Monday, December 31, 2012

Meet the Dogs of Bedlam Farm by Jon Katz


From chapters.ca:
Welcome to Bedlam Farm! Meet Rose, Izzy, Frieda, and Lenore, four dogs that work hard on the farm doing various jobs. They're good friends now, but it wasn't always this way.  Just as each dog has a different role on the farm, each has a unique story.  Filled with his captivating photographs, bestselling author Jon Katz's heartwarming account of his dogs' lives on Bedlam Farm is unforgettable.

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Squirrel's New Year's Resolution by Pat Miller, illustrated by Kathi Ember

From chapters.ca:
Squirrel knows that New Year's Day is a great day for making resolutions! But what does it mean to make a resolution, anyway? As she makes visits around the forest she learns about New Year's resolutions and helps her friends get started on theirs. If only she can think of a resolution of her very own...

Saturday, December 29, 2012

Humpty Dumpty and Friends: Nursery Rhymes for the Young at Heart selected and illustrated by Oleg Lipchenko


From chapters.ca:Meet old favourites like Tweedle- dum and Tweedle- dee and, of course, Humpty Dumpty. Then make new friends with some less- known rhymes like Robin the Bobbin, the Three Wise Men of Gotham, and the Lion and the Unicorn. Oleg Lipchenko has selected twenty traditional rhymes to illustrate with his enormously skillful and witty images. Perfect for gift- giving, this book demands to be shared. It is a book for both lovers of of art and of nursery rhymes.

Friday, December 28, 2012

Say What? By Angela DiTerlizzi, illustrated by Jay Chou

From chapters.ca:
When a lion says ROAR, does he really mean MORE?
When a cow says MOO, does she really mean YOU? How do we know what animals say when they say what they say with their sounds everyday? With an interactive text and bright, playful illustrations, Angela DiTerlizzi and Joey Chou explore what baby animals really mean when they make their adorable baby animal sounds.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Mabel Murple by Sheree Fitch and Maryann Kovalski


From chapters.ca:What if there was a purple planet with purple people on it? Sheree Fitch answers this question with a zany tongue- twister of a poem featuring Mabel Murple, a daredevil who rides a purple motorbike through purple puddles, skis on purple snow, and on her pancakes pours maple syrple. 

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Canadian Celebrations: Boxing Day by Jennifer Howse

Boxing day is celebrated the day after Christmas.  What do you do on December 26th?

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

10 Trim-the-Tree’ers by Janet Schulman, illustrated by Linda Davick

From chapters.ca:
Count your way to the holidays with ten little neighbours trimming the tree in their building's lobby. Janet Schulman and Linda Davick, the creators of 10 Trick- or- Treaters, return with this brightly- coloured Christmas book that begs to be read- aloud again and again.

Kevin Goes to the Library by Liesbet Slegers


From chapters.ca: 
A young boy describes his experiences at the library in this educational tale. Kevin enjoys selecting a number of wonderful pictures books to take home from the library. He brings his choices to a counter to be scanned by a computer and is excited to discover that he doesn't need to pay for them. For days he reads each book aloud with his parents until it is finally time to return them and select a new batch. Filled with bright and lively illustrations, this charming story explores the cyclical nature of borrowing library books and emphasizes the many joys of reading.

Monday, December 24, 2012

Caramba and Henry by Marie-Louise Gay


From chapters.ca: Caramba's little brother Henry is a nightmare. He won't share anything, he squishes Caramba's favorite caterpillars and he screams all the time. But the very worst thing about Henry is that he is learning how to fly - much to Caramba's dismay - because Caramba is the only cat in the world who can't fly. Now Caramba can't keep up with Henry, who gets into all sorts of trouble. He tries to protect his little brother, but that only makes Henry unhappy. Finally, Caramba ties a string around Henry's waist and lets him soar like a kite. But when Henry breaks free... Marie-Louise Gay's beloved Caramba is back in this funny, sweet story about siblings.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Big Wigs: A Little History of Hair by Kathleen Krull, illustrated by Peter Malone

From chapters.ca: 
Did you know that kings and queens wore fake beards in ancient Egypt? Or that hair was used in medicine at the height of the Incan Empire? Or that Queen Elizabeth I had more than eighty wigs in various shades of red? Kathleen Krull and Peter Malone start at the dawn of history and bring us up to contemporary times, using incredible bits and bobs of hair fact and lore to show us just how much things have changed (and how they haven't!). This is a perfect way to introduce young readers to the idea of a longitudinal study. And it's also an irreverent and playful look at what funny fashion victims we humans have always been!

Saturday, December 22, 2012

The Waterhol by Graeme Base

From chapters.ca:
In the tradition of his best- selling alphabet book, Animalia, author and illustrator Graeme Base takes young readers on an exhilarating journey of discovery with an ingenious fusion of counting book, puzzle book, storybook, and art book. From the plains of Africa and the jungles of the Amazon to the woodlands of North America and the deserts of outback Australia, the animals come together to drink from the water hole.

Friday, December 21, 2012

A Bad Kitty Christmas by Nick Bruel


From chapters.ca:
A greedy Bad Kitty didn't get all the presents she wanted for Christmas, but after she goes on a Christmas caper across town and through multiple alphabets, she makes a new friend, finds an old friend, and learns the true meaning of Christmas. Or not. 

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Snow Party by Harriet Ziefert, illustrated by Mark Jones


From chapters.ca:If the first snow falls on the first day of winter, the snow men, snow women, and snow children come out for a special party. The festivities include food, dancing, singing, and some surprises! With breathtaking pastel illustrations and an understated, enchanting story, this is the perfect book for a snowy day ... or to read while wishing for snow to fall.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Santa’s Book of Names by David McPhail


From chapters.ca:Illustrated throughout with stunning watercolor nightscapes of snowy winter scenes, Santa's Book of Names depicts all the warmth and spirit of this special time of year in a story about a young boy who learns to read with Santa's help. David McPhail's inspirational holiday story emphasizes the importance of literacy while reminding readers that with patience and practice, you can achieve just about anything.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Eight Winter Nights: A Family Hanukkah Book by Laura Krauss Melmed, illustrated by Elisabeth Schlossberg


From chapters.ca:Moishe's Miracle author Laura Krauss Melmed and illustrator Elisabeth Schlossberg celebrate Hanukkahin joyful action rhymes, festive poems, and exuberant scenes of family life. From traditional holiday foods to the story of the Maccabees, they capture the warm sights, sounds, and tastes of this wintertime festival.

Monday, December 17, 2012

Snowmen at Christmas by Caralyn Buehner, illustrated by Mark Buehner

From chapters.ca:
It's Christmas Eve and people are snug in their beds, but something is stirring outside. The snowmen are preparing to celebrate! Under the glow of moonlight, all the snow families are slipping away to gather in the town square for a night of caroling, dancing, and an exciting visit from the snowman Santa Claus.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Small, Medium, and Large by Jane Monroe Donovan

From chapters.ca:
A little girl's Christmas wish for a playmate comes true in this story from the author of the holiday classic, Winter's Gift.

A Coyote Solstice Tale by Thomas King, illustrated by Gary Clement

From chapters.ca:

Trickster Coyote is having his friends over for a festive solstice get- together in the woods when a little girl comes by unexpectedly. She leads the party- goers through the snowy woods to a shopping mall - a place they have never seen before.  Coyote gleefully shops with abandon, only to discover that filling your shopping cart with goodies is not quite the same thing as actually paying for them. The trickster is tricked and goes back to his cabin in the woods - somewhat subdued - though nothing can keep Coyote down for long.

Saturday, December 15, 2012

The Twelve Days of Christmas by Laurel Long


From chapters.ca:The astounding talent of Laurel Long brings this beloved song to life with breathtaking style. Set against a lush countryside, each day brings a new gift elegantly rendered. And like in the verses of the song, the previous gifts are repeated in every illustration, giving this striking artwork a hidden aspect, culminating in a staggering spread featuring them all. Readers will pore over every page, searching for golden rings, turtledoves, and all the rest, secretly tucked into each stunning painting.

Friday, December 14, 2012

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Trout! By Teri Sloat, illustrated by Reynold Ruffins

From chapters.ca:
Everyone has heard of the old lady who swallowed a fly, but there is something particularly fishy about this old lady... Eye-popping paintings capture the scenery and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest in this energetic recasting of a favorite children's rhyme. The buoyant text bobs along as the old lady swallows a salmon, an otter, a seal, a walrus... until eventually she swallows the entire sea and the trout swims free! This pure flight of fancy gives a fresh twist to a familiar song.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Scoot! By Cathryn Falwell


From chapters.ca:
While their neighbors in the pond leap! lurch! scamper! and splash! Six silent turtles sit still as stones. Will the turtles ever move? Read this book and find out. What are you waiting for? Scoot!

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

The Christmas we Moved to the Barn by Alexandra Day and Cooper Edens

From chapters.ca:
Taffy's all set for a warm and cozy Christmas with her family when she's notified on Christmas Eve that they must move out of their house by midnight. Trekking back and forth across the snowy landscape, they move all of their belongings into an abandoned barn - to celebrate a Christmas they'll never forget! 

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Carl’s Christmas by Alexandra Day


From chapters.ca:
A family's faithful dog and the baby left in his charge share an adventure- filled Christmas Eve.

Sunday, December 09, 2012

O Christmas Tree: Its History and Holiday Traditions by Jacqueline Farmer, illustrated by Joanne Friar


From chapters.ca:
The Christmas tree we know today has roots in many ancient cultures and traditionally had little to do with gift- giving, reindeer, or elves. O Christmas Tree explores the history and traditions of this holiday staple. 

Saturday, December 08, 2012

Katie Goes to the Doctor by Liesbet Slegers


From chapters.ca: 
Katie doesn't feel well—she has a cough, a runny nose, and she feels dizzy. Her mother explains that she has a fever and takes Katie to see the doctor. With her favorite toy in tow, Katie allows the doctor listen to her heart with a stethoscope, look in her ears and mouth, and touch her belly. When the doctor prescribes some medicine to take, Katie is excited to know that she will be feeling better soon. Using simple language and vivid illustrations, this soothing tale is an ideal way to prepare children for their first visit to a medical practitioner.

Thursday, December 06, 2012

The Hanukkah Hop! By Erica Silverman, illustrated by Steven D’Amico

From chapters.ca:
Rachel's twirling streamers. Daddy blows up blue balloons. Mommy sizzles latkes as she hums a Hanukkah tune. It's Hanukkah! It's a time to celebrate family and enjoy festive traditions. As Rachel and her parents prepare the house, grandparents, cousins, and friends travel from near and far to sing and tell stories. Together, they will light candles, play games, and eat scrumptuous holiday foods... and, of course, dance the Hanukkah Hop. The stamping, the hopping, and the bim- bim- bopping is sure to go on all night!

Wednesday, December 05, 2012

A Moose in a Maple Tree: The All-Canadian 12 Days of Christmas by Troy Townsin, illustrated by Jennifer Harrington


From chapters.ca:This newly re-formatted children's book is already a favorite of people young and old around the globe and its lyrics have been sung in classrooms and assemblies across the country. The book's endearing use of iconic Canadianisms provides a great tool for young readers developing memory recognition and learning to count. Its comical ending, with all the characters in the tree, provides a captivating look- and- find.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012

Silent Night by Sandy Turner


From chapters.ca:
It's Christmas Eve. All is silent, except... Woof Woof Woof
...for one smart dog, Yap Yapp Yap... who is getting in someone''s way. Someone who has something very important to do tonight.... Yap Yap Bark... Will that dog ever be quiet?  After all, it's supposed to be a Silent Night!

Monday, December 03, 2012

Home for Christmas by Jan Brett

From chapters.ca:
A wild little troll runs away from home because he doesn't want to do his chores. Rollo tries living with various woodland animals, but he finds out that there is no place like home, and returns to his family just in time for "the best Christmas ever."

Sunday, December 02, 2012

Hanukkah: A Counting Book in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish by Emily Sper


From chapters.ca:With colourful artwork and die- cuts in the shape of candles, this beautiful book explains the story of Hanukkah and teaches young children to count from one to eight in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish. "The strength of the book is its use of simple, bold illustrations and coloured fonts against solid backgrounds.

Saturday, December 01, 2012

Where is Baby’s Christmas Present? By Karen Katz

From chapters.ca:
Baby is looking everywhere for the Christmas present - but where can it be? Little ones will love lifting the large, sturdy flaps to reveal special, holiday surprises: Christmas cookies, candy canes, ornaments, and more! Babies are sure to love this Christmas treat!

Friday, November 30, 2012

Snowed Under and Other Christmas Confusions by Serge Bloch


From chapters.ca:
Serge Bloch, the witty author and illustrator of Butterflies in My StomachReach for the Stars, and You Are What You Eat brings his readers a touch of happy holiday spirit. 

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Sneezy the Snowman by Maureen Wright, illustrated by Stephen Gilpin


From chapters.ca:
A snowman who finds it dreadfully cold keeps doing things that cause him to melt, while the children who rebuild him each time offer clothing to keep him warm.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

If the World Were a Village: A Book About the World’s People by David J Smith, illustrated by Shelagh Armstrong


From chapters.ca:First published to wide acclaim in 2002, this eye- opening book has since become a classic, promoting "world- mindedness" by imagining the world's population - all 6.8 billion of us - as a village of just 100 people. 

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Animal Opposites: Smartest and Silliest by Camilla de la Bedoyere


From chapters.ca:
A new series of colourful and lighthearted books that compares opposites in the weird and wonderful animal kingdom.

Animal Opposites: Fastest and Slowest by Camilla de la Bedoyere


From chapters.ca:
A new series of colourful and lighthearted books that compares opposites in the weird and wonderful animal kingdom.

Monday, November 26, 2012

My Car by Byron Barton

From chapters.ca:
My car has wheels. My car has gas. The horn goes beep. Come take a ride.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

There was an Old Lady who Swallowed Some Leaves! By Lucille Colandro, illustrated by Jared Lee


From chapters.ca:
That wild old lady is back swallowing fall- themed items. What can you make from leaves, clothes, pumpkin and a rope? That's right, a scarecrow! 

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Where is Baby’s Yummy Tummy? By Karen Katz

From chapters.ca:
Where is baby's tummy that's oh, so yummy? Under the teddy bear! Little ones will love lifting the large, sturdy flaps in this book to reveal Baby's pretty nose, sweet feet, yummy tummy, and more! This new gem from Karen Katz is sure to be a year-round favourite for younger readers.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Share! By Anthea Simmons and Georgie Birkett

From chapters.ca:
Learning to share your favourite things with a baby brother or sister can be hard at first, but once you get used to it, it's so much fun! Not convinced? Then read to see how.

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Tiny Titans: Welcome to the Treehouse by Baltazar and Franco

From chapters.ca:
You'll see what life is like for the very young heroes of Sidekick Elementary and learn what could go wrong when the kids of Sidekick Elementary spend an afternoon in the Batcave in this new graphic novel.  These all ages tales from the DC Universe, beautifully written and illustrated by Art Baltazar and Franco, will entertain new readers and seasoned fans of comics

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Over in the Arctic Where the Cold Winds Blow by Marianne Berkes, illustrated by Jill Dubin


From chapters.ca:Animals that live in the Arctic have learned to live where it is very cold and the nights are very long. Children can learn about these marvelous creatures while they count, clap, and sing to the rhythm of the whimsical tune Over in the Meadow. Each animal is identified in the back of the book along with more information about them. 

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Snow Happy! By Patricia Hubbell, illustrated by Hiroe Nakata

From chapters.ca:
Waking up to a snow- covered world, children dash outdoors. Follow along as they playfully romp through the freshly- fallen snow: sledding, shoveling, making snow angels, and throwing snowballs. Even the woodland animals are taking part in the winter fun! 

Counting on Snow by Maxwell Newhouse

From chapters.ca:
Maxwell Newhouse, folk artist extraordinaire, has created a unique counting book. The premise is simple. He invites children to count with him from ten crunching caribou down to one lonely moose, by finding other northern animals - from seals to wolves to snowy owls - as they turn the pages. But as the animals appear, so does the snow, until it's a character too, obliterating light and dark, sky and earth. A gorgeous exploration of the isolation and the beauty of northern winter, Maxwell Newhouse has created a deceptively simple picture book that can be enjoyed by all ages.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Where the Giant Sleeps by Mem Fox, illustrated by Vladimir Radunsky


From chapters.ca:
Do ogres snore? Do pirates have blankies? Do fairies suck their thumbs? We may never know the answers to these questions. But if we're lucky - and very observant - we might be able to catch a glimpse of some fantastic creatures, all fast asleep.

Sunday, November 18, 2012

In the Night Garden by Barbara Joosse, illustrated by Elizabeth Sayles


From chapters.ca:
Late one evening, three little girls prowl, growl, and let their imaginations soar.

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Wind Flyers by Angela Johnson, illustrated by Loren Long


From chapters.ca:
Three- time Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Angela Johnson and New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long invite readers to ponder a band of undercelebrated World War II heroes - the Tuskegee Airmen. With fleeting prose and transcendent imagery, this book by the masterful author/artist duo reveals how a boy's love of flight takes him on a journey from the dusty dirt roads of Alabama to the war- torn skies of Europe and into the hearts of those who are only now beginning to understand the part these brave souls played in the history of America.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Red Sled by Lita Judge

From chapters.ca:

In this almost wordless picture book, a host of woodland creatures take a child's sled for a nighttime joy ride. Their whimsical ride is gorgeously depicted in bold watercolor, complemented by humorous expressions and pitch- perfect sound effects. With a timeless tone and classic characters, Red Sled will become a wintertime favourite.

Thursday, November 15, 2012

The Wheels on the Bus by Jane Cabrera


From chapters.ca:
"The wheels on the bus go round and round..." Yes, but what's on the bus? Lots of adorable animals! And they're not staying quiet. The lion roars; the monkeys chatter. The hyenas think the whole scene is ridiculous and are laughing hysterically. Watch out for the crocodile, whose jaws go snap, snap, snap! This raucous rendition of a favorite song will have everyone roaring, chattering, and chomping before the animals reach their stop.

Flip, Flap, Fly! By Phyllis Root, illustrated by David Walker

From chapters.ca:
Little readers are invited to join these baby animals as they fly, swim, wiggle, and slide, all with the help of their mamas. But what these babies like best, of course, is spotting other baby animals! With the buoyant rhythms of Phyllis Root and David Walker's cheerful illustrations, here is a guaranteed favourite for babies and toddlers, who will love shouting out the rhyming word sure to come on the next spread.
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