Reviews
A Leaf Can Be . . .
“Salas explores the many functions a leaf can serve with simple grace…. Dabija bathes her mixed-media scenes in a fuzzy glow, creating a welcoming environment in every spread.” —Publishers Weekly View →
I Want a Party!
“Ross’ scrawly lines and endearingly sloppy watercolors make this another easy-to-read, easy-to-love entry into the continuing adventures of this rascally royal.” —Booklist Online View →
Can You Tell a Gecko from a Salamander?
“All three titles are filled with sharp, colorful photographs with engaging close-ups of special characteristics.” —School Library Journal View →
“[A] wise and funny book.” —The Horn Book Magazine View →
Popular Clone
“The story is quick flowing and if first-time author Castle can clone this fun in future sequels, he’ll be popular for sure.” —Booklist View →
“Paranormal gets a twist in this entertaining start to a new series about Kali, who alternates between being a normal 16-year-old one day and a vampirish demon hunter the next….Kali is a worthy character to follow: sarcastic and self-sufficient, but also… View →
Feet and Puppies, Thieves and Guppies: What Are Irregular Plurals?
“While consistently centered on communicating grammar with wit and precision, Cleary juggles meter and rhyme with seemingly effortless skill. Meanwhile, Gable’s colorful and frequently zany illustrations support the text with humor and intriguing details. A surprisingly… View →
The White Zone
“Marsden’s latest book puts a face on a bitter, centuries-old conflict that continues to rage…. This tense novel will be particularly useful in the classroom.” —Booklist View →
Catch & Release
“Woolston’s novel offers intriguing characters, contemporary ethical questions, and a story that will have appeal to a wide range of readers.” —Booklist View →
Under His Spell: Book 4
“Fans of the series…will enjoy the premise of pitting fairies against mortals, the artwork’s Wizard of Oz switch from black-and-white to color upon Bethany’s entrance into the fairy realm, and, of course, the middle-school appropriate romance, with the jock girl… View →
Beep and Bah
“It’s a ride is rich enough in slapstick, comical mishaps, jokes and general silliness to make anyone want to invite themselves along.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Elephant Talk: The Surprising Science of Elephant Communication
“How do elephants communicate over long distances? With infrasound—frequencies lower than the human ear can hear. Readers will learn more fascinating facts about these social animals in this colorful, information-packed volume, which also explores how elephants connect with each… View →
The Case of the Vanishing Golden Frogs: A Scientific Mystery
“Illustrated with excellent photos and microscopic views, this profile of a ‘science detective’ underscores the vital importance of curiosity, inquiry, and shared communication in scientific work.” —Book Links View →
The Case of the Vanishing Golden Frogs: A Scientific Mystery
“Notable for its clear, direct text and design, this volume recounts biologist Karen Lips’ 1996 visit to a mountain forest in Panama, where she discovered that the Panamanian golden frogs she had studied four years earlier had all died. Lips’ research led to worldwide… View →
Elephant Talk: The Surprising Science of Elephant Communication
“How do elephants communicate over long distances? With infrasound—frequencies lower than the human ear can hear. Readers will learn more fascinating facts about these social animals in this colorful, information-packed volume, which also explores how elephants connect with each… View →
The White Zone
“A decently executed exploration of the American presence in Iraq and the tensions between Shiites and Sunnis.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
In Search of the Fog Zombie: A Mystery about Matter
“Budding ‘braaaiiinnns’ may be tempted to repeat some of the experiments for themselves.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
When I Woke Up I Was a Hippopotamus
“This is a fun book that encourages using one’s imagination and is sure to appeal to a wide variety of youngsters.” —Library Media Connection View →
Say Something, Perico
“Using the story of Perico, Harris teaches readers how cruel people can be to those they don’t understand and what it means to be accepted, making this picture book a great choice for libraries and classroom read-alouds.” —Library Media Connection View →
Investigating Magnetism
“The series is a great beginning science unit for middle aged learners.” —Library Media Connection View →
In Trouble
“This novel would be great as a discussion starter.” —Library Media Connection 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 →
“Kali is a likeable, compelling heroine. Her dual existence rings true to normal teen angst about getting along with parents, making friends, and surviving high school.” —School Library Journal View →