Reviews
School Library Journal - Lady of the Library
This tale in verse tells the story of a library, on the brink of closure, and people who try to save it. The book starts with staff packing boxes of books and removing things from the building. The lady of the library, a ghost who has haunted the place for decades, discovers from a young View →
Midwest Book Reviews - Racial Justice in America: Topics for Change
“Designed to reach a wide audience of all ages, this book’s survey of racism, anti-racism movements, white privilege, and other topics often deemed “too adult” for children will encourages early enlightenment and racial issue savvy.” View →
Midwest Book Reviews - Headstrong Hallie!: The Story of Hallie Morse Daggett, the First Female “Fire Guard”
“From boarding school in San Francisco to her struggles with a Forest Service that refuses to hire a woman, this is an appealing story that personalizes her life and ambitions.” View →
School Library Journal - Catch A Kiss (Board Book)
“A sweet story, this will replace worn copies of the original and reach a new, younger audience.” View →
The Tiny Activist - A Teacher Like You
“This book is the third installment of the “A _____ Like You” series, and once again the story knocks it out of the park! The narrative flows from page to page, discussing the impact and originality of every teacher.” View →
Maya's Book Nook - A Teacher Like You
“Think about every amazing teacher you’ve ever had and you will see something they did reflected in this book. Every sentence celebrates the wisdom, joy, love, and nurturing characteristics of the teachers who contributed to us becoming the adults we are today. Add in a personal… View →
The San Francisco Book Review - Summer of the Tree Army: A Civilian Conservation Corps Story
“Gloria Whelan has written an interesting text that will give youngsters a good introduction to the CCC and all the wonderful work they did. Back matter supports the story. Kirby Fagan has filled the pages with lush illustrations in saturated woodsy colors with… View →
The San Francisco Book Review - Don't Call Me Fuzzybutt
“Robin Newman has written a laugh-out-loud story that little ones will want to hear over and over. It is funny, sweet, and hopeful. The illustrations by Susan Batori are so much fun and filled with details that will keep little eyes on the pages. This is a real winner. Don’t miss… View →
Publishers Weekly - Summer of the Tree Army: A Civilian Conservation Corps Story
A nostalgic storybook feel permeates this meandering historical narrative, which follows white Charlie Brightelot, nine, of northern Michigan, and his summer encounters with the Civilian Conservation Corps, who move into nearby woodland barracks during the Great Depression. Charlie’s… View →
Midwest Book Reviews - June Almeida, Virus Detective!: The Woman Who Discovered the First Human Coronavirus
The collaborative work of author/storyteller Suzanne Slade and artist/illustrator Elisa Paganelli, “June Almeida, Virus Detective!: The Woman Who Discovered the First Human Coronavirus” is an extraordinary and timely picture book biography of an outstanding woman whose life… View →