Reviews
Ghost Diamond!
“These imaginative books will appeal to readers with a quirky sense of humor.” —School Library Journal View →
The Lonely Beast
“This is a story of longing and perseverance with a touch of humor as Beast even interviews (wearing a tie) on TV. A general purchase for most libraries.” —School Library Journal View →
Ultraviolet
“A first-rate read.” —School Library Journal View →
In Trouble
“In Trouble should be available in every library serving young adults.” —School Library Journal View →
I Am So Strong
“The only disappointment is that the book is over so soon. Better read it again.” —starred, Publishers Weekly View →
I'm Sure I Saw a Dinosaur
“The damp English chill is almost palpable in Reynolds’s outdoor scenes, as is the nearly unstoppable momentum of a crowd’s folly…. As Willis and Reynolds proved in Who’s in the Bathroom? (2007), a little transgressive humor never did anyone any… View →
In Trouble
“Author Levine has broached a delicate subject in the hope that readers will reflect upon what life was like for women before Roe v. Wade and where our nation could be headed if we refuse to learn from our history…. It’s also a stark reminder of ‘the more things… View →
Ruby, Violet, Lime: Looking for Color
“Worthy of even the most overflowing of colorful collections, this is sure to be the beginning of many a color adventure, both in school and out.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
What Can't Wait
“Marisa’s gritty, compassionately related story will resonate with teens in immigrant communities. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
The Sunflower Sword
“The book could be used for settling disputes and would be a useful tool to combat bullying. The protagonist and his mother are endearing characters, and the message of the book comes through loud and clear via the text and the illustrations. Recommended.” —Library… View →
“This book would be a good supplement to a unit on how news reporting has changed over time.” —Library Media Connection View →
Fortunately, Unfortunately
“This book is perfect for a young children’s storytime. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
When I Woke Up I Was a Hippopotamus
“MacRae’s (Baby Pie) verse gets a good boost from Collins (Doodleday), who manages the boy’s transformations and accompanying chaos in sprawling, detailed watercolor cartoons that evince a firm but funny hand. Readers should especially appreciate how… View →
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Ša, Native American Author, Musician, and Activist
“Drawing from semiautobiographical stories that Zitkala-Sa wrote for the Atlantic Monthly in the early 1900s, Capaldi and Pearce eloquently describe her experience at a Quaker boarding school, where she laments the loss of her culture, but also develops passions for violin and… View →
Sadie's Sukkah Breakfast
“The book charmingly teaches a lesson about a holiday and its observance, and is appropriate for religious education as well as family reading time.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Talia and the Rude Vegetables
“This laugh-out-loud title keeps the little jokes coming.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Jumping Jenny
“There is something about a book that makes us laugh and think at the same time! Jumping Jenny is one of those both engaging and thoughtful.” — Working Mother View →
The Look Book: 50 Iconic Beauties and How to Achieve Their Signature Styles
“[T]he best part of this book is the introduction to iconic faces young people may have never seen before.”—Booklist View →
Fall Mixed Up
“With giddy abandon, Cameron’s (A Day with No Crayons) bustling, mixed-media artwork has fun with this story’s gleefully wacky premise….Even observant kids may not pick up on all of the art’s switcheroos on the first read, and will gladly follow… View →
In Trouble
“Valuable insight into a time when abortions were illegal and pregnant teenagers were hidden away instead of filmed for a reality TV show.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Escape from Planet Yastol
“A quick pace—punctuated with the siblings’ spats, creatures with polka dots, slavers, deserts, bird droppings and Josh’s frequent references to his original story—moves this volume along nicely. Every time Josh faces a new villain or challenging environment, he wishes… View →
Fall Mixed Up
“A true celebration of fall certain to be a winner with teachers and children alike; here’s hoping that the rest of the seasons will follow.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
In Trouble
“In Trouble is a book filled with surprises and mystery that readers won’t be able to put down until the very last page.” —SLJTeen View →