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Cover art for SECRETS OF THE GARDEN
CHILDREN'S
Released: Feb. 28, 2012
Kirkus Star SECRETS OF THE GARDEN: FOOD CHAINS AND THE FOOD WEB IN OUR BACKYARD
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld, illustrated by Priscilla Lamont
"Sure to become a standard go-to for elementary teachers and gardeners alike, this is bound to spark some backyard explorations. (Informational picture book. 4-9)"
Zoehfeld's latest is a wonderfully informative and enjoyable journey through one family's backyard garden, from spring planting to fall harvest. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 22, 2011
Kirkus Star THE PRINCESS OF BORSCHT
by Leda Schubert, illustrated by Bonnie Christensen
"Appetizing and heartwarming. (Picture book. 3-9)"
Too many cooks can make wonderful borscht. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 8, 2011
MOUSENET
by Prudence Breitrose, illustrated by Stephanie Yue
"Genuine goodwill, humor and impressive believability will have readers longing for mice as friends—not to mention political allies. (Animal fantasy. 8-12)"
What if computer mice meant something more exciting than tech accessories—something that could change the world? Read full book review >
Cover art for ONE WORLD KIDS COOKBOOK
CHILDREN'S
Released: Nov. 1, 2011
ONE WORLD KIDS COOKBOOK: EASY, HEALTHY AND AFFORDABLE FAMILY MEALS
by Sean Mendez, introduction by Ferran Adrià
"A deliciously engaging fusion of cookbook and cultural lesson. (Nonfiction. 8 & up)"
International recipes for families interested in cooking a variety of world cuisines together. Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 9, 2011
THE BOY WHO WANTED TO COOK
by Gloria Whelan, illustrated by Steve Adams
"Needs more spice. (glossary) (Picture book. 6-9)"
A riveting tale of French life? Read full book review >
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 30, 2011
BAKE SALE
by Sara Varon, illustrated by Sara Varon
"An offbeat story about the sacrifices made for friends, about the very everydayness of such acts and the pitfalls and pleasures in their wake. (Picture book. 6 & up)"
Varon returns with another strange and charming graphic work that touches on the theme of her terrific Robot Dreams (2007), namely: how fine friendship can be, and how surely it leads you down a twisty road of joys and melancholy. Read full book review >