Reviews
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Watch Me Bloom: A Bouquet of Haiku Poems for Budding Naturalists
“A bright bouquet of poems, petals, and values.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Ada Lovelace and the Start of Computers
“[A] fine introduction to Lovelace and her work. Inspiring and informative.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Pirate Passover
“An enjoyable treat for the holiday. Don’t pass this one over.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Enly and the Buskin' Blues
“A quick-paced coming-of-age story exploring music and family expectations.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Detective Gordon: A Case with a Bang
“…[T]his volume is just as charming, gentle, wry, and entertaining as the rest of the series and anything that was created by A.A. Milne or Kenneth Grahame. Spee’s squiggly colored-pencil drawings again bring everything to life.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Mary Anning and the Great Fossil Discoveries
“Bayarri’s bulbous-nosed cartoon figures and clear, detailed frames deliver a cheery, episodic account of Anning’s experiences and offer a sense of the coastal cliffs where she made her finds. . . . An appealing introduction to an important dinosaur… View →
My Family Haggadah
“A sweet and very welcome introduction and accompaniment to a lovely and joyous springtime festival.”―Kirkus Reviews View →
Escape from the Wildfire
“Straightforward characterization and understated narration make this a strong choice for reluctant readers. The finely detailed plot unwinds slowly, but make no mistake—it’s a page-turner.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
“A charming reminder that friends don’t need to say a lot; warm hearts and expressions speak volumes.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Stars of the Night: The Courageous Children of the Czech Kindertransport
“A not-to-be-missed, inspirational book about courage, heart, and the necessity of caring for others.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Not Talking about You
The straightforward language and conversational tone make it a good choice for reluctant readers. An accessible work, ideal for starting discussions on navigating racial bias and stereotyping."—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Bear and the Wildcat
“Quietly contemplative, mingling hope and healing, this is a book that will offer comfort to many.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Wonderful Hair: The Beauty of Annie Malone
“Marshall’s illustrations, a mosaic of rich colors, skillfully complement the text and convey the feel of the period while capturing Annie’s passion and the dignity of the women depicted. A rousing blueprint for economic self-determination and success.”—Kirkus View →
Dino-Valentine's Day
“A sprightly Valentine romp to fill out holiday collections.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Little Island
“A cozy reminder to appreciate those around us.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Birthday Bonanza: The Fabulous Diary of Persephone Pinchgut
“A fun, emotional, and relatable roller coaster of family ups and downs.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Bumblebee Grumblebee
“Delightful images and carefully selected text combine for a silly, innovative, entirely enjoyable read.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Buildings That Breathe: Greening the World's Cities
“Hopeful and information-packed, this is a positive addition to the environmental shelf.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Not Done Yet: Shirley Chisholm's Fight for Change
“The tone of the book is inspiring, but Brown doesn’t shy away from the mistreatment Chisholm encountered . . . Crews’ vividly textured illustrations positively sing, enhancing the text and making for a perfect introduction for young readers everywhere. As powerful as… View →