Imaginative, socially-conscious, educational picture books and informative, lively nonfiction.
A selection of Boyds Mills Press books are available online at the Highlights website.
Here's what School Library Journal says about Suzanne Bloom's A Mighty Fine Time Machine in its March 1, 2009 issue:
“Any child who has ever built a blanket fort or played inside a box should be able to relate to these anthropomorphic animals. ... [T]his is a fun selection.”
The March 15, 2009 issue of Booklist features a review of Asma Mobin-Uddin's A Party in Ramadan:
“With lively pastel-and-pencil artwork, this warm picture book shows and tells the observance and meaning of Ramadan through the viewpoint of a Muslim child in a diverse neighborhood. ... The blend of the upbeat and challenging moments will spark discussion, and a final note fills in more about the holy month and what it means.”
Here's what School Library Journal says about Scott Mikelson's Artichoke Boy in its March 1, 2009 issue:
“[T]he ingenuity displayed in integrating artichokes throughout the book is admirable. ... Mickelson’s offering could be used in a food-themed storytime.”
