Reviews
The Wizard of Sound: A Story about Thomas Edison
“. . .a clear and lively style. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Buzzing Rattlesnakes
“This interactive approach is designed to spark discussion and should be especially appealing to young listeners. The eye-catching photos nicely complement the writing. . . good starting points for sparking interest in the topics, especially for libraries that serve a large… View →
"Librarians, teachers and students will appreciate this series of beginning non-fiction books that will supplement a classroom unit or satisfy a young student’s request for ‘a book I can read about. . .’" —Library Media… View →
Hanukkah Around the World
“This tour of Hanukkah includes information on its historical significance and the ways in which it is celebrated in places like New York City, Turin, Sydney and Warsaw. After an introductory section about the history, terminology and customs associated with the holiday, the book View →
Pinky Bloom and the Case of the Missing Kiddush Cup
“Strange things are happening at Lucy Chang’s family’s restaurant. False smoke alarms, mysterious noises, bad fortune cookies, and mice are driving customers away. Lucy desperately needs her best friend, Pinky Bloom, to solve this case before her parents sell the business and… View →
Arctic Explorer: The Story of Matthew Henson
“Accurately written and filled with precise details about Arctic survival skills and Inuit customs, the book is a jewel of an adventure story. With black-and-white photographs, a bibliography of primary and secondary sources, and an index, it’s a worthwhile and up-to-date… View →
Count Your Way through Greece
“. . .concise, interesting information. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Count Your Way through France
" . . .attractive. . ." —School Library Journal View →
Clinging Sea Horses
“Numerous full-color photos capture the eye.” —School Library Journal View →
Gold Mountain
“Ling Fan felt like my indomitable best friend—I was rooting for her as she faced impossible stakes and truly terrifying villainy. I loved this book!”—Karen Bao, author of The Dove Chronicles series View →
Gold Mountain
“A story of strength, courage, and resilience that not only brings the past to vivid, complex life, but has much to say about the present…thrilling, engrossing, and moving. I couldn’t put it down.” —Kate Racculia, author of Bellweather… View →
Rhyme and PUNishment: Adventures in Wordplay
“The man behind the Words Are CATegorical series here introduces puns galore via homophones and homonyms. . . factoids and visual clues help to decipher the meaning of the puns.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Dearly, Nearly, Insincerely: What Is an Adverb?
“A playful, rhyming text and cartoon art vividly explain adverbs and their functions.” —Publishers Weekly View →
Between the Dragon and the Eagle
“. . . there are interesting episodes along the journey, good period background, and an interesting plot.” —School Library Journal View →
Colors of Japan
“The soft, fluid, in some cases almost monochromatic pictures suit the narrative.” —School Library Journal View →
Rosh Hashanah: A Family Service
“Whether these books are used for family services or as checklists for discussing the High Holidays with young children, they are a welcome, thought-provoking addition to the Jewish Kid Lit.” View →
It's Hanukkah Time!
“Coloured photographs of radiant faces, intense concentration, the fun of doing, the joy of achieving, the special love between grandchildren and grandparents—all that and more make It’s Hanukkah Time! a perfect book for preschoolers.” View →
Too Many Cooks: A Passover Parable
“A funny, cumulative story replete with ingredients kids know will be yucky, refrains they will love to act out and colourful, energetic pictures that make Too Many Cooks a welcome addition to Jewish storytelling for young children.” View →
This Last Adventure
“A sensitive, touching story . . . With a family history of the disease, I can’t wait to hand this book to the younglings in my family.”—#1 New York Times Bestselling author Aprilynne Pike View →
This Last Adventure
“As empowering and inspiring as it is heart-wrenching, this book will no doubt comfort kids who are dealing with the emotions and struggles that come with watching an aging loved one go through changes, whether from Alzheimer’s or another condition.”—Christina Collins,… View →
This Last Adventure
“This Last Adventure has something for everyone: family, friendship, a little bit of fantasy, and a whole lot of heart. I loved it.” —Dusti Bowling, author of Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus and The Canyon’s Edge View →
When Lightnin' Struck
“When Lightnin’ Struck weaves tragedy, bullying, and family secrets into a riveting adventure. A small story with Texas-sized heart!”—Joyce Moyer Hostetter, author of Blue View →
The Button Box
“A profoundly inspiring look at interfaith love and courage that will thrill and move readers. Timely and timeless.”—Karuna Riazi, author of the Gauntlet series View →
No Rules for Michael
“No Rules for Michael is illustrated in bright cheerful colours. Preschool is a happy place where facial expressions tell their own story. In all, a charming picture storybook.” View →