(2) K-3 Illustrated by el primo Ramón. Morse's (1791–1872) failures are front and center in this spirited picture book, helping to humanize the famous inventor. While traveling in France, Morse first conceived of an electric telegraph machine and a code based on dots and dashes. Mishaps and delays frequently impeded success--a valuable lesson in grit and determination. Pencil drawings are digitally colored with earth-toned hues. Author's note and additional facts about Morse are appended. Timeline. Bib.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2019

(4) K-3 Encounter series. Illustrated by el primo Ramón. Sixteen-year-old Hedy and her family must overcome numerous obstacles on the perilous journey from Hungary through Nazi-ruled territory to Lisbon and on to America. Gray- and sepia-toned illustrations reflect both the time period's dark history and the family's struggle to survive together. While a bit wordy, this story illuminating the author's family history nevertheless offers a worthy contribution to the Holocaust canon. Reading list, timeline. Glos.

Reviewer: Rita Soltan