Reviews
Druscilla's Halloween
“The blend of origin tale and Halloween story is a fresh one, and Walker’s clever imagery and lively turns of phrase add vitality to the text.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
Double Cheeseburgers, Quiche, and Vegetarian Burritos: American Cooking from the 1920s through Today
“There are plenty of edible info bites here. . . readers will enjoy learning about the introduction of food phenoms such as Rice Krispies, TV dinners, and fast-food hamburgers. They’ll be intrigued to see the way the food landscape has changed, and they’ll join the… View →
"The last laugh is on Simon, though, and timid listeners who have been led to the brink of childhood disasters by a fearless will cheer his comeuppance . . ." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
Things That Shimmer
“A well-told story that will be savored by preteens and young people who find bits of themselves in it.”—Jewish Book Council View →
A Feather, a Pebble, a Shell
“Will appeal to all nature lovers as well as all readers who want to learn about the landscape of Israel. This beautiful book is a breath of fresh air.”—Sydney Taylor Shmooze View →
“The language is accessible for young digital artists, whether simply curious or just starting to experiment with the medium. Technology, art, and photography teachers will find this to be a valuable tool in daily lessons as well. Color pictures of digital art make the book eye… View →
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Isis & Osiris: To the Ends of the Earth [An Egyptian Myth]
“This is a good series to introduce a variety of stories to young readers who are interested in folklore, fairy tales, and mythology.” —Library Media Connection View →
"As the titles imply, these books are not just biographies, but discuss daily life, the loss of individual freedoms, the isolation of a people, economics, the impact on ethnic minorities, resistance, global reactions, and what the future may bring for each country."… View →
“With a down-home storytelling style that enlivens his already flamboyant subject, Porter treats Zora Neale Hurston’s life as if it were one of her own best stories. Porter’s book captures all the complications and contradictions of Hurston’s character, . . .… View →
The Blue Glass Heart
“This beautiful story incorporates both tangible and emotional experience with a sense of balance and calm.”―Jewish Book Council View →
“This is both a visual treat and an intellectual stimulation. Many of Vermeer’s unique and mysterious qualities are highlighted here, and readers will come away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of his talent and work after reading this book. Recommended.”… View →
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
“An engaging introduction to a volume with a remarkable history.”—The Horn Book View →
“The current installments in The Milo & Jazz Mysteries series most definitely live up to the high quality of their predecessors. . . They are fun page-turners that would make great additions to elementary school and public libraries.” —Library Media Connection View →
“. . .a riveting, scientific adventure tale. A fascinating selection for report writers, this is an exciting catch for paleontology and nature buffs as well.” —Starred, The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
“The current installments in The Milo & Jazz Mysteries series most definitely live up to the high quality of their predecessors. . . They are fun page-turners that would make great additions to elementary school and public libraries.” —Library Media Connection View →
Do You Know about Fish?
“This new series is colorful, informative, and, most important, kid friendly. . . This series will captivate students and leave them wanting more.” —Library Media Connection View →
Do You Know about Birds?
“This new series is colorful, informative, and, most important, kid friendly. . . This series will captivate students and leave them wanting more.” —Library Media Connection View →
The Steel Pan Man of Harlem
“The rich and beautifully rendered oil paintings provide the feel of the Harlem Renaissance.” —Library Media Connection View →
Raven Quest
“. . . Stewart’s tale has the excitement and mystique to lift animal-fiction lovers to new heights.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
An American Army of Two
" . . .A fresh and feminist glimpse of an unusual event during the War of 1812. . . A good addition to a genre that usually relies on the here-and-now or the never-was for its subjects." —The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books View →
Rumble & Spew: Gross Stuff in Your Stomach and Intestines
“Kids love to be grossed out and that is where this series excels. Based upon biology and elements of human anatomy these books are a great hook to help readers learn the facts about our bodies, well, the gross parts.” —Library Media Connection View →
Hanukkah Around the World
“This is another excellent addition to the holiday book collection by Lehman-Wilzig. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
The Bat-Chen Diaries
“I urge every parent out there to read this book with your kids…This is a must read.” View →
Book Two: The Shadow Spies
“Originally published in French under the title Les Enfants d’ailleurs, the Elsewhere Chronicles brings the charm and nuance of European comics to a new generation of readers who are sure to be captivated by the colorful art, smart dialogue, interesting story, and… View →