Reviews
Sybil Ludington's Midnight Ride
“Ludington’s daring nighttime ride will intrigue younger readers, while the muted illustrations evoke the colonial period.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“The birds’ habitat, behavior, body parts, and, of course, gorgeous plumage are all discussed in clear, direct language, accompanied by color photographs.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Mystery Fish: Secrets of the Coelacanth
“The content and detailed illustrations complementing the text make the book accessible to independent as well as reluctant readers.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Fall of Constantinople
“Sure to satisfy history buffs, the book not only relates military facts but also delves into the events leading up to Constantinople’s defeat as well as exploring its effects throughout history.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Revolutionary Poet: A Story about Phillis Wheatley
“. . .well-written text. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
What I Had Was Singing: The Story of Marian Anderson
“triumphant portrait,” —The Horn Book Guide View →
An American Army of Two
" . . .A welcome addition to the body of historical fiction for young readers." —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Snow Walker
“The book effectively offers readers an opportunity to meet a young hero.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
The Back of Beyond: A Story about Lewis and Clark
“. . .competent, plainspoken prose.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Stateswoman to the World: A Story about Eleanor Roosevelt
“. . . A sympathetic account of this extraordinary woman’s life and acheivements.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Pablo Picasso
“Picasso’s life story is told with economy, verve, and diplomacy. The moody, textured illustrations, which include fine imitations of Picasso’s paintings, complement the master’s style.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Vincent van Gogh
“The books are well illustrated with photographs and reproductions. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Cooking the Korean Way
“The large color photos, variety of tastes, and cultural backgrounds are appealing. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Cooking the Lebanese Way
“The large color photos, variety of tastes, and cultural backgrounds are appealing. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Cooking the South American Way
“The large color photos, variety of tastes, and cultural backgrounds are appealing. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Watchful Wolves
“Besides conveying basic facts, the texts ask questions, prompting readers to think critically.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Squeaking Bats
“Besides conveying basic facts, the texts ask questions, prompting readers to think critically.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
“Sharp, colorful photos on every page and well-defined vocabulary words make these good early science texts.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Buzzing Rattlesnakes
“Besides conveying basic facts, the text asks questions, prompting readers to think analytically.” --The Horn Book Guide View →
Spinning Spiders
“Besides conveying basic facts, the text asks questions, prompting readers to think analytically.” --The Horn Book Guide View →
Exercising
“This simple photo-illustrated introduction to fitness concludes with tips and a list of exercise options.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Smile a Lot!
“The breezy, conversational text is appropriate for the subject. Vigorous, cartoonlike illustrations featuring colorful animal characters in familiar situations (being the new kid in school, coping with a poor test result, etc.) will have readers laughing, and of course,… View →
Count Your Way through Ireland
“. . .easily digestible. . .” —The Horn Book Guide View →