Reviews
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 →
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 →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“[An] upbeat, curiosity-inducing early reader.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Stars of the Night: The Courageous Children of the Czech Kindertransport
“Stelson masterfully provides background context for today’s young readers, while keeping the focus of the story on the children’s experience. Rating: OUTSTANDING”— BayViews View →
The Bear and the Wildcat
“This quiet, gently told story about death and friendship is well matched with soothing illustrations. . . . This Japanese import . . . will be a welcome addition to books about grieving.”—The Horn Book Magazine View →
The Blue Glass Heart
“A quiet and loving story that lingers.” ―Kirkus Reviews View →
Nothing Could Stop Her: The Courageous Life of Ruth Gruber
“A moving account of an unstoppable woman.” ―Kirkus Reviews View →
The New God?, Book 1: Volume 1
“Tornager’s bombastic, vibrantly saturated art portrays flashy fight sequences with a potent mixture of intense suspense and ludicrous humor. Frenzied activity abounds in this action-packed series starter, with a solidly earned cliffhanger ending to entice readers into the… View →
Another Band's Treasure: A Story of Recycled Instruments
“Rough-hewn b&w illustrations and lean text convey a linear story that prioritizes a collective journey over individual character arcs. By rendering the recycled instruments in full color, Xie adds a welcome burst of verve while spotlighting the story’s unique… View →
Strikers: A Graphic Novel
“A love letter to the Midwest. A heartfelt tribute to all the benchwarmers out there just waiting for their shot.” —Dave Scheidt, author of Mayor Good Boy and Agents of SLAM View →
Strikers: A Graphic Novel
“Strikers is the best kind of underdog tale. Funny, heartfelt, and action-packed, filled with scrappy kids figuring themselves out both on and off the ice.” —Mike Dawson, author of The Fifth Quarter View →
Mary Anning and the Great Fossil Discoveries
“[A] fine, simple introduction to an overlooked scientist.”—School Library Journal View →
The Coldest Winter I Ever Spent
“Jacobus (Romancing the Dark in the City of Light, 2015) has done a beautiful job with many difficult subjects, striking just the right tone and treating her highly sympathetic characters with dignity and compassion.”—Booklist View →
Poop for Breakfast: Why Some Animals Eat It
“Levine knows how to grab young readers’ attention and explain science topics simply but effectively. And while Weiser’s illustrations are entertaining, they’re also enlightening . . . Irresistible science.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Big Backyard: The Solar System beyond Pluto
“The text is engaging, occasionally alluding to science fiction works and popular conspiracy theories, and uses accessible examples . . . This inviting offering will be welcomed by student researchers and space nerds alike.”—Booklist View →
I'm Gonna Be a SMITH!, Book 1: Volume 1
“There are a lot of action-packed panels full of life and lots of zoom lines in this fast-paced story of self-discovery and altruism. This might appeal to readers of Fullmetal Alchemist looking for something a little more lighthearted or even fans of Trigun who enjoy… View →
Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, Astronomer
Wong’s appealing illustrations are orderly in composition and subtle in their use of color. . . . A pleasing, informative introduction to Maria Mitchell."—Booklist View →
Indigo and Ida
“Indigo is a relatable and sympathetic character, and the social justice issues she champions at her school are timely and ring true. Readers will be inspired by Indigo’s passion and compelled to read more about Wells, too.”—starred, Booklist View →
The First Invasion: Book 1
“A real page-turner! Once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down!” —Aron Nels Steinke, author of Mr. Wolf’s Class View →
The Love of the Moonlight
“. . . Buckner invites readers to view the moon as a model of peace, comfort, and love in this message-driven picture book.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Indigo and Ida
“In Capps’s endearing debut, biracial (white and Black) eighth grader Indigo Fitzgerald faces scrutiny and microaggressions from her peers during her campaign for class president. . . . Forthright conversations surrounding privilege between Indigo and her white mother further View →
The Bear and the Wildcat
“[A] forward-looking book for children who have loved and lost.”—Wall Street Journal View →
The Babka Sisters
“Newman’s little culinary romp is infectiously happy and fun to read aloud. Detailed instructions for baking a babka are included. The steps are many; the results are delicious. Entertaining, lighthearted, and yummy.” ―Kirkus Reviews View →