Reviews written by Wendy Poteet, Staff Reviewer

Temple Grandin is an inspiration to all readers, not just the neurodivergent, and this book is no exception. Designed to be a source of encouragement, with FACTS to back it up, to the neurodivergent child, it should also serve as encouragement for adults and as...

Whew. This book. THIS. BOOK. I had to take my time with this one, Walela makes the reader FEEL it. When they are angry, you will be angry. When they are in despair, you will be in despair. I caution to read this when you...

I found this to be a well-researched and fascinating read, presented in an educational and approachable manner befitting of its target upper YA audience. While visiting Ireland, I realized for the first time that it, like my native United States, is a land of...

This book had me instantly. We don't often get WWII fiction set in Asia, especially written for a middle grade audience, so it was already a highly anticipated book in "The Pile". Then I fell in love on the first page. Abendanon's prose is...

Ah, this is the cutest series! Though I am officially reviewing the third book, I also read the first two in order to properly assess how book three stacks up and fits in--and I wasn't disappointed! In their latest adventure, Austin, Alanna, and Ozzy's face...

I have mixed feelings about this one. This is a fun collection of poems, gathered in thematic groups of different places in a child's life, home, play, school, etc. and then sub-grouped inside and outside (Home: Inside, Home: Outside, Play: Inside, Play: Outside...). The...

It's important to begin by noting the publisher, North Star, specializes in Hi-Lo readers. Originally, I was disappointed in the writing though enjoyed the plot. After some research, I realized why the writing was simplified. I think this will be an excellent addition to school libraries who have reluctant readers...

"She’ll Be the Sky" by Ella Risbridger is a beautiful collection of poetry by and for women and girls, with illustrations from Anna Shepeta that equal and enhance the messages. This is a great read-a-loud for younger audiences and read-to-self for the target middle grade ages 8-12, but also beyond;...

Thank You to YABC and Kokila for the opportunity to read and review this book. My first literary love was poetry, and it still holds a special place in my heart, though I have moved on from Ogden Nash to books that drag the emotion...

Thank You to YABC and Lantana Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book. This is such a delightful book, honoring the relationship we have with our grandmothers and the value of story. It made me miss my grandmother and long for more of her stories....

What a beautiful book! The following is part of a poem in the book and gives you a glimpse of the beautifully written words and the soul that carries throughout: "One family, many beliefs The beauty of faith, tradition, and love" It...

Thank You to YABC, Kalaniot Books, and Myrick Marketing & Media for the opportunity to read and review this book. What I Loved: The illustrations are lush and glorious. Readers will follow Leah as she leaves her beloved Jewish village in India to live in the...

Thank You to YABC and Candlewick Press for the opportunity to read and review this book. What I Loved: Under the Table is a great read-aloud--fun, funny, and interactive, making it enjoyable for both the child and reader. The illustrations are delightful, imaginative, and silly, and...

Thank You to YABC and Candlewick Press for the opportunity to review this book. What I Loved: It's hard to choose which is more delightful, the illustrations or the text. The creators included images and facts on varieties of crows and their eggs, including rooks, ravens,...

I gave this book 4.5 stars. What I Loved: From her opening lines, Fleming set the stage for the secrets and intrigue to come. She gave justice to the “Enigma Girls” and their contributions to the Allies’ win in WWII, telling their stories...