Reviews
The lives and conversations of four teenage friends embarking on required military service act as a frame-work to describe the structure of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Though this setup is forced and awkward, the text effectively explains the branches of… View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“Through beautiful language and illustrations, this book introduces lively characters whose faces express humor and cheer…They also celebrate by reading a book―just like us, when we pore over these fun pages.”―Jewish Book Council View →
Afikotective
“A friendly, and instructive, holiday affair.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Sammy Spider's First Day of School
“Spider Sammy stows away in Josh’s backpack, accompanying the boy to school. The students learn a lesson about the Jewish value of being kind to animals – put to the test once Sammy’s spotted. The text is didactic but accessible; though it obviously depicts… View →
Staying Happy
“This straightforward, easy-to-read book discusses what makes us happy as well as the forces that can hinder happiness, such as stress or anxiety. Murphy offers techniques to turn those situations around, including talking to a trusted adult. . . Tips on relaxation and on sharing View →
Songs from the Loom: A Navajo Girl Learns to Weave
“The color photographs of contemporary Navajo life are clear and engrossing, enhancing the solid text.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Mexican Dreidel
“Colorful pictures with Mexican influences complete this educational and charming story.”―Jewish Book Council View →
A World of Knowing: A Story about Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet
“Bowen’s biography reads well. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Road to Seneca Falls: A Story about Elizabeth Cady Stanton
“. . .a useful introduction to this strong female role model.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Girl Power in the Classroom: A Book About Girls, Their Fears, and Their Future
“. . .a good dose of pep talk about self-esteem.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Clouds of Terror
“Coping with a plague of grasshoppers on the Minnesota prairie in the 1870s, Helga and her brother are fishing when they become aware of an odd cloud approaching with a strange ‘deep hum’. . .The authentic details here carry a simple narrative that’s sure to… View →
Girl Power on the Playing Field: A Book about Girls, Their Goals, and Their Struggles
“. . .a good dose of pep talk about self-esteem.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“The visual appeal of these three books [A Walk in the Rain Forest, A Walk in the Prairie, A Walk in the Desert] and the high level of information would make them a valuable addition to a middle school library, especially for students with high interest but low reading… View →
“Collected fine art paintings show people reading in various places during different time periods. Twenty-three artists – such as Van Gogh, Vermeer, Matisse, and Picasso – representing diverse styles are included.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
On Sukkot and Simchat Torah
“In evocative prose, Fishman not only explains the holiday but also captures the joyous mood that infuses it, linking the day with the traditions of yesteryear.” — Booklist View →
It's Cloudy Today
“Providing answers to at least some of the interminable ‘why’ questions, these books feature an easy sentence or two per page on a large, attractive photograph.” —School Library Journal View →
What Is Hearing?
“Given their simple sentences, colorful layout, full-page photos, and well-chosen diagrams, these books will be useful for reports.” —School Library Journal View →
What Is Sight?
“Given their simple sentences, colorful layout, full-page photos, and well-chosen diagrams, these books will be useful for reports.” —School Library Journal View →
What Is Taste?
“Given their simple sentences, colorful layout, full-page photos, and well-chosen diagrams, these books will be useful for reports.” —School Library Journal View →
It's Snowy Today
“Providing answers to at least some of the interminable ‘why’ questions, these books feature an easy sentence or two per page on a large, attractive photograph.” —School Library Journal View →
It's Rainy Today
“Providing answers to at least some of the interminable ‘why’ questions, these books feature an easy sentence or two per page on a large, attractive photograph.” —School Library Journal View →
A Hanukkah with Mazel
“Calling all cat people! The true miracle of Hanukkah ends up being something money can’t buy.”―We Are Teachers View →