Reviews
Hornets: Incredible Insect Architects
“With outstanding color photography accompanied by clear, scientific text, the Insect World series provides a close-up look at the life cycle and habits of some amazing organisms. . . It’s easy to understand why Markle is an award-winning nature writer. This series of books View →
“Clear narrative details the defensive strategies used by the prey animals and each animal species’ place within the food chain of life. The musk oxen, for instance, depend on bulk in size and numbers, along with knifelike horns. . . The photographs are superb, and the… View →
Space Disasters
“Whether you are a space fanatic or just a casual reader, this book on space disasters will be fascinating.” —NSTA View →
Mystery Fish: Secrets of the Coelacanth
“Mystery Fish would be a nice addition to a classroom or a school library because it focuses on ecology, biology, animals, and the exploration of science from the perspective of a scientist. Students like these types of ‘strange and mysterious creatures’ and would… View →
Senses at the Seashore
“Enter the seashore world as you enjoy Senses at the Seashore. . . will encourage and support the beginning reader with authentic experiences to which they can relate. . . predictable sentence patterns and highlighted sensory words make this an excellent book for emergent… View →
Environmental Disasters
“This book is an informative portrait of environmental tragedies occurring on a global scale.” —NSTA View →
Crafts to Celebrate God's Creation
“Clever craft ideas, based on the first portion of Genesis, show how to make items representing the earth, night and day; the sun, moon, and stars; land and water; plants and flowers; birds, fish, insects, and animals; and people, stressing God’s love for them. . . Some… View →
Christian Crafts for Christmastime
“A collection of 28 crafts for families to make while focusing on the story of Jesus’s birth and the Christian spirit of the holiday. . . Sunday-school teachers and families looking for a religious focus for the holiday will find some worthwhile activities here.”… View →
“This charming introduction to the peafowl family presents facts and color photographs in an easy-to-read format. . . An informative and enjoyable book.” —School Library Journal View →
Will and Orv
“. . .Emphasis is on the drama and excitement of the flight itself. Watercolor illustrations are true to the time and place. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Demanding Justice: A Story about Mary Ann Shadd Cary
“In seven succinct chapters, this brief biography effectively outlines her life, allowing for some interesting reading. . . An important addition about a much over-looked figure.” —School Library Journal View →
Senses at the Seashore
“Rotner has created a wonderful book with minimal text. . . and glorious, full-bleed color photographs that evoke the sights, the smells, the sounds, and the look of things at the beach. . . The message regarding how we use our senses comes across effortlessly.”… View →
Cooking the Vietnamese Way
“The narrative pieces are smoothly written and offer interesting tidbits. The authors are either natives or have some family connection to the country under discussion. All in all, these are good resources for reports and for older kids who want to add something new to their… View →
From Idea to Book
“. . . useful as an introduction to student-made books. Both grade-level and reluctant readers may enjoy it in its curricular context.” —School Library Journal View →
Day of the Dead
“Non-Latino youngsters will enjoy the links between Halloween and the Day of the Dead traditions and will shiver with pleasure at the decorations and treats that may seem slightly ghoulish to those unfamiliar with the holiday. Knutson’s lively illustrations reflect Mexican… View →
Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright
“This is an informative study in a whimsical, colorfully illustrated package filled with close-ups. A fun, cheery addition for early reader science collections.” —School Library Journal View →
I Am an Artist
“This lyrical, almost poetic, text puts forth the idea that art is a process – a way of living and seeing – as well as a manifestation in the form of a finished product. The emphasis is on that process rather than on an end result. This is a valuable concept to share… View →
Things That Shimmer
“This is a well-written and thoughtful coming-of-age novel suitable for public libraries, synagogue libraries, and school libraries.” – Assocation of Jewish Libraries View →
Stop and Go, Yes and No: What Is an Antonym?
“Effectively presents examples of antonyms and creates an engaging learning experience.” —Oneota Reading Journal View →
African Elephants
“Young students will be drawn into the exciting world of African Elephants in Knudsen’s latest book.” —Oneota Reading Journal View →
Exercising
“A great guide for getting kids excited about exercising.” —Oneota Reading Journal View →
