Reviews
Behind the Brand - South Sound Book Review Council
Each book in the Behind the Brand books follows a similar format with a look at how the brand is used in the world today, followed by a bit of history of how and where the brand got started. Mini-biographies of key players in the development of the product help the reader get to know the View →
I Ride - Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
Smiling children greet readers of this book as they excitedly explore various modes of transportation in getting from place to place. This title is part of a series exploring a young child’s world—school, home, celebrations, daily routines, and the world around them. Each title… View →
Meet Chloe Kim - Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
Title Name: Meet Chloe Kim: Snowboarding Superstar Review: How many languages does Chloe Kim speak? Which television shows has she been on? Readers will earn the answers to these questions and more as they page through this title about the O View →
The Big Game - Booklist
The books in The Big Game series discuss a variety of popular sports by way of their associated championship games. Featuring colorful photographs and historic moments, the books will capture sports fans’ attention with engaging details and a fitting feeling of excitement. In View →
Modern Russia: From Revolution to the Invasion of Ukraine - Kirkus
A dim view of Russian political history from Lenin to Putin. After overly simplistically definingcommunism as a brand of socialism thatrequires “violent revolution” and referring to its “inherentweaknesses,” Blohm goes on to chronicle a history of, as he putsit, “failed expectations,… View →
Science Questions - Booklist
It is a challenge to convey any nonfiction concept at a beginning-reading level, but author Pettiford succeeds at this in the Science Questions series. Each book focuses on one very basic answer to its title question. The brief text, aimed at early readers, is strongly supported by… View →
Elon Musk: Man of Vision and Controversy - Kirkus
A profile of a neglected South African immigrant who grew up to become one of the world’s richest and most driven men. View →
Mighty Military - Booklist
The Mighty Military series distills the purpose of different branches of America's armed forces to their most basic functions without sacrificing their exciting nature. The latter is accomplished through the large, dramatic photos, diagrams, maps, and infographics that illustrate… View →
Crafts in a Snap! - Booklist
With educational tidbits and an eco-friendly focus, the Crafts in a Snap! series serves up conscientious art projects suitable for primary- grade children. Each themed volume presents seven crafts designed to incorporate repurposed materials, from empty bottles and jars to old clothing… View →
Mythology of the World - Booklist
Similar in format and concept to the publisher’s The World of Greek Mythology series but broader in coverage, the Mythology of the World series covers myths from ancient civilizations in Europe and the Middle East as well as Egypt, Mexico, and China. “At a Glance” topic lists,… View →
Review of My School - CLCD
Smiling faces abound at this fictional school. The child narrator shows what things they love about their school day, from visiting the gym, cafeteria, and library to interacting with their teachers and classmates. This title is part of a series exploring various aspects of a young… View →
Minecraft Crafting - CLCD
Fans of the building game Minecraft will be thrilled with this new addition to the Minecraft 101 series! From the game art on its cover to the bright graphics and bold text, the book will attract and hold Minecraft enthusiasts’ attention. Author Zajac provides easy-to-understand… View →
Curious About Pets - Booklist
The latest set in the Curious About Pets series (6 new titles) welcomes readers to the world of exotics, showing kids a wonderful range of critters to consider, from furry to shelled to scaled. The highly visual volumes divide their content into three chapters that nicely balance white… View →
Careers in STEM - Booklist
The Careers in STEM series offers short, comprehensive snapshots of both common and high-interest jobs in an early-reader format. Each entry begins by introducing a scientist, engineer, or developer in the field and continues with descriptions of what people in… View →
Read All About It - Booklist
Young readers will love diving into a variety of topics with these fact-filled additions to the Read All About It series (4 new titles). Each book begins with a brief introduction followed by chapters comprised of a series of facts, each paired with a bright, well-chosen photo. The… View →
The World Around Me - Booklist
The books in The World Around Me series (6 titles) aim to bring common phenomena in preschoolers’ worlds to life through fictional narratives framing fact-filled content. In Animals in My World, the text alternates between what a young girl named Lizzie knows, observes, and feels about… View →
Dirt Bike Zone - Booklist
Grab your goggles because the bikes blasting through the Lightning Bolt Books: Dirt Bike Zone series (6 titles) kick up some serious dirt. These titles provide young thrill-seekers with very general introductions to different types of dirt bike races and competitions. Designed for… View →
Our Solar System - Booklist
What will you discover in outer space? The Our Solar System series (11 titles) lets young adventurers explore that very question. Each work uses key early reading features to introduce celestial bodies to youngsters, including quick, digestible chapters that utilize clean layouts, short… View →
Life Cycles - Booklist
The Life Cycles series (12 titles) introduces this essential elementary science concept in short chapters with descriptive paragraphs and colorful, full-page, captioned photographs, many of which feature up-close perspectives. Each volume begins similarly, recognizing that humans,… View →
CLCD Review of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Fans of Dwayne, The Rock Johnson will be excited to get their hands on this new biography! Written for middle grade readers, this book is a great way to introduce readers to the biography genre. Readers will learn about Dwayne’s childhood and how he grew up, as well as what… View →
CLCD Review of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Born in 1970, Ketanji Brown Jackson would grow up facing barriers to her success in the form of racism and institutional discrimination. However, with the strong support of her family, and the great innate talent she possesses, Ketanji Brown Jackson would accomplish tremendous success in View →
CLCD Review of Inside King Tut's Tomb
King Tut’s tomb is possibly one of the most well-known and curiosity-inspiring Egyptian discoveries ever. But, why? What is it about this long-ago person that conveys such a sense of mystery—and danger? Who was he? King Tutankhamun lived thousands of years ago. Crowned king at age… View →
CLCD Review of Smoke Jumpers
Cella, through Lerner Books, has provided another fascinating addition to the Dangerous Jobs (Up Dog Books) series. Through five sections, younger elementary school readers will encounter a very unique type of fire fighters, their tools, and learn about the importance of their job. Using View →
Booklist Review of Econo-Graphics Jr.
The Econo-Graphics Jr. series (8 new titles) introduces foundational economic concepts with an emphasis on infographics. Short, straightforward text passages begin each chapter to explain the main topic and related terms. A variety of full- and double-page infographics with crisp designs View →