Saturday, October 22, 2011

Fashion Kitty and the Unlikely Hero by Charise Mericle Harper

From chapters.ca:
Fashion Kitty is experiencing a bit of a slump. Lately, there haven't been as many fashion emergencies to solve. But when the principal of her school makes a new rule that everyone has to wear boring school uniforms, Fashion Kitty can finally be able to put her fashion talents to use. But what if some kitties don't want her help? And who is the bad kitty who has been leaving gum under the principal's chair? Fashion Kitty learns that it can be the unlikeliest of kitties who can teach the most important fashion lessons.

Friday, October 21, 2011

Cooking Rocks! Rachael Ray 30-Minute Meals for Kids

From chapters.ca:
Kids rock! says Ray, and it seems the feeling is mutual. Young people number among her biggest fans. For them she has created a fabulous collection of age- specific recipes with a high cool factor.

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Spot the Plot: A Riddle Book of Book Riddles by J Patrick Lewis, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger

From chapters.ca:
Thirteen witty and wacky poems pose riddles that challenge readers to Name That Book. With a glass slipper here and a spider web there, Munsinger's adorable illustrations lead young readers to the solutions.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

The Story of Hanukkah Howie by Jan Dalrymple, illustrated by Bob Dalrymple

Hannah wants to show off her new baby, Howie, at the winter parties but she has a problem. His hair sticks out in spikes and a new one is appearing every day! No matter what she does, the spikes won't go down on Howie's head. It turns out, however, the Howie's spiky hair may be more significant than his parents think.

Hot Rod Hamster by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Derek Anderson

From chapters.ca:
Old car, new car, shiny painted blue car, rust car, clean car, itty- bitty green car. Which would you choose? Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and New York Times bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson put the pedal to the metal in this endearing, rhythmic, rip- roaring race to the finish line where a hamster creates a sizzling hot rod with a little help from his new furry friends - a junkyard dealer dog and his mice assistants - and YOU!

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

One Beetle Too Many: The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles Darwin by Kathryn Lasky, illustrated by Matthew Trueman

From chapters.ca:
A lively text and captivating images tell the story of the ever- curious boy who grew up to make one of the most significant discoveries of our time. From the time Charles Darwin was a boy, he was happiest when he was out alone collecting specimens (especially beetles). And despite his father's efforts to turn young Darwin - a poor student - into a doctor or clergyman, the born naturalist jumped, instead, at the chance to sail around South America, observing and collecting flora and fauna all the way. In a clear, engaging narration, Kathryn Lasky takes readers along on Darwin's journey, from his discovery of seashells on mountaintops that revealed geological changes to his observations of variations in plants and animals, suggesting that all living things are evolving over time. Matthew Trueman's striking mixed- media illustrations include actual objects found in nature, enhancing this compelling look at the man behind the bold theory that would change the way we think about the world - and ourselves.

Monday, October 17, 2011

Squeak's Good Idea by Max Eilenberg, illustrated by Patrick Benson

From chapters.ca:
Squeak has a good idea - he's going outside. But to be on the safe side, he'll need just a few things - like mittens, a jacket, a scarf, a hat, a raincoat, warm pants, extra socks, and an umbrella. Will Squeak ever be ready to go out? This encouraging story about venturing out on one's own is gently told by author Max Eilenberg, with delightful illustrations by Patrick Benson.

Sunday, October 16, 2011

The Book of Awesome by Neil Pasricha

From chapters.ca:
Based on the award- winning blog 1000awesomethings.com, The Book of Awesome is a high five for humanity and a big celebration of life's little moments and the underappreciated, simple things that make us happy, from popping bubble wrap to hitting a bunch of green lights in a row, to waking up thinking it's Monday and realizing it's Saturday. With wise, witty observations from writer Neil Pasricha, this treasure trove is filled with smile- inducing musings that make readers feel like kids looking at the world for the first time: AWESOME!

The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan

From chapters.ca:
Demigod Percy Jackson, still with no memory, and his new friends from Camp Jupiter, Hazel and Frank, go on a quest to free Death, but their bigger task is to unite the Greek and Roman camps so that the Prophecy of Seven can be fulfilled.

Roller Coaster by Marla Frazee

From chapters.ca:
Clickity, clackity. Clickity, clackity. The roller coaster car is going up, up, up to the highest spot. And at least one of the people in the car has never ridden on a roller coaster before... ever. Wheeeeeeee! Get ready to experience the thrill of riding a coaster for the very first time in this vibrant new adventure from acclaimed picture book creator Marla Frazee.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Sophie Peterman Tells the Truth! by Sarah Weeks, illustrated by Robert Neubecker

From chapters.ca:
Sophie Peterman is here to tell you the truth about babies. Babies are not sweet. Babies are not precious. Babies are not cute. Babies are... What, you thought she'd just give it away? Well, here's a hint: It's not pretty!

Friday, October 14, 2011

My Dog May Be a Genius by Jack Prelutsky, illustrated by James Stevenson

From chapters.ca:
Have you ever encountered an underwater marching band, a pig in a bathing suit, a pet orangutan, or a witch in a hardware store? Have you ever sat with a skunk in a courtroom, shopped for a dinosaur, or conversed with a Bupple, a Wosstrus, a Violinnet, or a Celloon? You will have, once you've read this exuberant collaboration from Jack Prelutsky and his "partner in crime" - James Stevenson. The "reigning czars of silliness" - have once again teamed up to bring readers an irresistible collection of poems that will have tongues twisting, imaginations soaring, and sides aching with laughter. The result is genius, indeed.

Thursday, October 13, 2011

The Beatles: Yellow Submarine

From chapters.ca:
A whole new generation will be climbing aboard this sunny, psychedelic
storybook, while nostalgic Beatles fans of all ages will be clamoring for a ticket to ride. Once upon a time (or maybe twice), some 80,000 leagues beneath the sea, there lay a colourful land of song and laughter called Pepperland, where Sergeant Pepper's Band was always playing your song - until the Blue Meanies burst on the scene and chased all the music and magic away. So began the classic 1968 film Yellow Submarine, inspired by a song and hailed as an avant- garde amalgam of pop art, Beatles music, and highly innovative animation. Now that film's dazzling images - and its lighthearted, witty tale - is showcased in a glorious picture book sure to be savored by fans and readers of all ages.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Color Farm by Lois Ehlert

From chapters.ca:
On this farm you can view animal ears and whiskers too. Lots of animals to be found, shapes and colours all around. Look at beaks and snouts with me. Make some more for us to see

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

A Mighty Fine Time Machine by Suzanne Bloom

From chapters.ca:
Sometimes a box is not an ordinary box. In this instance, an aardvark named Grant, an armadillo named Antoine, and an anteater named Samantha see its potential for something magnificent: a time machine.

Monday, October 10, 2011

New Baby Train by Woody Guthrie, illustrated by Marla Frazee

From chapters.ca:
The beloved song by the legendary folk singer is adapted to this picture book that provides an imaginative answer to the oft- asked question of "Where do babies come from?" The singsong story is accompanied by vintage illustrations.

Sunday, October 09, 2011

Saturday, October 08, 2011

My Friend, The Starfinder by George Ella Lyon, illustrated by Stephen Gammell

From chapters.ca:
Dazzled, a little girl listens to her old neighbor's story of following a falling star when he was a boy. He found it, too. He put it in her hands. But that's not all the starfinder has to tell. One day something found him. It's a story too good to keep. See for yourself.

Friday, October 07, 2011

Fidgety Fish by Ruth Galloway

From chapters.ca:
Tiddler is a very fidgety fish. So much so, that when his mother has had enough, she sends him out exploring, reminding him to be careful of "the Big Fish". He comes across several sea creatures before his curiosity gets the better of him and he enters a big, dark cave. When Tiddler hears a loud snap, and everything suddenly goes dark, he realizes he is in the belly of "the Big Fish"! Now more fidgety than ever, Tiddler jumps and bumps, tumbles and turns inside the belly of the fish, causing more than a bit of a disturbance until - "BURP! The big fish has had enough of Tiddler.

Thursday, October 06, 2011

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Weird Jr. Edition by David Borgenicht and Justin Heimberg, illustrated by Chuck Gonzales

From amazon.ca:
Vampires, zombies, aliens, mummies, dragons. Yes, even the weird, unexplained, and other- worldly need to be survived! The authors of the best- selling Worst- Case Scenario series are back with a hilarious (and helpful!) handbook that's a blast through space, time, history, and the imagination. Find out how to survive a Mars landing, fight a werewolf, deal with a Bigfoot sighting, outwit a leprechaun, prepare for time travel, and more. Peppered with historical and scientific facts, this book will amaze, amuse, and delight. Kids will get the scoop on how to handle the weirdest situations Worst- Case Scenario style!

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Middle School by David Borgenicht, Ben H. Winters, and Robin Epstein, illustrated by Chuck Gonzales

Learn how to survive anything that could possibly go wrong in middle school with this hilarious guide from the Worst- Case Scenario Handbook Jr series.

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

Come to the Fairies' Ball by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Gary Lippincott

From chapters.ca:
All the fairies are excited to be invited to the King's Ball, except for one young fairy whose only party dress is in tatters.

Monday, October 03, 2011

Lots of Spots by Lois Ehlert

From chapters.ca:
Caldecott Honor artist Lois Ehlert invokes birds and beasts from all walks of the animal kingdom in this collection of fun, clever, and witty poems. Beautifully illustrated in Lois's signature bold and bright collage style, this exploration of camouflage and adornment will both illuminate and delight.

Sunday, October 02, 2011

The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple, illustrated by Rebecca Guay

From chapters.ca:
Readers are drawn into the fascinating world of dance with this beautifully illustrated anthology of tales from some of the world's most famous ballets, including "Swan Lake, The Nutcracker," and "Sleeping Beauty."

Saturday, October 01, 2011

The Very Fairy Princess by Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, illustrated by Christine Davenier

From chapters.ca:
While her friends and family may not believe in fairies, Geraldine knows, deep down, that she is a VERY fairy princess. From morning to night, Gerry does everything that fairy princesses do: she dresses in her royal attire, practices her flying skills, and she is always on the lookout for problems to solve. But it isn't all twirls and tiaras - as every fairy princess knows, dirty fingernails and scabby knees are just the price you pay for a perfect day!
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