Reviews
“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 →
The Freak Observer
“A unique, disturbing, creative story.” —School Library Journal View →
“Evil mastermind Vordak the Incomprehensible shares his ‘evilosity’ with aspiring supervillains in this hilarious spoof on superheroes.” —School Library Journal View →
Ruby Valentine Saves the Day
“Splattered with pink and hearts, the cartoon art is joyful and energetic while the landscapes have a Seuss-like quality. . . . This good-natured story shows what really matters during holidays: spending time with people you love.” —School Library Journal View →
Raised by Wolves
“Barnes weaves a fantastic story line full of great plot twists and turns with a little romance sprinkled in…..[A] great read and a must-have for libraries with fans of the supernatural. " —School Library Journal View →
"Washing Adam's Jeans" and Other Painless Tricks for Memorizing Social Studies Facts
“In the introduction, Cleary defines ‘mnemonic’ and gives a few examples. Using songs, captions, sentences, poems, and numbers to aid in memorizing are all demonstrated.” —School Library Journal View →
Lost Sight: True Survival Stories
“These narratives read like information from the Discovery Health channel, for kids: part fascinating science, part human interest story, and part ‘Eew, gross!’” —School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Battling Malaria: On the Front Lines against a Global Killer
“This title offers students an eye-opening view of what life is like in other parts of the world and the dangers faced by people in developing countries.” —School Library Journal View →