Reviews
Nathan Hale: America's First Spy
“[A]n engaging and informative introduction to the world of espionage.”—School Library Journal Series Made Simple View →
The T-Rex Who Lost His Specs!
“[L]ibraries in search of more books about wearing glasses, humor, or dinosaurs will find this a pleasant addition, suitable for one-on-one and group sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
Sanctuary: Book 2
Gr 5-8–Craig McGowan continues his work investigating crimes in Edinburgh at the behest of Silex, a gargoyle watching over the city from the cathedral roof. Craig looks into strange disappearances and a resurgence in crimes that haven’t been committed in nearly 100 years and is… View →
“[A] delightful collection of short stories to be read aloud all in one glorious bedtime gulp or rationed to last a week.”—School Library Journal View →
The Stone Bird
“A sweet and tender reminder to treasure the power of imagination.”—School Library Journal View →
“An amiable folktale set in Syria and suitable for one-on-one and small group sharing.”—School Library Journal View →
Economic Inequality: The American Dream under Siege
“[A] valuable resource for young adults attempting to untangle the complexities of economics . . .”—School Library Journal View →
The Turnaround
“[F]ast-paced with clear-cut resolutions . . . will resonate with mystery and suspense fans.”—School Library Journal View →
The Extra Point
“With action-packed sequences on the field and riveting plots off of it dealing with timely topics, such as sports injuries and sexism, this series will appeal to hi-lo readers on a fourth grade reading level.”—School Library Journal View →
“Suggest for one-on-one sharing where parents are looking for a gentle and humorous moral tale.”—School Library Journal View →
The Monarchs Are Missing: A Butterfly Mystery
“A fine choice for most public and school library collections, particularly those that promote active engagement with the natural world by citizen scientists of all ages.”—School Library Journal View →
Fandom: Fic Writers, Vidders, Gamers, Artists, and Cosplayers
“A must-have nonfiction purchase for libraries where pop culture reigns strong.”—School Library Journal View →
Underneath It All: A History of Women's Underwear
“[E]ndlessly fascinating, a great addition to nonfiction collections.”—School Library Journal View →
The World Cup: Soccer's Global Championship
“Once again, Doeden has demonstrated his sharp skills as a sportswriter.”—School Library Journal View →
The Mystery of the Tree Stump Ghost: Book 2
“[F]or fans of adventures in the vein of The Powerpuff Girls.”—School Library Journal View →
Losing the Girl: Book 1
“MariNaomi skillfully weaves webs of intrigue, and fans of suspenseful graphic novels will be interested in how events play out.”—School Library Journal View →
Tying the Knot: A World History of Marriage
“This highly readable text would be a commendable addition to a social science collection for its pertinent information on cultural studies.”—School Library Journal View →
Outrageous Animal Adaptations: From Big-Eared Bats to Frill-Necked Lizards
“Whether exploring the book as a resource for a science project or to satiate curiosity, readers will have trouble looking away from the occasionally gross-out photos and lively text.”—School Library Journal View →
Seeing into Tomorrow: Haiku by Richard Wright
“A must for all children’s collections. These verses are an introduction to haiku as well as an entry point into Wright’s work; they can be read aloud to younger children or enjoyed independently by older readers.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Belinda the Unbeatable
“A great comic book for the early elementary crowd.”—School Library Journal View →
Honor Code
“A book to recommend to readers who enjoy relevant gritty issues . . .”—School Library Journal View →
The Disturbed Girl's Dictionary
“This complex story of love and loss can lead to insightful discussions about the problematic label of ‘disturbed.’ . . . Purchase where Isabel Quintero’s Gabi, a Girl in Pieces is popular.”—School Library Journal View →
Snowy Owl Invasion!: Tracking an Unusual Migration
“[I]nterviews and accompanying photographs set the book apart and bring the story to life. The writing is easy to understand and never boring. . . . An excellent purchase for STEM collections.”—starred, School Library Journal View →