Reviews
Kirkus Review of My Home: The Diversity of Families Today
Presents and validates a rich tapestry of diverse family patterns. View →
Kirkus Review of Challenges for Teen Girls: Anxiety, Self-Image, and Bullying
A helpful volume that presents useful research to support teen girls and the adults in their lives. View →
Kirkus Review of Be Inspired: Teens Who Overcame Adversity
A work that aspires to motivate teens by highlighting the power of grit and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Each of the five chapters tackles different categories of challenges, showcasing stories of triumph in the face of learning and physical disabilities, homelessness, the… View →
Booklist Review of Exploring Hi-Tech Jobs
The rapid growth of technology means expanding career opportunities, and the Exploring Hi-Tech Jobs series (5 titles) presents teens with a sampling of these possibilities. Divided into industries, the volumes begin with an introduction to the field and continue with profiles of six… View →
Booklist Review of Vital to Earth! Keystone Species Explained
This series will make a solid addition to science collections and help students learn about the flora and fauna that keep the natural world in balance. View →
Booklist Review of Dealing with Life Challenges
The situations outlined in the Dealing with Life Challenges series (8 titles) are familiar to any human. Each title shares strategies to cope with personal difficulties and support friends through the same. The books convey gentle, clear, and consistent suggestions: talk about troubles… View →
Booklist Review of History of Holidays and Festivals
“These offer timely updates for holiday collections.” View →
Kirkus Review of Exploring Math-Focused Careers
Clear, concise information that readers considering math-related careers will find useful for decision-making. View →
Kirkus Review of The Abortion Controversy
A brief, balanced overview of a fraught and complex issue. View →
SLJ Review of The Nhia Normal
This series would be a sound addition to any collection with insatiable graphic novel readers. View →
SLJ Review of Min and the Protests: A Tiananmen Square Survival Story
A nuanced and inspirational story with warm and heroic characters who successfully bring a powerful historical event to life. View →
SLJ Review of Teen Guide to Life Skills
Essential life skills, such as financial literacy, finding a job, and exploring personal interests are given center stage in this series. Life Skills presents a general overview of necessary aspects of “adulting” that teens should be ready for, such as purchasing car insurance, moving… View →