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APRIL 3, 2012
A stunning gem indeed. Full review >
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APRIL 12, 2012
Foley tightly weaves the outlandish threads into a rich, unforgettable story that’s quite simply—amazing. Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
One case where an adaptation from an adult book is as much fun to read as the original. Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
APRIL 1, 2012
One romping celebration of boyhood to read again and again. Full review >
APRIL 17, 2012
Everything teems with movement and life—completely beguiling. Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
Otherwise, distinguished both as natural history and work of art. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Riveting reading, well-timed for the centennial of the Titanic’s sinking. Full review >
APRIL 10, 2012
Perhaps these closing scenes anticipate more stories to come about these friends, since, as Boy and Bot would say, it’s... Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
Shame on you, Gerald Morris, for treating the Matter of Britain with insufficient solemnity. Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
As Captain Awesome would say, this kid is “MI-TEE!” (Fiction. 5-8) Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
No classroom clichés here. Rather, creativity and inspired teaching in full bloom. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
From the beaver’s coat to the tiger lily’s petals to the snakeskin, this fish tale is a keeper. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Art lovers of all ages will revel in this vivid, wonderfully affecting book, which is almost as ingenious and memorable as... Full review >
APRIL 15, 2012
An enchanting tale for all, especially for lovers of ballet. Read the story, play the music and applaud. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Adult explication may be needed for the textual rubric; the visually told story is enthralling all on its own. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
The pace in this debut is leisurely, but readers, like the town folk and his newfound family, will be rooting for Frankie... Full review >
APRIL 3, 2012
A vastly engaging, must-read mystery infused with the perfect touch of captivating conjuration—er, magic. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Share this admirable appreciation with a wide audience. (Picture book/poetry. 4-10) Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Budding herpetologists will snap this one up faster than a frog can catch a fly. (author’s note, answer key, list of... Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
The pleasure of finding unexpected links between a new country and the old suffuses this autobiographical outing. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
Straightforward and sweet—almost darling, but in a very good way. If only it were available in hardcover Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
A lovely, unique contribution. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2012
A quick, amusing read with an easily digestible environmental message; it is a perfect match for its young intended... Full review >
APRIL 10, 2012
Both casual and confirmed fans will devour this delicious blend of fact and foolery with relish. Full review >
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