Reviews
Everything I Was
“In areas where many children are experiencing a similar downsizing in their family’s lifestyle, this book could find its niche with readers who can identify with the protagonist.” —School Library Journal View →
From Jazz Babies to Generation Next: The History of the American Teenager
“Edge’s nonjudgmental history of American teenagers, from factory laborers to present-day, billion-dollar consumers, scores in both scope and level of detail…. Jazz Babies is a quick, interesting read about ’society’s trendsetters.”… View →
Orb Weavers: Hungry Spinners
“Photos go beyond the standard portraits to show, for instance, harvestmen mating and multiple shots of ticks feeding. Each volume also includes multimedia resource lists and a science activity designed to provide insight on the arachnid world without actually involving any live… View →
Afikomen Mambo
“Black’s playful song ‘Afikomen Mambo’ is presented here as an illustrated book-and-CD combo. The music uses a Latin beat to add to the fun of the search, and listeners will want to get up and dance…. This kid-friendly book and CD will be popular with… View →
Big Bouffant
“Warm tones and colorful patterns result in rich illustrations that carry Annabelle’s exuberance and determination through the pages. Shadow and texture layer the story, and panels help readers move along visually. This rhyming text will delight fans of Robert Munsch’s… View →
Sarah Emma Edmonds Was a Great Pretender: The True Story of a Civil War Spy
“Jones succeeds in keeping the complicated narrative at a level appropriate for young readers. Based on Edmonds’s own writings as well as secondary sources, the book presents a believable account of the woman’s actions. While some speculation is included as to her… View →
“Cleary and Goneau make learning about nutrition fun with silly rhymes and goofy illustrations. Food prep, portion size, vitamin values, and vegetable colors and textures are presented at just the right level for little ones, and they will delight in the antics of the brightly… View →
The Stormy Adventure of Abbie Burgess, Lighthouse Keeper
“These books provide exciting glimpses into the past, with just the right amount of tension and intensity to capture readers’ attention. " —School Library Journal View →
Dino-Basketball
“The commentary is fast paced and exciting, the illustrations highlight basketball tradition and culture (cutting down the net, an audience showing team spirit), and the end is inspiring.” —School Library Journal View →
Elephant Talk: The Surprising Science of Elephant Communication
“Throughout this highly readable, informative title are profiles of individuals—an elephant keeper, a scout, researchers, and others—who work with these animals. The ‘Elephant Dictionary’ will help future scientists understand an elephant’s chirp, grunt, rev,… View →
“This well-crafted book deserves a place on the growing shelf of books designed to introduce readers to Robinson, including Sharon Robinson’s Jackie’s Gift (Viking, 2010) and Testing the Ice (Scholastic, 2009) and Myron Uhlberg’s Dad, Jackie, View →
Secrets of a Civil War Submarine: Solving the Mysteries of the H. L. Hunley
“The mysterious disappearance of a Confederate submarine in 1863 becomes even more fascinating when seen through the eyes of the divers, archaeologists, engineers, and other experts who pieced together the details more than a century later. Full-color photographs, helpful diagrams, View →
I, Emma Freke
“A well-paced story told with heart and humor.” —School Library Journal View →
Seven Wonders beyond the Solar System
“Both newly starstruck readers and confirmed students of the heavens will find plenty to marvel over in these volumes.” —School Library Journal View →
Gracie the Lighthouse Cat
“Attractive, painterly renditions of the treacherous sea as well as the emotional features on the faces of the animals will draw children into the suspenseful tale.” —School Library Journal View →
Fortunately, Unfortunately
“Such a convoluted chain of events could easily be weighed down by visually cluttered illustrations, but Foreman employs a light touch with his bright watercolors, and the eye follows exactly where it needs to go.” —School Library Journal View →
I Want to Do It Myself!
“The charming pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations and clever play between words and pictures help set the tone to keep the story fun. Fans of the series will be pleased to have another installment.” —School Library Journal View →
The Sunflower Sword
“The cheerful patchwork illustrations painted in bright, springtime colors add touches of humor to the story…. Children will appreciate the idea that fighting is not the best alternative and that an enemy can become a friend.” —School Library Journal View →
The Talent Show
“From the crooning moose to the singing hippo in a boa, the illustrations don’t miss a beat of humor. Read this aloud with soft but bouncy jazz in the background, and your crowd will cheer as well.” —School Library Journal View →
Ferrets and Ferreting Out: Book 2
“This trilogy exudes shelf appeal…. The anime-inspired art will grab attention. Alta Donna and its fashion-forward citizens are crisply rendered in pastel hues…. These titles are visual standouts.” —School Library Journal View →
Maccabee!: The Story of Hanukkah
“With its ‘little engine that could’ vibe and comic book-style illustrations, Maccabee! is sure to entertain young readers as well as inform them on the origins of Hanukkah. Harrington’s bold art creates a sense of energy and determination while… View →