Reviews
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
All Aboard the Poo Boat: Book 2
“The book is an excellent resource for classroom use and is well-suited for a unit on marine biology or ocean life. This title is a strong continuation of the series and a worthy addition to any elementary school library. Highly recommended for its educational value and engaging… 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 Black Mambas: The World's First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit
“The book is an excellent resource for classroom use, particularly for a social studies program in elementary grades, as it balances the representation of South African and global efforts to protect wildlife. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature 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 →
Isabel's Birthday Surprise
“A helpful tool for talking about the emotions that surround special events. Isabel’s inner world is vividly illustrated, with brightly colored art swirling around her in a style reminiscent of papel picado, visually expressing her hopes and worries. A robust bilingual reader’s… View →
Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People
“Kamalani Hurley pens a love letter to Kanaloa Kahoʻolawe while depicting the capacity humans possess to hurt and heal the land. While the story of Kahoʻolawe can certainly be read as one of loss and erasure, Hurley also seeks to remind readers of its core message of dedication and View →