Reviews
The Other Side of the Wall
“Depicted in black and white with a realistic style that portrays a grim history without being overly stark, this graphic novel shares an important view of recent history…. A good addition to school and public libraries looking to add diversity to their teen or secondary… View →
Whistle-Blowers: Exposing Crime and Corruption
“…there are few other works that cover this topic. A useful purchase.” —School Library Journal View →
Thrift Shopping: Discovering Bargains and Hidden Treasures
“Filled with colorful photographs depicting beautifully styled scenes, this volume is a real inspiration.” —School Library Journal View →
A Rock Can Be . . .
“Purchase for your rock hounds or where the earlier books in this series are popular.” —School Library Journal View →
Elephants Can't Jump!
“Reynolds’s digital, cartoon animals exude a playfulness and innocence that perfectly complement Willis’s winsome story.”—School Library Journal View →
Hissy Fitz
“With its short chapters, snappy dialogue, and fast-moving plot, this book will be popular with newly independent readers.” —School Library Journal View →
Elmer and Butterfly
“Everyone’s favorite patchwork elephant is back. . . . Bold colors and whimsical illustrations make this an ideal read-aloud choice.”—School Library Journal View →
Running Dry: The Global Water Crisis
“This title provides a clear and concise look at the importance of fresh water in sustaining life on earth…. An excellent source for student research.” —School Library Journal View →
BZRK Apocalypse
“Fans of the series who were left breathless at the end of BZRK Reloaded (Egmont USA, 2013) will be thrilled to dive into this high-octane conclusion.” —School Library Journal View →
Economics through Infographics
“The colorful charts, maps, and illustrations that fill the pages of this series are sure to appeal to young readers who live in a high-tech, digital world.” —School Library Journal View →
The Dinosaurs are Having a Party!
“Jones’s signature wit shines in this picture book. . . . Details in the full-color, cartoon-style illustrations . . . add to the age-appropriate humor of this story.”—School Library Journal View →
Exposing Torture: Centuries of Cruelty
“Marcovitz succeeds in bringing focus to the larger issue of torture and the plight of individual victims around the world. Students doing research will find depth in this book and its extensive back matter.”―School Library Journal View →
You Can Do It, Bert!
“With minimalistic illustrations, an expressive little orange bird, and lots of white space on each page, the book is a natural for preschool storytimes. A good choice for those embarking on a new adventure.”—School Library Journal View →
Chernobyl's Wild Kingdom: Life in the Dead Zone
“Thought-provoking.” —School Library Journal View →
The Bunker Diary
“A unique choice that will get teens talking.” —starred, School Library Journal View →
Pope Francis: First Pope from the Americas
“[A] wide-ranging portrait of the religious leader.” —School Library Journal View →
Remaking the John: The Invention and Reinvention of the Toilet
“[T]his honest, fact-filled little book should attract readers and researchers.” —School Library Journal View →
Sneaker Century: A History of Athletic Shoes
“Readers of all stripes will appreciate the role sneakers play in our lives. A fun and informative addition.” —School Library Journal View →
One Plastic Bag: Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia
“Simple but lyrical text conveys this beautiful, thought-provoking tale of ecological awareness and recycling. . . . An inspiring account.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Shopping Trip Math
“Old-fashioned word problems made fresh and new.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Get a Job at a Business
“A helpful series for teens looking to turn their hobbies into cash or just seeking a good job.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Why Are There Stripes on the American Flag?
“The storylike narrative is simple, engaging, and informative…. All in all, an appealing first look at American emblems.” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →