Reviews
Sam Bennett's New Shoes
“Thermes’s tale is chock-full of historical facts and tidbits. Her detailed illustrations show much about 18th-century life but stay focused on the central narrative. An author’s note explains that hidden shoes in the walls of old houses, called concealments, inspired View →
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Beowulf: Monster Slayer [A British Legend]
“Beowulf reads like ancient poetry, the dialogue rife with stately declarations of heritage, complete with ceremonial repetition, an effective mimic of the tradition.” —School Library Journal View →
Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie
“Based on a true story of an 1856 storm off the coast of Maine, Abbie’s tale is one of endurance and bravery. One of the best historical beginnings. . . refreshing cold blast of salty real life.” —School Library Journal View →
Let's Look at Prairie Dogs
“These easy readers introduce distinctly different animals (some, such as pigeons, prairie dogs, and bats, are united in their ‘perceived pest’ status) in a fun way.” —School Library Journal View →
The Capitol Building
“These attractive books use high-quality photos, illustrations, maps, and diagrams to take students to some of America’s most famous landmarks, providing information about the history, construction, and significance of each one.” —School Library… View →
Let's Look at Bats
“These easy readers introduce distinctly different animals (some, such as pigeons, prairie dogs, and bats, are united in their ‘perceived pest’ status) in a fun way.” —School Library Journal View →
Let's Look at Pigeons
“These easy readers introduce distinctly different animals (some, such as pigeons, prairie dogs, and bats, are united in their ‘perceived pest’ status) in a fun way.” —School Library Journal View →
Let's Look at Snails
“These easy readers introduce distinctly different animals (some, such as pigeons, prairie dogs, and bats, are united in their ‘perceived pest’ status) in a fun way.” —School Library Journal View →
Objects in Motion: Principles of Classical Mechanics
“I found the writing style enjoyable and appreciated the historical background. I recommend Objects in Motion for the middle and high school physical science classroom.” —The Science Teacher View →
Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright
“A colorful description of the ladybug’s life cycle, depicted in beautiful illustrations and expressed in poetic verse.” —The Science Teacher View →
All About Hanukkah
“Interesting and informative for both Jewish and non-Jewish readers, this little book really does tell ALL about Hanukkah. . .” —The Story Bag View →
Pitch and Throw, Grasp and Know: What Is a Synonym?
“Bright, colorful and appealing.” —Think & Discover View →
Loudmouth George Earns His Allowance
“Carlson’s familiar rabbits are set against colorful, busy scenes that buff up the action and underscore the ‘clean up your act’ message. Adults will grin and kids will giggle as the tables are turned on George once again.” … View →
Sam Bennett's New Shoes
“A coming-of-age tale, based on a fascinating tradition, traces the growth of a boy in colonial times. . . With underlying yellow hues and simply lined, folklike figures, the illustrations express warmth among a close-knit, early American family. An excellent choice for… View →
Smile a Lot!
“The prose is simple and peppy (lots of exlamation points), and boldly colored artwork in Carlson’s familiar style portrays the animal characters engaged in recongnizable home and school situations and activities. Carlson approaches the… View →
Thank You, God!: A Jewish Child's Book of Prayers
“This thoughtfully prepared book not only teaches the blessings that herald the holidays and that welcome and close each day and each meal, but also includes parts of the Mi Sheberach and the Kaddish, prayers to turn to as needed when a loved one is ill or has died or when… View →
The Winter Solstice
“Teachers will value the book’s multicultural approach as well as its simple, readable text and attractive watercolor illustrations.” —Booklist View →
“This gentle tale teaches an important ecological lesson with considerable grace. A poetic text embodies Lila’s love for her Grandpa and gives the book an endearing tenderness.” —Booklist View →
Between the Dragon and the Eagle
“. . . told in a simple fashion that makes the history understandable and will give children an idea of the scope of the ancient world and the many different cultures it contained. Any school that studies the Silk Road will want to have this on hand.” … View →
The Workers' Detective: A Story about Dr. Alice Hamilton
“. . .intriguing alternative to biographies of familiar women scientists such as Marie Curie.” —Booklist View →
How Much Can a Bare Bear Bear?: What Are Homonyms and Homophones?
“. . .the rhyming storybook form makes a grammar lesson enjoyable.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
I Am a Dancer
“This paean to movement uses spare, sophisticated, lyrical text to describe a child’s vision: ‘Sometimes I am a dancer / to a silent throb / that makes me / spin and sway / and try to fly.’” —The Horn Book Guide View →
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The Tale of La Llorona: [A Mexican Folktale]
“Each tale is paired with an illustration style that nicely reflects the culture.” —The Horn Book Guide View →