Reviews
Florence Price
“[T]his is an overwhelmingly dynamic and captivating biography of a woman whose life and work should be more widely known. An ideal introduction to a Black female pioneer and her work.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
S'More Is Enough
“Earnestly self-help vibe . . . brightened by charming portrayals of cheery-looking foodstuffs that add humor and emotion. . . . Imaginative.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Arm in Arm: The Grimké Sisters' Fight for Abolition and Women's Rights
“This relatively short book thoughtfully presents a period of upheaval and change and traces the sisters’ long-lasting impact as well as recent, more critical perceptions of their motivations and behavior that bring welcome nuance to their story. . . Informative and… View →
Fascinating Fungi: Nourishers, Killers, Connectors, and Healers
“An extraordinarily well-researched, well-presented, and visually appealing book on a fascinating subject.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
Dolphin's Cry for Help
“Plentiful illustrations on nearly every page support comprehension, making this series a fabulous pick for readers transitioning to chapter books. While not nonfiction, the story includes accurate information that inspires curiosity about animals and ocean life. This title—and the View →
Design Thinking: A Guide to Innovation
“This versatile book is an empowering resource for students, whether they are working alone or with a team as part of a science or humanities class, an inventors club, or a social action student group. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature View →
Trumpets of Death: A Graphic Novel
“The artwork is certainly the showpiece, with a bold color palette adding to the 1990s nostalgia the book quietly evokes, while the sleekness of the cartoon character design adds a modern polish to the project. A fascinating tale.”—Booklist View →
Liftoff!: How the Apollo Moon Missions Made Alma Thomas's Art Soar
“The spare but informative text moves effortlessly between the parallel stories of the moon mission and Alma’s painting. . . A powerful paean to both the space program and a noteworthy artist.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →
The Last Plum: A Mini and Milo Book
“The softly colored, carefully composed digital illustrations present personable, sympathetic protagonists, with ample boldfaced type incorporated into the artwork for dramatic effect. A delightful charmer about how friendships can blossom through compromise.”—Kirkus… View →
All the Cats
“The rhyming text is black, large, and spare, laid out seamlessly with the illustrations, making this an ideal option for younger children building their vocabulary. . . . The earnest arrangement spells satisfaction, making this a quick and easy pick for cat lovers. Playful, like… View →
All the Dogs
“Using ample white space, the watercolor-like mixed-media illustrations blend and bleed, creating organic, energetic lines and shapes that evoke a warm-and-fuzzy feeling. . . . The snappy text lends itself well to repeat readings or sharing together with a special canine… View →
The Box Full of Wonders
“…[T]his pleasing read-aloud will especially resonate with kids navigating newly blended families. . . . Puts a positive spin on a potentially stressful familial experience.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Box Full of Wonders
“There are many picture books about moving, fewer on blended families, and fewer still that combine both while including children’s emotional reactions to their changing family unit and shared home. . . . [T]his brightly illustrated picture book expresses the mixed feelings… View →
Zeyna Lost and Found
“An entertaining cross-border adventure, sure to thrill readers.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Rembrandt's Blessing
“This little-known slice of history embellished with an engaging kid-friendly storyline is a worthy addition for most libraries.”—School Library Journal View →
Laila Tov, Grover!
“A soft, reassuring bedtime book that gently weaves Jewish tradition into a universal nighttime routine.”—School Library Journal View →
Start with a Teapot: An Unexpected Guide to the Art of Drawing
“More concept than direct instruction, this humorous art book takes readers on a journey of imagination and embracing imperfection.”—School Library Journal View →
Baila the Klopper
“Baila creatively helps solve the issues while the village works together to create a warm and cooperative community. Likewise, the expressive illustrations depict a small town with people who care deeply about one another. . .The book is appropriate for Jewish libraries as well as View →
Charley and Seymour's Hanukkah Miracle
“The illustrations are simplistic and colorful and will appeal to young children. This book is an appropriate fun additional purchase for Jewish, school, and public libraries which have substantial collections of Hanukkah stories.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
Twist, Tumble, Triumph: The Story of Champion Gymnast Ágnes Keleti
Sorrow and celebration are parallel threads in this uplifting biography. It introduces one of the darkest chapters in Jewish history in a child-appropriate way. Jewish readers may take pride in a champion who shares their heritage, but this story of perseverance and hope is inspirational View →
Zayde Babysits before Passover
“Full of traditional things that are done the day before Passover, Zayde Babysits Before Passover is a light and fun picture book for picture book lovers.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
The Mitzvah Fairy
“This book would be lovely for a Jewish preschool or kindergarten class or family story time leading easily into opportunities to incorporate mitzvot into daily life.”—Association of Jewish Libraries View →
Help!: A Monster Play-Along Adventure
“Featuring huge-lettered text and hilariously grotesque imagery—including stomach-churning yellow-green fart clouds—this tale is loud in every sense of the word, but the illustrations offer ample negative space for breathing room . . . . [K]ids will find it a hoot. A gut-busting… View →