Reviews
“Purchase where graphic novel memoirs are in demand.”—School Library Journal View →
Daisy to the Rescue: True Stories of Daring Dogs, Paramedic Parrots, and Other Animal Heroes
“Well-documented cases of animals rescuing men, women, and children are recounted with precision . . .”—School Library Journal View →
Those Magnificent Sheep in Their Flying Machines
“The rhymes flow well, and the text swoops and swerves with the motion of the plane.” —School Library Journal View →
I Want to Go Home!
“As usual, Ross’s boldly colored cartoons are a delight, clearly illuminating the emotions of the princess and her extended family…. A great new chapter in this series.” —School Library Journal View →
Elmer and the Monster
“McKee’s brightly colored illustrations and expressive animals will catch the attention of children…. The message that things may not be as scary as they seem is perfect for all children, and Elmer’s bravery is commendable.” —School Library Journal View →
My Heart is Laughing
“Eriksson’s plentiful black-and-white line drawings expressively show joy and distress and perfectly complement the story…. Genuine feelings such as humor, honesty, and heartbreak will leave readers yearning for Dani to return once again.” —starred, School… View →
“Suitable for any high school library, as all students at some point must make important decisions about their futures.”—School Library Journal View →
Elan, Son of Two Peoples
“An unusual piece of American and immigration history.” — School Library Journal View →
The Story of Owen: Dragon Slayer of Trondheim
“Johnston seamlessly blends fantasy with realistic fiction…. Suggest this title to reluctant readers as the fast-paced plot and witty dialogue will keep them turning pages until the tale’s exciting conclusion. A great addition for any library with a strong fantasy… View →
Dino-Boarding
“This is a fun celebration of sports and dinosaurs with broad kid appeal.” —School Library Journal View →
Dear Wandering Wildebeest: And Other Poems from the Water Hole
“This will be a much-sought-after book for teaching reading and inquiry skills…. A strong choice.” —starred, School Library Journal View →
Stork's Landing
“The soft edges and muted colors of Shuttlewood’s watercolor illustrations perfectly complement this low-key, pleasant, but improbable tale of animal rescue.” —School Library Journal View →
Wild Animals!: Book 5
“Readers will enjoy the back matter, which includes pictures of the creators’ desks along with art renderings and martial arts photos. Recommended as an additional purchase.” —School Library Journal View →
When Lunch Fights Back: Wickedly Clever Animal Defenses
“This title explodes with fascinating facts and action-packed photographs that convey how different creatures have evolved to escape predators…. A visually stimulating and informative addition.” —School Library Journal View →
A Bat Cannot Bat, a Stair Cannot Stare: More about Homonyms and Homophones
“As the book claims, ‘the fun doesn’t lessen as you laugh through each lesson.’ Students will not only be repeating these silly verses but will be writing their own as well.” —School Library Journal View →
Up for Sale: Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
“The narrative is concise, clear, and factual, and there are plenty of photos and text boxes to break up text…. A strong stepping-off point for further inquiry into the subject.” —School Library Journal View →
A Big Day for Migs
“[T]he bright colors and array of printed clothing create a lively, vibrant mood throughout. The rhyming couplets clearly and cleverly relate the familiar predicament of overcoming the first-day jitters.” —School Library Journal View →
The Case of the Vanishing Little Brown Bats: A Scientific Mystery
“The text is written in a clear tone, providing information on the plight of the bats in an accessible style…. An excellent work that will enlighten readers about a growing problem in the natural world.” —starred, School Library Journal View →
Bubbe's Belated Bat Mitzvah
“The straightforward, clean, and simple text portrays a warm and loving family and community. The folksy acrylic illustrations are friendly, rounded, and colorful . . . This book fills a gap we didn’t even know we had in a positive way.” — School Library… View →
Lug: Dawn of the Ice Age
“A roaring addition for public and school libraries.” —School Library Journal View →
Sticky Fingers: DIY Duct Tape Projects — Easy to Pick Up, Hard to Put Down
“An enjoyable crafting title.”—School Library Journal View →
Beetle Boy
“The emotional revelations are well paced and the characters feel real and believable, which is an extraordinary feat considering the range of personalities present in the text…. Many of the lessons and ideas that can be taken away from this text would be powerful discussion… View →
Jack and the Wild Life
“This adventure-filled series fills a gap between shorter chapter books and longer middle grade fiction.” —School Library Journal View →