Reviews
A Fox Called Herbert
“[A]nodyne and pleasant. . . . A familiar story competently told.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Can You Whistle, Johanna?
“A sweet, tender, never maudlin evocation of an intergenerational friendship.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Sunday Rain
A quiet, sweet story blending common themes of moving, imagination, and friendship. —Kirkus Reviews View →
Germs Up Close
“[E]ven the smallest physical details of bugs from E. coli to coronavirus stand out in sharp, precise definition. . . . High-interest topic and eye-catching visuals . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them
“[D]eals affectingly with a subject that remains too absent in books for young readers. It deserves the widest possible readership.”—starred, Booklist View →
Germs Up Close
“After a paragraph introducing each category of germs, the presentation spotlights one after another with a pithy summary of its characteristics as well as an illustration. . . . and many highly magnified, surprisingly colorful images of germs, including… View →
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
“Entertaining, illuminating, and an accessible antidote to dominant histories.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
#MeToo and You: Everything You Need to Know about Consent, Boundaries, and More
“Chapters work together to offer tips on asking for help, being an ally, and taking action against sexual abuse. . . . Bondy presents real and fictional stories that expand concepts, and she makes sure to include LGBTQ+ victims in her discussions.”—Booklist View →
Natural Satellites: The Book of Moons
“An illuminating journey through the moons of our solar system, presenting goals for future space exploration.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Stay Healthy with Sesame Street ®: Understanding Coronavirus
“Concise, straightforward, and supportive. . . . The combination of facts and familiar characters makes this a reassuring choice for young children.”—Booklist View →
Rissy No Kissies
“[A] refrain (‘No kissies!’) and soft watercolor art by Engle reinforce the message that speaking up for one’s bodily agency should always be embraced.”—starred, Publishers Weekly View →
Coyote's Soundbite: A Poem for Our Planet
“Agard’s rhythmic verse reads like a classic fable, with intriguing characters and an interesting premise.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Secret Animal Kingdom
“A satisfying fantasy adventure that follows a familiar formula to a triumphant conclusion.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
And a Cat from Carmel Market
“A sweet depiction of the traditions of the Jewish weekly observance.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
Anita and the Dragons
“A gorgeous story about the love of one’s homeland and the courage it takes to emigrate.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Matzah Craze
“But Gallegos’s peppy, animation-like illustrations feel true enough to school life, depicting an inclusive student body eager to learn—and to nosh.” — Publishers Weekly View →
The Great Passover Escape
“Weiser’s playful digital illustrations have the inventive framings of mid-century art posters, while Moritz’s linguistically twisty text leads this earnest but nonsensical Passover tale that may well become the basis for many a holiday in-joke.” — Publishers Weekly View →
The Great Passover Escape
“This book presents an excellent introduction to the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem, a wonderful place for children of all ages to learn about animals mentioned in the Bible as well as endangered species.” — Rachel Glasser, AJL Newsletter, retired… View →
Rah! Rah! Mujadara
“The short rhymes (’It’s a pitzel of a schnitzel! Crispy chicken, finger lickin’) and the bright illustrations will make this a favorite, and it can be used with older kids for story time with themes of food and/or Israel. Bitei-avon (healthy appetite)!” — Chava… View →
The Woodcarver's Daughter
“The Woodcarver’s Daughter introduces children to a period of contemporary Jewish history in a well-written, entertaining and detailed way.” — Ilka Gordon, AJL Newsletter, Beachwood, OH View →
Happy Birthday, Trees!
“Cheery, simple, and delightfully readable, this board book will engage the youngest readers in the positive message of Tu B’Shevat.” — Martha McMahon, AJL Newsletter, Sinai Akiba Academy, Los Angeles, CA View →
Natan Sharansky: Freedom Fighter for Soviet Jews
“This is an excellent recounting of a struggle which was won against all odds.” — Rachel Glasser, AJL Newsletter, retired librarian, Yavneh Academy, Teaneck, NJ View →
Sunday Rain
“The imagination-fueled adventures . . . will restore your faith in the kindness of kids.”—Parents Magazine View →
Boardwalk Babies
“This smoothly written account of little-known events results in a heartwarming story that will help develop audience empathy. Appealing illustrations capture the period and ambiance nicely and depict winsome infants of different races and ethnicities. . . A thought-provoking… View →