Reviews
Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place
“A solid, additional title that can serve as an introduction to Holocaust literature.” – Kathleen Isaacs, Children’s Literature Specialist, Pasadena, MD View →
A Light in the Darkness, a Lock in the Door: Book 2
“The action and wonder never stop in this intriguing sequel.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Mega-Dogs of New Kansas
“[An] adventure to keep readers turning pages. . . . dog fans will be pleased.”—School Library Journal View →
A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
“A good addition to collections looking to update their biology section.”—School Library Journal View →
There Was a Young Rabbi: A Hanukkah Tale
“A great holiday read-aloud.” — Miriam Aronin, Booklist View →
Wild Style: Amazing Animal Adornments
“[E]mphasizes the ‘wild’ factor in both words and illustrations.”—School Library Journal View →
It's Challah Time!: 20th Anniversary Edition
“Included is a recipe and the Shabbat blessings, making this the perfect story to share with children every Friday evening.” — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World View →
Clarence's Topsy-Turvy Shabbat
" The story continues with Clarence bringing home a bunny instead of honey and the narrator chastises him, drawing the reader into fun." — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World View →
There Was a Young Rabbi: A Hanukkah Tale
“This highly recommended tale is fundamentally a book about family and about the strength of Jewish women, focusing on the rabbi’s melding of her maternal and rabbinic roles.” — Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council View →
Why?: A Sciencey, Rhymey Guide to Rainbows
“A bit of science presented with love and joy. Charming.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Mega-Dogs of New Kansas
“An inventive intergalactic romp.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Living Fossils: Survivors from Earth's Distant Past
“A satisfying selection of nature’s survivors for readers intrigued by the animal world.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
There Was a Young Rabbi: A Hanukkah Tale
“The story is sprinkled liberally with all the beloved traditions, from dreidels, chocolate gelt, and a warm family gathering at the end. Children will delight in repeating each verse as it gets longer and longer.” — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World View →
Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place
Best suited for those already familiar with Frank’s story; includes an author’s note, bibliography, and further reading." — Publishers Weekly View →
Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place
“A historically accurate but relatively gentle introduction to the Holocaust for elementary-age readers.” — Miriam Aronin, Booklist View →
Genomics: A Revolution in Health and Disease Discovery
“A clear, understandable, and well-sourced look at how advances in genomic medicine alter the treatment of diseases, with thought-provoking ideas to consider regarding the ethics of human genetic modification.”—Booklist View →
Lizard in a Zoot Suit
“Marco Finnegan provides smart commentary on racism, gender roles and the counterculture of the period. Teens will enjoy this sci-fi take on a moment in U.S. history that isn’t discussed enough.”-Mom Read It View →
She Represents: 44 Women Who Are Changing Politics . . . and the World
“A timely introduction for budding feminists.”—Booklist View →
Lizard in a Zoot Suit
“A new YA graphic novel [that] takes a moment in real world history and turns it into the basis for a thrilling adventure that is never anything less than stylish.”–The Hollywood Reporter View →
Beni's War
“Readers coping with shattered contemporary realities will recognize themselves in a child’s fears and growing empathy.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
Judah Touro Didn't Want to be Famous
“True tzedakah was a gift from the heart and needed no recognition.” — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World View →
Hard Hat Cat!
“A happy surprise ends this fun story of caring and friendship.” — Marcia Berneger, San Diego Jewish World View →