Reviews
Matter and Energy: Principles of Matter and Thermodynamics
“The five volumes in this series [Secrets of the Universe] clearly explain complex subjects in well-organized texts.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Relativity and Quantum Mechanics: Principles of Modern Physics
“The five volumes in this series [Secrets of the Universe] clearly explain complex subjects in well-organized texts.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“With the current proliferation of CSI-type television programs and the heightened interest in forensic matters exhibited by all age groups, Ron Fridell has authored a hip introduction entitled Forensic Science as a contribution to the 10-part… View →
“The study of the interaction of science and technology with society is now part of the mainstream of today’s science curriculum. Today, even textbooks include sections about the interactions among science, technology, and society [STS]. In Spy… View →
“These books [Beans, Potatoes, and Tulips] would be extremely useful for teaching lessons on plants to primary children.” — Science Books & Films View →
“Roberts leaves no holes in this solid biography: he covers not just his subject’s artistic accomplishments but also the cultural and political contexts in which Dylan made (and makes) music, his legendary self-mythologizing, and his notoriously prickly persona.”… View →
Flying Giants of Dinosaur Time
“the information is thorough and well organized around scientific concepts. The color illustrations feature often fierce feathered dinosaurs or reptiles in various acts of survival.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Sea Giants of Dinosaur Time
“the information is thorough and well organized around scientific concepts. The color illustrations feature often fierce feathered dinosaurs or reptiles in various acts of survival.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Smartest Dinosaurs
“the information is thorough and well organized around scientific concepts. The color illustrations feature often fierce feathered dinosaurs or reptiles in various acts of survival.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Deadliest Dinosaurs
“the information is thorough and well organized around scientific concepts. The color illustrations feature often fierce feathered dinosaurs or reptiles in various acts of survival.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Red, White & True Blue Mallory
“Lively writing and humorous illustrations will make readers happy to tag along on a class field trip to Washington, D.C.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Think Happy!
“This well-meaning book, illustrated with Carlson’s signature animals and bright colors and patterns, may prove useful to readers seeking emotional guidance.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Benjamin and the Silver Goblet
“Flowing, textured illustrations in deep hues display the story’s drama and suspense.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“These books [Beans, Potatos, and Tulips] would be extremely useful for teaching lessons on plants to primary children.” — Science Books & Films View →
Calamity Jane
“Humor, richly colored. . . illustrations, and accessible text sprinkled with colloquialisms combine for an enjoyable read.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
John Henry
“Humor, richly colored. . . illustrations, and accessible text sprinkled with colloquialisms combine for an enjoyable read.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Pecos Bill
“Humor, richly colored. . . illustrations, and accessible text sprinkled with colloquialisms combine for an enjoyable read.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Breathe: A Ghost Story
“Haunting imagery and fully realized supernatural mythology charge this eerie ghost story.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft
“Newly independent readers with a penchant for true adventure will welcome these new entries [The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft and Rescue on the Outer Banks] in the On My Own History series.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s… View →
Cooking the Turkish Way
“These cookbooks feature recipes for such traditions fare as lamb kebabs, as well as lower-fat and vegetarian dishes. Introductory sections on each country’s culture and cuisine provide excellent material for school reports. Glossaries of exotic ingredients and… View →
Doña Gracia Saved Worlds
“A beautifully illustrated, historical biography of an inspiring Jewish woman.”—Booklist View →
The Girl Who Struck Out Babe Ruth
“Fiery play action and the august presence of Ruth and Gehrig should keep boys’ interest blazing, but girls especially will relish vivid descriptions of Mitchell’s devilish pitching ability. Plenty of colored-pencil illustrations draw readers onto the diamond and… View →
Sophie's Monster Goes to Shul
“Adorably illustrated picture book.”—Lilith Magazine View →
“Striking color photographs of people from around the world illustrate each theme and generate a sense of connectedness across cultures.” —The Horn Book Guide View →