Reviews
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 →
The College Football Championship: The Fight for the Top Spot
“This engaging book pairs lively sports writing with vivid photographs, filling a gap in collections with its attention to the history and future of college football. . . . Highly recommended for sports enthusiasts.”—School Library Journal View →
Go to Sleep, Monty!
“The story has a broad appeal for the preschool crowd, since so many kids want puppies, and adults will like the emphasis on the responsibility of pet ownership, if not the model parenting. An engaging storytime read-aloud, and a solid general purchase.”—School Library… View →
Ebola: Fears and Facts
“Newman’s level-headed, clearly written title, which reads like a well-researched and in-depth journal article, covers many aspects of the disease. . . . Incredibly up-to-date, sobering, and sensibly written, this multidisciplinary approach to a timely, important topic will… View →
The Snow Beast
“There is much to look at in the detailed, charming illustrations. . . . This is a fun, snowy adventure.”—School Library Journal View →
The Way Back from Broken
“Rare in its honesty. . . . A subtly touching tale of liberation from grief that, with its sincere existential questioning, will stay with readers.”—School Library Journal View →
Elmer and the Flood
“Elmer is a likeable protagonist, who’s resourceful . . . and confident enough to stand apart from the herd. . . . Another winning entry from the series.”—School Library Journal View →
The Great Monkey Rescue: Saving the Golden Lion Tamarins
“Readers gain insights into the research, hard work, and patience involved in conservation efforts while learning about a fascinating animal. A fine choice for most collections.”—School Library Journal View →
The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore
“A strong endorsement of the power of books and reading, an excellent choice for history and biography collections, and a strong choice for educators emphasizing the importance of community.”—School Library Journal View →
Either the Beginning or the End of the World
“Farish’s writing is haunting. . . . An excellent choice for readers seeking a less than neatly packaged love story or a glimpse into the complicated lineage of war-torn areas.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Ship of Death
“In these slim volumes written at a third grade reading level . . . large typeface, frequent black-and-white illustrations, and pages with sparse amounts of text [are] suited for struggling readers.”—School Library Journal View →
Slug Needs a Hug!
“Ross’s deliciously silly ink and watercolor illustrations are a delightful complement to Jeanne Willis’s bouncy rhyming text. . . . This is a fun and whimsical choice for storytimes about individuality, self-esteem, and love.”—School Library Journal View →
Collateral Damage
“This series broaches the complex subject of teens with parents and guardians in the armed forces. . . . [H]igher-level language and mature concepts make them a good fit for late middle grade and high school readers.”—School Library Journal View →