Reviews
Neon Words: 10 Brilliant Ways to Light Up Your Writing
“An engaging collection of ideas for group assignments, and fun for individuals, too.”—Booklist View →
Peacock and Sketch
“It’s an inventive introduction to the increasingly prevalent world of social media and fleeting fame, playfully positing that, while fun can be had in those arenas, real satisfaction comes through real-life friends and deeper interactions. The snazzy illustrations are a delight,… View →
Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
“A positive tool for celebrating a wide range of human diversity and all kids of familial love.”—Booklist View →
My Story Friend
“The illustrations are haunting, a surprising combination of line drawings and painterly backgrounds. They look like chalk pictures, if chalk could draw on the water or the night sky. . . . With the right listener, every story feels urgent. This book makes every reader a… View →
My Wandering Dreaming Mind
“The positive scaffold provides a hopeful launch pad for progress. . . . This fills a needed bibliotherapy niche for families, therapists, and school counselors. . . . A positive spin for all those who struggle with executive function and those who love them.”—Kirkus… View →
The Not-So-Scary Dog
“Beneficial to families. . . . A fear of dogs is no match for serviceable practicality.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Once Upon My Dads' Divorce
“A heartfelt conversation where both parents model ideal behavior during a divorce, talking through Grayson’s feelings together and making clear that the divorce stemmed from mutual change rather than animosity . . . perfectly practical.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Out of the Fires: A Journal of Resilience and Recovery after Disaster
“The aftermath of a natural disaster becomes an educational narrative. . . . [T]he child’s emotional journey will reassure both young people and adults.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Peacock and Sketch
“A fame-obsessed peacock gains much-needed perspective. . . . A helpful title for kids growing up in the social media age.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Pooka and Bunni
“Two siblings discover they can accomplish amazing things together. . . . Zivoin is never preachy, allowing young readers to absorb the gentle lesson about sibling love, acceptance, and just getting along. . . . No sibling rivalry in this tender and loving tale.”—Kirkus… View →
Pockets Full of Rocks
“Engelberg, a psychologist, pens a simple and compelling story of parental depression. . . . Haley illustrates depression with dark clouds, adding layers of texture to brighten the clouds and present depression in the story as an illness, not a villain. By the end, Ella’s… View →
Psychology for Kids: The Science of the Mind and Behavior
“This kid-friendly introduction to psychology describes what the science is, what psychologists do, and how they do it. . . . A useful and engaging overview of the science of mind and behavior.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Quiet as Mud
“A gently paced ode to the silent and soft-spoken. . . . Yolen has crafted an idyllic safe space for daydreamers, shrinking violets, and selectively mute little ones and a sweetly surreal alternative point of view for everyone else. . . . Mild-mannered mindfulness that leads by… View →
Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
“A welcome addition to rainbow bookshelves.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Red Yellow Blue
“Fans of Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld’s Friendshape (2015) or Michael Hall’s Perfect Square (2011) may find this title complementary . . . comes with a potentially useful note to adults on how to use the book to promote self-esteem and forgiveness.… View →
Remembering Ethan
“A family begins healing following a devastating loss . . . the child has real agency; Sarah effects change in the family dynamic that leads to cathartic healing. The delicate illustrations are expressive and effective. Useful psychologist’s tips in the backmatter guide… View →
My Wandering Dreaming Mind
“Whatever the writer’s capacity, time constraints, or creative mood, these pages offer a trove of ideas to spark inspiration, among them exercises and crafting activities such as list making, shape poems, hand-crafted haiku holders, dialogue practice, and journaling. A… View →
Not Every Princess
“The authors keep their messaging to a minimum; coupled with the emotion and humor in Docampo’s artwork, it goes a long way to helping the book feel like a book and not just a resource.”—Publisher’s Weekly View →
Ouch Moments: When Words Are Used in Hurtful Ways
“Genhart clearly articulates how, when bullying occurs, it can be hard to know what to do. He encourages readers to avoid responding in kind, practice kindness (both to themselves and others), and talk to adults. It’s a solid resource for conflict meditation in clinical or… View →
Quiet as Mud
“A softly joyous picture book that traces the experience of preferring noiselessness . . . emphasizes the child’s sense of oneness with the world. . . . Combined, text and art radiate contentment.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
“A joyous tribute to LGBTQ families.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Ouch Moments: When Words Are Used in Hurtful Ways
“People of all ages can learn and grow from the message of this offering. A great addition to collections.”—School Library Journal View →
Peacock and Sketch
“Prabhat’s use of vibrant colors coupled with Peacock’s expressive poses amplify his proud handsomeness. Readers will note the similarities between Peacock and Mo Willems’s beloved Pigeon, while enjoying the illustrations and wisdom imparted. . . . A gorgeously illustrated… View →
Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
“A win for LBGTQIA+ families and libraries seeking to diversify their shelves.”—School Library Journal View →