Reviews
The Weight of Everything
[L]ovingly conveys the pivotal role older siblings can play after a parent’s death and weaves in Sarah’s new interest in Guatemalan history and social activism in an organic manner. A thoughtful and substantive story about loss, cultural discovery, and first… View →
Food for Hope: How John van Hengel Invented Food Banks for the Hungry
“An inspiring profile warmed by its (not undeserved) sentimental glow.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Strange Alliances: Book 2
“Light background washes of color are pleasing to the eye, while pops of more saturated tones add emphasis.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Another Band's Treasure: A Story of Recycled Instruments
“[I]nfused with optimism. . . . A gentle reminder of music’s might.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Hedge Lion
“The intricately detailed pen-and-ink drawings highlight the gentle story and call for study.”—Booklist View →
Hidden Creature Features
“[G]ood choice for primary science units emphasizing diversity in the animal world.”—Booklist View →
Roads to Family: All the Ways We Come to Be
“Within each chapter, Ginocchio tells engaging, lengthy stories, based on interviews, of several racially and ethnically diverse parents, from same-sex relationships to individuals who wanted to be parents to heterosexual couples struggling with infertility, and how they brought… View →
Men of the 65th: The Borinqueneers of the Korean War
“[T]old in a riveting narrative style enhanced by maps, historical photographs, and eyewitness quotes. . . . Powerful stories from the battlefield illuminate courage and struggles for recognition.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The First Invasion: Book 1
“Stunning… with bold linework and a unique color palette that perfectly captures the otherworldly setting. Get ready to be swept away by the captivating action and beautiful art in this must-read adventure!” —Jason Shiga, author of Meanwhile View →
Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself
“Monica Edinger and Lesley Younge—former fourth grade co-teachers—brilliantly transform the autobiography into ‘found poems’ by cutting and rearranging Equiano’s original into verse . . . Their deft transformation of Equiano’s odyssey is well-equipped to… View →
The Lady and the Octopus: How Jeanne Villepreux-Power Invented Aquariums and Revolutionized Marine Biology
“Readers will be amazed by Villepreux-Power and the interesting journey she made from seamstress to self-taught scientist, credited with creating the first aquariums and studying live aquatic animals in the process of discovery.” –Children’s Literature View →
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for Budding Naturalists
“Twenty-four mindful haiku about flowers that can be grown or found wild will delight young gardeners and naturalists. . . . The book’s overall effect encourages reflection and awareness of nature to benefit health.”—Booklist View →
Finding Family: The Duckling Raised by Loons
“An entertaining and informative story that will find a home in many collections.”—School Library Journal View →
Perfect Presents!
“This short comic, told in very spare language, conveys a sweet, simple message that children should easily comprehend and, hopefully, emulate: Kindness begets kindness. The lively, humorous illustrations . . . are endearingly expressive. . . . This cute story is like a present and View →
Perfect Presents!
“With its moment of dark humor, this picture book may appeal to school-age children more than preschoolers. Fun for reading aloud.”—Booklist View →
Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself
“This moving found-verse adaptation of the formerly enslaved Equiano’s 1789 memoir makes a seminal work of history accessible to young readers.”—New York Times Book Review View →
Buildings That Breathe: Greening the World's Cities
“Castaldo’s engaging, in-depth writing provides plenty of explanation and details that show why these efforts are an important part of the planet’s future.” —BayViews View →
The Pipsqueak
“A fun underdog story for readers intrepid enough to join this merry band of kids.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Sasquatch and Squirrel
“Plainly the beginning of a beautiful, if ouchy, friendship.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, Astronomer
“Will guarantee this trailblazing scientist her place among the stars.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
My Mommies Built a Treehouse
“The strength of this title depends on its colorful, dynamic digital illustrations and its multiracial LGBTQIA+ representation. This sweet, rhyming STEAM story is a pleasing read.”—School Library Journal View →