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The Book Without a Story (Carolina Rabei)
School Library Journal: "The single pages and spreads are inviting, inclusive, and colorful, with sweet-faced characters and detailed visuals. … This celebration of the wonder of the library and the love of reading is sure to please readers everywhere. A perfect choice for a library-themed read-aloud."
Boy Band of the Apocalypse (Tom Nicoll, David O'Connell)
Always in the Middle: "…a quick read that can be enjoyed by a wide range of middle graders. It will appeal to both boys and girls along with those somewhat reluctant readers. … Excellent story telling!"
Boy Band of the Apocalypse: Washed Up (Tom Nicoll, David O'Connell)
Always in the Middle: "…light-hearted and fun. …would make a great read aloud…"
Double Felix (Sally Harris, Maria Serrano)
School Library Journal: "Readers gain an understanding of anxiety and OCD disorders. …a good introduction for upper elementary students to mental health issues...”
Dr. Maggie's Grand Tour of the Solar System (Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Chelen Écija)
Booklist: "A lot of information lives between these covers, but a conversational tone and distinct bubbles of text make it easily digestible. Helpful back matter, cleverly referred to as the “ship’s database,” includes summaries, fast facts, female space scientists, and a glossary. The main pages include stunning photographs, illustrations, and digital renderings that work well alongside the chatty text. A wondrous introductory tour for any budding astronomer or would-be astronaut."
School Library Journal: "Appealing visuals and infographic-like design provide abundant contextual support. … This fun and engaging resource could strengthen astronomy collections."
Home, Sweet Home (Moira Butterfield, Claire Rossiter)
School Library Journal: "Cultural differences are presented equitably and respectfully, without making non-Western traditions seem unusual or sensational, and care is taken to avoid sweeping generalizations. The illustrations are bright, diverse, cohesive, and full of fun details for readers to pore over. Welcome this title into libraries, where it is sure to be popular with nonfiction fans in classrooms and homes alike."
So You Think You Know About ... Dinosaurs? (Ben Garrod, Gabriel Ugueto, Scott Hartman, Ethan Kocak)
From the Mixed-Up Files of Middle-Grade Authors: "Scientist Ben Garrod reminds readers that we can be a scientist at any age. His books may be pocket-sized, but they are filled with dinosaur discoveries, battles, adventures, fascinating facts, quizzes, cartoon illustrations and paleo art. And lots and lots of passion for dinos. Each book focuses on one kind of dinosaur: Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, and Triceratops."
That’s a Job? I Like Animals … What Jobs Are There? (Steve Martin, Roberto Blefari)
School Library Journal: "It’s surprising how much is packed into this slender volume. …an upbeat, realistic, and insightful source that encourages children to contemplate future career prospects."
Upside-Down Sid (Dylan Shearsby)
School Library Journal: "Bright, colorful, and clean text make this an easy choice for younger readers. Additionally, the allegorical moral of treating those who are different with kindness and generosity is clear and powerful, making this a strong choice for any collection."
School Library Journal: "The single pages and spreads are inviting, inclusive, and colorful, with sweet-faced characters and detailed visuals. … This celebration of the wonder of the library and the love of reading is sure to please readers everywhere. A perfect choice for a library-themed read-aloud."
Boy Band of the Apocalypse (Tom Nicoll, David O'Connell)
Always in the Middle: "…a quick read that can be enjoyed by a wide range of middle graders. It will appeal to both boys and girls along with those somewhat reluctant readers. … Excellent story telling!"
Boy Band of the Apocalypse: Washed Up (Tom Nicoll, David O'Connell)
Always in the Middle: "…light-hearted and fun. …would make a great read aloud…"
Double Felix (Sally Harris, Maria Serrano)
School Library Journal: "Readers gain an understanding of anxiety and OCD disorders. …a good introduction for upper elementary students to mental health issues...”
Dr. Maggie's Grand Tour of the Solar System (Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Chelen Écija)
Booklist: "A lot of information lives between these covers, but a conversational tone and distinct bubbles of text make it easily digestible. Helpful back matter, cleverly referred to as the “ship’s database,” includes summaries, fast facts, female space scientists, and a glossary. The main pages include stunning photographs, illustrations, and digital renderings that work well alongside the chatty text. A wondrous introductory tour for any budding astronomer or would-be astronaut."
School Library Journal: "Appealing visuals and infographic-like design provide abundant contextual support. … This fun and engaging resource could strengthen astronomy collections."
Home, Sweet Home (Moira Butterfield, Claire Rossiter)
School Library Journal: "Cultural differences are presented equitably and respectfully, without making non-Western traditions seem unusual or sensational, and care is taken to avoid sweeping generalizations. The illustrations are bright, diverse, cohesive, and full of fun details for readers to pore over. Welcome this title into libraries, where it is sure to be popular with nonfiction fans in classrooms and homes alike."
So You Think You Know About ... Dinosaurs? (Ben Garrod, Gabriel Ugueto, Scott Hartman, Ethan Kocak)
From the Mixed-Up Files of Middle-Grade Authors: "Scientist Ben Garrod reminds readers that we can be a scientist at any age. His books may be pocket-sized, but they are filled with dinosaur discoveries, battles, adventures, fascinating facts, quizzes, cartoon illustrations and paleo art. And lots and lots of passion for dinos. Each book focuses on one kind of dinosaur: Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, and Triceratops."
That’s a Job? I Like Animals … What Jobs Are There? (Steve Martin, Roberto Blefari)
School Library Journal: "It’s surprising how much is packed into this slender volume. …an upbeat, realistic, and insightful source that encourages children to contemplate future career prospects."
Upside-Down Sid (Dylan Shearsby)
School Library Journal: "Bright, colorful, and clean text make this an easy choice for younger readers. Additionally, the allegorical moral of treating those who are different with kindness and generosity is clear and powerful, making this a strong choice for any collection."
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