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OCT. 13, 2011
Sheer delight. Full review >
OCT. 3, 2011
A marvelous, mystical romp that doesn’t ignore reality. A hint of a possible sequel whets readers’ appetite for more: Yes,... Full review >
OCT. 4, 2011
In her first work for middle-grade readers, the versatile Oliver (Before I Fall, 2010, and Delirium, 2011) deftly creates... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House... Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
Three true tales of adventure as grand and admirable in the telling as they were in the doing. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
Skillfully constructed and cleverly composed, it’s an awesome alphabet book that adults will also appreciate. Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
Sporting star-spangled pajamas, the not-too-sleepy astronaut wraps his red-and-white quilt around his shoulders and zooms... Full review >
OCT. 31, 2011
This clever marriage of information and illustration soars high. Full review >
OCT. 3, 2011
This resilient and exuberant heroine deserves a stamp of approval. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
OCT. 1, 2011
Guffaws and surprising twists (plus Timbertooth’s exaggerated tantrums) will have youngsters clamoring for a repeat... Full review >
OCT. 25, 2011
This homage to the power of imagination is one ingenious and entertaining game of wordplay. Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
A memorable first skate by an irresistible imp. Full review >
OCT. 25, 2011
One thing’s certain: It's magic. Full review >
OCT. 3, 2011
Exquisitely simple and memorable. Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
Readers ready for chapter books will delight in seeing the world through Spunky’s eyes and powerful nose. (Fiction. 8-11) Full review >
OCT. 25, 2011
An enthralling tale that demystifies Wicca, humanizes homeless families and inspires reflection on friendship, forgiveness... Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
As promised, this book is filled with loads of “Very Bad Stuff that Will Make Your Brain Explode!”—what could be better than... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
Warm, delicious and filling. Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
Featuring plenty of the usual chestnuts (“Mary Had A Little Lamb,” “Hey, Diddle Diddle,” etc.) interspersed with an array of... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
This companion to What to Expect When You're Expecting Larvae (2011) is enormously appealing, an offbeat approach to... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
A favorite ancient fable beautifully presented in the tradition of the finest picture books, this does not replace Jerry... Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
An exquisite package, much like one of Pei’s buildings. Full review >
OCT. 25, 2011
A timeless tribute to learning as play, much enriched with background on even the (seemingly) throwaway lines and puns. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
Marisol’s varied, distinctive lifestyle and multiracial family affirms our increasingly blended society and clearly... Full review >
OCT. 3, 2011
Just another superb outing from a fixed star twinkling in the children’s-literature firmament. Full review >
OCT. 11, 2011
Superb versions for reading alone or for sharing with audiences large or small. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2011
An initial double-page spread shows dozens of disgruntled animals—walrus and crab and monkey and camel and others—crammed... Full review >
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