Reviews
Teen Innovators: Nine Young People Engineering a Better World with Creative Inventions
“While all faced challenges, these teens forged ahead toward their visions with creative confidence. Design thinking and other creative problem-solving skills may help you, too, unleash your own inspiration. Fred’s book does a great job of getting you started on your… View →
“This is a work to examine again and again. A delightful, insightful introduction to the world of art.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
The Action of Subtraction
“This book has value in the mathematic section of libraries and will find a place in classrooms with teachers who want to appeal to a variety of learning styles.” —School library Journal View →
Aunt Clara Brown: Official Pioneer
“A good story and a solid resource. . . This book will engage young readers emotionally and intellectually.” —Starred, The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“I can’t believe this book hasn’t existed until now!! It’s a joyful and fascinating read that reminds us that LGBTQ+ people have always existed, thrived and made important contributions to society. No matter what your age, orientation or gender identity, Lee Wind View →
The Button Box
“The authors construct a world filled with color and texture that will spark the interests of young readers of today. "—Jewish Book Council View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“Lee’s work reminds readers, especially LGBTQ readers, that we all come from somewhere and that even though the history books may seek to silence or throw a shadow over our truths, our truths are ours to share with the world with… View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“This is a fascinating book that challenges the simplistic history we have been taught to believe for far too long. Lee Wind illuminates the complexities of historical figures, and through them, readers are given permission to be their true, complex selves and live their true,… View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“I think as a teen I might’ve chosen to major in History if I’d read Lee Wind’s fun, fast-paced, and thought-provoking book. I love how it lays out the evidence about some of our past’s greatest heroes, invites us to draw our own conclusions, and inspires… View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“Such an important book, both enlightening and entertaining. Highly recommended for readers age 10-110!”—Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist View →
The Button Box
“Both the modern and medieval characters are presented in emotionally charged language as unique individuals with strong personalities.” —Kirkus Reviews STARRED View →
“. . .an extra point for exceptional creativity with this story because it isn’t easy to find a new angle on Chanukah and they’ve done it!” —The Jewish Journal View →
Wolf's Coming!
“Suspense builds from the very first page of this new twist on the not-such-a-big-bad-wolf theme.”―School Library Journal View →
“Coloring, connecting dots, making things with food, making game cards are just part of the twenty projects…This book is a wonderful way to introduce Israel to young readers and preschoolers turning the pages.” View →
The Art Lesson: A Shavuot Story
“This story is based on Eastern European Jews’ custom of decorating their windows with Jewish-themed papercuts during the Shavuot holiday. Children should enjoy this cleverly imagined tale of a girl who loves spending time doing art projects with her talented grandmother. Young… View →
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The Magic Pomegranate: [A Jewish Folktale]
“Hall’s imaginative illustrations in jewel tones add to the fairy-tale qualities of the story, and an author’s note, glossary and suggested reading extend the use of the volume.” —Kirkus View →
Lots of Grandparents
“Excellent color photographs show grandparents of different ages, ethnic groups, shapes, and sizes sharing happy times with grandchildren. . . A good choice for sharing.” —School Library Journal View →
Rainbow Candles: A Hanukkah Counting Book
“. . .the ultimate Hanukkah counting rhyme. . .” —Jewish Journal View →
All About Hanukkah
“Kreiswirth’s vibrant illustrations make this title stand out among other Hanukkah books.” —The Jewish Journal View →
“. . .an interesting approach to an issue not often explored in juvenile nonfiction. This title may provide points to ponder or discuss for youngsters in the same predicament.” —School Library Journal View →
Kathy Ross Crafts Numbers
“[F]eatures fun creations that involve counting and measurement and whimsical, child-friendly artwork. For visual learners, there is also an illustrated supply list for each project. The 20 activities include a four-leaf clover necklace, a five-point star magnet, a play alarm… View →
Life Cycles
“Realistic, detailed watercolors. . . clear language and conversational tone make this book a good choice for reading aloud in an introductory classroom lesson on the topic.” —School Library Journal View →
Too Many Cooks: A Passover Parable
“…this is a very hip Grandma, and the whimsical story line will greatly amuse little readers.” View →