Reviews
Space Junk: The Dangers of Polluting Earth's Orbit
“A great cover beckons readers inside what should be a fascinating tour of the space around Earth—and it is. . . . There is little else available for students about this important topic for future space engineers.”—School Library Journal View →
Making a Salad: Wedge vs. Inclined Plane
“Suitable STEM selections for the youngest scientists.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
They're There on Their Vacation
“A hilarious and worthwhile addition to collections serving elementary school students.”—School Library Journal View →
What's Your Story, Helen Keller?
“These are serviceable introductions to important historical figures.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Places We Go: A kids' guide to community sites
“A useful series that deals with community issues in an engaging way.”—School Library Journal View →
Bow-Tie Pasta: Acrostic Poems
“An extremely useful tool for teachers or librarians looking to breathe life into a poetry unit.”—School Library Journal View →
Investigating the Rock Cycle
“These basic overviews serve as good resources for independent investigators or report writers.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Demons and Dragons
“Probably most interesting to readers of horror, these might occasionally spark interest in mythology.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Be a Tracker
“[An] adorable collection of outdoorsy tips and projects . . . these clever books will inspire projects large and small.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
The Last Days of the Dinosaurs
“High-quality individual titles stand alone, and the whole set provides a strong introduction to prehistoric life.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Skin Care & Makeup Tips & Tricks
“These books incorporate a little science and a lot of good sense along with beauty tips and craft ideas.. . . These offerings promote a healthy glow.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Think Outside the Box
“This unusual series challenges perception and thwarts assumptions with optical illusions and seemingly simple activities. . . . Shelve under ’Spock’—there are sure to be takers for this set.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Media: From News Coverage to Political Advertising
“They are rich with information about all aspects of the election process, going beyond a traditional discussion of the electoral college process. . . . Timely additions on an important subject.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Writing Powerful Persuasive Pieces
“These brief, well-written, and well-organized volumes are jam-packed with solid guidelines. . . . Teachers will find this series helpful as the foundation of their own lessons, in addition to assigned student reading.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
A Timeline History of the California Gold Rush
“This series pairs dramatic narrative with visually arresting time lines, resulting in a well-thought-out foray into the years of America’s westward expansion. . . . A good option for collections where supplementary material on the American West is needed.”—School… View →
Learning about Europe
“From the striking full-color satellite cover images to the engaging text, informative maps, and high-quality illustrations, every aspect of these titles conveys the basic themes of geography to introduce the continents. . . . Solid choices for elementary… View →
The Anatomy of Curiosity
“Purchase for aspiring authors seeking advice.”—School Library Journal View →
Nonna's Hanukkah Surprise
" . . . a nicely told tale of a family living comfortably with different religions and traditions." — School Library Journal View →
See No Color
“This thoughtful novel adds a much-needed perspective on a subject that affects many families but is rarely covered in YA fiction. . . . Recommended for purchase, particularly by libraries serving less diverse communities, where it will provide welcome education and… View →
The Nutcracker Comes to America: How Three Ballet-Loving Brothers Created a Holiday Tradition
“This well-researched history [is] . . . a terrific choice for fans of The Nutcracker and all things ballet.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Lovely Old Lion
“Though purposeful, the gentle telling bypasses explicit death and the harsher parts of dealing with aging. Images. . . of the animal kingdom are equally gentle.”—School Library Journal View →
“The verses [are] fun, read-aloud choices, and librarians and educators will find this a useful resource for sparking thought about the circus, food preferences, and poetry writing.”—School Library Journal View →
First Man: Reimagining Matthew Henson
“[A]n unforgettable title that will resonate with readers. . . . A compelling graphic novel that biography lovers will greatly enjoy, and a wonderful addition to Black History Month book lists.”—School Library Journal View →
Sex: An Uncensored Introduction
“Explicit and forthright, this volume is a go-to resource for teens with questions about their bodies, someone else’s body, or, as Hasler describes it, “getting it on.”"—School Library Journal View →