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 →
Losing Hit Points
“Writing quality for both books is phenomenal; relatable references and nuanced characters populate the layered text. . . . These books will find interested readers even beyond those looking for hi-lo titles.”—School Library Journal View →
50 Things You Didn't Know about Great Britain
“This entertaining, briskly paced series is ideal for fact collectors. There’s plenty of information to bite off, chew, and share with others, and it’s a sure bet kids will encounter tidbits they never knew before. . . . This series will keep students reading eagerly… View →
Ellen Ochoa: Breaking Barriers in Space
“Simple and factual, these titles provide sufficient introductions of these noteworthy people to the intended audience. . . . These titles are attractive and informative.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Artificial Intelligence at Home: Will AI Help Us or Hurt Us?
“This series offers clear, easy-to-understand information for young readers curious about AI. . . . The visuals are vibrant, with colorful backgrounds and photos of people using AI and related devices. A visually appealing, recommended purchase.”—School Library… View →
The US Civil War: What Can We Learn from the People Who Witnessed War?
“Primary source images and quotations lend immediacy to the narrative in these texts. . . . Primary source images and quotations lend immediacy to the narrative in these texts.”—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple View →
Indigenous Cultures Today: Protecting Native Families and Practicing Cultural Traditions
“Readers will explore the advocacy efforts that prompted sports teams to change their names, the protection of sacred lands by the government, and the near halting of an oil pipeline. . . . A well-researched and accessible resource, perfect for any library.”—School… View →
Polar Bears vs. Seals: Food Chain Fights
“Successfully combines the appeal of animal battles with real-life examples of predation.”—School Library Journal View →
First Job 101: A Teen Guide to Employment
“Rich with career planning advice and practical strategies for funding their education, this series encourages teens to start planning early and approach their future with purpose, turning what might feel overwhelming into a manageable, achievable process.”—School Library View →
Sunisa Lee vs. Mary Lou Retton: Who Would Win?
“Vibrant pages are brimming with colorful graphics, dynamic photos, and exciting facts that showcase the athletes’ exceptional skills and accomplishments. This series is an essential addition to any collection and is sure to fly off the shelves, keeping readers hooked from… View →
Talking about Illness: A Sesame Street ® Resource
“Respect is shown for the intelligence and feelings of young readers as their friends from the Sesame Workshop help to guide them through life events that might be difficult to process. Fans of these characters will be drawn to these titles and adults can rely on the tested brand… View →
Eres genial con Ji-Young (You Rock with Ji-Young): Un libro sobre la autoconfianza (A Book about Self-Confidence)
“Elmo, Abby, Big Bird, and the rest of the Sesame Street gang offer young readers a warm and approachable introduction to character traits and social-emotional wellness. Each book introduces important topics like kindness, empathy, and resilience, while the friendly faces of these… View →
Explora Júpiter (Explore Jupiter)
“The series strikes a perfect balance, offering engaging content suitable for young minds eager to explore the marvels of space, while the incorporation of technology adds a contemporary flair that resonates with a broad audience . . . ideal for school library collections,… View →
Aliens and UFOs: Investigating History's Mysteries
“The books in this visually exciting series read like suspense thrillers . . . . Highly recommended for schools and public libraries. Students will learn much from this excellently written and designed series.”—School Library Journal View →
I'm a Custodian
“Early learning libraries will appreciate how these books incorporate words and text to encourage vocabulary development and retention. These books are great for independent reading as well as one-on-one reading with a caregiver. . . . [I]deal for public… View →
Bionic Animals
“Highly engaging, an excellent addition to library collections and just right for those readers who always asks for more animal books.”—School Library Journal View →
Robots Saving Lives
“[E]ngaging and informative. . . . Readers will be drawn to this series that provides them an up-close and personal view of the emerging technology of robots.”—School Library Journal View →
Explore Polar Habitats with Ernie
“Solid habitat books for the youngest learners, with extra appeal for Sesame Street fans.”—School Library Journal View →
Anacondas: Nature's Biggest Snake
“Focuses on life cycles and habitats. Every page includes a large photograph . . . Solid animal profiles.”—School Library Journal View →
Mindfulness and My Body
“[T]hese titles would pair well with other classroom activities ranging from science lessons to physical education.”—School Library Journal View →