Reviews
Pasta, Fried Rice, and Matzoh Balls: Immigrant Cooking in America
“A multi-hued crew of cartoon cats presents the various food groups and the practices of a healthy lifestyle. Each book reports which foods are in the titled group and provides simple explanations of how they affect the body. Cleary’s consistent reminders to children to help… View →
That's Not Funny!
“Children will love the large, colorful illustrations that clearly show each animal’s pain and anger in a fun and cartoony way. The text placement is fairly interactive with the pictures, and there are plenty of onomatopoeic words (‘Bink!’ ‘Ker-rang!’… View →
Who's Buying? Who's Selling?: Understanding Consumers and Producers
“Bright, colorful photographs and simple text teach children skills such as how to create a budget and how to be responsible buyers and/or sellers.” —The Horn Book Guide View →
Windows, Rings, and Grapes — a Look at Different Shapes
“This book is a useful resource and could serve as an effective teaching tool, especially if coupled with good questions that probe and extend children’s thinking.” —Science Books & Films View →
Raised by Wolves
“[A]n electrifying conclusion…will have readers cheering (or howling) for Bryn’s triumph.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
“Children will enjoy hearing these stories read aloud.” —School Library Journal View →
“Black-and-white spot art appears frequently throughout, reading a text that will not intimidate children just starting to read chapter books. A good choice where the earlier titles are popular.” —School Library Journal View →
Many Ways to Move: A Look at Motion
“There are many books on the shelves that cover physical science for students in kindergarten, first, and second grades, but they aren’t all are so appealing to children as this one.” —NSTA View →
How Long or How Wide?: A Measuring Guide
“Introduce young readers to the concept of measurement with picture books and informational titles that go the distance.Children love to size up the world around them. Although they are quick to figure out that a favorite toy ends at 10 on a ruler, they need guidance in… View →
Guinea Dog
Rufus’ narration is fresh and funny, particularly when he’s poking fun at his father or observing the complex dynamics of boy-girl interactions, and his descriptions of Fido’s wiggly behind and raucous screeching only add to the story’s playful charm."… View →
“Children will certainly enjoy these entertaining stories, and adults will appreciate their educational value and positive approach.”—Library Media Connection View →
Hamster and Cheese: Book 1
“[A] humorous mystery. Children who are just beginning to read graphic novels independently will enjoy solving the case with Sasspants. The full-color cartoons enhance the comic appeal.”—School Library Journal View →
Hamster and Cheese: Book 1
“Children can look and guess for themselves about the clues and red herrings the book presents. The humor in the characters’ personalities and dialogue makes this a lively and entertaining book.”—Publishers Weekly View →
“This book presents eighteen paintings illustrating the volume’s theme of action in art. Works include Lichtenstein’s Blam, Rivera’s The Conquest of Mexico, and Bruegel’s Children’s Games. Each piece is described through… View →
I Want Two Birthdays!
“Ross’s bright, cheerful trademark watercolor illustrations add much humor to this already funny tale about having too much of a good thing. Children love birthday celebrations and will be delighted with this newest ‘Little Princess’ story.” View →
The Dark Divine
“Grace’s narration rings true with a simple eloquence, and her retellings of events past provide a believable motive for her connection to Daniel and her obsession with the truth….The final scene in which Jude and Daniel finally have it out is as heart-pounding as any… View →
Does an Apple a Day Keep the Doctor Away?: And Other Questions about Your Health and Body
“This is a book that every student will want to pick up and read. The timeless questions throughout are typical of those children might have about their health and bodies, and the answers are in a format that they will appreciate.”—NSTA View →
“This is therefore a teacher’s dream: a high-interest sports and school story with a multicultural cast that contains entertaining science lessons while providing an accessible introduction to symbolism in literature.” —The Bulletin of the Center for… View →
Snake and Lizard
“Everyone fell in love with this foolish, argumentative pair when these stories won the Book of the Year. And they continue to entrance us.”— John McIntyre, The Children’s Bookshop View →
Looking Like Me
“The rhyme and repetition flow naturally, capturing the rhythms of everyday conversation and the hip-hop beats many children hear daily….This book is an excellent introduction to verse, for it vividly demonstrates how poetry is a vital part of daily life.” —starred,… View →
Sarah Laughs
The Old Testament says little about Sarah’s feelings, so this moving picture book draws on midrash (legend) and on modern biblical commentary to imagine the inner life of Abraham’s wife. Warm, clear, rhythmic acrylic double-page spreads show the close bond between husband and wife, as… View →
Janusz Korczak's Children
Just One More Book featured a chat with Gloria Spielman, author of Janusz Korczak’s Children. You can listen by clicking the play button (“>” ) on the “Listen Now” icon: http://www.justonemorebook.com/2008/06/09/interview-with-gloria-spielman/ View →
The Bat-Chen Diaries
The Bat-Chen Diaries released in February, 2008, nearly slipped beneath my notice. Perhaps because I love bats or the Chen portion may have caught my eye. Whatever reason, I’m glad that I read this title from Kar-Ben Publish-ing. I know The Bat-chen Diaries have been published in… View →