Reviews
The Pipsqueak
“This story is a must-read for educators to use in talking with kids about how jealousy can lead to poor behavior but making friends or joining a group can help alleviate feelings of loneliness. A good selection for a preschool or elementary classroom or library. Reviewer… View →
Not Talking about You
“A compelling read for basketball fans with a powerful message about the persistence of racial bigotry. Recommended for libraries serving middle schoolers.”—School Library Journal View →
Ava, a Sephardic Jewish girl, and Nadeem, her Muslim cousin, are best friends. After Ava and Nadeem are bullied at school, a mysterious button helps them travel back in time to medieval Morocco where they learn more about their roots and begin to take pride in their unique identities;… View →
Calm Monsters, Kind Monsters: A Sesame Street ® Guide to Mindfulness
“[T]his useful compendium offers realistic situations and simple advice for talking with children about feelings.”—School Library Journal View →
Flower Talk: How Plants Use Color to Communicate
“[A] strong choice for most nonfiction shelves.”—School Library Journal View →
Forest Talk: How Trees Communicate
“A good choice for ecology units, science classes, and budding scientists as well.”—School Library Journal View →
Nara and the Island
“Ungureanu’s debut picture book shows the beauty of island living through the eyes of a child. . . . A charming addition for one-on-one and small group sharing that offers plenty to talk, think, and write about.”—School Library Journal View →
“Every page of this book is hilarious. The juxtaposition between the pigeon’s beliefs about her situation and the illustrated reality is brilliant. . . . [T]he ‘pride goeth before a fall’ story will provide many laughs and plenty to talk about. Recommended for… View →
The Midnight War of Mateo Martinez
“In this debut novel, Yardi draws parallels between the fantasy world of talking animals and Mateo’s reality of growing up and finding himself. . . . A fun, action-filled tale whose protagonist has a distinct and sincere young voice. Recommended for collections and libraries… View →
The Bunker Diary
“A unique choice that will get teens talking.” —starred, School Library Journal View →
Every Body's Talking: What We Say without Words
“Large text and expressive full-color photographs explore the complexities of body language and how you can use your body and facial expressions to communicate more effectively.” —Library Media Connection View →
Every Body's Talking: What We Say without Words
“A must-have for classroom libraries in classes requiring oral presentations, this book may well help students faster than any teacher encouragement…. Display in public and school libraries; gift a copy to your child or child’s teacher; help this extraordinary resource… View →
Jeremy's Dreidel
“Jeremy longingly eyed the poster on the wall of the Jewish community center. There was going to be a dreidel workshop on Monday and the only thing that kids were asked to do was to ‘bring your own ideas!’ Just maybe he had an idea to bring. Abby and David, who were… View →
“Jodie’s father was an archaeologist of note and she dreamed of working the digs like he did when she grew up. When she found the afikomen she got a flashlight as a reward and was hoping that ‘her cousin Zach would help her uncover treasures hidden deep inside the… View →
Elephant Talk: The Surprising Science of Elephant Communication
“This excellent book provides all the material needed for a report, or for an enjoyable browse.” —Library Media Connection View →
Elephant Talk: The Surprising Science of Elephant Communication
“Throughout this highly readable, informative title are profiles of individuals—an elephant keeper, a scout, researchers, and others—who work with these animals. The ‘Elephant Dictionary’ will help future scientists understand an elephant’s chirp, grunt, rev,… View →
“. . .a wonderfully reassuring book. . . Counselors will find this positive message useful and the picture book format very accessible. It is a must addition for library collections on the hard to find topic of emotions. Highly Recommended.” —Library Talk View →
No One Saw: Ordinary Things through the Eyes of an Artist
“This picture book has some beautiful full-color reproductions of paintings. . . Reference features include a list of paintings, and brief biographical notes for all the contributing artists. An art teacher would find this a useful book for introducing artists and their work to a View →
Coriander the Contrary Hen
“. . .children will be able to relate to her and may even want to talk about their own ‘Coriander days.’” —School Library Journal View →
Abraham's Search for God
“This simply told tale is an excellent introduction to the concept of monotheism, and would be a great discussion starter for talking about God.” View →