Reviews
School Library Journal - Beware! Killer Plants
“These plants have more than a little bite to them! There are carnivorous, deadly, and painful plants to watch out for in this middle grade botanical series. Some familiar plants like kudzu and Carolina Reapers are included, as are lesser known plants like the mousetrap tree. The… View →
School Library Journal - Invasive Species Science: Tracking and Controlling
“The impacts of invasive species and the techniques scientists use to control them are covered in this up-to-date series. Opening scenes describe the animals or scientists in action, though most of the descriptions are not especially engaging. A look at how threats from each… View →
STARRED SERIES REVIEW - Booklist Reviews - Racial Justice in America: Histories
“Factual and balanced, the Racial Justice in America: Histories series addresses events and policies that demonstrate the prevalence of racial discrimination in the U.S. Atrocities in Action documents the history of lynching and the rise of white terrorist groups, tying this legacy of… View →
School Library Journal - The Universe and You
“A gentle, lyrical introduction to big science ideas just right for most collections.” View →
School Library Journal - Racial Justice in America; Histories
“The books in this series are designed for kids who want to learn more about the history of racial injustice in America. The first chapter of each title begins with a question that highlights topics explored the work (e.g., “Desegregation and Integration: What’s the Difference?” in View →
School Library Journal - How the Heck Does That Work?!
“The weird and unusual attracts science enthusiasts and even the uninterested. Books in this set feature large images of electric eels and carnivorous plants, as well as details about military parachutes and radio telescopes. Sidebars delve into related topics like the presence of… View →
School Library Journal - American Eras: Defining Moments
“This series covers eras from the 1920s through the arrival of modern technology. Major events are highlighted. The narrative does not avoid difficult topics, such as discrimination or groups who disagreed with the government or the status quo. Archival photos of flappers, the Dust View →
School Library Journal - Anti-Bias Learning: Social Justice in Action
“This series features concepts geared toward helping younger children learn about community. The topics of diversity, identity, social justice, and speaking up are covered in an easily understood format. The text uses a large font style and was written with early readers in mind.… View →
School Library Connection - Jack Horner, Dinosaur Hunter!
This picture book biography of world-renowned paleontologist Jack Horner brings not only details Horner’s passion to discover and study dinosaurs, but also encourages children to persevere when they face challenges. Readers may know the scientist from his work on the Jurassic Park… View →
Manhattan Book Review - Lulu & Rocky in Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky receives a note from his Aunt Fancy. She invites him to meet his cousin Lulu, their friend Pufferson, and their guide, Henry, at the Stanley Hotel (which just might be haunted!) in Estes Park, Colorado. They will be exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. Rocky packs his things… View →