From chapters.ca:
Small, soft flakes fall quietly from above. It's snowing! People like to sled and ski in it, but what exactly is snow? How does it form?
Thursday, January 31, 2013
It’s Snowing! By Gail Gibbons
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
My Heartbeat by Garret Freymann-Weyr
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Ellen loves Link and James. Her older brother and his best friend are the only company she ever wants. She knows they fight, but she makes it a policy never to take sides. She loves her brother, the math genius and track star. She is totally, madly in love with James, his face full of long eyelashes and hidden smiles. "When you grow out of it," James teases her, "you will break my heart." Ellen knows she'll never outgrow it. She'll always love James just the way she'll always love Link. Then someone at school asks if Link and James might be in love with each other.
Ellen loves Link and James. Her older brother and his best friend are the only company she ever wants. She knows they fight, but she makes it a policy never to take sides. She loves her brother, the math genius and track star. She is totally, madly in love with James, his face full of long eyelashes and hidden smiles. "When you grow out of it," James teases her, "you will break my heart." Ellen knows she'll never outgrow it. She'll always love James just the way she'll always love Link. Then someone at school asks if Link and James might be in love with each other.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
To Market, To Market by Anne Miranda, illustrated by Janet Stevens
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To market, to market, to buy a fat pig...What's a poor shopper to do when her groceries have a mind of their own? The lively rhymes and innovative artwork make for a perfect lap- sized board book.
To market, to market, to buy a fat pig...What's a poor shopper to do when her groceries have a mind of their own? The lively rhymes and innovative artwork make for a perfect lap- sized board book.
Labels:
* Favourites,
Nursery Rhymes,
Picture Book,
Read Aloud,
Rhyming Text
Monday, January 28, 2013
Check it Out! Reading, Finding, Helping by Patricia Hubbell, illustrated by Nancy Speir
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Squid and Octopus: Friends for Always by Tao Nyeu
From chapters.ca:The four tales in this charming picture book show funny moments in the life of best friends Squid and Octopus. Yes, they argue sometimes (about things as silly as whether they should wear mittens or socks to keep their tentacles warm!), but they are always able to cheer each other up in glum times (such as when Squid wakes from the dream of being a superhero and feels disappointed to be plain old Squid again).
They are a very lucky duo. As the fortune cookie in the final story says, they will always have a true friend to count on.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Oh No, Little Dragon! By Jim Averbeck
From chapters.ca:
Little Dragon wreaks adorable havoc in this energetic picture book from the creator of Except If.
With a PHOOSH and a Grrrrrr and a CANNONBAAAALLLLLL! Little Dragon tears through his day (and the house). But even when he gets a little too rambunctious, there's no OH NO! that Mama's kiss can't fix. Jim Averbeck celebrates both the tremendous energy of a little boy and the tenderness shared between mother and child in this vibrant picture book that begs to be read aloud.
Little Dragon wreaks adorable havoc in this energetic picture book from the creator of Except If.
With a PHOOSH and a Grrrrrr and a CANNONBAAAALLLLLL! Little Dragon tears through his day (and the house). But even when he gets a little too rambunctious, there's no OH NO! that Mama's kiss can't fix. Jim Averbeck celebrates both the tremendous energy of a little boy and the tenderness shared between mother and child in this vibrant picture book that begs to be read aloud.
Labels:
* Recommended,
Dragons,
Love,
Picture Book,
Read Aloud
Friday, January 25, 2013
Infinity Ring Book One: A Mutiny in Time by James Dashner
From chapters.ca:
Scholastic's next multi-platform mega-event begins here! History is broken, and three kids must travel back in time to set it right! When best friends Dak Smyth and Sera Froste stumble upon the secret of time travel - a hand- held device known as the Infinity Ring - they're swept up in a centuries- long secret war for the fate of mankind. Recruited by the Hystorians, a secret society that dates back to Aristotle, the kids learn that history has gone disastrously off course. Now it's up to Dak, Sera, and teenage Hystorian- in- training Riq to travel back in time to fix the Great Breaks...and to save Dak's missing parents while they're at it. First stop: Spain, 1492, where a sailor named Christopher Columbus is about to be thrown overboard in a deadly mutiny!
Scholastic's next multi-platform mega-event begins here! History is broken, and three kids must travel back in time to set it right! When best friends Dak Smyth and Sera Froste stumble upon the secret of time travel - a hand- held device known as the Infinity Ring - they're swept up in a centuries- long secret war for the fate of mankind. Recruited by the Hystorians, a secret society that dates back to Aristotle, the kids learn that history has gone disastrously off course. Now it's up to Dak, Sera, and teenage Hystorian- in- training Riq to travel back in time to fix the Great Breaks...and to save Dak's missing parents while they're at it. First stop: Spain, 1492, where a sailor named Christopher Columbus is about to be thrown overboard in a deadly mutiny!
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Life-Size Farm by Teruyuki Komiya
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With more than 200,000 copies in print and Parents' Choice Gold Awards for each of its first three titles (Life-Size Zoo, More Life-Size Zoo, and Life-Size Aquarium) the Life-Size series moves to the barnyard to get readers closer than ever before to 19 of their favourite animals. With informative facts and fun illustrations accompanying the superlative photographs that depict the animals at features in their actual life size (or at least as much of it that fits on the page!), Life-Size Farm brings readers eye to eye with an alpaca, chicken, dairy cow, donkey, duck, ferret, goose, horse, llama, pig, pony, goat, rabbit, sheep, turkey, and more!
With more than 200,000 copies in print and Parents' Choice Gold Awards for each of its first three titles (Life-Size Zoo, More Life-Size Zoo, and Life-Size Aquarium) the Life-Size series moves to the barnyard to get readers closer than ever before to 19 of their favourite animals. With informative facts and fun illustrations accompanying the superlative photographs that depict the animals at features in their actual life size (or at least as much of it that fits on the page!), Life-Size Farm brings readers eye to eye with an alpaca, chicken, dairy cow, donkey, duck, ferret, goose, horse, llama, pig, pony, goat, rabbit, sheep, turkey, and more!
Labels:
* Recommended,
Animal Characters,
Awards,
Farms,
Non Fiction,
Picture Book,
Series
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Healthy Foods from A to Z by Stephanie Maze, photos by Renee Comet
From chapters.ca:
Helping children learn about healthy foods - as well as their ABCs - this bilingual picture book in English and Spanish features colourful photographs of engaging faces made from fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and soy products. A sample sketch with instructions, followed by additional suggested activities, helps children create their own food faces and connect with peers and teachers. An informative section for parents highlights the nutritional value of 70 foods illustrated in the book.
Helping children learn about healthy foods - as well as their ABCs - this bilingual picture book in English and Spanish features colourful photographs of engaging faces made from fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and soy products. A sample sketch with instructions, followed by additional suggested activities, helps children create their own food faces and connect with peers and teachers. An informative section for parents highlights the nutritional value of 70 foods illustrated in the book.
Labels:
ABCs,
Dual Language Text,
Food and Eating,
Picture Book,
zpub
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Good People Everywhere by Lynea Gillen, illustrated by Kristina Swarner
From chapters.ca:
A colorful picture book that will warm the hearts of children and adults alike, each of its pages contain endearing examples and vibrant illustrations to inspire children to grow into grateful, caring, and giving people. It provides a wonderful way to calm children before sleep, ease their fears, and help them develop an appreciation for good work. Also included are activity pages to help children practice skills for creating gratitude, compassion, and beauty in daily life.
Monday, January 21, 2013
The Labyrinth by Thomas Weck and Peter Weck, illustrated by Len DiSalvo
From chapters.ca:
Each picture book in the Lima Bear Stories series delivers messages for children to help them handle everyday situations with siblings and friends, including tolerance, honesty, and courage. Basic characters, each with their own distinct personality, appear and reappear throughout the series, allowing children to get to know them and anticipate how they are likely to act in different situations. Extended learning and activity questions are included to allow parents and teachers to further encourage children to become involved in the concepts presented. As princess Belinda Bean takes the throne as queen and ruler of Beandom, all are happy except for the duke, Mean Ol' Bean, who wants to be king. He lures her into a magic labyrinth from which there is no escape - until L. Joe Bean, one of her subjects, discovers the plot and mounts a rescue attempt. The primary message presented in the story is: Always make room for forgiveness in your heart.
Each picture book in the Lima Bear Stories series delivers messages for children to help them handle everyday situations with siblings and friends, including tolerance, honesty, and courage. Basic characters, each with their own distinct personality, appear and reappear throughout the series, allowing children to get to know them and anticipate how they are likely to act in different situations. Extended learning and activity questions are included to allow parents and teachers to further encourage children to become involved in the concepts presented. As princess Belinda Bean takes the throne as queen and ruler of Beandom, all are happy except for the duke, Mean Ol' Bean, who wants to be king. He lures her into a magic labyrinth from which there is no escape - until L. Joe Bean, one of her subjects, discovers the plot and mounts a rescue attempt. The primary message presented in the story is: Always make room for forgiveness in your heart.
Sunday, January 20, 2013
What to do if an Elephant Stands on Your Foot by Michelle Robinson, illustrated by Peter H Reynolds
From chapters.ca:
Safari etiquette can be tricky. Fortunately, our trusty narrator can help. Sort of. From what to do if an elephant stands on your foot ("Keep calm. Panicking will only startle it!") to how to escape the attentions of a crocodile ("Well? What are you waiting for? Wave your arms around and shout for help!"), our plucky guide leads our unlucky hero on a jungle adventure, barely avoiding tigers, a rhino, snakes, and - uh- oh. What's that? Well thank heavens the monkeys are friendly at least!
Saturday, January 19, 2013
First Girl Scout: The Life of Juliette Gordon Low by Ginger Wadsworth
Just in time for the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts in 2012, a lavishly illustrated account of the fascinating life of the woman who started it all. Juliette (Daisy) Gordon Low was a remarkable woman with ideas that were ahead of her time. She witnessed important eras in U.S. history, from the Civil War and Reconstruction to westward expansion to post-World War I. And she made history by founding the first national organization to bring girls from all backgrounds into the out- of- doors. Daisy created controversy by encouraging them to prepare not only for traditional home- making but also for roles as professional women - in the arts, sciences, and business - and for active citizenship outside the home. Her group also welcomed girls with disabilities at a time when they were usually excluded.
Friday, January 18, 2013
The Last Dragon Slayer by Jasper Fforde
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In the good old days, magic was powerful, unregulated by government, and even the largest spell could be woven without filling in magic release form B1-7G. Then the magic started fading away. Fifteen- year- old Jennifer Strange runs Kazam, an employment agency for soothsayers and sorcerers. But work is drying up. Drain cleaner is cheaper than a spell, and even magic carpets are reduced to pizza delivery. So it's a surprise when the visions start. Not only do they predict the death of the Last Dragon at the hands of a dragonslayer, they also point to Jennifer and say something is coming.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
The Grouchies by Debbie Wagenbach, illustrated by Steve Mack
From chapters.ca:Through engaging rhyme and colourful illustrations, this fun, easy- to- read story shows kids how to chase away their grumpy mood. Children will learn how to recognize and understand the affect negativity can have on others - including their family and friends - and how to change grumpy behavior and what outcomes might just result from positive thinking. A "Note to Parents" is included.
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
From chapters.ca:
Despite the tumour-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.
John Green is also part of the Vlog Brothers project and Crash Course. I highly recommend both his books and his internet projects.
Despite the tumour-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.
John Green is also part of the Vlog Brothers project and Crash Course. I highly recommend both his books and his internet projects.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
I Broke My Trunk by Mo Willems
From chapters.ca:
Gerald tells Piggie the long, crazy story about breaking his trunk. Will Piggie end up with a long, crazy story of her own?
Monday, January 14, 2013
Are you Ready to Play Outside? By Mo Willems
From chapters.ca:
Piggie can't wait to go play in the sunshine. But will a rainy day ruin all the fun?
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Today I Will Fly! By Mo Willems
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Today, I Will Fly! is the funny introduction to the characters. Piggie is determined to fly. But Gerald the elephant knows that's impossible - isn't it?
Saturday, January 12, 2013
I Will Surprise My Friend by Mo Willems
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Gerald and Piggie want to play a game and surprise each other but the biggest surprise is the one they least expect.
Friday, January 11, 2013
I Love My New Toy! By Mo Willems
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In I Love My New Toy!, Piggie can't wait to show Gerald her brand new toy. But will an accidentally broken toy accidentally break a friendship?
Labels:
Easy Reader,
Elephants,
Friendship,
Pigs,
Series,
Special Toy
Thursday, January 10, 2013
I Am Invited to a Party by Mo Willems
From chapters.ca:
Piggie is invited to her first party. She doesn't know what to wear, though, so she asks her best friend Elephant for help. Elephant's advice is odd to say the least, so Piggie will try on all sorts of zany outfits before finally arriving at the party for a hilarious surprise.
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
A Frog in the Bog by Karma Wilson
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There's a frog on the log in the middle of the bog. A small, green frog on a half-sunk log in the middle of the bog....
There's a frog on the log in the middle of the bog. A small, green frog on a half-sunk log in the middle of the bog....
Tuesday, January 08, 2013
Night Flight: Amelia Earhart Crosses the Atlantic by Robert Burleigh, illustrated by Wendell Minor
From chapters.ca:
Amelia Earhart is a legend in the field of aviation, and no accomplishment of hers is more acclaimed than her unparalleled 1932 solo flight across the Atlantic. As only the second person - and the first woman - to achieve such a feat, Amelia Earhart earned a place in the history books, and award- winning author Robert Burleigh has captured every nuance of her remarkable journey in this detailed picture book that is full of action and edge. Readers will be thrilled with the adventure and drama in this nonfiction account - and Wendell Minor’s vivid paintings will make them feel as if they’re along for the ride.
Amelia Earhart is a legend in the field of aviation, and no accomplishment of hers is more acclaimed than her unparalleled 1932 solo flight across the Atlantic. As only the second person - and the first woman - to achieve such a feat, Amelia Earhart earned a place in the history books, and award- winning author Robert Burleigh has captured every nuance of her remarkable journey in this detailed picture book that is full of action and edge. Readers will be thrilled with the adventure and drama in this nonfiction account - and Wendell Minor’s vivid paintings will make them feel as if they’re along for the ride.
Monday, January 07, 2013
Give Me Back my Dad! By Robert Munsch, illustrated by Michael Martchenko
From chapters.ca:
Cheryl and her dad go ice fishing, but it turns out that the fish are pretty smart. They are trying to catch the people right back! In the end, Cheryl and her father bring home something really good . . . and it's not a fish at all!
Sunday, January 06, 2013
Fish Eyes by Lois Ehlert
From chapters.ca:
Now toddlers can dive into counting with this board book edition of one of Lois Ehlert's most popular books. With cutout fish eyes to touch and an energetic fish friend to guide them, they'll have so much fun they wo''t even notice they're learning!
Labels:
123s,
Fish and Other Sea Creatures,
Picture Book,
Read Aloud
Saturday, January 05, 2013
Uh-Oh! I’m Sorry by Jill Ackerman, illustrated by Michelle Berg
From chapters.ca:From time to time, accidents happen and Little Scholastic: Uh- Oh, I'm Sorry introduces young readers to a set of important words to use when they do. With engaging, oversized lift- the- flaps on every spread, children will learn the true meaning of "uh-oh" and "I''m sorry" while also recognizing that simple mistakes can always be fixed.
Friday, January 04, 2013
Baby’s Best Friends by Rachael Hale
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Babies and best cuddly animal friends make an irresistible combination in this new board book from beloved photographer Rachael Hale!
Babies and best cuddly animal friends make an irresistible combination in this new board book from beloved photographer Rachael Hale!
Thursday, January 03, 2013
Mister Doodle C is for City: An Alphabet Book by Orli Zuravicky, illustrated by Giuseppe Castellano
From chapters.ca:
Welcome to Mister Doodle’s world - it’s different as can be. Come along and help explore his world from A to Z. In C Is for City , we meet Mister Doodle - a stick figure who lives somewhere in between the real world and a child’s imagination. He’s smart and sophisticated with a hint of goofiness - a winning combination that allows him to teach the ABC’s while entertaining!
Welcome to Mister Doodle’s world - it’s different as can be. Come along and help explore his world from A to Z. In C Is for City , we meet Mister Doodle - a stick figure who lives somewhere in between the real world and a child’s imagination. He’s smart and sophisticated with a hint of goofiness - a winning combination that allows him to teach the ABC’s while entertaining!
Wednesday, January 02, 2013
Me! Me! Mine by Alan Katz, illustrated by Pascal Lemaitre
From chapters.ca:Rocky Dachshund just won't share! On the playground, he hogs the swings. He never passes the basketball during the game, and in art class he wants all the crayons and the markers! Young readers are sure to giggle as this "me, mine" barker learns the importance of sharing in this humorous first experience story from bestselling author Alan Katz featuring whimsical illustrations by Pascal Lemaitre.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Round is a Mooncake: A Book of Shapes by Roseanne Thong, illustrated by Grace Lin
From chapters.ca:
From round rice bowls to square pizza boxes, a little girl's neighbourhood becomes a discovery ground of shapes in this lyrical picture book. The bright, whimsical art illustrates many Chinese objects, and a short glossary explains their cultural significance.
From round rice bowls to square pizza boxes, a little girl's neighbourhood becomes a discovery ground of shapes in this lyrical picture book. The bright, whimsical art illustrates many Chinese objects, and a short glossary explains their cultural significance.
Labels:
* Recommended,
China,
New Year,
Picture Book,
Shapes
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