Reviews
Colors of Japan
“The soft, fluid, in some cases almost monochromatic pictures suit the narrative.” —School Library Journal View →
Love, Ruby Valentine
“This story. . . should take a prominent place on Valentine’s Day bookshelves.” —School Library Journal View →
Jumping Kangaroos
“New readers hungry for factual information will be drawn to these titles.” —School Library Journal View →
Pet Hermit Crab
“The pictures clearly depict the topic at hand, and often, enhance it.” —School Library Journal View →
"A useful volume, especially given Myanmar’s recent coverage in the media." —School Library Journal View →
“Charming and full of humor, this is sure to be a favorite. . .” —School Library Journal View →
Hanukkah Nights
“Colors and religion and board books all together? My kind of party!” —School Library Journal View →
Forests & Jungles
“The poems, which can add depth and interest to a school unit or research report, make these titles [Forests & Jungles and Grasslands & Deserts] more readable. Two titles that are well suited for class discussion on habitats, endangered animals, and conservation.”… View →
Grasslands & Deserts
“The poems, which can add depth and interest to a school unit or research report, make these titles [Grasslands & Deserts and Forests & Jungles] more readable. Two titles that are well suited for class discussion on habitats, endangered animals, and conservation.”… View →
Cooking the Mexican Way
“Each well-organized and well-written book [Cooking the Mexican Way, Cooking the East African Way, and Cooking the French Way] now has a greater emphasis on low-fat and vegetarian recipes. These new titles will be useful for cultural and heritage school projects as well as fun… View →
Cooking the French Way
“Each well-organized and well-written book [Cooking the French Way, Cooking the Mexican Way, and Cooking the East African Way] now has a greater emphasis on low-fat and vegetarian recipes. These new titles will be useful for cultural and heritage school projects as well as fun… View →
Cooking the East African Way
“Each well-organized and well-written book [Cooking the East African Way, Cooking the Mexican Way, and Cooking the French Way] now has a greater emphasis on low-fat and vegetarian recipes. These new titles will be useful for cultural and heritage school projects as well as fun… View →
Crafts to Make in the Fall
“Twenty-nine craft projects with autumn themes, including a school bus picture frame, a fall tree lapel pin, a soft sculpture pumpkin, a leaf-print banner, and a tree puppet that changes color. Two projects can also be used for Jewish holidays. . . The full-color drawings are… View →
Senses on the Farm
“. . .the farm subject and vibrant photographs will have great appeal to young children.” —School Library Journal View →
The Fastest Dinosaurs
“Simple, eye-catching, and informative, these books will fly off the shelves.” —School Library Journal View →
Tiger Turcotte Takes on the Know-It-All
“This solid chapter book for those transitioning from beginning readers has wide appeal.” —School Library Journal View →
Pitch and Throw, Grasp and Know: What Is a Synonym?
“. . . this excellent text goes a long way toward establishing the importance of synonyms.” —School Library Journal View →
The Perfect Shot
“This novel will resonate with readers long after the final page.” —Starred Review, School Library Journal View →
Sports Shorts
“Touching and amusing, these stories offer a healthy dose of laughs and inspiration.” —School Library Journal View →
Danger at the Breaker
“Shine’s dramatic watercolors add depth and emotions to Welch’s historical novel . . .” —School Library Journal View →
“For readers looking for something imaginative and distinctive, Silver City will not disappoint.” — School Library Journal View →
Shabbat Shalom, Grover!
“A useful purchase to have on hand to include or introduce Jewish holidays.” – School Library Journal View →
Crafts From Your Favorite Bible Stories
“Clever crafts constructed from common, inexpensive materials. The 27 topics, with Scriptural notations from the Old and New Testaments, include Noah’s ark, Sara and baby Isaac. . . Jesus walking on water, the ascension, and Paul escaping from prison in a basket. . . These View →
Say It with Music: A Story about Irving Berlin
“. . .vividly written. . . It’s intriguing story and one that Streissguth makes readable and enjoyable.” —School Library Journal View →