Reviews
The Secret of the Skeleton Key
“The villains are deeply villainous, the heroes remarkably heroic, and the plot, while a bit of a stretch, is a whole lot of fun. The final pages point to a second installment set on Alcatraz Island; expect requests upon return of this volume.” —The Bulletin of the Center View →
Go Easy on Energy
“Aimed at getting the youngest children to think about energy conservation, this pleasantly illustrated entry in the Planet Protectors series follows a young boy named Tyler through one day at school and home as he monitors energy use as a member of his school’s Power… View →
Jumping Jenny
“In this fun, yet meaningful, story, Jenny is a jumping maniac who, at times, jumps herself right into trouble. After several mishaps and a tirade of disapproval, Jenny decides jumping is just not worth the trouble. Depressed, she mopes about. However, an opportunity arises in the… View →
I Want a Party!
“The whimsy and simple story line will appeal to young children.” —School Library Journal View →
What to Expect When You're Expecting Joeys: A Guide for Marsupial Parents (and Curious Kids)
“If marsupial mamas-to-be were literate, they’d appreciate this guide to the birth and care of their joeys…. Each question is answered with a blend of humor and factual information, and children will be able to discern, then empathize with, the mother’s concern… View →
Monkey with a Tool Belt and the Seaside Shenanigans
“This quirky, over-the-top tale will amuse children with its random silliness and fun seaside setting…. Detailed full-color line drawings invite readers to pore over the scenes for humorous touches.” —School Library Journal View →
“Children will respond to Helena, a self-contained child who finds her own quiet way to respond to the noise around her.” —School Library Journal View →
“Enzo certainly has his flaws, and they make him a believable character whose voice will ring true with children even when they don’t agree with his choices.” —School Library Journal View →
Fall Apples: Crisp and Juicy
“This picture book features child friendly text that is appropriate for grades K-3. Preschool aged children will enjoy looking at the pictures and having it read to them.” —Science Books & Films View →
Fall Leaves: Colorful and Crunchy
“Preschool aged children will enjoy the colorful, expressive illustrations by Amanda Enright.” —Science Books & Films View →
Animals in Fall: Preparing for Winter
“Preschool aged children will enjoy the colorful, expressive illustrations by Amanda Enright.” —Science Books & Films View →
Talia and the Rude Vegetables
“Kar-Ben Publishing, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, has released three delightful books for young readers who want to learn more about the upcoming High Holidays. Both Rosh Hashana and Sukkot are represented in the offerings, and they will brighten up and holiday… View →
Jumping Jenny
“Jenny loves to jump. She is constantly jumping over cracks in the sidewalk and over fences with and without her pogo stick. Her jumping gets her in trouble in school, where she knocks over a box of caterpillars in the science room and bumps into the hot lunch cart in the… View →
“In this sequel to the Sydney Taylor Honor Award winner Engineer Ari and the Rosh Hashanah Ride, Engineer Ari drives his train from Jerusalem to Jaffa, stopping along the way to collect fruit, branches, and a lulav and etrog from the friends he has made along his new… View →
Engineer Ari and the Hanukkah Mishap
“A camel, a train mishap and the holiday of Hanukkah bring together a Bedouin and a Jew in acts of kindness and camaraderie. Eager to celebrate with friends in Jaffa, Ari balances an armload of sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts), dreidels, menorah, bottle of oil and… View →
“Ofanansky and Alpern offer a fresh take on Rosh Hashanah with this picture book tour of a bee farm. Readers follow a children’s class as students are shown how bees make honey. Color photographs and a running narrative combine to produce an easy-to-grasp book that is about science View →
Green Bible Stories for Children
“From Noah’s Ark and the flood, illustrating the beauty of the planet’s biodiversity, to Joshua’s need for sunlight to successfully defend the people of Gibeon with solar power, each scene is connected to a contemporary interpretation through introductory paragraphs and… View →
Fortunately, Unfortunately
“This book is perfect for a young children’s storytime. Recommended.” —Library Media Connection View →
Fall Mixed Up
“A true celebration of fall certain to be a winner with teachers and children alike; here’s hoping that the rest of the seasons will follow.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Made for Each Other: Book 2
“This series, with the flashy titles (each extended with a sequence of several funny subtitles), eye-catching covers, and popular themes, will easily attract readers; happily, they will be rewarded with sturdy plots and clever takes on human/monster love.” —The… View →
Maccabee!: The Story of Hanukkah
The account is told in an accessible rhyme with a refrain “Sometimes it only takes a few,/who know what’s right and do it, too.” Children will relate to the bright, stylized, cartoon-like illustrations and the characters’ dramatic expressions. View →
When I Woke Up I Was a Hippopotamus
“The sheer energy of this gorgeous book perfectly encapsulates the enviably flexible imaginations of young children as a little boy starts the morning as a lazy hippopotamus and metamorphoses into a robot, statue, monkey, monster and even a rocket in the space of one short day.… View →
I'm Sure I Saw a Dinosaur
“The perfect pairing of Willis and Reynolds created the glorious Who’s In The Loo? and this tale with a twist is just as enjoyable. A little boy spies a dinosaur on the wintry beach and a succession of mystified adults and children come from further and further away… View →