Reviews
Sports Are Fantastic Fun!
“This book is fantastic fun and a strong addition to any nonfiction collection.”—School Library Journal View →
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation
“A great pick for middle school nonfiction collections.”—School Library Journal View →
Diet for a Changing Climate: Food for Thought
“A great resource for those exploring environmental issues and seeking ways to combat climate change.”—School Library Journal View →
Coming Up Clutch: The Greatest Upsets, Comebacks, and Finishes in Sports History
“A solid purchase for those lacking an up-to-date sports encyclopedia-style item.”—School Library Journal View →
A Fall Ball for All
“Fedele’s art perfectly captures the scene of a northern woods. . . . Great for storytime or one-on-one sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
The Flight of Swans
“A finely crafted and compelling fairy-tale retelling. Hand to voracious fantasy readers and fans of Gail Carson Levine and Shannon Hale.”—School Library Journal View →
Girls on the Line
“[E]xplores a moment of contemporary history and a culture that is underrepresented in YA realistic fiction. . . . Recommended purchase, especially for YA collections serving older teens or new adults.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
“A sweet way to transition from easy readers to beginning chapter books. Children will ask for these stories again and again.”—School Library Journal View →
Shark Quest: Protecting the Ocean's Top Predators
“A must-purchase for libraries with fans of Shark Week.”—School Library Journal View →
The Universe Ate My Homework
“A lively and interesting STEM-focused addition.”—School Library Journal View →
I, Claudia
“A must-read for YA fans of political thrillers . . .”—School Library Journal View →
The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just
“A must-purchase picture book biography of a figure sure to inspire awe and admiration among readers.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
The Visitor
“Simply gorgeous in pictures and words, this is a terrific read-aloud selection and a great story to spark conversation.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Detective Gordon: A Case for Buffy
“The charming pastoral setting, Gordon’s wry antics, and Buffy’s heartfelt journey will provide much comfort to fans of the series, especially on rainy days or before bed.”—School Library Journal View →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
“Delicate full-color watercolors add to the gentle, dreamy atmosphere of the neighborhood as Yu’er, her friends, and readers discover the simple magic and wonder in everyday life.”—School Library Journal View →
The Monarchs Are Missing: A Butterfly Mystery
Blending crisp full-color photos with accessible text, Rebecca E. Hirsch explains how modern-day citizen scientists of all ages are helping researchers solve the mystery of why The Monarchs Are Missing (Millbrook, Jan. 2018; Gr 3-7). This engaging book grabs readers right from… View →
“A solid addition for storytime and small group sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
Poor Little Rabbit
Baby-Toddler—Oh no! Little Rabbit has taken a tumble and hurt his arm. (And there’s blood!) The plaintive bunny gazes out tearfully, ears drooping, as an unseen narrator urges readers to apply a bandage, sing a nursery rhyme, stroke Little Rabbit’s ears, and wipe his… View →
Jane Austen: Her Heart Did Whisper
“A good choice where Janeites are plentiful.”—School Library Journal View →
Self-Driving Cars: The New Way Forward
“Even those who are not tech enthusiasts will find something of interest to learn and contemplate.”—School Library Journal View →
The Ghostly Carousel: Delightfully Frightful Poems
“A highly recommended purchase for Brown fans and those who relish poems that go bump in the night.”—School Library Journal View →
The Epic Origin of Super Potato: Book 1
“A zany, funny selection that will entertain kids and the adults who might be reading over their shoulders.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Crayola ® Wild World of Animal Colors
“A vibrant informational picture book that will encourage primary grade readers to learn about the use of colors in animals’ anatomy and behavior.”—School Library Journal View →
A Dog Named Haku: A Holiday Story from Nepal
“[S]trikes just the right balance between warm family and holiday tradition, perseverance in the face of tragedy, cultural exploration, and animal rescue.”—School Library Journal View →