Reviews
Cracking the Wall: The Struggles of the Little Rock Nine
“. . .Well written. . . Making the events memorable for young readers. . . The ideal supplement to units on civil rights and African-American history.” —School Library Journal View →
John Henry
“These easy readers introduce tall tale characters from American history. . . Krensky gives children a feeling for the characters as well as the flavor of the time and the story’s setting.” — School Library Journal View →
Happy Birthday, Mallory!
“Mallory’s enthusiasm is infectious and she can be understanding when things don’t go her way. . . Cartoonlike drawings and large print make the story accessible to early chapter-book readers.” —School Library Journal View →
Botones para el general Washington (Buttons for General Washington)
“This is an excellent series to entice Spanish-speaking beginning readers (and Spanish learners) to appreciate well-known events in the history of the United States.” —MultiCultural Review View →
Robert Smalls Sails to Freedom
“Offers full-page color illustrations and provides believable text that captures the story of the slave boy who grew up to be a free man.” —MultiCultural Review View →
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Anansi and the Box of Stories: [A West African Folktale]
“These lively, fast-paced classic folktales, in a format that is easy to read, will appeal to young readers in grades two through five. Colorful illustrations matched to the text and a glossary also assist new readers in developing their skills.”… View →
“. . .a wonderfully reassuring book. . . Counselors will find this positive message useful and the picture book format very accessible. It is a must addition for library collections on the hard to find topic of emotions. Highly Recommended.” —Library Talk View →
Afikotective
“With her trademark sense of lighthearted fun, Amalia Hoffman presents readers with a delightful family of bears who are celebrating the Passover seder. Bright colors and simple graphics are sure to engage readers.”—Jewish Book Council View →
No One Saw: Ordinary Things through the Eyes of an Artist
“This picture book has some beautiful full-color reproductions of paintings. . . Reference features include a list of paintings, and brief biographical notes for all the contributing artists. An art teacher would find this a useful book for introducing artists and their work to a View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“Fun, funny, and fully heartfelt. Everyone needs true-blue friends like Lizbeth’s. SuperChicken for life.”—Kristin L. Gray, author of The Amelia Six and Vilonia Beebe Takes Charge View →
Like Spilled Water
“[A]n immersive, riveting book…Liu weaves an inspiring story through compelling characters.”—Jennifer Moffett, author of Those Who Prey View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“Lizbeth and her pod of “weirdos” will make you laugh then steal your heart. This hilarious and heartfelt gem is moving straight to my “favorites” shelf."—Lisa Lewis Tyre, author of Last in a Long Line of Rebels and Hope in the Holler View →
Like Spilled Water
“Full of suspense and honesty, Like Spilled Water is an illuminating and heartrending examination of cultural norms, gender roles, and the complexity of family relationships in China today.” —Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I… View →
How to Do It Now Because It's Not Going Away: An Expert Guide to Getting Stuff Done
“Listen up, parents! With real-life examples, tons of practical tips and strategies, and a super-readable format, How to Do It Now will transform the homework situation for high school and college students alike!” —Amy McCready, author of The “Me, Me,… View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“One of those books that explores difficult topics…with grace and good humor.” —Rebecca Petruck, author of Boy Bites Bug and Steering Toward Normal View →
How to Do It Now Because It's Not Going Away: An Expert Guide to Getting Stuff Done
“Hey Guys! This book is the easiest and fastest way for you to learn how to help yourself. If your parents are constantly on you about school stuff, how you manage your time or things like that you’ll definitely want to use this book.” — Ryan Wexelblatt, View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“This gorgeously illustrated picture book for animal lovers feels like it could become a Hanukkah classic. A funny and delightful Hanukkah read.”―Book Riot View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“The animals come to life in this beautifully illustrated Hanukkah book.”―We Are Teachers View →
Hanukkah Around the World
“Travel all over the world with this fact-filled Hanukkah book.”―We Are Teachers View →
Maccabee!: The Story of Hanukkah
“Looking for books that teach young readers the history of Hanukkah? This one does it through rhyme…and the rest is history.”―We Are Teachers View →
A Hanukkah with Mazel
“Calling all cat people! The true miracle of Hanukkah ends up being something money can’t buy.”―We Are Teachers View →
The Mexican Dreidel
“Colorful pictures with Mexican influences complete this educational and charming story.”―Jewish Book Council View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“Through beautiful language and illustrations, this book introduces lively characters whose faces express humor and cheer…They also celebrate by reading a book―just like us, when we pore over these fun pages.”―Jewish Book Council View →
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
“An important story that illuminates how people of different faiths recognized the value and significance of this manuscript and worked together to keep it safe.”―School Library Journal View →