Reviews
My Brain Is Magic: A Sensory-Seeking Celebration
“The text is pithy but lively, good for reading aloud. The art is expressive and colorful, with lots of warm pinks and oranges. A sweet, energetic book that can help neurodivergent kids understand their brains better.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask
“In this mythology-minded adventure tale, Nguru provides readers with a solid introduction to Kenyan lore . . . and culture. . . . The emotional structure of the story . . . will resonate with many readers.”—The Horn Book Magazine View →
Rainbow Letters: A Book for Rainbow Babies
“With few picture-book reflections of pregnancy and infant loss, this warmhearted title is welcome.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Detective Gordon: A Case with a Bang
“The combination of the quaint narrative and the lovely, painterly illustrations make this a warm-hearted tale that readers will want to immerse themselves in. . . . Instant classics, these stories would make for perfect classroom read-alouds and a just-right match for chapter book View →
The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda & Squirrel
“[T]he tales, translated from Dutch, are enjoyable and will hold readers’ attention. Low-key friends and not-too-dramatic adventures can be enough sometimes.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Green Girls
“Readers will be drawn in by bright, approachable illustrations and stay for the determination of these young eco-warriors.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Coldest Winter I Ever Spent
“Honestly and courageously explores sensitive topics.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Detective Gordon: A Case with a Bang
“[T]his book is enjoyable for reading aloud to young children and accessible to transitional chapter-book readers. Nilsson excels at writing imaginative, gently amusing adventures, laced with unpretentious bits of wisdom. Spee’s enchanting illustrations capture the tone of… View →
Stars of the Night: The Courageous Children of the Czech Kindertransport
“Quiet but immediate. . . . The in-the-moment text combines with emotional acrylic, colored-pencil, and collage illustrations in Alko’s signature style to create a dreamlike atmosphere.”—starred, The Horn Book Magazine View →
The Love of the Moonlight
“A nighttime poem rooted in a city landscape, encouragement to be compassionate, and, of course, moonlight. . . . The palette of blues, reds, greens, and black is expertly shaded, conveying a dreamy mood appropriate to the subject.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
What Will I Be?
“This is a good book about imagination, friendships, and the future. However, the most important part of the story is the ending, which focuses on the importance of being yourself.” –Children’s Literature View →
All about Bus Drivers
“What do you know about bus drivers? Readers will find out with this addition to the “Sesame Street Loves Community Helpers” series. This book highlights the multiple roles of bus drivers, including providing transportation to school, work, and other places people go.… View →
All about Grocery Store Workers
“This book, part of the “Sesame Street Loves Community Helpers” series, focuses on grocery store workers. It highlights how grocery store workers are helpful and why we should appreciate them as community helpers. Their varied roles are presented, including getting… View →
All about Garbage Collectors
“What do garbage collectors do? Readers will find out with this addition to the “Sesame Street Loves Community Helpers” series. It shares the role of garbage collectors in making the city a better place to live. They do more than just pick up trash; they also gather… View →
Don't Sit On the Baby, 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Sane, Skilled, and Safe Babysitting
“[T]his is a wonderful resource for tweens and younger teens ready to begin working as a babysitter or sitters with limited experience who are looking to expand their knowledge.” –Children’s Literature View →
Hidden Heroes in Technology
“Young readers will be excited to see people such as themselves who have made such advancements in technology.”—Children’s Literature View →
Secrets of the Lost City: A Scientific Adventure in the Honduran Rain Forest
“In this well-written text, readers will step into an exciting field of discovery, following in the footsteps of pioneering scientists and archeologists who brought an ancient city to life in the twenty-first century.”—Children’s Literature View →
The Big Backyard: The Solar System beyond Pluto
“This inviting work is perspective adjusting, particularly for readers who haven’t imagined much beyond a star, a handful of planets, and a few extra rocks. Tantalizingly introduces readers to far-flung scientific wonders.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Walls and Welcome Mats: Immigration and the American Dream
“A combination of real-life examples, critical historical context, and engaging graphics and data presentation makes this a solid choice. An inviting, thorough, and accessible introduction to an important and perpetually relevant topic.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Kind Crocodile
“…[T]he humorously expressive illustrations are appealing, as are the prominent appearances of onomatopoeic animal howls incorporated at strategic points throughout. A diverting read on the theme of enough-is-enough.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Hidden Creature Features
“High marks for presentation and showy cast alike.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Elmer and the Gift
“[A] gently conveyed and strong message for young readers with elderly family members of their own. Fans of the series will be heartened. A tender tale featuring a beloved hero.”—Kirkus Reviews View →