Who says dogs can't fly? Meet Zora: a dog with a big dream and an even bigger personality. All Zora wants to do is learn how to fly so she can catch that pesky squirrel in her yard. But try as she might to prove to her friend Tully--a skeptical cat--that dogs truly can fly, … Continue reading THE DOG WHO WANTED TO FLY, by Kathy Stinson, Illustrated by Brandon James Scott, Annick Press
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TRAPPED IN A VIDEO GAME: THE FINAL BOSS, BOOK FIVE, by Dustin Brady, Andrews McMeel Publishing
Kids who love video games will love this fifth and final installment of the 5-book series about 12-year old Jesse Rigsby and the wild adventures he encounters inside different video games. Age Level: 8-12 Grade Level: 3rd and up Jesse and Eric have ten minutes to save the world. In those ten minutes, they’re supposed … Continue reading TRAPPED IN A VIDEO GAME: THE FINAL BOSS, BOOK FIVE, by Dustin Brady, Andrews McMeel Publishing
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FATTY LEGS: A TRUE STORY, by Christy Jordan-Fenton & Margaret Pokiak-Fenton, Illustrated by Liz Amini-Holmes, Annick Press
The moving memoir of an Inuit girl who emerges from a residential school with her spirit intact. Eight-year-old Margaret Pokiak has set her sights on learning to read, even though it means leaving her village in the high Arctic. Faced with unceasing pressure, her father finally agrees to let her make the five-day journey to … Continue reading FATTY LEGS: A TRUE STORY, by Christy Jordan-Fenton & Margaret Pokiak-Fenton, Illustrated by Liz Amini-Holmes, Annick Press
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THE ANCIENT ONE, by T.A. Barron, Puffin Books
LOST CRATER IS LIKE NO OTHER PLACE ON THE PLANET... When Kate travels to Oregon for a quiet week at Aunt Melanie's cottage, her plans are dashed by the discovery of a grove of giant redwood trees in nearby Lost Crater. Caught up in the struggle to help protect the redwood forest from loggers, Kate … Continue reading THE ANCIENT ONE, by T.A. Barron, Puffin Books
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THE WORLD’S BEST JOKES FOR KIDS, VOL 1., EVERY SINGLE ONE ILLUSTRATED, by Swerling & Lazar, Andrews McMeel Publishing
“Do you want to hear a bad cat joke? Just kitten.” Illustrations bring the silliness to a whole new level in this book of jokes kids will adore. Every joke is illustrated! This illustrated book by the New York Times–bestselling creators of the Happiness Is . . . the project will leave your family in … Continue reading THE WORLD’S BEST JOKES FOR KIDS, VOL 1., EVERY SINGLE ONE ILLUSTRATED, by Swerling & Lazar, Andrews McMeel Publishing
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THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD AND ME, by Toni Yuly, Candlewick Press
A bold, joyful picture book for the very young shows that the natural world is full of wonders -- and each of us is a small part of that. Like a flower in a field . . . Like a cloud in the sky . . . So am I. Just as a pebble is … Continue reading THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD AND ME, by Toni Yuly, Candlewick Press
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THE SUPERPOWER FIELD GUIDE: BEAVERS, by Rachel Poliquin & Nicholas John Frith (illus), Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Company/HMH Books for Young Readers
Beavers, the first book in the new middle-grade nonfiction Superhero Field Guide series by Rachel Poliquin and award-winning illustrator Nicholas John Frith, is a delightfully informative, laugh-out-loud full-color look at the most unsuspecting of animal heroes, perfect for readers who like their facts served with a large dose of humor. Meet Elmer, an ordinary beaver. … Continue reading THE SUPERPOWER FIELD GUIDE: BEAVERS, by Rachel Poliquin & Nicholas John Frith (illus), Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Company/HMH Books for Young Readers
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THOMAS’ SNOWSUIT, by Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko, Annick Press
Thomas refuses to wear his new snowsuit despite the pleas of his mother, his teacher, and even his principal. Out June 1, 1995 24 pages approx. MY THOUGHTS: I received this book in exchange for my honest review. This is the only Robert Munsch book that I've heard on a CD but have never had … Continue reading THOMAS’ SNOWSUIT, by Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko, Annick Press
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CLARIS THE CHICEST MOUSE IN PARIS, by Megan Hess, Hardie Grant Egmont
An infectious rhyming tale about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from international fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris follows an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap – only to find a mean little girl with … Continue reading CLARIS THE CHICEST MOUSE IN PARIS, by Megan Hess, Hardie Grant Egmont
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MARY POPPINS, by P.L. Travers and Genevieve Godbout (illustrated), Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Based on the original 1934 novel by P. L. Travers with beautiful illustrations by Genevieve Godbout, this collectable picture book is sure to become a favorite of Mary Poppins fans old and new. When the East Wind blows Mary Poppins over Cherry Tree Lane and into the lives of the Banks children, nothing is ever … Continue reading MARY POPPINS, by P.L. Travers and Genevieve Godbout (illustrated), Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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