Reviews
Geoengineering Earth's Climate: Resetting the Thermostat
“[A] good starting place for teen readers and researchers on a critical issue.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Locked Up for Freedom: Civil Rights Protesters at the Leesburg Stockade
“A fresh, insightful look at the crucial role young people played in the civil rights movement . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Extra Point
“[A] reluctant reader-friendly fast read with positive messages about hard work and being a good teammate.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Belinda the Unbeatable
“An excellent adventure for reluctant readers, fierce competitors, lovers of wordless tales—and readers who just love an action-packed, rollicking story.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Missing Letters: A Dreidel Story
“Tomfoolery before Hanukkah imperils a favorite game. Just before Hanukkah, the dreidels sit ready for their four Hebrew letters: Nun, Hey, Shin, and Gimel. Alas, the first three are discontents, and here is the reason. Picture a collection of tasty nuts on the table. If… View →
The Notations of Cooper Cameron
“[A] nuanced and empowering narrative that uplifts rather than undermines Cooper’s unique perspective on his world. . . . Intricate, meticulous, unforgettable.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
3D Printing: The Revolution in Personalized Manufacturing
“A thorough introduction to the ever evolving world of 3-D printing. . . . [S]mart and engaging.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Koala Challah
“Set in Australia, this take on baking a traditional Jewish food focuses on a family of koalas. Little sister Lila is eager to help her koala family prepare for the Friday night Shabbat celebration, but her efforts are more messy than useful. ‘Koala bears love… View →
Zoo Scientists to the Rescue
“Newman brings scientific research to life with her lively introduction to three scientists. . . . [A] fascinating story of how specialists make a real difference in conservation today.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Black Holes: The Weird Science of the Most Mysterious Objects in the Universe
“[A]ttentive readers will come away with firm grasps of a host of cosmically slippery notions. . . . An up-to-date excursion past the boundaries of Newtonian physics . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
“[A] visually sumptuous story. This imaginative international tale will delight readers of all ages.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Chicken in the Kitchen
“Okorafor leaps into the world of picture books in a most unforgettable way with this playful, fascinating tale.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
On the Free
“[A] tone-sensitive treatment of different life experiences make this a positive story for personal growth and positive change.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
“[An] empathetic look at a Turkana boy’s deferred dreams and a family’s struggle for a resource taken for granted by most American children strikes an important chord for families.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Auma's Long Run
“Auma treats readers to beautiful descriptions of the world around her but also gives them a candid look at the fear and superstition surrounding AIDs in its early days in Kenya as well as the grief of loss. . . . Honestly told, Auma’s tale humanizes and contextualizes the… View →
The Cholent Brigade
“Harmer’s pictures show that the Jewish community is refreshingly multiracial. There are no surprises here, but the acts of kindness don’t feel like a plot convention. They feel like a philosophy for life. It’s touching to see a town where kindness is no… View →
The Tickle Test
“Invites universal participatory tickling—it’s hard to resist joining in.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Addiction and Overdose: Confronting an American Crisis
“A chronicle exposing facts and challenges confronting drug addiction and overdose in America. . . . [A] crucial topic.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
All Kinds of Friends
“Just the ticket for starting conversations about the importance and fun of making all kinds of friends.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Best Sukkot Pumpkin Ever
“Many families from Micah’s synagogue are picking pumpkins for a soup kitchen. Micah asks his mother, ’What’s a soup kitchen?’ She explains, and his dad adds the definition of tikkun olam, the Jewish concept of doing good deeds, or ‘repairing… View →
The Great Penguin Rescue: Saving the African Penguins
“Smoothly written and beautifully presented, another stellar animal conservation tale.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
A Dangerous Magic
“Violent, profane, caustic, grisly, and pitch-black—but all in a good way.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Dazzle Ships: World War I and the Art of Confusion
“[A] fascinating volume about a little-known side of the war. An eye-catching title sure to dazzle.”—Kirkus Reviews View →