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Book Review: Lotus Bloom and the Afro Revolution by Sherri Winston
Publisher’s description From the beloved author of President of the Whole Fifth Grade, a story about a young Black girl who summons the courage to fight against a discriminatory dress code—and stand...
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Book Review: The Vanquishers by Kalynn Bayron
Publisher’s description In the world of the Vanquishers, vampires were history . . . until now. “A sharp vampire tale full of bite, heart, and humor.” —Rena Barron, author of the Maya and the Rising...
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Book Review: Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice by Tommie Smith,...
Publisher’s description A groundbreaking and timely graphic memoir from one of the most iconic figures in American sports—and a tribute to his fight for civil rights. On October 16, 1968, during the...
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Book Review: Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee
Publisher’s description From critically acclaimed author Barbara Dee comes a middle grade novel about a young girl who channels her anxiety about the climate crisis into rallying her community to save...
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Post-It Note Reviews: A Quinceañera, Swimming, Ananse, School Band, and more!
You know the drill by now, right? Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to display books in your library or classroom, a way to let kids recommend their favorite titles without having to get up in...
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Book Review: Bhai for Now by Maleeha Siddiqui
Publisher’s description A fresh and fun new spin on the Parent-Trap story, by Indies Introduce author Maleeha Siddiqui Ashar is busy with the ice hockey team, studying to get into the best school, and...
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Book Review: The Rat Queen by Pete Hautman
Publisher’s description From National Book Award winner Pete Hautman comes a mysterious modern-day fairy tale about developing a moral compass—and the slippery nature of conscience. For Annie’s tenth...
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Book Review: Windswept by Margi Preus
Publisher’s description From Newbery Honor–winner Margi Preus, a gripping middle-grade fantasy about a girl who must save the children of her world from being “windswept” In Tag’s world, children are...
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Post-It Note Reviews: A return to Berrybrook, pronouns, a pet-sitting...
Not as many reviews as usual this month, thanks to an infinite sinus infection eating my ability to concentrate, but I still managed to get SOME reading done. Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to...
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Book Review: A Pros and Cons List For Strong Feelings by Will Betke-Brunswick
Publisher’s description A Modern Mrs. Darcy’s Best Book of Fall “Filled with moments of tenderness and humor.” —Library Journal, Starred Review An unexpected and poignant debut graphic memoir about a...
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Book Review: Creature: Paintings, Drawings, and Reflections by Shaun Tan
Publisher’s description From the creator of THE ARRIVAL, a collection of essays illuminating his thoughts and advice for writers and artists, young and old. Shaun Tan is one of the world’s most highly...
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Book Review: Garvey in the Dark by Nikki Grimes
When I’m reviewing books for professional publications, I stay quiet about them on social media. I’m always really excited once a review comes out to be able to talk about the book, finally! Here’s...
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Book Review: Morning Sun in Wuhan by Ying Chang Compestine
Publisher’s description What was the pandemic of the century like at the start? This swift, gripping novel captures not only the uncertainty and panic when COVID first emerged in Wuhan, but also how a...
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Book Review: Snow Foal by Susanna Bailey
Publisher’s description A beautiful and heart-wrenching middle grade debut, this title is a memorable story, full of love, healing, friendship, and hope. When eleven-year-old Addie goes to stay with a...
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Post-It Note Reviews: Quick peeks at 8 new titles
Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to display books in your library or classroom, a way to let kids recommend their favorite titles without having to get up in front of everyone and do a book talk,...
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Amanda’s Favorites of 2022
Yes, it’s list time. Again. Really, since early 2020, I’ve lost all sense of how linear time is supposed to work. Time both flies and feels somehow forever stuck back in early 2020. I feel like I just...
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Book Review: Ode to a Nobody by Caroline Brooks DuBois
Publisher’s description A devastating tornado tears apart more than just houses in this striking novel in verse about a girl rebuilding herself. Before the storm, thirteen-year-old Quinn was happy...
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Post-It Note Reviews: Quick looks at 9 new titles
One last round of quick reviews before we head into 2023! Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to display books in your library or classroom, a way to let kids recommend their favorite titles without...
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Book Review: Lark & Kasim Start a Revolution by Kacen Callender
When I’m reviewing books for professional publications, I stay quiet about them on social media. I’m always really excited once a review comes out to be able to talk about the book, finally! Here’s...
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Book Review: The Roof Over Our Heads by Nicole Kronzer
Publisher’s description A charming YA novel about a family who puts on an immersive, interactive play to save their historical home Finn lives in a family of theater lovers. His older brothers are...
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