Reviews
Buzzing Rattlesnakes
“. . .outstanding source of information. The series is just the type of resource one would use to engage children in the study of living creatures.” —Appraisal View →
Spinning Spiders
“. . .the wide variety of subjects give children an appreciation of the diversity found in these two animal groups.” —Appraisal View →
It's Hanukkah Time!
“This is an appealing and child-friendly book that will be welcome in Jewish early childhood classrooms and Jewish libraries serving young children.” View →
The Shabbat Box
“A thoroughly delightful portrayal of children, a family, a teacher and her class, and the empowering example of a small child solving a problem without adult help is given through the words and pictures of this charming story.” View →
“This masterful rendition of the ancient story of Ruth and Naomi will help make it accessible to younger readers, and will be enjoyed by adults and children.” View →
We'll Race You, Henry: A Story about Henry Ford
“. . .an engaging story, giving a clear picture of the person as well as his work. . . with attractive black and white line drawings these stand out from the general run of biographies for children. . .” —Appraisal View →
Bible Heroes I Can Be
“…introduces young children to Biblical figures, each with one characteristic the child can emulate.” View →
“It’s an excellent story and moral, conveyed in an engaging and humorous way, with delightful illustrations, all just right for children of early elementary school age.” View →
Noah and the Ziz
“Noah and the Ziz is one of those endearing, charming stories that is just right for young children… The story and brightly colored illustrations are just perfect, and the Ziz is sure to be a favorite with little kids.” View →
Eight Wild Nights: A Family Hanukkah Tale
“Elementary-aged children will laugh and giggle at both the text and pictures in this refreshing and hilarious Hanukkah tale.” View →
Sammy Spider's Shabbat Fun Book
“…a fun and innovative introduction to the Jewish practice of Shabbat. Sammy Spider’s Shabbat Fun Book is very highly recommended as a fun learning tool about this Jewish celebration event.” View →
Shoes for Everyone: A Story about Jan Matzeliger
“. . .an engaging story, giving a clear picture of the person as well as his work. . . with attractive black and white line drawings these stand out from the general run of biographies for children. . .” —Appraisal View →
Click!: A Story about George Eastman
“. . .an engaging story, giving a clear picture of the person as well as his work. . . with attractive black and white line drawings these stand out from the general run of biographies for children. . .” —Appraisal View →
Written Anything Good Lately?
“. . .it’s easy to see how children could use this friendly book to brainstorm their own list of writing genres, or try their hands at creative fables, greeting cards, haiku, journals, and more.” —Book Links View →
“. . . a cookbook that truly does relate our Bible stories to food. It’s a wonderful cooking/learning book for children and adults.” —Baltimore Jewish Times View →
All New Crafts for Valentine's Day
“[This book] would make a great gift to send to the children you love who may be far away.” —Bigfoot Valley News View →
Marsh Music
“Berkes turns the night songs of all kinds of frogs into a concert, with a bullfrog, Maestro, assuming the role of conductor. As the illustrations move from twilight to dawn, Maestro supervises a symphony of frogs plunking spider webs, playing pond instruments, and making sounds. View →
From Idea to Book
“Perfect for preparing very young children for an author’s visit or launching a classroom bookmaking project, this title stands out within the extensive Start to Finish series.” — Booklist View →
Ordinary Genius: The Story of Albert Einstein
“The descriptions of young Albert’s difficulties in school, which will enthrall young readers, embody what the author does particularly well throughout this book – depict Einstein as a person both like and unlike others. McPherson provides readers with a strong… View →
Count Your Way through Russia
“Useful for introducing other cultures, for short classroom reports, or for teaching children to count in another language” —Booklist View →
Count Your Way through Japan
“Useful for introducing other cultures, for short classroom reports, or for teaching children to count in another language” —Booklist View →
Count Your Way through China
“Useful for introducing other cultures, for short classroom reports, or for teaching children to count in another language” —Booklist View →
Vincent van Gogh
" . . .A fine job of describing van Gogh’s life in a way that children will understand." —Booklist View →
A Fairy-Tale Life: A Story about Hans Christian Anderson
“. . .a good introduction for those needing report material or for children who simply want to know more about the man behind fairy tales.” —Booklist View →