Reviews
Nicanor's Gate
“This story will take away, and immediately restore, readers’ belief in miracles.” — Kirkus Reviews View →
“12 Books To Inspire Mindfulness & Meditation for the Whole Family | Summer Reading 2020 Young yogis and meditation masters alike will find messages of calmness and strength in this selection of titles for a range of ages. Kaya’s Heart Song by Diwa… View →
Alligator Seder
“This educational and entertaining board book provides a window into the Passover traditions of a Jewish family. " — Lila Spitz, Sydney Taylor Shmooze Blog View →
Robot Helps Max and Lily Deal with Bullies
“A positive message of hope and love.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Conundrum of the Crooked Crayon: Solving Mysteries Through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
“This effort models STEAM concepts in such an inviting way that readers will be inspired to make their own explorations.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The One Great Gnome
“A brief fantasy tale that may appeal to readers who aren’t usually fans of the genre.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Consent: Deal with it before boundaries get crossed
“Empowering and useful.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Star-Crossed
""AI High" effectively builds a world using a unique premise, with themes of prejudice that parallel the real world." —School Library Journal View →
Spinning Out
“The entertaining plots pack a punch and are an excellent choice for striving readers in middle and high school, particularly adrenaline seekers.” —School Library Journal View →
School Days
“Kids who have never been to school will surely look forward to all the fun depicted here.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
P.K. Subban: Fighting Racism to Become a Hockey Superstar and Role Model for Athletes of Colour
“An accessible treatment of a remarkable ice hockey player.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Prom Kings
“These texts stand out for their authentic depictions of LGBTQ+ teens; recommended for high school collections.” —School Library Journal View →
Lizard in a Zoot Suit
“A unique and effective lens through which fans of historical fiction can view the treatment of the ‘other’ and race issues of the 1940s.”—School Library Journal View →
Consent: Deal with it before boundaries get crossed
“[The book] defines consent and, through colorful illustrations and comic book-style spreads, explores situations when it is assumed, expressed, informed, or implied. . . . Readers are reassured in this informative and useful book that ‘what is most important is that everyone View →
Name Tags and Other Sixth-Grade Disasters
“Disasters averted in this realistic yet amusing take on sixth grade life.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Into the Wind
“That Rusty allows himself to be changed by Hazel’s friendship and guidance speaks well of him in a subtle way, and it’s touching to see their mutual caring and compassion. . . . A moving, well-written tale about an unusual friendship.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
My Sister Is Sleeping
“highly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 3-8.” — James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review View →
Miriam at the River
“Although the book closes with Miriam’s confident assertion that ‘some day all the world/will know my brother’s name,’ Yolen and Le have presented the early life of a woman who will also change history.”— Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council View →
Hard Hat Cat!
“This simple picture book about a young Israeli boy who feeds a stray kitten near a construction site addresses a universal theme but has an authentic Israeli flavor.” — Michel Hoschander Malen, Jewish Book Council View →
What Makes You Beautiful
“Thoughtful and affirming.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
I'll Believe You When . . .: Unbelievable Idioms from Around the World
“. . . [A] romp featuring diverse children and the creatures and crazy situations from the relevant idiom[s]. . . . A worthwhile addition to ELA classrooms and library shelves.”—Booklist View →
Colin Kaepernick: Athletes Who Made a Difference
“[B]alances biography and sports in a way that will interest all readers . . .”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Monkey with a Tool Belt Blasts Off!
“[L]ighthearted and silly but has enough heart to merit space on the shelves of space lovers, handy kids, and anyone looking for a giggle and a smile. . . . A fun and satisfying journey.” —Kirkus Reviews View →