Reviews
Sadie, Ori, and Nuggles Go to Camp
" . . . this should serve most new and first-time campers well in providing a positive response to the anxiety that inevitably accompanies excitement at leaving home." — Kirkus Reviews View →
Mercy Mode
“Volume 2 of this smart series builds momentum and suspense, raises stakes and expands narrative scope—in short, plan on a marathon, up-all-night read.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Knockout Games
“[T]he author’s meaty ideas and exciting action sequences blend together perfectly. . . . Harsh and relentless, a tough but worthy read.” —starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Fat & Bones: And Other Stories
“Tonally these read a bit like folk or fairy tales, but the edges are sharp; the dark, ink-blotted design and pen-and-ink art make this an object to admire as well as read. Strange and strangely compelling, this is one of those books that needs the right reader—who will eat it… View →
“The story works on two levels: as a psychological mystery and as a story of Callie’s rocky relationships with her sister and boyfriends, always grounding her difficulties in reality. Thoroughly compelling.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
If It Rains Pancakes: Haiku and Lantern Poems
“Wonderfully crafted and illustrated: a delightful, effective primer for budding poets.” —starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
A Midterm Night's Scheme: Book 6
“Don’t bother trying to explain it to your friends. Just tell them it’s hilarious.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Where's My Tushy?
“Captain Underpants look-alikes return with a caper sure to tickle preschool funny bones at storytime.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Curiosity's Mission on Mars: Exploring the Red Planet
“An informative, useful look at a current and ongoing mission to explore our nearest neighbor in the solar system.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Every Body's Talking: What We Say without Words
“A smart, accessible introduction to an important and interesting topic.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“An enjoyable, instructive story with humor, heart and a pair of adorable mice.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“A helpful guide full of good, sensible advice to teens feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of major life transitions.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Great Balloon Hullaballoo
“Bently charges up the silliness with singsong verses in aabb rhyme that dash madly through the escapades…. A fun-filled ride.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Boa's Bad Birthday
“Willis gets the tone just right, likely eliciting both gales of laughter and sympathy from youngsters. Ross’ loose, colorful pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations capture the ridiculous situations and poor Boa’s reactions.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“Each pose is perfection; parents will achingly recognize a magical time in their own children’s development, and young readers will recognize themselves in the careful explorer. The simple and elegant artwork provides a rich environment for the text…. Absolutely… View →
“MacIver’s simple text has lots of bounce and phonic crunch. Davis’ illustrations, besides being colorful, effectively communicate motion and fun.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Secrets of the Sky Caves: Danger and Discovery on Nepal's Mustang Cliffs
“The text, which provides a solid history of the region, is supplemented by many photographs of the explorers as well as the items from the excavation…. [A] satisfying exploration.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“Helvig builds a rock-solid future world and provides enough staggering plot twists and turns to keep pages flying to the gut-wrenching cliffhanger. A scorching series opener not to be missed.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“The words snugly fit the capacities of an emergent reader, but they hold a delicious sense of portent. . . . A perfect primer for the existential philosophy required for a small one to make it through the day.” —starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Shabbat Is Coming!
" . . . the bouncy verse and Garofoli’s richly colored, slightly three-dimensional cartoons against canvas-textured background provide a compelling introduction to the weekly celebration. This playful depiction of a loving family gathering is a suitable introduction for… View →
The Quayside Cat
“Gorgeous illustrations combine with the poetic language of the narrative to create a winsome journey.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
My Amazing Dinosaur: Book 2
“Bright colors, silly jokes about poop and slapstick antics make this a cute, quick read….A fluffy comic bonbon—what kid wouldn’t want a dinosaur as a best friend?” —Kirkus Reviews View →
“Friedman sensitively explores the emotional upheavals that sometimes accompany the middle school years….Readers will empathize as April displays spunk and resilience in addressing her mistakes and remaining true to herself.” —Kirkus Reviews View →
Water Can Be . . .
“Dabija’s illustrations, created with a combination of traditional and digital techniques and filled with simple shapes and vivid, vibrant colors, are misty, scratchy, sometimes-impressionistic, always atmospheric—in a word, beautiful….Kids of all ages will gain a new… View →