described by Entertainment Weekly as "groundbreaking

each scene is rendered in spellbinding detail

Scarlett has never left the tiny island where she and her beloved sister

“I wish I didn’t know that I was marching my sisters into a boiling pot of trouble cooking in Oakland…”

Not for the first time

Oscar and the Snail: A Book About Things That We Use (Start with Science) Children's Social Science Books described by Entertainment Weekly asStart with Science books introduce kids to core science concepts through engaging stories, fresh illustrations, and supplemental activities. One day Oscar comes across a nest made of twigs and leaves, perfect for sheltering eggs. It makes him wonder about all the things we use like glass, paper, plastic, and cloth. With the help of his friend Snail, the curious kitten learns why we choose specific materials to do different jobs, where the materials