Reviews
The Seventh Day: A Shabbat Story
“Cohen’s text expresses a joyous mood of appreciating wonders provided by God and being mindful of giving thanks for such gifts. Hall’s mixed-media compositions swirl with color and energy.” View →
“. . .attractive and will enhance science collections.” —School Library Journal View →
Sammy Spider's First Passover
“Using cut-paper artwork made festive by cheery patterns, Kahn depicts a contemporary human family…and a mother-son spider duo reminiscent of Eric Carle’s creations.” View →
“[The seder scene] reaps the benefits of the author’s extensive research, and does a remarkable job of making the experience come alive for the reader. The painted illustrations add just the right amount of drama to the story.” View →
It's Tu B'Shevat!
“The simple rhyming text moves fluidly from one page to the next and the slightly stylized illustrations, in a soothing color palette, are serene… The concept of yearly growth is conveyed nicely.” View →
“Cute animals, sweet thoughts and loving ways inform the pre-school crowd about the various names for grandparents in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish. The targeted readers, ages 3-6, will find the situations amusing and comforting.” View →
Janusz Korczak's Children
“This short chapter book with illustrations on each page…is a good way to introduce the subject of the Holocaust to children in grades 2-5.” View →
“Highly recommended for all ages, it conveys a joyous message: learning the structure and meaning of the rituals and prayers will add to our enjoyment of celebrating Shabbat and the Jewish festivals.” View →
The Shapes of My Jewish Year
“The bold and colorful illustrations enhance the text, but the drawings can also stand alone and can be enjoyed without reading the text. Young non-readers will enjoy recognizing and identifying the familiar shapes of Shabbat and the Jewish holidays.” View →
Passover Around the World
“Wolf’s soft impressionistic paintings and colorful maps sustain a festive mood and greatly compliment the book’s design…After reading this book, families may well want to add a new twist-or dish-to their own traditions.” View →
Matzah Ball: A Passover Story
“Kahn’s soft-focus, warmly colored illustrations will gladden young baseball enthusiasts…this distinctive effort scores at least a triple.” View →
Home for a While
“Ultimately, the book is as much a model for foster parents as it is a story to provide validation of foster children’s experiences . . . . Gentle and wise—especially as a read for foster parents.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
My Whirling Twirling Motor
“A practical, sensitive depiction of a child with ADHD facing challenges and receiving affirmation . . . . Compassionate, helpful, and wise.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
You'll Find Me
“At a time when many kids are facing the loss of a loved one due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this title offers a reassuring take on the topic. . . . Reflecting the gentle tone of the book, the illustrations are soft and warm and are primarily in pastel… View →
Accordionly: Abuelo and Opa Make Music
“Members of multiracial families may have more in common than expected . . . . Even more, the boy’s problem-solving abilities offer an opportunity to talk to children about situations that trouble them, and possible solutions. A thoughtful picture book for storytime and one-on-one… View →
All My Stripes: A Story for Children with Autism
“Bright, cartoonlike illustrations differ from book to book but are cheerful and upbeat, while the writing is simple and accessible, if purposeful. All titles include notes for parents and caregivers on the subjects, strategies for helping children cope, and web… View →
All the Feelings under the Sun: How to Deal with Climate Change
“A cross between an emotional support workbook and a climate change science primer. . . . For students interested in environmental issues and climate change, as well as the emotions that these topics stir up, this may be just the book they need. Some of the exercises included are… View →
Bee Heartful: Spread Loving-Kindness
“This light tale is a good introduction to the practice of meditation for youngsters.”—School Library Journal View →
Papa, Daddy, and Riley
“Crayon and wash textures feature in Holzwarth’s warm illustrations, in which moody shadows and backgrounds convey underlying emotions . . . . [T]he message—that what makes a family is love—is sound.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Band Together
“There’s much to appreciate about the cozy, domestically focused art and the way Douglass destigmatizes social anxiety.”—Publishers Weekly View →