Book Reviews
Discover great reads for the classroom and at home, every one of them vetted, tested, and reviewed by parents and educators.
Book Reviews by Age
Book Reviews by Genre
The Children's Book of Birdwatching
A practical guide for young birdwatchers to learn about and observe the many flying wonders living all around them.
The Last Bear (Series review)
Perfect for animal lovers, these hopeful, moving books skillfully weave themes of family, loss, bravery, and environmental responsibility into strong, appealing stories.
The World to Come
A poetic, hopeful, and riotously illustrated rumination on the seasons of nature and the seasons of life. Touching for children and parents alike.
Red Knit Cap Girl and the Reading Tree
A sweet, gently inspiring picture book that celebrates nature, community, and the many ways books can bring us together.
The Forest of Dreams
A visually and thematically sophisticated picture book, notable for its enchanting, at times surreal art style.
The Boy Who Sailed the World
A gentle book that offers children a lovely glimpse of adventure, perseverance, and bravery.
Pages & Co: The Bookwanderers
A delightful reminder of the power of books, perfect to encourage young readers into further literary adventures of their own.
Aloha Everything
A brightly-colored fantasia of flowers, animals, landscapes, and island life that celebrates life and language in Hawaii.
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