Reviews
Omnibird: An Avian Investigator's Handbook
“A silly and fun-loving look at what makes our feathered friends one of the most interesting and distinct specimens in the animal kingdom.”—School Library Journal View →
Watch Them Grow: The Fascinating Science of Animal Beginnings
“A great introduction to the science of reproduction in a way that makes animal babies the star of the show.”—School Library Journal View →
The Museum of Shapes
“Spare text has a pleasing clarity as well as a playfulness. . . . Blocky, clean-edged artwork with occasional spatter textures energizes narration through unexpected design composition.”—Publishers Weekly View →
Azizi and the Little Blue Bird
“De Leeuw’s scrabbly artwork, Quentin Blake–esque in stylish charm, lends a grounded whimsy to the piece, while jewel- and saffron-toned detailing evokes a distinct sense of place, serving up a visual feast. The result is a triumph. A lovely and empowering homage to real-life… View →
Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction
“The co-authors sensitively unpack complex feelings and dynamics, underscoring that addiction doesn’t make someone a bad person, that the path to rehabilitation can be bumpy, and that drug issues are far more common than children might realize. Tan’s artwork is emotionally charged, View →
Sometimes the Girl
“Mason-Black brings together themes of love, loss, addiction, grief, power, and fear into a compelling story. The spotlight shines brightest on Holi, who narrates the story, but secondary characters get respectable attention in this appealing and surprisingly philosophical novel.… View →
Ultrawild: An Audacious Plan for Rewilding Every City on Earth
“This densely packed and hilarious graphic novel about the power of rewilding to fight climate change should delight science-minded kids who love informational, humorous books.”—Shelf Awareness View →
Book Bans: Reading Under Siege
“With library and school book bans in the news, students may wish to learn more about the rationale, history, legalities, and impacts of this hot-button topic. The accessible text and inclusion of historical images and sources demonstrate that book banning is not a new phenomenon.… View →
Liftoff!: How the Apollo Moon Missions Made Alma Thomas's Art Soar
“With the help of sprightly digital illustrations—rendered in bright colors with thick brush strokes, redolent of its subject’s work—the stories crescendo with the conclusion of the mission and Thomas’s acclaimed painting, its confluence of art and science creating an… View →
Peggy Flanagan: Lieutenant Governor
“Though this volume is slim, it is rich with information and resources, all of which are readily accessible for young readers.”—Booklist View →
Hip-Hop and Social Justice: Rhymes of Resistance
“Does a solid job of introducing the power of music as a voice for marginalized populations. . . Great for both browsers and researchers.”—Booklist View →
The Writing Room
“With a unique take on the current political climate, this novel explores finding one’s footing in the adult world and standing behind one’s beliefs.”—Booklist View →
The Monster in the Lake
“Here be monsters—and they are monstrously fun!”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Omnibird: An Avian Investigator's Handbook
“There are in-depth depictions of bird anatomy, songs, behaviors, and, yes, even droppings and pellets, but these aren’t dry discussions; they’re all tinged with cheeky humor and outlandish captions, providing a brilliant balance between entertainment and education. . . View →
Fascinating Fungi: Nourishers, Killers, Connectors, and Healers
“From the eye-catching color photographs to the perfectly named chapter titles, readers will be hooked on this fun and informative book about fungi that truly lives up to its title.”—starred, Booklist View →
I Truck: A Big Rig's Epic Trip
“The illustrations, featuring bold colors, watercolor, and collage, present clear images perfect for conveying concepts to young readers. . . Kids enamored with large vehicles will revel in the facts and details worked into the text and illustrations, neither of which gets bogged… View →
Liftoff!: How the Apollo Moon Missions Made Alma Thomas's Art Soar
“An inspired look at the creative intersection of art and science.”—Booklist View →
Start with a Teapot: An Unexpected Guide to the Art of Drawing
“A witty, absurdist send-up for doodlers and joke lovers alike.”—Booklist View →
Get Dressed, Belly Button!
“The sweet simplicity of this book makes going from diapers to outdoor readiness (hat, scarf, mittens and all) easy in a few interactive turns — though no baby is fully dressed without (spoiler) “a great big kiss!”"—The New York Times Book Review View →
A Gallery of Cats
“[A]n immersive and whimsical tour. . . . Brown is masterful in her tributes, and her strict design structure—Tom on the left side, paintings on the right—allows marvelous little visual gifts to emerge. . . . If Brown’s goal is to make readers of all ages curious… View →
Ultrawild: An Audacious Plan for Rewilding Every City on Earth
“A humorous, thought-provoking blueprint for a better future… It’s easy to be pessimistic about the future, what with climate change and a host of other problems hanging over civilization’s head. But with his new book Ultrawild: An Audacious Plan… View →
The Big Empty: A Sagebrush Survival Story
“The words read aloud smoothly, and the images will show well, making Kirby’s auspicious authorial debut a good choice for small-group sharing. A dramatic depiction of an unusual ecosystem.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Mouse Who Loved Latkes
“Wieder’s lively text captures C.J.’s hopes and fears, accompanied by expressive illustrations that use varied perspectives to good effect. Kindness abounds in this holiday tale of unexpected friendship.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Golden Poo: Book 1
“Park successfully crafts a narrative that is both educational and entertaining. The book’s engaging and whimsical illustrations complement the unique subject matter, making the science of scatology accessible and fun for a young audience. Reviewer Rating:… View →