Reviews
Marie Curie and Radioactivity
“[A]n intriguing peek into an extraordinary mind.”—Booklist View →
Follow Those Zebras: Solving a Migration Mystery
“The well-organized and interesting subject matter makes this a solid choice, and the realistic glimpse into how scientists problem-solve and conduct field research adds to its value.”—Booklist View →
“The lively comic gets the point across . . . and the back matter drives it home: multiple quizzes and essay questions make sure readers . . . understand how to be safe online.”—Booklist View →
Black Holes in Action (An Augmented Reality Experience)
“[A] three-dimensional look at celestial interactions through beautiful augmented-reality illustrations.”—Booklist View →
Crayola ® Colors of Canada
" . . . Crayola’s artistic approach is inventive. . . . This series is filled with vibrant photos that will help children recognize the beauty around them and can lead to fun art projects."—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
“[T]he text never loses sight of the fact that the right to assemble and protest is a basic American right. . . . Highly recommended for middle grade through high school collections in both school and public libraries.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
Let's Explore Strawberries!
“Attractively designed and undeniably useful, this is a terrific resource for a developing audience. The mouthwatering photos are just a bonus.”—Booklist View →
Miriam at the River
“As the world again faces a destructive plague, we are all seeking leaders who can take us out and forward into a better day and perhaps a promised land. What better time, then, to enjoy this beautiful book by acclaimed author Jane Yolen?” — Matt Robinson, The Robinson… View →
Small Matters: The Hidden Power of the Unseen
“An engaging look at microscopic parts of familiar animals. Recommended.”—School Library Journal View →
Alligator Seder
“This sturdy square board book (6.5 X 6.5 inches) is a welcome addition to a family’s Seder table.” — Sandra Bornstein View →
Cool Kid Inventions
“[B]right colors, bold layouts, large fonts, and photographs featuring a diverse cast of children. . . . These visually appealing books are for casual browsers . . . "—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
“Sure to be a crowd-pleaser . . .”—School Library Journal View →
Miriam at the River
“Jewish children’s literature is enriched this year with Jane Yolen’s picture book, Miriam at the River.” — Sandra Bornstein View →
Black Holes in Action (An Augmented Reality Experience)
“Whether readers are fascinated by black holes or the inner workings of the International Space Station, the text is engaging. Vivid images capture readers’ imagination. . . . An excellent purchase to update collections and support makerspaces.”—School Library… View →
Fight Pollution, Big Bird!
“[M]akes learning about sustainability a fun endeavor . . . A great series that is ideal for any early learning collection.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Isaac Newton and the Laws of Motion
“The graphic format will make these instantly appealing to a large swath of readers . . . "—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Sporty Conditionals
“With an emphasis on rote movement, sequences, and clear results, sports provide fine metaphors for computer programming.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
A Bowl Full of Peace: A True Story
" . . . The soft edges of Kusaka’s digital artwork mimic pastel images and show the catastrophe and its aftermath directly."—Publishers Weekly View →
Elizabeth Cady Stanton: Fighter for Women's Rights
“Helpful back matter, solid introductions, and a story-like structure to the writing make this series a solid choice for many elementary libraries.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Individual Sports of the Summer Games
“Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Francesco Tirelli's Ice Cream Shop
“This moving tale shows how one person’s courage can make all the difference in the world.” — Nanette McGuiness, Global ITL View →
Lizard in a Zoot Suit
“This fun, character-driven, all-ages historical sci-fi romp is wacky, out-of-this-world and pure enjoyment. Finnegan pulls out all the stops and crafts a unique adventure that feels fresh and vibrant.” —Alex Segura, acclaimed comic book writer of View →