Reviews
Midwest Book Reviews - Memoirs of a Dog
This engaging dog’s-eye viewpoint will prove delightful to young readers and read-aloud parents as Topanga reviews his skills and contributions to his home. View →
Midwest Book Reviews - Ocean Blue and You
The Ocean Blue and You by Suzanne Slade (9781534112797, $18.99) enjoys bright illustrations by Stephanie Fizer Coleman as it pairs lyrical text with evocative “you are here” explorations of the undersea ocean environment. View →
Midwest Book Reviews - The Sole Man: Jan Matzeliger’s Lasting Invention
…a fine biographical sketch that holds all kinds of value, from following the experiences of a Black immigrant to achieving the impossible against all opinion and odds. View →
Midwest Book Reviews - Wild at Heart
Their story deserves to be told to a wide audience, and Anna Bron’s gorgeous illustrations assure this book’s attraction. View →
Midwest Book Reviews - Wild Greens Beautiful Girl
Erica Lee Schlaikjer’s Wild Greens, Beautiful Girl (9781534113152, $18.99) will reach ages 4-8 with a gentle story of a girl’s recognition of an ugly plant’s medicinal and culinary usefulness. View →
Kirkus - Just One Girl: A Fight for Equal Rights
A young girl growing up in the 1970s takes a stand against sexism, with support from the women in her life…Offers a blend of history and earnest, heartfelt encouragement. View →
Kirkus - Ocean Blue and You
A dreamy journey through six oceanic habitats…the author offers a broader perspective on our oceans and what we can do to protect them. Calming and informative. View →
WCMU - Rollin' on Down the Line: Lady Bird Johnson’s 1964 Whistle-Stop Tour for Civil Rights
Rollin’ On Down the Line: Lady Bird Johnson’s 1964 Whistle-Stop Tour for Civil Rights is a stunning history book…This fascinating story as to how Lady Bird got the word out about The Civil Rights Act is written with interesting details by Helen Kampion and Renee’ Critcher… View →
Kirkus - The Littlest Grito
A young girl makes herself heard on Mexican Independence Day…The youngster exudes moxie at each step of the way; this is a joyful celebration of Mexican culture and independence and of family, community, and self. A heartening tale of finding one’s voice—and summoning the courage… View →
School Library Journal - The Littlest Grito
A celebration of Mexican Independence Day provides the backdrop for a young girl’s cultural coming-of-age…This tasteful addressing of an underrepresented holiday warrants a recommended purchase. View →