Reviews
What to Do When Mistakes Make You Quake, Revised Edition: A Kid's Guide to Accepting Imperfection
“[T]hese are excellent skill-building resources that prepare readers for the future in addition to addressing feelings in the moment. VERDICT Social emotional learning is a cornerstone of education, making these a welcome addition to any school or public… View →
Earth and the Moon: Use Your STEM Skills to Explore Our Earth and Moon
“A visually attractive addition to collections updating their space titles.”—School Library Journal View →
Carl Walker: The Sound of Justice
“[F]actual with colorful illustrations and colorful text. . . . [S]uitable information is presented about these inspiring lives.”"—School Library Journal View →
¡A ahorrar agua, Súper Archibaldo! (Be Water-Wise, Super Grover!)
“With their focus on sustainability and familiar, engaging characters, these books are recommended for public and school libraries aiming to inspire young readers to “go green” by adopting eco-friendly habits."—School Library Journal View →
To Arm or Disarm?: Addressing Gun Violence
“Thought-provoking and unsettling, this series explores major social justice issues in North America, with a focus on the U.S. . . . Throughout, readers are encouraged to reflect on their own perspectives, while sidebars challenge stereotypes with eye-opening… View →
Backhoes: A First Look
“This series will excite construction-truck enthusiasts. . . The simple yet sophisticated approach to nonfiction for young students makes this series highly recommended for schools and public libraries.”—School Library Journal View →
A Look at Judo
“These titles will help alleviate nerves and build excitement for beginners while introducing martial arts to young learners.”—School Library Journal View →
Night Night: Learn about Healthy Sleep Habits with Sesame Street ®
“Readers of all ages can have fun with the characters, and caregivers can appreciate the gentle touch applied to approaching deeper self-care concepts.”—School Library Journal View →
Meet Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Oklahoma City Thunder Superstar
“The careers of seven young athletes are chronicled in these informative volumes. . . The popularity of these athletes means there is a demand, and selectors should consider purchasing.”—School Library Journal View →
Faiza Is a Fighter
“With themes of resilience and familial love, as well as eye-catching artwork, this book will be embraced by readers seeking an uplifting story and a visually stunning reading experience.”—School Library Journal View →
The Mystery of D. B. Cooper
“This series covers true stories of the weird and mysterious in very simple language. . . These strange stories may be more interesting and feel less infantile to those learning to read English for the first time or at an older age.”—School Library Journal View →
Robot Obstacle Courses
“Each book provides a balanced mix of text and color photos, focusing on the technology, mechanics, and history behind these competitions rather than encouraging participation. Readers will find clear explanations of how robots function, the rules of each sport, and key… View →
Planting Seeds
“This series is great for lovers of growing things and would-be gardeners. Children will also grow their literacy proficiency as they practice reading words with short- and long-vowel sounds. . . an impressive series for the youngest readers and engenders great respect for… View →
Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Diego Maradona: Who Would Win?
“The writing is straightforward and packed with facts that will keep kids hooked. Full-page graphics and vibrant photos make these books perfect for reluctant readers and fans eager to learn more about their favorite players. VERDICT A must-have for sports View →
Indigenous Language Revitalization: From Boarding Schools and Code Talkers to Immersion Learning
“While addressing historical atrocities and injustices, the focus is placed on the efforts to address these issues in the present day, emphasizing their ongoing relevance rather than treating them as events of the past . . . A compelling series that sheds light on the modern-day… View →
The Challenges of AI
“Each topic, such as artists’ reactions to AI created art and the history of AI, are covered in detail with examples featuring historical events and people associated with the technology. This provides not only an understanding of the concepts but also facts that can be used… View →
The Black Mambas: The World's First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit
“The energy, passion, and effort of this unit is made obvious through these images and will inspire readers to look around their own surroundings for ways to care for neighboring wildlife. . . A fascinating, kid-friendly title on wildlife conservation that will captivate and… View →
The Pinchers and the Curse of the Egyptian Cat
“Young readers will enjoy the playful plot of this pleasant read. Sparring weaves bits of comedy within the dialogue. Teachers and librarians would be wise to include this title in their collections, especially those with readers who love a good problem-solving mystery. The text is View →
A Card for My Mom
“This is a great book for companion lessons on social-emotional learning: how are we the same and how are we different. VERDICT An excellent addition to diversify literature collections, highly recommended for libraries with high Indian student… View →
The Playdate
“Older readers may find much to discuss in what is left unsaid, and educators may wish to use this title to introduce the topic of class differences and the larger issue of economic justice. . . . [T]his title offers readers from all backgrounds quite a bit of food for thought and… View →
The Red Car to Hollywood
“In addition to young love, friendships, and relationships, this book also discusses racism and sexism and ways to find self-identity that meets pride of culture. Recommended for collection gaps about the racism that Chinese Americans faced back in 1920s, and the different… View →
Dino-Birthday
“With Wheeler’s clever rhyming text and Gott’s amusing illustrations, this is a perfect read aloud for Dinovember or any time of year. Children will relate to the themed parties and enjoy Gott’s creative details that perfectly match the story. Combining birthdays… View →