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“The picture book format works well for this brief episode in the (Titanic) disaster. Reluctant readers will be able to read this amazing tale on their own.” —School Library Journal

“…crisp narrative juxtaposed with lush, painterly artwork.” —Booklist

“Dog is known as Man’s best friend, but Crisp speculates that a dog became Jesus’ best friend as well. Her curiosity piqued by the appearance of a white canine in various 14^th to 16^th century paintings of the Nativity, the author has crafted a dramatic tale about a lowly kennel boy’s beloved white dog…Cooper’s signature oil-wash paintings look as luminous as ever, depicting soft portraits of a multiracial cast, the blues and golds of a nighttime desert awash in star glow.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“The well-written text is full of rich language and dramatic moments, concluding with the dog, Ra, prancing along at the head of the procession on the flight into safety in Egypt.”  —Kirkus

“Sterling Publishing’s bestselling Dot-to-Dot series is going to the dogs! From the familiar (Golden Retriever, German Shepherd) to the unusual (Peruvian Inca Orchid, Xoloitzcuintli), these 38 breeds span the canine world. There’s fun information on each pooch’s origin, size, and shape, along with general details, ‘Did you know?’ background, and an amazing fact.” —Sterling

“Eisner’s full-bleed spreads make the most of Crisp’s satisfying singsong text with a palette of frosty greens, purples and blues, and a subtle snowflake motif throughout…even the most summer-loving readers will appreciate this young hero’s cool fantasy.” —Publisher’s Weekly

“Written in catchy poetic jingles, Peter is sure to capture the hearts of all who love winter.” —Children’s Literature

“written from the civilian perspective, the story of Ben’s conflicting emotions illustrates the grim reality of the Civil War…the brutality of war is characterized through vivid description…(but) the story is also about the relationship between humans and animals, anchored by Captain, and Ben’s feelings for him…Crisp’s extensive research is obvious, and her ability to capture the sights and emotions of the time make this novel a satisfying read.” —VOYA

“Crisp manages a remarkable feat here: she melds the well-rounded characterization and vivid attention to detail common to classic writers of historical fiction with the more colloquial and leaner writing style of more recent authors.” —School Library Journal

“Funny!…Abbie sees that size is not as important as he thought…middle-graders will recognize the milieu and the characters, especially as they are portrayed in True Kelly’s amusing ink-and-wash illustrations.” —Booklist

“Ratzo is the first book of its kind to sensitively and effectively introduce young readers to the plight of the racing greyhound in a manner that does the subject justice. Crisp’s non-patronizing style does not sacrifice fact for safer fiction…Similar in spirit to the much acclaimed “Shiloh,” Ratzo is the story of a boy’s empathic coming-of-age. As the book concludes, the lesson is that ‘one person can make a difference.’ Indeed, Crisp has, by educating the next generation of potential track-goers.” —Animal People, News For People Who Care About Animals

This is a promising debut, full of energy and ripe with thoughtful themes.” —Publisher’s Weekly

Readable text with plenty of canine facts in a browsable format. A first purchase.” School Library Journal

A crisply written collection of canine trivia that will intrigue young readers…the first entry in the Kids’ FAQs series will be useful for both recreational reading and school reports on man’s (and many kids’) best friend.” —Kirkus

Chatty, informal style that makes for easy reading. Children will love sharing odd facts about these mysterious animals.” —School Library Journal

“Good captions, factoids, and an attractive, kid-appealing layout make this slim volume the cat’s meow.” —Kirkus

The text never seems overwhelming or intimidating…with broad appeal for both browsers and researchers, makes a good addition to natural history collections.” —School Library Journal

“This book is an additional purchase, albeit one that will be popular.” —School Library Journal

“A fresh approach to a popular topic that is both engaging and informative.” —School Library Journal

“Filled with interesting facts about the famous ocean liner, the tale manages to offer some little-known tidbits and debunks some myths. An interesting look at a familiar subject.”  —Kirkus