Reviews
All the Feelings under the Sun: How to Deal with Climate Change
“Learning about climate change can arouse all kinds of feelings, but there are ways to cope with them and to use them productively . . . . Includes numerous exercises designed to help kids recognize their feelings and “build emotional resilience.” . . . Concepts like eco-grief,… View →
Ani's Light
“Singh and Prabhat combine forces for an unflinchingly honest yet soothing book about a child and his mother’s illness . . . . [I]ncludes an author’s note that stresses the importance of honesty in the face of difficult situations, from illness to divorce to death. . . . A hopeful, View →
Senses on the Farm
“Author/photographer Rotner skillfully combines two topics into one clear and vivid picture book.” —Reading Today View →
“What a delight! This photo essay, created in a real Jewish preschool, is a perfect Shabbat book for the preschool crowd!” —AJL Newsletter View →
All the Pieces: When a Loved One Dies from Substance Use
“Help navigating the complex emotions born of a loved one’s overdose. . . . All the Pieces offers a story that helps readers ages four to eight see the parts of this puzzle in an integrated whole. It’s written by Hallie Riggs, a licensed clinical social worker… View →
Bee Still: An Invitation to Meditation
“Through this engaging introduction to the benefits of practicing meditation, children and adults will learn how to focus emotions and relieve stress and anxiety . . .”—Foreword Reviews View →
Senses in the City
“Both an exciting celebration of city life and a show-and-tell about the five senses, this photo-essay will draw even very young children.” —Booklist View →
A Temperate Forest Food Chain: A Who-Eats-What Adventure in North America
“It’s no coincidence that the food ‘chain’ bordering most of the interior spreads resembles a game board. In fact, each volume in the Follow That Food Chain series is organized like a nonfiction choose-your-own adventure game. . . most will enjoy this unique… View →
Jodie's Hanukkah Dig
“Levine, author of the middle-grade novel Running on Eggs (1999), writes knowledgeably about the details of archaeological work, including the thrill of discovery, the backbreaking work of digging in the hot sun, and its importance to the historical record. Topaz’s View →
Mendel's Accordion
“…[the] simple, powerful rhythm…and the clear line-and-watercolor pictures in folk-art style show and tell a story about the cultural riches that immigrants brought with them to America, and their connections with kids today.” View →
The Secret of Priest's Grotto: A Holocaust Survival Story
“Part survival adventure, part searing history, and part discovery story…there’s no denying the power of [this amazing account]…” View →
Passover Around the World
“In casual prose and full-page, handsome paintings, this accessible title will encourage families to talk about the diverse traditions and connections.” View →
Brilliant Bea: A Story for Kids with Dyslexia and Learning Differences
“The teacher’s supportive actions are wonderful to see, but even better is how the tape recorder helps Bea connect with her classmates. Printed in a dyslexia-friendly font, this affirming story about finding your feet and your voice is a lovely confidence booster for young readers, View →
Depression: A Teen's Guide to Survive and Thrive
“In their balanced approach, Toner and Freeland off information in a supportive, noncondescending way and treat depression like the serious issue it is, all while maintaining an ultimately positive outlook.”—Booklist View →
Doug's Dung
“Validating the work of young artists (and writers) is always worthwhile, and this iteration rolls along with plenty of alimentary appeal.”—Booklist View →
A Feel Better Book for Little Sports
“This installment in the Feel Better Books for Little Kids series offers a corrective to today’s hypercompetitive sports environment, aimed at both kids and adults. The message is inclusive: people of all nations, ages, races, and genders love and can benefit from sports . . . No… View →
Grandpa And Me on Tu B'Shevat
“A good choice for read-alouds about the celebration.” View →
“The clash of their opposing viewpoints makes the book a good starting place for discussing the difference between needs and wants.” —Booklist View →
Afikotective
“Lightheartedly told…warm and inviting.”—Sydney Taylor Shmooze View →
Ruth First Never Backed Down
“This is a powerful and important book about an ordinary Jewish woman taking extraordinary risks to speak out against apartheid. Her courage is an inspiration, one that is steeped in Jewish values. Highly recommend.”―Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle View →
Happy Purim, Grover!
“A perfect Purim board book for Jewish toddlers.”—The Sydney Taylor Shmooze View →
Grow Grateful
“Being grateful is key. . . . Lyles’ illustrations are warm and inviting . . . engaging.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
