Reviews
“Librarians, teachers and students will appreciate this series of beginning non-fiction books that will supplement a classroom unit or satisfy a young student’s request for ‘a book I can read about. . .’” —Library Media Connection View →
“Librarians, teachers and students will appreciate this series of beginning non-fiction books that will supplement a classroom unit or satisfy a young student’s request for ‘a book I can read about. . .’” —Library Media Connection View →
Love and Roast Chicken: A Trickster Tale from the Andes Mountains
“An all-around laugh-out-loud delight.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review View →
Bedtime for Maziks
“Parents—and grandparents—will relish reading aloud as much as the children will enjoy hearing and following along.”—The Jewish Voice and Opinion View →
“Readers, young and old, will chuckle at the story, appreciate the rabbi’s advice, and applaud Bernstein’s wise and creative adaptation. . . Great for all ages. . . you will say this book is ‘terrific, terrific!’” … View →
Raven Quest
“An abundant amount of nail-biting action make this book highly readable book a worthwhile addition to any library’s fantasy section.” —VOYA View →
Rebecca's Prayer for President Lincoln
“This book for children ages 5-9 tells of a Jewish family whose father lost a hand fighting for the Union in the Civil War, referencing the story of Jews having been slaves in Egypt to connect with the father explaining that he had a moral imperative to free African-Americans from… View →
It's Fall!
“Glaser’s poetic text celebrates the sights, sounds, and activities of fall: jumping in leaves, watching animals prepare for winter, and planting bulbs for next spring. . . Swan’s cut-paper illustrations are bursting with color and movement, reminding us that even… View →
Sisters Against Slavery: A Story about Sarah and Angelina Grimké
“. . .an engaging read.” —Horn Book Guide View →
Pouncing Bobcats
“Each of the books in this series offers an easy-to-read introduction to a common animal.” —Horn Book Guide View →
“Close-up color photos accompany this basic, easy-to-read introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of this fish.” —Horn Book Guide View →
“. . .the simple design and clearly written, informative text will appeal to readers who enjoy nature.” —Horn Book Guide View →
A Walk in the Prairie
“. . .the simple design and clearly written, informative text will appeal to readers who enjoy nature.” —Horn Book Guide View →
Count Your Way through Greece
“. . .easily digestible. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Count Your Way through Mexico
“. . .playful. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Hello Europe!
“This carefully designed book combines striking photographs with a brief but engaging text that is sure to inspire readers to seek more information on the land, people, and animals of Europe. . . [T]his is a. . . solid introduction to the continent.” … View →
South America, Surprise!
“This carefully designed book combines striking photographs with a brief but engaging text that is sure to inspire readers to seek more information on the land, people, and animals of South America. . . [T]his is a. . . solid introduction to the continent.” … View →
Pattern Bugs
“Harris’s rhythmic, loosely rhyming text describes how seven insects move through a backyard garden. . . [T]his book cleverly elucidates its concept via verbal and pictorial patterns. In each two-page cartoon illustration, every element, from the decorative frame to the… View →
Lots of Grandparents
“This book is simple yet appealing with its color photos of diverse grandparents from different age and racial groups. The book is upbeat, and, above all, it emphasizes the great love that exists between grandparents (and great-grandparents) and their grandchildren.”… View →
Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors
“Illustrated with photos from NASA, archival drawings, and paintings by the author, this series of books makes fascinating reading for those interested in astromony” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Helicopters
“Well-paired photographs and simple text provide solid introductions to the parts, operation, and jobs of big rigs and helicopters.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
