Reviews
A Perfect View: Book 3
“With a cozy, meaningful message and a charming Latina protagonist, this easy-reading volume is a great pick for elementary-schoolers eager for fantasy comics.”—Booklist View →
The Bolds to the Rescue
“Like [The Bolds], [The Bolds to the Rescue] can be read on a metaphorical level as a story with satiric edges about cultural outsiders looking for ways to fit in—or just enjoyed for its comical mishaps and broad humor.”—Booklist View →
The Palace of Memory
“Sedgwick keeps the pages turning with nonstop action; daring circus stunts; light mystery; and an interesting, multiethnic cast of characters. An abrupt ending signals more high-stakes adventures for Danny Woo and the Mysterium.”—Booklist View →
Vampires on the Run: A Quinnie Boyd Mystery
“Surrisi concocts a juicy small-town mystery out of tantalizing incidents and clues, red herrings, wild imaginings . . . and plot twists . . . . A comfy romp.”—Booklist View →
Ninja Plants: Survival and Adaptation in the Plant World
“The book offers solid proof that, in spite of their unobtrusive existence, plants can be ninjalike and are more sophisticated in survival than most people realize.”—Booklist View →
Porcupine's Picnic: Who Eats What?
“[T]here’s plenty of information to be gleaned from these pages. . . . Cheerful artwork and a narrative with plenty of repetition make this a great pick for group story time.”—Booklist View →
Smash!: Exploring the Mysteries of the Universe with the Large Hadron Collider
“Though it’s as dense as expected, Latta keeps the book from bogging down by offering clear, concise explanations that will appeal to those whose minds are already tickled by the mysteries of physics.”—Booklist View →
I Want a Friend!
“A simple, satisfying picture book on a timeless topic: making friends.”—Booklist View →
Jamal's Journey
“Touches of folktale blend well with this take on traditional and modern life.”—Booklist View →
Gus's Garage
“[A] tale for young tinkerers and gadget-lovers.”—Booklist View →
Strange Fruit: Billie Holiday and the Power of a Protest Song
“The format and back matter make this most useful in a classroom setting, but it will be effective in prompting a discussion about one of the darkest times in U.S. history.”—Booklist View →
The Search for Olinguito: Discovering a New Species
“This unique approach to animal study gives readers insight into a less commonly discussed area of scientific research, while simultaneously illuminating an elusive, ‘new’ animal.”—Booklist View →
How LEDs Work
“A good choice for motivated, capable readers.”—Booklist View →
Prom: The Big Night Out
“[F]or readers who are new to the idea of prom or are looking for an overview that reads like a teen magazine, this should be an easy sell.”—Booklist View →
Stickmen's Guide to Earth's Atmosphere in Layers
“Recommended for libraries where the series is already popular.”—Booklist View →
It's Diwali!
“Each page of this book includes photographs exploding with the color and vibrancy that is a hallmark of the holiday [of Diwali].”—Booklist View →
Dogs at War: Military Canine Heroes
“[A] thorough examination of U.S. military working dogs (MWDs). . . . This doesn’t skirt the darker parts . . . but happy-ending stories . . . abound, and the loyalty and respect soldiers have for their canine partners is undeniable.”—Booklist View →
Sammy Spider's First Bar Mitzvah
“Josh’s family is invited to cousin Ben’s bar mitzvah, and as usual, Sammy Spider is curious. The sentient arachnid manages to stow away, first in the family’s tallit bag and later in Mr. Shapiro’s jacket pocket, providing Sammy (and readers) with a close-up view of all the… View →
Underneath My Bed: List Poems
“Cleary is on his way to being an expert at introducing children to types of poems they would otherwise have no idea about. . . . The combination of the poems and illustrations will cause a laugh in even the most devout of poem dislikers.”—Booklist View →
The Negro Leagues: Celebrating Baseball's Unsung Heroes
“Presenting a concise and very readable history of the Negro leagues . . . [t]his well-researched book will be a worthwhile addition to any baseball collection.”—Booklist View →
Birds vs. Blades?: Offshore Wind Power and the Race to Protect Seabirds
“This handsome book offers a well-researched and enlightening discussion of a topic seldom mentioned in children’s books.”—Booklist View →
The Thief's Apprentice
“Twists and intrigue abound. . . . The writing is formal but clever, embracing robust vocabulary without feeling pedantic. . . . [T]he premise is appealing.”—Booklist View →
The Secret of Goldenrod
“[A] wistful and superlative coming-of-age story. . . . Perfect for readers who crave contemporary stories that feel like a classic, this is one to be re-read and enjoyed many times over.”—starred, Booklist View →