Reviews
Environmental Disasters
“These books share a similar format: concepts in science and engineering are complemented with historical case studies. Captioned, full-page color photographs reveal the enormity of such incidents as the Exxon Valdez oil spill and the space shuttle Challenger… View →
The Button Box
“This exciting cross-cultural story will have young readers at the edge of their seats, clamoring for more Button Box escapades. A perfect choice for fans of The Magic Treehouse series who are transitioning to middle-grade novels.”—Laura Shovan, coauthor of Sydney Taylor… View →
Space Disasters
“These books share a similar format: concepts in science and engineering are complemented with historical case studies. Captioned, full-page color photographs reveal the enormity of such incidents as the Exxon Valdez oil spill and the space shuttle Challenger… View →
Nothing Could Stop Her: The Courageous Life of Ruth Gruber
“Breaks down difficult topics including antisemitism, genocide, and war in an easy-to-understand, matter-of-fact way. Nothing Could Stop Her is an inspirational biography, revealing the remarkable life of unstoppable Ruth Gruber.”―Foreword Reviews View →
Animal Antics: The Beast Jokes Ever!
“’What’s worse than finding a worm in your apple? Finding half a worm!’ Not many elementary school aged boys can resist that kind of humor! And there are many jokes in these books that will appeal to girls as well. The numerous illustrations, one per spread, are View →
Pitch and Throw, Grasp and Know: What Is a Synonym?
“. . . this excellent text goes a long way toward establishing the importance of synonyms.” —School Library Journal View →
Counting on Shabbat
“An ideal pick for family, daycare center, preschool, and community library board book collections for children ages 1-4.”―Midwest Book Review View →
“The plot is fast paced and gripping in this exciting blend of science fiction and fantasy. Fans of the first two books will not be disappointed by this installment and aficionados of A Wrinkle in Time will take pleasure in hearing about this series.”… View →
Packed with Poison!: Deadly Animal Defenses
“On My Own Science is an accessible, informative series for middle and upper elementary students. . . this series would be a beneficial addtion to most school libraries. . .” —Library Media Connection View →
Holiday Howlers: Jokes for Punny Parties
“’What’s worse than finding a worm in your apple? Finding half a worm!’ Not many elementary school aged boys can resist that kind of humor! And there are many jokes in these books that will appeal to girls as well. The numerous illustrations, one per spread, are View →
When Lightnin' Struck
“Adventures unfold and suspense builds…in this warm, engaging story that hinges on a little-known period of Jewish history.”—Susan Goldman Rubin, author of Sing and Shout: The Mighty Voice of Paul Robeson and The Quilts of Gee’s Bend View →
When Lightnin' Struck
“A keenly observed and timely story of a Texas boy’s discovery of deeply buried family secrets—and of his own humanity.”—Susan Patron, winner of the Newbery Award for The Higher Power of Lucky View →
Everybody's Book: The Story of the Sarajevo Haggadah
“An important story that illuminates how people of different faiths recognized the value and significance of this manuscript and worked together to keep it safe.”―School Library Journal View →
A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
“Through beautiful language and illustrations, this book introduces lively characters whose faces express humor and cheer…They also celebrate by reading a book―just like us, when we pore over these fun pages.”―Jewish Book Council View →
What Is a Liquid?
“Each of these introductions explains the relevant state of matter, along with basic vocabulary. The layout is bright with many color photographs featuring children of different ethnicities.” —School Library Journal View →
What Is a Solid?
“Each of these introductions explains the relevant state of matter, along with basic vocabulary. The layout is bright with many color photographs featuring children of different ethnicities.” —School Library Journal View →
Crafts for Kids Who Are Learning about Dinosaurs
“These 22 projects include a necklace, a bathtub toy, puppets, a pencil topper, a tape dispenser, and more. . . A welcome addition for young dinosaur fans.” —School Library Journal View →
Luis de Torres Sails to Freedom
“This engaging new book will be valuable to young readers, offering a new perspective on Jewish American history and a series of world-changing events.”―Jewish Book Council View →
Nature's Paintbox: A Seasonal Gallery of Art and Verse
“The art is lovely – a snow-covered wall in black and white melts into a spring pastel with the blurred edges of chalk. Summer’s blue sky deepens with a purple cast as the watercolor warm days become a frenzy of oranges and golds carrying youngsters full circle to a… View →
The Mexican Dreidel
“Colorful pictures with Mexican influences complete this educational and charming story.”―Jewish Book Council View →
“With charming illustrations and a singsong rhyming text, this flipbook appeals on many levels.” —School Library Journal View →
A Hanukkah with Mazel
“Calling all cat people! The true miracle of Hanukkah ends up being something money can’t buy.”―We Are Teachers View →
Maccabee!: The Story of Hanukkah
“Looking for books that teach young readers the history of Hanukkah? This one does it through rhyme…and the rest is history.”―We Are Teachers View →
Hanukkah Around the World
“Travel all over the world with this fact-filled Hanukkah book.”―We Are Teachers View →