, and a necessary reminder of the importance of religious inclusion.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Oy, Santa!: Or, There's a Latke to Learn about Hanukkah
“A highly entertaining holiday book that will be popular with readers of all ages. . . . Highly recommended for all collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Sedimentary Rocks: Hit the Road and Discover a World That Rocks!
“Ah, the striated beauty of sedimentary rock. If you didn’t appreciate it before, you will after reading this selection from The Rock Cycle Road Trip series . . . . [A]n effective approach.”—starred, Booklist View →
Freedom Braids
“A poignant tale of courage and resistance and of long-standing cultural traditions.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
And, Too, the Fox
“In soaring lines of poetry that feel as graceful as the creature they describe, Limón (In Praise of Mystery) considers a fox seen in a fenced backyard . . . The sense of having entered the world of a wild animal for a few unexpected moments lingers in this refreshing… View →
Perfect Match: The Story of Althea Gibson and Angela Buxton
“Althea and Angela’s love of the game of tennis is as obvious as the challenges they face in the eyes of adversity. Readers will be cheering for their successes long after the last page is turned. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
I Fuel: How Energy Powers Our Busy World
“The illustrations are colorful and accurately identify the journey of fuel overtime for young readers. Vehicle lovers will enjoy this behind the scenes look at the fuel that powers their favorite machines! Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
The Remarkables: The Most Incredible Children I've Met — So Far!
“An oversized 5+ picture-book catalogue of children, featuring an elastic child, a child made of cupcakes, a thunder child, a mirror child and many more, each with their own foibles, friends and family dynamics. Witty and vividly illustrated, it will have young readers pointing out View →
The Remarkables: The Most Incredible Children I've Met — So Far!
“Clotilde Perrin’s The Remarkables: The Most Incredible Children I’ve Met—So Far!, translated from the French by Daniel Hahn, introduces readers to the 38 kids that the author (Inside the Villains; Gotcha!) has encountered “on my… View →