Reviews
Next-Level Competition: Book 4
“The characters are relatable and the plot is exciting, making this a book that kids will enjoy from start to finish. . . a great book for kids who are interested in coding, robotics, or just looking for a fun and exciting read. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
Coding Camp Chaos: Book 3
“This story delivers a vibrant graphic novel adventure for young readers, seamlessly weaving together summer camp fun with the introduction to essential coding concepts. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
Things That Shimmer
“A tale of friendship dynamics that doesn’t reach for easy resolutions or immediate forgiveness.”—The Horn Book Magazine View →
Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas
“Donohue wants to set the record straight on the positive aspects of this much maligned plant. . . The book is written in a conversational tone making it accessible for teenagers who are curious about cannabis. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
The Observologist: A Handbook for Mounting Very Small Scientific Expeditions
“Clarkson’s fond factoids and mindful sketches express joy in learning while promoting empathy for tiny creatures . . . Nature nerds will rejoice in this compendium of creepy-crawlies.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Cruzita and the Mariacheros
“Many readers will resonate with the demands on her time, and the children and grandchildren of immigrants will likely identify especially strongly with Cruzita’s journey toward connecting with her roots. A sweet summer quest for identity and belonging.”—Kirkus… View →
Four Bad Unicorns
“Patterson’s wash-filled line drawings accurately channel childhood exuberance, energy—and happily focused interest.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Pangu's Shadow
“Detective hijinks abound, including last-ditch offworld trips, and a morgue heist to find a prosthetic hand. A slow-burn queer romance and stellar worldbuilding round out this sci-fi about queer girls flipping the script.”—Shelf Awareness View →
The First Invasion: Book 1
“A fun action/adventure graphic novel with engaging art. Readers will eagerly await the next installment.”—School Library Journal View →
A Pocketful of Stars
“A nearly perfect older tween, early teen tale, with best friend realignments and romance moving in from the horizon, plus mother-daughter fireworks for the ages.”—School Library Journal View →
The Color of Sound
“This is great for exploring the complex world of neurodivergence, specifically as it relates to synesthesia, a real life fascinating condition that allows people to experience unrelated sensory experiences at the same time. Reviewer Rating:… View →
Best Believe: The Tres Hermanas, a Sisterhood for the Common Good
“Ramos’s pride and reverence exudes from out of every word. Medina’s vibrant digital illustrates the powerful presence that these hallmarks had—capturing the righteous anger that drove the sisters to their to help their people. The jewel-tone palette of rich purples and View →
The Rock in My Throat
“Yang traces a Hmong-speaking child’s experience of selective mutism. . . Lin’s digital illustrations employ scale and perspective to smart effect.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Things That Shimmer
“Young readers interested in historical fiction and tween friendship books will enjoy this novel.”—School Library Journal View →
The Color of Sound
“A moving and pensive read. . .”—Booklist View →
Good Night, Good Beach
“Tapper’s illustrations, simple yet lively ink drawings with soft watercolor washes, are particularly evocative of a child’s beach experience. . . A pleasing, summery picture book.”—Booklist View →
The Rock in My Throat
“A heartfelt story that teaches children about diversity and reflects difficulties with being different, understood, and accepted.”—starred, Booklist View →
Can I Sit in the Middle?
“Flexibility, the fun of reading aloud, and enjoyment of the company of others seem to be the messages of this humorous book. Repeated reads and lots of laughs are in sure supply.”—School Library Journal View →
The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist
“Appealing and playful . . . A family engages in cheerful criminality while their youngest makes vain efforts to tell the truth in the delightful caper novel The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
A Pocketful of Stars
“This is a heartbreaking—and mending—story that will resonate well beyond the last page. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
A Better Best Friend
“Demonstrates the value of a best friend—or two.”—starred, Foreword Reviews View →
Afikotective
“A delightfully charming and unreservedly recommended pick for family, school, and library children’s book collections.”—Midwest Book Review View →
Piece by Piece: Ernestine's Gift for President Roosevelt
“This inspirational story celebrates a young girl’s creativity and ingenuity during a challenging time in American history. Recommended for elementary school library collections.”—Children’s Literature View →