with consultant Marjorie Hogan, MD 3 stars An interesting non-fiction picture book about allergies. The book covers what causes allergies, common allergens, various symptoms, and how they are treated. The content is simplified for a young audience. It goes through various concepts such as allergens in an easy to understand way. The book is formatted…
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Story by Julie Dachez Illustrated by Mademoiselle Caroline In collaboration with Fabienne Vaslet Translated by Edward Gauvin 4 stars This graphic memoir follows Marguerite through her daily life, showing her routines and interactions. No matter how hard she tries, Marguerite doesn’t feel like she quite fits. When she’s diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, suddenly everything comes…
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4 stars In this nonfiction picture book, Williams discusses the role of sharks in the oceans and what could possibly happen if sharks went extinct. Wonderful to see sharks presented beyond a scary element. The text is simple, breaking down a complex system into something more easily digestible for a young audience. There are more…
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3 stars A nice intro for young readers on why plastics are a problem and how to get more involved. Loved the push for changing local habits and fighting for large-scale solutions. This book offers a very basic look at the issues surrounding plastics, making it a good starting point. The small size makes it…
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by Jennie Romer Illustrated by Christie Young 3.5 stars A nice kid-friendly guide that breaks down the basics of recycling. It includes some of the issues with landfills, why we recycle, the process of recycling, its limitations, and the importance of limiting single-use items. Simple, bright illustrations that pair well with the points made. I…
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by Ella Schwartz Illustrated by Lily Williams 4 stars An interesting read that tackles some of the questions we’ve all thought about at one time or another. Each chapter deals with a different question related to pee, bodies of water, and what does and does not harm them. From whether it’s okay to pee in…
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by Rebecca Donnelly Illustrated by John Hendrix 5 stars This is a fascinating read. In modern society, it’s easy to throw something away and forget about it, never questioning where it ends up. In this book, readers follow the history of garbage and how the relationship between humans and their trash has changed over time….
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4 stars An excellent starting point in understanding gender nonconforming identities. In the first half of the book, Vaid-Menon discusses various issues experienced by the gender nonconforming community, connecting them to their own life, and making the case for why a rigid gender binary is harmful. The second half goes into specific arguments against gender…
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by Clive Gifford Illustrated by Steve Gavan 3 stars A fun and interesting introduction to politics. The book focuses on different types of governments, ways of voting, and how to get involved in decision making. It touches on a lot of the major moments throughout political history. While it does make an effort to cover…
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4 stars Beautiful in its simplicity. Portis wonderfully captures the life cycle of a sunflower in this colorful picture book. Follow a seed through each step of development, highlighting the elements needed for growth – soil, sunlight, water, and air, as the cycle repeats itself. Short, simple phrases on each page cover each step. Lovely,…
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