Reviews
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 →
“Part of the umbrella Pull Ahead Books series, these small, square Community Helpers books introduce young children to jobs that enable society to function smoothly. Each page has a well-chosen, full-color photo accompanied by a sentence of text that extends or explains the… View →
It's Seder Time!
“. . .full of delightful photographs of young children enjoying the holiday of Passover.” —About Our Children View →
It's Back to School We Go!: First Day Stories From Around the World
“Portrays the first day of class for children from 11 different countries. First-person accounts capture the similarities and differences among children across the globe. A Kenyan girl eats Mandazi (fried bread) for lunch, a Peruvian boy paddles a canoe to school on the Amazon… View →
Passover Is Coming!
“It is a delight to find a board book with simple, uncontrived rhymes that give just the right amount of information in a lively attractive format. Tracy Newman’s text on each page consists of two brief lines that rhyme and a third line that always states,… View →
Wheels and Axles
“The print is clear, the graphics are excellent, and every page contains an illustration. The Early Bird Physics series is a much-needed and valuable resource for integrating informational reading and providing authentic experiences in physical science for young children.”… View →
Clinging Sea Horses
“. . .a wonderfully illustrated book describing the life of a sea horse. Grades K-2 would benefit greatly from the pictures and enjoy the book as a read-aloud, while older children would be able to decipher the vocabulary words on their own.” —Science View →
To The Point: A Story about E. B. White
“. . .well suited for children writing reports on their favorite authors.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books View →
A Head Full of Notions: A Story about Robert Fulton
“. . .an inspiration to children. . .” —Science and Children View →
“Children will enjoy this story on different levels depending on their ages; preschoolers will not know who wrote the letters, but will still find the story and its resolution highly satisfying, while older children will delight in being on the secret with Katie’s parents. View →
Guess What Is Growing Inside This Egg
“Through the double pleasures of a rhymed riddle and a hidden-picture clue, children learn about half a dozen animals who begin life inside an egg shell. . . The full-bleed collages, crafted of painted and textured papers, can be enjoyed by individuals and small groups, and the… View →
The Prince of Steel Pier
“A fun and thought-provoking read for children ages 8-13.”―Children’s Book Watch View →
My Family Haggadah
“A wonderful colorful story about how to celebrate Passover for very young children.”―Children’s Literature Comprehensive Database View →
Sybil Ludington's Midnight Ride
“The emotion of Sybil’s determination, fear, and courage is clearly brought to the reader in Amstel’s text and Beier’s colored illustrations. Teachers of second and third grade will find this an excellent read-aloud selection of a true historical event.”… View →
“. . .vivid, breathtaking, and provacative photos. . . the books [A Walk in the Deciduous Forest, A Walk in the Desert, a Walk in the Prairie, and A Walk in the Rain Forest] are beautiful, fascinating, and informative.” —Children’s Book and Play View →
Oh, The Places He Went: A Story about Dr. Seuss
“. . .a good introduction. . .” —Children’s Book and Play Review View →
A Pocketful of Goobers: A Story about George Washington Carver
“A wonderful story for reading aloud to students.” —Children’s Book Review Source View →
Where Does Food Come From?
“Shelly Rotner’s gorgeous color photos enhance Where Does Food Come From?, which pairs full-page color and young protagonists with insights on popcorn, lemons (a type of berry!), grape jelly and more. A very simple introduction kids will appreciate.” … View →