Reviews
Piece by Piece: Ernestine's Gift for President Roosevelt
“This inspirational story celebrates a young girl’s creativity and ingenuity during a challenging time in American history. Recommended for elementary school library collections.”—Children’s Literature View →
My Momo-la Is a Museum
“[T]he lyrical language, child-friendly examples, and relevant message about the importance of honoring family bonds and history make for a meaningful read. A warm tale about the search for stories.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Just Another Story: A Graphic Migration Account
“With delicacy and grace, Salvadoran cartoonist Saade crafts a resonant and distinctive graphic novel debut . . . Each panel is a testament to individual resilience, culminating in an expansive story of human beings triumphing against unspeakable odds.”—starred,… View →
We Found a Seed
“The colorful, unpretentious illustrations are charming. A satisfying read that’s just right for spring.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Pigeons at War: How Avian Heroes Changed History
“Readers who love reading about animals accomplishing great deeds will enjoy this while, at the same time, they’ll learn a lot about a much-maligned bird.”—Booklist View →
Three Jumps to Sorry: A Yom Kippur Story
“A book and a game are sometimes the best way to help children understand things that can be hard. Reviewer Rating: 5” —Children’s Literature View →
Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself
“This combination of “found poetry” from Equiano’s autobiography and other writings and non-fiction essay reveals the depth of feeling held in Equiano’s heart as he suffered through kidnapping, transportation across the ocean to strange countries, and a… View →
The Wolf in Underpants Gets Some Pants
“Although it touches on some potentially serious themes of identity, popularity, trends, style, and commercialism, this picture book is a fun romp through the woods with a naïve but loveable wolf-hero. Readers will enjoy the beginning graphic novel or comic book format; details in… View →
The Great Henna Party
“The book’s vivid, whimsical illustrations beautifully accompany the tender, well-paced text. Clear explanations of the henna party make this title a good window for children unfamiliar with the tradition. . . . A sweet, gentle tale about tradition, family, and… View →
The Observologist: A Handbook for Mounting Very Small Scientific Expeditions
“An amusing approach to a traditional field guide, displaying intricate illustrations. Clarkson’s environmental book is well suited for developing naturalists as well as curious observers. It deserves a place of honor on every library shelf and will be a valuable asset in… View →
Poison Town
“An absorbing story of grassroots environmental activism by teens.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Four Bad Unicorns
“The bright, expressive, unicorn-cluttered cartoon illustrations are inviting, and the matter-of-fact portrayal of Connie’s disability is refreshing.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
My Baby Sister Is a Diplodocus
“The simple, colorful illustrations suit the engaging, concise text well. . . . A sympathetic read for children adapting to not being ‘onlies’ anymore.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Just Another Story: A Graphic Migration Account
“Powerful vignettes weave the epic odyssey of one family’s migration while highlighting the risks and sacrifices undertaken daily by migrants searching for the American dream. The striking illustrations deftly convey complex emotions and poignant symbolism.”—starred,… View →
The Rock in My Throat
“Yang’s poetic prose sings in perfect unison with Lin’s gorgeously textured illustrations, rendered in earthy tones . . . A powerful window into the perspective of a young immigrant.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
US Women's National Soccer Team: Winning On and Off the Field
Soccer is a sport that has steadily grown in popularity throughout the United States. At the same time, the U.S. Women’s National Team has experienced success and accolades for the medals they have won in both the Olympics and the FIFA Women’s World… View →
Bionic Animals
“Takes an irresistible approach to STEM topics. Each themed volume provides a light survey of products and technologies created to solve specific problems facing wild animals and pets, often touching upon environmental issues in the process.”… View →
A Better Best Friend
“Tallec’s illustrations reflect the quietly amusing quality of the text while giving each character a distinctive look and creating a beautiful forest backdrop with stately trees, filtered light, and seasonal changes of colors. The idea of finding a friend will resonate with… View →
A Ramadan to Remember
“[T]his heartwarming title stresses the importance of community, while Awatiff’s vibrant spreads convey a sense of happiness and contentment.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Small Shoes, Great Strides: How Three Brave Girls Opened Doors to School Equality
“[B]rutal, enlightening, hopeful, and realistic. An important piece of history, the book is a treasure and will require classroom discussion.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
If I Were a Fungus
“[U]seful as an introduction to a little-known or understood subject.”—School Library Journal View →
Best Believe: The Tres Hermanas, a Sisterhood for the Common Good
“The sisters’ fiery spirit runs through the text, which frankly calls out disparities and celebrates the Tres Hermanas’ many victories as they passionately defended the rights of Puerto Rican Americans and lifted up their culture. . . Illustrations channeling the… View →
My Baby Sister Is a Diplodocus
“Without shying away from the difficult-to-manage emotions of older siblings when a baby joins the family, this picture book sensitively portrays a child’s mixed feelings, which gradually, convincingly shift toward contentment.”—Booklist View →