Reviews
Jennifer Lawrence: Star of The Hunger Games
“Libraries can expect a good bit of demand over the next few years, as this phenomenally popular trilogy hits the big screen.” —Booklist View →
The Knife and the Butterfly
“An uncompromising look at two characters most readers would otherwise look away from.” —Booklist View →
No Crystal Stair: A Documentary Novel of the Life and Work of Lewis Michaux, Harlem Bookseller
“Not only a compelling biography but also a useful addition to the literature of black history and culture.” —Booklist View →
What Are the Articles of Confederation?: And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
“The Six Questions of American History series investigates events in our nation’s past in the same way a journalist might—through the framework of who, what, when, where, why, and how. As a result, readers uncover the past rather than memorize it.” —Booklist View →
I Want a Party!
“Ross’ scrawly lines and endearingly sloppy watercolors make this another easy-to-read, easy-to-love entry into the continuing adventures of this rascally royal.” —Booklist Online View →
Under His Spell: Book 4
“Fans of the series…will enjoy the premise of pitting fairies against mortals, the artwork’s Wizard of Oz switch from black-and-white to color upon Bethany’s entrance into the fairy realm, and, of course, the middle-school appropriate romance, with the jock girl… View →
Catch & Release
“Woolston’s novel offers intriguing characters, contemporary ethical questions, and a story that will have appeal to a wide range of readers.” —Booklist View →
The White Zone
“Marsden’s latest book puts a face on a bitter, centuries-old conflict that continues to rage…. This tense novel will be particularly useful in the classroom.” —Booklist View →
Feet and Puppies, Thieves and Guppies: What Are Irregular Plurals?
“While consistently centered on communicating grammar with wit and precision, Cleary juggles meter and rhyme with seemingly effortless skill. Meanwhile, Gable’s colorful and frequently zany illustrations support the text with humor and intriguing details. A surprisingly… View →
“Paranormal gets a twist in this entertaining start to a new series about Kali, who alternates between being a normal 16-year-old one day and a vampirish demon hunter the next….Kali is a worthy character to follow: sarcastic and self-sufficient, but also… View →
Popular Clone
“The story is quick flowing and if first-time author Castle can clone this fun in future sequels, he’ll be popular for sure.” —Booklist View →
Iceberg, Right Ahead!: The Tragedy of the Titanic
“This handsome, clearly written book is a solid resource for the learning about the Titanic 100 years later.” —Booklist View →
Mallory's Super Sleepover
“Friedman vividly portrays how small lapses of judgment lead to unintended consequences, as well as how to apologize with grace. The believable story, large print, and many illustrations make this another enjoyable entry in the Mallory chapter-book series.”… View →
"Miss Pell Would Never Misspell" and Other Painless Tricks for Memorizing How to Spell and Use Wily Words
“An upbeat, useful book for students hoping to overcome stumbling blocks in spelling.” —Booklist View →
Thumbtacks, Earwax, Lipstick, Dipstick: What Is a Compound Word?
“An enjoyable addition to language arts units.” —Booklist Online View →
Put Wheels and Axles to the Test
“The color photographs of multiethnic elementary children are engaging, and the activities are both simple and illustrative.” —Booklist View →
Say Something, Perico
“The text is well assisted by Rébora’s bright, wide-eyed illustrations, which bring out the humor and frustration of Perico’s search for a home.” —Booklist View →
Ultraviolet
“This is a unique insight into the life of someone with synesthesia, and the look at life inside a mental hospital is a natural grabber for teens.” —Booklist View →
Can You Tell a Gecko from a Salamander?
“Kids are always going to capture bugs in jars and chase lizards into the weeds, not because they’re cruel but because they’re curious. The Animal Look-Alikes series funnels this curiosity into teachable moments by providing young ones with the tools to look at these… View →
Fall Mixed Up
“Bouncy rhymes keep things peppy, and kids will enjoy being in on the jokes and identifying all that’s topsy-turvy in this fun romp. A humorous option for seasonal storytimes.” —Booklist View →
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Ša, Native American Author, Musician, and Activist
“Zitkala-Ša’s story is inherently compelling, and Capaldi’s beautiful mixed-media illustrations enhance the themes of grace and strength.” —Booklist View →
Prince William & Kate: A Royal Romance
“An upbeat, readable narrative about a handsome, appealing couple.” —Booklist View →
Not a Buzz to Be Found: Insects in Winter
“Artfully combining foreground close-ups and cutaways with broader views of children at play in lightly wooded winter landscapes, Zollars supplies soft-lined but accurately detailed illustrations for Glaser’s survey of wintering insects…. An informative foray into the… View →