Reviews
Life According to Dani
“Few books capture the strength and subtlety of children’s emotions as honestly as those in the Dani series. . . . [T]his beginning chapter book is an inviting choice for group sharing or independent reading.”—Booklist View →
All Aboard for the Bobo Road
“The numerous vibrant details make this a great choice not only as a counting primer but also for use as an introduction to Burkina Faso culture and geography.”—Booklist View →
The Alligator's Smile: And Other Poems
“The mother-and-son team of Bug Off! Creepy, Crawly Poems (2012) here focus on alligators. . . . [T]his is an intriguing blend of wordplay-rich verse, visuals, and introductory information.”—Booklist View →
Wired Man and Other Freaks of Nature
“Kaufman takes a well-tread YA premise and breathes heart and grit into it. . . . Packed with depth, joy, and hope, Kaufman’s book is ultimately a story of how to be a friend—a topic that is always prescient for young adults.”—starred, Booklist View →
Plants Can't Sit Still
“With a doctorate in biology, Hirsch understands her subject, but equally important is her ability to communicate with well-chosen words that make the ideas fun and memorable for children. . . . A new way to see the plants around us.”—starred, Booklist View →
Like a Bird: The Art of the American Slave Song
“Beautiful illustrations and short, informative paragraphs come together. . . . While excellent for music classes, the wealth of historical context makes this a good pick for lessons on the history of U.S. slavery as well.”—Booklist View →
Urban Biologist Danielle Lee
“A good introduction to a working scientist who serves as a role model for others interested in the field.”—Booklist View →
High Five, Mallory!
“Friedman nails the first-person narrative as 10-year-old Mallory obsesses about the start of school . . . .”—Booklist Online View →
The Human Microbiome: The Germs That Keep You Healthy
“This thoroughly researched introduction to human microbes . . . leaves no stone unturned. . . . [T]his comprehensive volume makes for a valuable classroom resource.”—Booklist View →
Understanding Suicide: A National Epidemic
“This examination of a difficult topic . . . is careful to stay blame- and judgment-free, making it a particularly successful resource.”—Booklist View →
Heart or Mind
“The present-tense, plot-driven narrative is compelling. . . . While it is written with the high/low reader in mind, this will likely have appeal for readers at any reading level.”—Booklist Online View →
The Executioner's Daughter
“Hardstaff imbues her debut novel with rich, sensory language. . . . ©lever Moss’ compelling story is a gratifying one, and kids who love spooky, grim tales will easily be lured in.”—Booklist View →
Stickmen's Guide to Watercraft
“[A] boatload of facts ensures that students will come away with a rich understanding not only of the parts of various types of watercraft but the fundamental ways they move around. Deeply informative and pleasantly approachable, this is sure to make a splash.”—starred,… View →
John F. Kennedy's Presidency
“Rowell diverges from too many children’s titles that lionize the youngest-ever POTUS to offer a finely balanced biographical overview. . . . Without disputing his mythic appeal, Rowell shows JFK’s human side.’”—Booklist View →
Doping in Sports: Winning at Any Cost?
“Building on the notion that misinformation is the enemy of prevention, the book seeks to make a strong case against doping through frank discussion and honest answers to sticky questions.”—Booklist View →
Believe Your Eyes: Book 1
“The multicultural cast and universal themes make this a promising start to a series and a solid introduction to graphic novels.”—Booklist View →
Media: From News Coverage to Political Advertising
“In a society where one flubbed line can become a meme overnight, critical thinking is key, and Donovan excels at supplying the tools. Get this to kids right away—preferably before Super Tuesday.”—Booklist View →
“With whimsical, humorous, and sweet touches, this will easily capture kids’ fancies. Vivid, slick, animated illustrations have retro flair, incorporating both cartoonish and intricate, scrutiny-inviting details. . . . Blending a fantastic premise with a familiar tale of… View →
Tripping Back Blue
“Hand to teens on the edge of new-adult readership who seek a gritty, twisting, high-stakes plot overlaid with pensive, well-crafted language.”—Booklist Online View →
On the Sapphire's Trail: Book 2
“[T]he fine-lined figures, cartoon action, warm colors, and fanciful scenes make this fablelike title very appealing. A pleasant choice for young comics fans looking for a gentle fantasy adventure, even if they are new to the series.”—Booklist Online View →
Stay in the Game
“There is plenty of fast-paced suspense to keep the interest of reluctant readers. . . . [T]his suspenseful series starter is a good purchase for libraries looking to add more genre fiction to their high/low collections.”—Booklist Online View →
Digital Safety Smarts: Preventing Cyberbullying
“[This] series is aimed at readers who have grown up using the Internet but may not fully understand what they intuitively do online. . . . This solid series will be useful for teachers who want to help their students become savvier digital natives.”—Booklist Online View →