Reviews
Odd Bods: The World's Unusual Animals
“High-interest content and visuals will appeal to reluctant readers and animal lovers alike.”—Booklist View →
Hidden Black History: From Juneteenth to Redlining
“Discussing issues of great importance, the Fight for Black Rights series traces Black Americans’ past and ongoing struggles for civil rights and equality . . . A well-organized and timely series.”—Booklist View →
Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer
“[A] valuable addition to units on Indigenous individuals or women in STEM.”—Booklist View →
The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field
“This inspiring tale will appeal to soccer fans, of course, but also has applications for problem solving and determination.”—Booklist View →
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
“Ideal for classroom libraries and a deeper study of American history, this title is a must-have for those seeking the painful and complete truth.”—starred, Booklist View →
Families Like Mine
“An upbeat, appealing series, well suited to reading aloud in the classroom.”—Booklist View →
Maria Tallchief: Native America's Prima Ballerina
“The Beginner Biography series . . . welcomes another worthy set of Americans to its ranks with these latest volumes for primary-grade readers.”—Booklist View →
Girl Code Revolution: Profiles and Projects to Inspire Coders
“This will be a welcome resource for neophyte coders, including parents.”—Booklist View →
My Ex-Imaginary Friend
“Twin themes of abandonment and belief twine through this somewhat mind-bending debut.”—Booklist View →
H Is for Home: A Sesame Street ® Guide to Homes around the World
“A colorful, global introduction to homes.”—Booklist View →
Overground Railroad
©reatively intertwines the voices and setting, authentically representing the train ride and surrounding sounds, as well as the cadence of riding the rails and the lyrical narrative . . . Highly recommended."—starred, Booklist View →
The Most Beautiful Thing
“Richly colored mixed-media illustrations feature beautiful, intricate patterns as a backdrop to this tale of a close-knit, multigenerational family.”—Booklist View →
Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology
“From folded cranes to collapsible solar sails, this offering provides an enticing look at a unique STEAM crossover.”—Booklist View →
Misty Copeland: Principal Ballerina
“This honest account will inspire and encourage young dancers.”—Booklist View →
A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
“[Has] vividly colored, wildly imaginative, and joyful artwork . . . A lively introduction to a vital element in human health.”—Booklist View →
Living Fossils: Survivors from Earth's Distant Past
“An informative book for readers drawn to strange and amazing animals.”—Booklist View →
Crime Scene Investigators
“[F]eatures concise, simple sentences that highlight the basics of this high-interest job. . . . this will certainly satisfy.”—Booklist View →
The Mouth (A Nauseating Augmented Reality Experience)
“By delving into disgusting aspects of the mouth, the text fuels an underlying approbation of dental hygiene.”—Booklist View →
Social Distancing
“[E]xplores one of the most pertinent changes resulting from the current global pandemic.”—Booklist View →
Like Spilled Water
“[A] powerful tale of a brave young woman who dares to question when others simply accept.”—starred, Booklist View →
Dino-Thanksgiving
“A delightful holiday read-aloud for dinosaur devotees.”—Booklist View →
The Great Bear Rescue: Saving the Gobi Bears
“[A]n effective introduction to Gobi bears and the scientists working to save them.”—Booklist View →
Cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain Revolution: Bitcoin and Beyond
“There’s a lack of information on this topic for young readers; this useful book fills a void.”—Booklist View →
“Tailor-made for Garfield fans who aspire to create their own comics . . . an enjoyable experience.”—Booklist View →