Johnson, J. J.

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The Big Book of Monsters: The Creepiest Creatures from Classic Literature

Hal Johnson | NONFICTION, Sep 01, 2019

Johnson’s casual descriptions of horrifying tales will delight middle grade readers while he successfully lures them to grander-scheme ideas. A must-have for middle school libraries and those whose readers seek out the creepy and the scary.

Pencils, Pens & Brushes: A Great Girls’ Guide to Disney Animation

Mindy Johnson | NONFICTION, Jul 31, 2019

This is a young readers’ version of Johnson’s Ink & Paint, an oversize, wonderful tribute to the women of Disney animation. Like the Disney universe itself, this pared-down version of the original is magical. A finely written and illustrated inspiration

IntersectionAllies: We Make Room for All

Chelsea Johnson & others | NONFICTION, Jun 30, 2019

The book’s core message--“Where there’s room for some, we make room for all. Friends can be allies no matter how small!”--offers a memorable refrain caregivers and educators will be eager to integrate into daily mantras. Highly recommended

Reaching for the Moon: The Autobiography of NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson

Katherine Johnson | NONFICTION, Jun 30, 2019

While the chapters are a little lengthy for the intended audience, Johnson’s story is easy to follow and hard to put down. Highly recommended for purchase in any school library

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Emiline: Knight in Training

Kimberli Johnson | FICTION, Jun 27, 2019

This graphic novel is a solid purchase for most collections and will resonate with readers who have learning disabilities and those who enjoy fantasy and adventure.