"A lovely book for teaching about the life cycle of plants or plant care, or as inspiration to start a garden."
"A warm tale that explores the rewards of patience, the magic of nature, and the joy of rural living."
"A fun tale, fit for musical story time and sure to encourage children’s participation"
"VERDICT Fun for spooky read-aloud settings..."
"Amid an ever-present parade of ghosts, inky pinks, purples, and teals give an aura-like energy to this appropriately goosebump-y ride. An author’s note and sheet music conclude."
"A tuneful and deliciously scary escapade, perfect for Halloween."
"...an appealing candidate for STEM collections."
"Persuasive, poetic, and engagingly illustrated."
"VERDICT: A must-have volume for the climate-change shelves..."
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Publishers Weekly featured Kirsten Pendreigh's window display at Vancouver Kidsbooks during "In Brief: May 28, 2026"
2026 Great Reads Selection for Younger Readers
"Via Muldrow's free verse poetry, this book takes readers on a whirlwind historical tour of Ohio's Cuyahoga River Valley between Cleveland and Akron."
Top 10 List for the 2025-26 Children's Book Award
Core's 2026 Excellence in Children's and Young Adult Science Fiction Notable List
"...invites viewers to take closer looks while absorbing the author’s STEM content and (semi-) jocular message."
"A swimmingly successful blend of sea science and exciting adventure."
"VERDICT A catchy introduction to animal adaptations for early elementary students."
OLA Best Bets
"...Provides a terrific introductionto Hindu mythology."
"...Well-suited for beginning readers, classroom units on animals, and kids fascinatedby unusual creatures."
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Spring 2026
Official selection for the 2026-27 Sunshine State Young Reader Award (SSYRA) Jr.
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Gold Winner
New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander
"A fun, fast-paced thrill ride."
"A winsome tale that proves that sometimes a shift in attitude—and a team of good friends—is all you need."
"VERDICT A quick and comic rhyming picture book that will be a solid choice for any library, but where there are fans of Gholz, it’s a must."
"VERDICT A graceful lesson in comedic timing, this high-energy title is a guaranteed hit that will fly off the shelves."
"You CAN’T imagine a book with more enjoyably implausible feats."
Longlisted for the 2026 Mass Book Awards - Picture Book/Early Reader
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
"Recommended for early childhood centers and kindergartens where communityexploration is on the agenda."
"Will hook environmental activists as well as fans of rod and reel."
"VERDICT...a great addition to any biography collection."
"A song of gratitude, expressed in well-wrought verse and serene images."
"VERDICT As informative as it is entertaining...a strong addition to picture book and early nonfiction collections alike."
2026 Teacher Favorites Winner
2026 Librarian Favorites Award Winner
"A thoughtful, empathetic explorationof diverse family experiences."
The age range says 9-11, and the language lands perfectly there. Not too young, not too old. Clean, confident and respectful of the reader's intelligence. A kid can dive in anywhere and come away knowing more than they d...
"The stories are timeless and well worth reading aloud to children."
"Perfect for second grade and up, Career-Ready Kids reveals the possibilities awaiting every kid."
"A bright outing, rich in both fact and feeling."
Author of this book Wanda Taylor won an award in the category of the best Non-Fiction Book from Sankofa's Pen PEER CHOICE AWARDs 2025.
Author of this book Wanda Taylor won an award in the category of the best Non-Fiction Book from Sankofa's Pen PEER CHOICE AWARDs 2025.
"High-stakes and wholly unique, this true story highlights the environmental value of bees in addition to celebrating the bond between dog and owner. Recommended for all collections."
"The book offers educators plenty of opportunities for creative classroom connections."
"A sweet story for bus lovers like Gus, and an endearing lesson on jobs in the community."
"A suspenseful and heartwarming true rescue story to captivate readers and budding conservationists."
"Along with expressive illustrations, the story teaches us to make the effort to say someone’s name correctly, and includes Chinese naming traditions and the author’s personal connection in the back."
Book of the Week
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Starred Selection, Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Starred Selection, Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Canadian Children’s Book Centre
Starred Selection, Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Starred Selection, Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
Best Books for Kids & Teens, Fall 2025
2025-2026 Adult/YA Nominated - Longlist
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
2025-2026 Adult/YA Nominated - Longlist
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
Selected for Indigenous Books for Schools
"Introductory information with a breezy presentation that should appeal to young readers."
"Useful and appealing choices foran always-popular subject area."
"The titles stand out for their livelyapproach to cultural history."
"Selectors will want to consider these newer titles, especially where there is high demand."
"A solid selection of animal books, particularly for libraries with strong bilingual needs or interests."
"A good choice for featuring lesser-covered sports and for young readers interested in the Winter Olympics."