Reviews
Forensic Identification: Putting a Name and Face on Death
“The explanations are clear and to the point: this is how the unknown dead are identified, and these are the tools the scientists use in the identification process. Written by a board-certified forensic anthropologist, the book contains color photos (some quite graphic), diagrams,… View →
Fly, Chick, Fly!
“The soft artwork is the strength of this sweet picture book about a baby owl reluctant to leave the nest… this book can be enjoyed simply for the antics of an endearing bird or appreciated for its larger theme of growing up.” —School Library Journal View →
What Are the Articles of Confederation?: And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
“Informative sidebars and colorful graphics enhance these lively narratives. Salem and Oregon Trail especially stand out because they give young readers an understanding through the eyes of people who lived at the time. Articles is a more linear, factual account, clearly showing… View →
“Sukkot is a time of joyous celebration, and a time to be grateful for the abundant crops that nourish us. Just as we must feed our bodies, these delightful new childrens’ stories will nurture our children’s minds and imaginations as they learn the wonders of this important Jewish… View →
Sparrow, Eagle, Penguin, and Seagull: What Is a Bird?
“Youngsters are sure to enjoy the book and so will their parents, older siblings and teachers….This book should be on the shelves of any library frequented by young readers.” —Science Books & Films View →
The Girl Who Owned a City: The Graphic Novel
“This graphic novel adaptation of Nelson’s 1975 story maintains the original tension and finds room for political discourse.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Steve Jobs: Technology Innovator and Apple Genius
“A valuable introduction to [Jobs’] life and legacy.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Being a DJ
“Good selections for browsing and for students who might be considering out-of-the-box careers.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Carter's Christmas
“Fictional children describe family celebrations in these volumes that are suitable for either individual or group reading…. All the cartoon illustrations are nicely done, with bright colors and animated characters… Appealing selections.” —School Library View →
Volunteering Smarts: How to Find Opportunities, Create a Positive Experience, and More
“Both authors use friendly, conversational styles, resulting in narratives that are straightforward and readable, with key facts and tips highlighted so readers can easily find the main points.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Sparrow, Eagle, Penguin, and Seagull: What Is a Bird?
“The energetic rhyming text and zany cartoon illustrations will captivate students and make it fun to learn about what makes each group distinctive. Goneau’s cartoon creatures nicely complement the facts that Cleary imparts in his rhythmic narrative… Solid additions to… View →
Your Circulatory System
“This series will be useful in any collection needing updated texts about the human body… These titles will appeal to browsers, and the strong back matter makes them useful for reports as well.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
A Dollar, a Penny, How Much and How Many?
“Mathematical concepts can be daunting for children of all ability levels, but using such concrete examples in a storybook format makes this a spot-on introduction to some very abstract concepts. To be used either as a primary mathematics classroom resource or as a unique storytime View →
What Does a Screwdriver Do?
“Using very simple language and only a few sentences per page, these titles introduce common tools. Each book shows the parts of the subject (which are easy to identify in close-up photos) and explains how the item is used and by whom. All the volumes include a list of safety tips… View →
Upland Bird Hunting: Wild Turkey, Pheasant, Grouse, Quail, and More
“[T]hese profiles of North American game hunting and fishing are valuable for their breadth of coverage.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple 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 →
American Rock: Guitar Heroes, Punks, and Metalheads
“From bluegrass to blue-eyed soul and bubblegum pop to hip-hop, readers discover the exciting evolution of music in America…. This informative set will be useful for reports and of high interest to reluctant readers.” —School Library Journal, Series Made… View →
Graffiti Culture
“Edgy topics with ‘pros and cons’ will provoke discussion. The daring art represents whimsical self-expression in a variety of wacky forms. The chaotic page design may challenge some readers. The many flavors of hip ‘street style’ include branding (like Coke View →
Battle of the Dinosaur Bones: Othniel Charles Marsh vs Edward Drinker Cope
“These books showcase major scientific developments and the brutal competition behind the scenes. They are highly engaging accounts of researchers resorting to cheap shots, spying, and double crossing to take credit for pivotal discoveries. But they are also disturbing… View →
Bruno Mars: Pop Singer and Producer
“These crowd-pleasing titles will fly off the shelves. Written in shorts chapters and sentences, with easy font size, and filled with well-captioned, eye-popping photographs, they will draw in readers…. The writing style is engaging throughout.” —School… View →
Emanuel and the Hanukkah Rescue
“Emanuel, inspired by the whalers who frequent his father’s shop in New Bedford Massachusetts, dreams of a life at sea. According to his father, ‘the life of a whaler is lonely and dangerous’ and he encourages Emanuel to become a merchant when he grows up. Emanuel views View →
Street Art
“Edgy topics with ‘pros and cons’ will provoke discussion. The daring art represents whimsical self-expression in a variety of wacky forms. The chaotic page design may challenge some readers. The many flavors of hip ‘street style’ include branding (like Coke View →
Meltdown!: The Nuclear Disaster in Japan and Our Energy Future
“Bortz clearly explains the science underlying the 2011 disaster at Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. After a discussion of earthquakes and tsunamis, the focus shifts to nuclear physics, notorious disasters (including Fukushima), and the debate about the safety of… View →
Friend Me!: 600 Years of Social Networking in America
“From early Native American cultures to present-day scientists hoping to interact with possible extraterrestrial beings, people continue to reach out to others for a variety of purposes. Black-and-white photographs and diagrams combine with sidebars and a well-researched text to… View →