Reviews
The Prince of Steel Pier
“This fast-paced middle grade novel will engage and resonate with readers. Recommended for school and public libraries looking to expand their historical fiction selection.”―School Library Journal View →
The Laugh Stand: Adventures in Humor
“Cleary shares his enthusiasm for the English language with 13 brief chapters that encourage kids to play with words through anagrams, pangrams, daffynitions, and more.” —School Library Journal – Curriculum Connections View →
An Unbroken Chain: My Journey through the Nazi Holocaust
“This is an extraordinary memoir of one brave individual’s travail during the Holocaust.” —Booklist View →
An Unbroken Chain: My Journey through the Nazi Holocaust
“Beyond the power and poignancy of Oertelt’s story, the linked structure gives it cohesiveness and memorability. Humanity can be thankful that this man survived.” —VOYA View →
Rena Glickman, Queen of Judo
“A welcome addition to the growing canon of picture-book biographies amplifying lesser-known women, with added sports appeal.”―The Horn Book Guide View →
Liberty or Death: A Story about Patrick Henry
“The writing style is engaging and the circumstances surrounding his important speeches are explained in easily understood terms.” — School Library Journal View →
“This wordless book urges readers to think about art in different ways by pairing artworks of diverse era and styles.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Miriam at the River
“Elegant storks wade in the water as hippos and crocodiles swim nearby. This biblical tale is filled with wonder, hope, and beauty.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
Counting on Shabbat
“An engaging introduction to the beauty, meaning, and traditions of Shabbat.”―Sydney Taylor Shmooze View →
Thanksgiving Rules
“In this story told in rhyme, Percy Isaac Gifford, clad in his P.I.G. sweater, presents readers with a workshop on how to get the most out of Thanksgiving, complete with 10 simple rules.” —School Library Journal View →
Senses on the Farm
“. . .the farm subject and vibrant photographs will have great appeal to young children.” —School Library Journal View →
Frankenstein's Matzah: A Passover Parody
“This zany Passover caper…encourages kids to ask questions and amplifies the Jewish value of welcoming guests.”—Jewish Telegraphic Agency View →
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
“This gloriously illustrated, inspiring book traces the story of the historic medieval Spanish haggadah through its remarkable journey of survival.”—Jewish Telegraphic Agency View →
Tyrannosaurus Tsuris: A Passover Story
“Dinosaur lovers will enjoy this story of a Tyrannosaurus Rex who is overcome by worry about whether the guests he invited will come to his seder.”—Jewish Telegraphic Agency View →
Remember the Ladies: A Story about Abigail Adams
“Both books [Remember the Ladies and Writing for Freedom] draw on primary sources and support the view that these two women influenced history through their writings and beliefs. These titles should interest students not yet ready to handle more in-depth treatments.” View →
Eighth Grade vs. the Machines
“Hilarious, high-stakes, un-put-downable fun.”—Jarrett Lerner, author of the EngiNerds series View →
“. . .simplified overview of tornado activity.” —Science Books & Films View →
"In Working with Others, Nelson explains that everyone gets angry but that it is important to know how to resolve conflicts. . .The concept of compromise is also introduced. . . Useful and informative additions." —School Library Journal… View →
Natural Writer: A Story about Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
“This easy-to-read biography has an attractive cover and a full-page charcoal illustration in each chapter. It could serve as a good introduction to The Yearling.” —School Library Journal View →
“A fine overview of the plant and animal life of the boreal forest. A well-crafted introduction to an area little explored in children’s books.” —School Library Journal View →
Story of a Dolphin
“A lovely book, and a gentle lesson on the interrelationship between people and animals.” —School Library Journal View →
Click!: A Story about George Eastman
“Black-and-white illustrations complement and enhance the text. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Chocolate by Hershey: A Story about Milton S. Hershey
“. . .a well-rounded presentation. . .” —School Library Journal View →