Reviews
Secret Diary: Book 1
“The painted art is done with a rich, glowing palette…. Enjoyable reading for both sexes and all ages.” —Publishers Weekly View →
The Shabbat Princess
“The Shabbat Princess is a fun, colorful book perfect for the three-to-five year old crowd, girls, in particular. For many in this age group, there is nothing more special than dressing up for an occasion. In The Shabbat Princess, Rosie starts asking questions… View →
Freedom!: Book 1
“Annie has a wide range of expressions, from her perked ears to the tip of her pert tail, a perfectly captured paragon of kittenhood…. This gentle story of discovery is kept lively with Annie’s antics, interior dialogue, and interactions with the creatures, human and… View →
Iceberg, Right Ahead!: The Tragedy of the Titanic
“Although the book is not lengthy, its riveting format will draw its audience in and will certainly encourage further investigation.” —Library Media Connection View →
“When Marcel Mangel was a little boy, his father took him to see a Charlie Chaplin movie. Marcel was amazed to see that the comic actor was able to make people laugh out loud even though he did not say a word. This uncanny ability made Marcel want to be just like Charlie, and he… View →
The King Who Wouldn't Sleep
“Singleton uses a traditional fairy tale structure in an altogether new and funny story, great for reading to groups, who will early spot the green-suited farmer watching from a distance before he makes his first trip in with a wiggling bag of animals. Bright, simple watercolor and View →
Beep and Bah
“The story is awash in fanciful colors, quirky backdrops, kid humor (Nickelodeon style), wonderful expressions, and plenty of action. Sure to have kids clamoring for more.” —School Library Journal View →
Who Were the Accused Witches of Salem?: And Other Questions about the Witchcraft Trials
“This accessible guide is attractively designed and concisely written…. A solid, informative title.” —School Library Journal View →
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of Black Peter: Case 11
“This graphic format brings the lesser-known Sherlock adventures to light. Readers who enjoy the series will be pleased with these additions.” —School Library Journal View →
A Secret Keeps
“Any child who has ever anticipated a surprise or experienced the delight of a new pet will enjoy this story.” —School Library Journal View →
Catch & Release
“This is a novel about acceptance and moving on when life throws a curveball.” —School Library Journal View →
Elmer and Super El
“The spreads are done in vivid colors and have everything Elmer fans have come to expect. This adorable tale shows young readers that even superheroes need help once in a while.” —School Library Journal View →
What Are the Articles of Confederation?: And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
“The ‘six questions’ approach (who, what, where, when, why, how) provides a useful framework, taking readers through events in an easy-to-understand progression…. Period paintings, prints, and maps provide visual interest. Teachers will appreciate the list of… View →
Drowning Instinct
“The novel begins slowly but quickly builds steam—and controversy—with unexpected turns and revelations. Neither the victims nor the predators are stereotypical and that ambiguity, while unsettling, is sure to spark discussion.” —School Library Journal View →
“Expressive animal characters stand in for people, but their activities and the objects they use, from hairbrushes to running shoes, all relate solidly to a youngster’s experience. Cheery pen-and-ink illustrations pop off the background, which makes effective use of white… View →
Feet and Puppies, Thieves and Guppies: What Are Irregular Plurals?
“Crazy costumes, silly glasses, and comical expressions keep the mood as light as the author’s bouncy narration…. This volume is a great addition to classroom and library collections.” —School Library Journal View →
A Leaf Can Be . . .
“A lovely observation about nature, suitable for a variety of science units or individual sharing.” —School Library Journal View →
I Want to Win!
“The quirky pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations, which are replete with amusing details, enliven the simple, sweet story. The protagonist’s facial expressions are particularly comical. Fans will cheer on Little Princess in her quest for victory.” —School… View →
Beep and Bah
“Burks’ digitally created illustrations are appealingly cartoonish, with exaggeratedly angular animals and bright, candy colors (a few landscapes call Dr. Seuss to mind)…. This will be a perfect fit for kids drawn to graphic novels but not quite ready for a full-length… View →
Hannah's Way
“Hannah smiled as she folded her hands in front of her on her desk when Miss Hartley declared, ‘This Saturday is our fall picnic.’ Her family had just moved from Minneapolis to northern Minnesota and it would be the perfect time to make a few new friends. Hannah’s heart View →
Tarantulas: Supersized Predators
“Uncommonly useful… Solid additions to science collections.” —Booklist View →
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Ša, Native American Author, Musician, and Activist
“This title will fill the gap in most libraries of strong, non-stereotypical Native American role models.” --Library Media Connection View →