Reviews
Swing around the Sun
“A well-loved collection of seasonal poems, first published in 1965, is revived for a new generation, creating a rich, vibrant reading and viewing experience. An exceptional marriage of poetry and art that will encourage children to write and illustrate their own seasonal poems,… View →
The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft
“This account of a real event employs a suspenseful text that will keep readers engaged to the very end. A great nonfiction choice for newly independent readers.” —School Library Journal View →
Sybil Ludington's Midnight Ride
“This is a worthwhile addition to history collections, especially those in need of titles for early or reluctant readers.” —School Library Journal View →
The Seventh Day: A Shabbat Story
“A lovely telling of the creation story from a Jewish viewpoint. . . Hall’s mixed-media illustrations brightly dance across the pages, moving the story along to the first Shabbat (Sabbath), concluding with a simple prayer.” —School Library… View →
Forests & Jungles
“One of the strengths of this series [Vanishing from] is the variety of animals covered. . . each book in this series will be a wonderful addition to any school library.” —Science and Children View →
“One of the strengths of this series [Vanishing from] is the variety of animals covered. . . each book in this series will be a wonderful addition to any school library.” —Science and Children View →
Apple Cider Making Days
“The autumnal palette gives a warm and welcoming tone to the topic. ‘Cider Lore’ is appended.” —The Horn Book Magazine View →
Wolf Pack: Tracking Wolves in the Wild
“The authors’ detailed treatment of animal behavior and communication is unusual in a juvenile trade book. The unusually clear and informative photographs done are worth the price of the book.” —Science and Children View →
“Teachers will love the many ways in which this excellent book supports students’ development in both science and language arts.” —Science and Children View →
Wheels and Axles
“The print is clear, the graphics are excellent, and every page contains an illustration. The Early Bird Physics series is a much-needed and valuable resource for integrating informational reading and providing authentic experiences in physical science for young children.”… View →
Clinging Sea Horses
“. . .a wonderfully illustrated book describing the life of a sea horse. Grades K-2 would benefit greatly from the pictures and enjoy the book as a read-aloud, while older children would be able to decipher the vocabulary words on their own.” —Science View →
Cottontail Rabbits
“This beautifully illustrated book takes advantage of young learners’ fascination with soft, furry animals to model essential science literacy skills such as posing questions, observing, and classifying.” —Science and Children View →
Clyde Tombaugh and the Search for Planet X
“This story is fascinating. . .” —Science and Children View →
A Walk in the Prairie
“The visual appeal of these three books [A Walk in the Prairie, A Walk in the Desert, A Walk in the Rain Forest] 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 →
A Walk in the Desert
“The visual appeal of these three books [A Walk in the Desert, A Walk in the Rain Forest, A Walk in the Prairie] and the high level of information make them a valuable addition to a middle school library, especially for students with high interest but low reading ability.”… View →
“This book would be a valuable addition to any elementary or middle school library.” —Science and Children View →
A Head Full of Notions: A Story about Robert Fulton
“. . .an inspiration to children. . .” —Science and Children View →
Listening to Crickets: A Story about Rachel Carson
“I highly recommend this book. . .” —Science and Children View →
What Are You Figuring Now?: A Story about Benjamin Banneker
“An easy-to-read story. . .” —Science and Children View →
Marsh Morning
“Through rhythmical verse couched in musical terms and colorful luminous watercolor paintings, this book takes young readers through a day in a marsh from dawn to day. . . Young readers will enjoy the versified text and illustrations. For them, the book will be a fascinating… View →
Earth Cycles
“[A] concise introduction. . . scientific information is presented in an easily understood format. . .” —Science Books & Films View →
Love and Roast Chicken: A Trickster Tale from the Andes Mountains
“The plot twists and turns energetically; in the end, Cuy saves himself from being dinner by fooling Tio Antonio once again. Knuston’s robust prints, characterized by heavy black lines and subdued colors, are remarkably effective in conveying experessions and humor. "… View →