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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. While traveling to the South Pole, penguins Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet make clever use of toothpicks to climb an ice floe and escape a killer whale. About the Series Each Chirp TV tie-in book is based on an episode of the new Kids' CBC television show and invites readers into a world of adventure where Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet work together to solve problems, using everyday objects and their limitless imaginations. AGES: 3-7 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. When race car drivers Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet lose control of their car and drive off a cliff, they use a parachute to float to safety-and get back in the race. About the Series Each Chirp TV tie-in book is based on an episode of the new Kids' CBC television show and invites readers into a world of adventure where Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet work together to solve problems, using everyday objects and their limitless imaginations. AGES: 3-7 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. While Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet are searching for the world's biggest waterfall, their boat springs a leak, and they use a cork to plug the hole. About the Series Each Chirp TV tie-in book is based on an episode of the new Kids' CBC television show and invites readers into a world of adventure where Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet work together to solve problems, using everyday objects and their limitless imaginations. AGES: 3-7 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Attacked by a dragon-like creature, Chirp,Squawk, and Tweet use rubber bands to fix their catapult and tie up the beast. About the Series Each Chirp TV tie-in book is based on an episode of the new Kids' CBC television show and invites readers into a world of adventure where Chirp, Squawk, and Tweet work together to solve problems, using everyday objects and their limitless imaginations. AGES: 3-7 Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Barron, Ashley (illustrator). Paperback. A new paperback edition of a primary classroom favourite. As young readers journey into the natural world, they will discover that numbers, patterns, shapes - and much more! - can be found in everyday plants and animals. What if animals and plants knew math, just like us? Would snowflakes all fall from the same height in the sky? Would otters spread themselves evenly across lakes? Would groundhogs be aware of the date? In Sizing Up Winter, the third title in the Math in Nature series, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of time and measurement. AGES: 5 to 7 AUTHOR: Lizann Flatt has written many information books for children, including the Math in Nature series. A former editor of chickaDEE Magazine, her children's writing has won many honors, including a Distinguished Achievement Award from The Association of Educational Publishers. She lives in Muskoka, Ontario. Nature comes to life in this picture book exploration of math concepts time and measurement featuring winter animals in cut paper collage. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Barron, Ashley (illustrator). Paperback. A paperback reissue of a bestselling title. In Shaping Up Summer, the fourth and final title in the Math in Nature series, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of geometry, symmetry, and spatial sense. As young readers journey into the natural world, they will discover that numbers, patterns, shapes - and much more! - can be found in everyday plants and animals. What if animals and plants knew math, just like us? Would spiders draw pictures in their webs? Would narwhals sort blocks of ice by shape? Would insects know what's above and what's below? In Shaping Up Summer, the final title in the Math in Nature series, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of geometry, symmetry, and spatial sense. This interactive, poetic, and artful picture book series is an enticing way to introduce math to kids - they will laugh, use their imaginations, and learn through activities inspired by the books. AGES: 5 to 7 AUTHOR: Lizann Flatt has written many information books for children, including the Math in Nature series. A former editor of chickaDEE Magazine, her children's writing has won many honors, including a Distinguished Achievement Award from The Association of Educational Publishers. She lives in Muskoka, Ontario. In the final title of the Math in Nature series, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of geometry, symmetry, and spatial sense. As young readers journey into the natural world, they will discover that numbers, patterns, and shapes are found in everyday plants and animals. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. Playful pandas illustrate opposites in this delightful board book. Pandas are black and white, but that's only the beginning of this adorable book of opposites! Whether climbing up a tree or resting down in the grass, awake or asleep, near or far, with mouths open or closed, and with their fur dirty or clean, these contrasting pairs of pandas will steal your heart in this one-of-a-kind board book. Stunning colour photography by award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas shows pandas in their natural habitat at three different panda nature reserves and research centers in China. Designed with simple black and white elements and with one set of opposites per spread, this is a sweet and accessible book for the earliest readers that pairs cute animal content with early learning concepts. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Suzi Eszterhas is an award-winning wildlife photographer who is passionate about conservation and connecting children with nature. Her photographs have been published in over 100 magazine cover and feature stories in publications around the world, including National Geographic Kids, Ranger Rick, and TIME. She also has a successful print shop of nursery art. When not in the field, she lives in Petaluma, California. SELLING POINTS: . New from award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas, author of Moto and Me, the Baby Animals series, and the Wildlife Rescue series . Introduces the concept of opposites . Board book format is ideal for the youngest readers Playful pandas illustrate opposites in this delightful board book Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Niemann, Christoph (illustrator). Paperback. Once upon a time there was a Prussian King, Frederick, also known as Fritz, who saw potential in the lowly potato - a newly introduced crop from South America - and decided to plant it for his people. However, it quickly became clear that his subjects didn't like being told what to eat. Determined to see the potato thrive, Fritz cleverly used reverse psychology to pique his people's curiosity and make the crop popular, and the potato has flourished ever since. Potato-stamp illustrations throughout are simple and effective, exhibiting Niemann's trademark wit and playfulness. The book includes a short informational note on the historical background to the story. Readers will be interested to discover how one of today's most common foods likely rose to popularity and may also be inspired by the king's creative problem solving. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Chrstoph Niemann writes and illustrates the popular Abstract Sunday feature in the New York Times Magazine (previously known as Abstract City and featured on the New York Times blog). He lives in Berlin, Germany with his wife, Lisa. First published in North America in 2015 by Owlkids Books Inc. Originally published as Der Kartoffelkeonig in 2013 by Verlagshaus Jacoby & Stuart. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Bisaillon, Josée (illustrator). Paperback. A sweet STEM introduction to the concept of seasons and animal adaptation. Lily, a young snowshoe hare, is surprised to notice the leaves changing colour in her forest home. She hears from the other animals that "Winter's coming," but who - or what - is Winter? As Lily learns the ways in which her forest friends prepare for winter's arrival, she becomes more and more worried about what she should be doing. Finally, the brown bear points out that Lily has been preparing without even knowing it: her fur is thickening and turning white to help her camouflage in the changing weather. Complemented by illustrations in a mix of collage, drawing, and digital montage, this story introduces the many ways in which different animals adapt to survive winter. AGES: 5 to 8 AUTHOR: Jan Thornhill's science, nature, and animal-based books have received multiple honors, including the Vicky Metcalf award for her body of work. Jan lives in Peterborough County, Ontario, where she spends her spare time looking for weird fungi in the woods with her dog, Ruby. Josee Bisaillon obtained a bachelor's degree in graphic design and illustrates books using a mix of collage, drawing and digital montage. She has illustrated more than twenty picture books, two of which were nominated for a Governor General's Award for children's book illustration. She lives near Montreal, Quebec with her husband and children. A sweet STEM introduction to the concept of seasons and animal adaptation Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Stewart, Todd (illustrator). Paperback. Look around you and discover nature's incredible patterns Branching, spiraling, spinning - you can find patterns almost anywhere in nature, if you look for them. This book is a starting point that introduces kids to some major patterns in the natural world. Just as the branches of a tree spread upwards into the sky, roots branch deep into the ground. Branches also spread through our bodies, inside our lungs and veins. Storms and snail shells spiral; electrons and galaxies spin. With brief text and full-spread illustrations, this book is designed to inspire kids to observe, discover, and explore hidden structures and shapes in the natural world around them. Why are things the way they are? This question, key to scientific inquiry, runs throughout the text. Artwork in multilayered screen prints shows how the natural world is inherently beautiful, from the curve of your ear to the spiraling arms of our galaxy. Kids will come away with new STEM knowledge and a deeper understanding that we are all connected to nature and part of its patterns. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Patchen Barss has written, edited and produced stories about science, research and culture for more than 20 years. His writing has appeared in Nautilus Magazine, Scientific American, the Globe and Mail, National Post, and Toronto Star. He has been a producer at CBC Television and the Discovery Channel, and has a longstanding fascination with patterns and nature. He lives with his family in Toronto, Ontario. Todd Stewart trained as a landscape architect and urban planner but now works as an illustrator. Originally from Saskatchewan, he now lives in Montreal, Quebec, and runs a small-scale print studio. He is the author and illustrator of The Wind and the Trees and the illustrator of See You Next Year. SELLING POINTS: . Excellent STEM pick with links to math, space, weather patterns, the human body, and more . Encourages kids to observe and inquire about the world around them . Author's note provides further detail about patterns in nature and the human body Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Holmes, Denise (illustrator). Paperback. A relatable story about the challenge of learning to spell your name. Meet Phoebe. Unfortunately, her name doesn't look quite like it sounds! At school, her classmates practice writing their names, but Phoebe struggles. Her teacher tells her to "just sound it out." Phoebe doubts herself and procrastinates before resolving to try. Readers are privy to her funny, endearing interior monologue and little-kid rationale as she writes the result: FEEBY. Told in a relatable, introspective voice, this school story conveys the feelings and worries of a five-year-old and supports learning about sounds and letters. Readers will see from Phoebe's fellow kindergartners' attempts that everyone makes mistakes, and that we can take pride in effort and not just perfection. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Julie Zwillich is best known as a television personality, writing and hosting shows on Food Network Canada, CBC and TVOKids. She is also an actor, voiceover artist and producer. The author of the Phoebe series, Julie lives in Central Oregon with her husband and twins. Julie is a dual citizen of the US and Canada. Denise Holmes is an illustrator who lives in Chicago, Illinois with her husband and daughter. Her days are spent drawing in her studio and her nights are filled with cooking, exploring the neighbourhood and reading many books to her daughter before bed. SELLING POINTS: . A sweet school story about the common experience of learning to read and write, now in paperback . Validates effort and emphasizes that it's okay to make mistakes . Set in a diverse classroom featuring kids of different ethnicities and abilities A relatable story about the challenge of learning to spell your name Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Smith, Kim (illustrator). Paperback. Take a tour of 13 countries in this introduction to cultures around the world. Join a young boy as he hops around the globe, visiting friends in 13 different countries spanning all 6 populated continents. Along the way, each friend introduces us to their country's environment and customs, and shares interesting facts about their country's culture, language, food, geography, wildlife, landmarks and more. Each country has a dedicated spread with a small map that shows geography and landmarks, letting readers imagine they are traveling, too. The format makes it easy to spot similarities and differences between countries. This informational picture book brings engaging nonfiction content to younger readers by showing them how other children live around the world. Playful illustrations done with stylised realism lend warmth and whimsy to the book, making each locale feel welcoming. A Ticket Around the World will leave young readers feeling like they've toured the globe without ever having left home. AGES: 5 to 8 AUTHORS: Natalia Diaz is the former acting editor of Chickadee magazine. This is her first published book. She is based in Toronto, Ontario. Melissa Owens is the editor of OWL magazine. This is her first published book. She is based in Toronto, Ontario. Kim Smith graduated from the Alberta College of Art and Design and works as an illustrator in Calgary, Alberta. SELLING POINTS: . New edition of a bestselling favorite, updated and re-released in 2022 . Text and illustrations updated after a full review for diversity, equity, and inclusion standards . Children from each featured country speak about their culture, language, customs, food, landmarks, and more . Celebrates the diversity of our world . Informational text features include maps (of the world, and of each featured country), icons, and labels . Includes a brief quiz about the countries visited Countries visited: Costa Rica India Morocco Greece Canada Brazil France Botswana China Philippines Australia United States Jordan Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Lafrance, Marie (illustrator). Paperback. A fictional glimpse into famous jazz musician Oscar Peterson's youth. Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. When childhood tuberculosis weakened his lungs, Oscar could no longer play his beloved instrument. He took up piano and the rest is history: Oscar went on to become an international jazz piano sensation. Oscar Lives Next Door, now available in paperback, is a fictional story inspired by these facts. The book imagines a next-door neighbour for Oscar named Millie, who gets into mischief with him but also appreciates his talents: Oscar hears music in everything, and Millie calls him a magician for the way he can coax melodies from his trumpet. Millie writes to Oscar during his long stay in the hospital for tuberculosis, and she encourages his earliest notes on the piano. Set in Oscar's true childhood neighbourhood of St-Henri-now known as Little Burgundy-the book provides a wonderful sense of this 1930s neighbourhood where much of Montreal's Black working class population lived. Detailed digital illustrations make the community's culture and music almost tangible. The book concludes with a page of informational text about the author's own connection to Little Burgundy and a short biography of the jazz legend. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Bonnie Farmer is an elementary school teacher, a children's author, and a playwright living in Montreal, Quebec. Bonnie spent a part of her early childhood in Little Burgundy, the same neighbourhood where Oscar Peterson grew up. She remembers its sights and sounds vividly and gets pangs of nostalgia each time she revisits familiar streets. Marie Lafrance is an award-winning illustrator who has been drawing most of her life. Her illustrations appear in magazines, posters, newspapers, billboards, board games, picture books and her own personal favorite, boxes of jelly powder. Marie has evolved her craft from painting with brushes to creating her wonderful illustrations digitally. She lives in Montreal, Quebec. SELLING POINTS: . Inspired by true events from renowned jazz musician Oscar Peterson's childhood . Rich depiction of culture and atmosphere in 1930s Montreal St-Henri neighbourhood . A piece of Black Canadian history, newly available in paperback Inspiring message of perseverance "Long before Oscar Peterson became a virtuoso jazz pianist, he was a boy who loved to play the trumpet. When a bout of childhood tuberculosis weakened his lungs, Oscar could no longer play his beloved instrument. He took up piano and the rest is history: Oscar went on to become an international jazz piano sensation."--Provided by publisher. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Barron, Ashley (illustrator). Paperback. As young readers journey into the natural world, they will discover that numbers, patterns, shapes - and much more! - can be found by observing everyday plants and animals. What if animals and plants knew math, just like you? Would leaves fall in patterns? Would whales enter a race? In Counting on Fall, the first title in the Math in Nature series by award-winning author Lizann Flatt, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of number sense and numeration. The engaging "What if?" format of this informational picture book is sure to delight five- to seven-year-olds. Ages 5-7 AUTHOR: Lizann Flatt has written many information books for children, including The Nature Treasury and Let's Go! A former editor of chickaDEE Magazine, her children's writing has won many honors, including a Distinguished Achievement Award from The Association of Educational Publishers. She lives in Muskoka, Ontario. Ashley Barron is a Toronto-based illustrator who specializes in cut-paper collage. Her award-winning illustrations have appeared in a variety of magazines, children's publications, websites, posters, animations, and set designs. She has a deep appreciation for nature and finds inspiration in the vast Boreal Forest. Each of the four books in the Math in Nature series will cover one season of the year and one area of the math curriculum. Colorful, cut-paper collage art uniquely evokes the natural world, while two levels of text - one a lyrical story, the other asking children to problem-solve - bring the reader to a full understanding of the math concept being covered. In Counting on Fall, the first title in the Math in Nature series by award-winning author Lizann Flatt, nature comes to life to help children grasp concepts of number sense and numeration. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. From Blue Spruce Awardwinning author-illustrator Dave Whamond comes the story of Oddrey, a young girl who is a little bit different from everybody else. Every aspect of Oddrey's world is a study in playful curiosity. Her adventures and flights of fancy, however, are often a source of some teasing at the hands of her classmates. Her technicolor snow sculpture has the rest of the playground gaping in disbelief. Her drawing of blue apples is met with a stern look from her teacher. But Oddrey, never one to let anything get her down, faces all of these discouragements with optimism and offhanded grace. So when her class production of The Wizard of Oz is cast and Oddrey is given the rather spiritless role of a tree, she decides to make the best of the situation and vows to be the most unique tree ever. Sadly, her teacher has other ideas, and Oddrey dons an uninspired costume and sways in the back row. But when her classmates start forgetting their lines, knocking down props, and suffering from stage fright, Oddrey steps in to save the show ? not by stealing it, but by helping her classmates rise to the occasion, much to their relief and delight. Full of witty, energetic, and vivid illustrations sure to resonate with young readers, Oddrey is an endearing story with a timeless message of how the misfits in our midst can be the ones we most often misjudge. Ages 4-7 AUTHOR: Dave Whammond is the award-winning author of My Think-a-ma-Jink and the Oddrey series, and a regular contributor to chickaDEE and OWL magazines. He also has a syndicated cartoon strip called "Reality Check," which appears daily in a number of North American newspapers. He lives in Calgary. From Blue Spruce Award-winning author-illustrator Dave Whamond comes the story of Oddrey, a young girl who is a little bit different from everybody else. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. An endearing read-aloud that compares babies to other newborn animals. Pairing creative rhyming similes with cut-paper collage art, Love You Head to Toe is an adorable book that compares newborn babies to baby animals on every page. Bright, playful illustrations show a different baby and a different species of animal, both engaged in similar behaviour: babies stretch their limbs like sea stars, splash in the water like ducklings, toddle around like bear cubs, and fill their chubby cheeks like chipmunks. Action verbs on each page give the book energy and movement and reflect the varied activities of a baby's day, with key elements like mealtime, bath time, and bedtime in chronological order. Babies and caregivers of a wide range of ethnicities are represented in this heartwarming read-aloud designed to show little ones how much they are cherished and loved. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Ashley Barron studied illustration at the Ontario College of Art & Design. She has since illustrated a number of books with Owlkids, including Up!, Kyle Goes Alone, and the Math in Nature series, and Kids Can Press. Ashley shares a studio with her partner and two cats in Toronto, Ontario . She lives in Toronto, Ontario. SELLING POINTS: . Authorial debut by award-winning illustrator Ashley Barron . Features a comparison to a different newborn animal on each page . Sequence of the story follows the course of a day An endearing read-aloud that compares babies to other newborn animals Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Board Book. Meet baby animals from around the world! Baby animals aren't just cute - they get up to lots of interesting activities, too! In this adorable board book, readers will meet babies climbing, babies dining, babies cruising, babies grooving, babies with their families, and more. Stunning photographs from award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas showcase the lives of baby animals and their families in the wild and are paired with simple, rhyming text, giving young readers a chance to learn about new animals while giggling along with the babies' antics. Great for animal lovers, this is a playful, accessible introduction to wild animals from around the world. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Suzi Eszterhas is an award-winning wildlife photographer who is passionate about conservation and connecting children with nature. Her photographs have been published in over 100 magazine cover and feature stories in publications around the world, including National Geographic Kids, Ranger Rick, and TIME. When not in the field, she lives in Petaluma, California. "Baby animals aren't just cute--they get up to lots of interesting activities, too! In this adorable board book, readers will meet babies climbing, babies dining, babies cruising, babies grooving, babies with their families, and more"-- Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Boake, Kathy (illustrator). Paperback. Ever wondered what zoo animals eat? Feeding time is one of the most popular events at zoos. It also prompts a smorgasbord of questions: what do different animals eat? How much food do they need to stay healthy? Where do zookeepers get all that chow? And what constitutes a special treat? New in paperback, Worms for Breakfast answers all these questions and more in a cookbook-style primer packed with facts from experts at zoos and aquariums. Covering everything from regular animal nutrition to feeding babies to mimicking how animals hunt and eat in the wild, this book explores the eating habits of carnivores, omnivores, herbivores, and insectivores. Inside, you'll also find real-life recipes from zoos around the world for meals like eucalyptus-leaf pesto, kelp tank goulash, and mealworm mush. Beware! You probably don't want to eat any of it yourself. Written in a plucky, conversational tone with delightfully wacky illustrations, a glossary, and tips for zoo animal care, this book is bound to appeal to picky readers. AGES: 7 to 10 AUTHOR: Helaine Becker is an award-winning writer of books for children. She has written over 80 books, including Sloth at the Zoom and the best-selling picture book A Porcupine in a Pine Tree. Helaine lives in Toronto, Ontario. Kathy Boake is an illustrator and fine artist. Her work has appeared in many publications, such as InStyle, Seventeen, Vancouver, Toronto Life, Outside, Chirp, Chickadee, and OWL magazines. She has won numerous awards from the Art Directors Club of Canada, the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada, and the Western and National Magazine Awards Foundations. She has also illustrated several books. Kathy lives in White Rock, British Columbia. SELLING POINTS: . From award-winning author Helaine Becker . An innovative new way to explore the zoo, now in paperback . Packed with facts from real zoos, aquariums, and experts across North America Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Klassen, Karen (illustrator). Board Book. A whimsical celebration of baby's first year, now available in board book format. A baby's first year is full of memorable milestones. Learning to crawl, taking first steps, tasting new foods, and forming first words are all exciting achievements. You Are One looks back on each of these universal moments and more, inviting little ones and their parents to celebrate how much they have grown and discovered in just one year, from playing peekaboo to first teeth. Narrated in the second person, You Are One is a charming read-aloud that addresses the baby directly. Supersaturated ink-and-wash illustrations play with pattern and perspective and lend a hip, artistic feel to the book. The diverse babies pictured come to life on the page through the realism of the art, and add to the text's warmth, sweetness and broad appeal. The first in a three-book series, You Are One is designed as a whimsical gift for new parents who will enjoy reflecting on their baby's first year and expressing how much their little one is loved. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Sara O'Leary is a writer for both children and adults. Her picture books include Owls Are Good at Keeping Secrets: An Unusual Alphabet, A Family is a Family is a Family, and This is Sadie. Karen Klassen is an award-winning freelance illustrator and painter, specialising in fashion, lifestyle, and portrait illustration. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. Now available in a board edition, this charming book looks back on the milestone moments of a baby's first year. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Cathon (illustrator). Board Book. A rhyming read-aloud perfect for bath and bedtime. Chuck loves everything about his firetruck. He plays with it nonstop: in the sandbox, the yard, and the mud. But after bath time, once Chuck is squeaky clean, his fire truck is nowhere to be seen! Dumbstruck, Chuck hunts all over the house. Where is his truck?! Was it sucked up into the vacuum, now stuck? Finally, Chuck and his truck are reunited, just in time for bed. Told not in verse but with plenty of fun rhyme and repetition, this story's bright, cartoon-like art conveys Chuck's full range of emotions. With humor and warmth, this new board book captures a child's joy for their favorite toy. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Annika Dunklee is the award-winning author of many books, including A Fire Truck for Chuck. She currently resides in Toronto, Ontario with her family. Cathon is an artist and creator of children's books and comics, including the Poppy and Sam series. She studied visual arts and media at the Universite du Quebec a Montreal, and is the illustrator of A Fire Truck for Chuck in addition to several books in French. Cathon lives in Montreal, Quebec. SELLING POINTS: . Newly available in board book format . Text is full of playful rhyme and repetition . Relatable to kids who are inseparable from a beloved toy . Bright, expressive art conveys emotion on every page Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In a new paperback edition of her third adventure, Oddrey lets her unique spirit shine on the school soccer team. Oddrey has always been the kind of girl who marches to the beat of her own drum, first in her school's production of The Wizard of Oz and later when she pulls some impressive antics to rescue Maybelline, the new girl at school, from the monkey enclosure at the zoo. Now Oddrey's back for a third adventure, this time bringing her exuberant spirit to the soccer field. Maybelline encourages Oddrey to join the school team, the Piccadilla Bees, and it's not long until theirbig game against the Quagville Crushers. The Bees struggle to find their stride, but Oddrey is convinced she has a solution. True to form, she thinks that if her teammates bring their own individual talents dancing, karate-kicking, and cartwheeling to bear on the problem, they may just have a shot at winning! And at least they'll have fun trying. AGES: 4 to 7 AUTHOR: Dave Whamond is the award-winning author of My Think-a-ma-Jink and the Oddrey series and a regular contributor to chickaDEE and OWL magazines. He also has a syndicated cartoon strip called "Reality Check," which appears daily in a number of North American newspapers. He lives in Calgary, Alberta. In her third adventure, Oddrey lets her unique spirit shine on the school soccer team. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Diemert, Katherine (illustrator). Paperback. The story of planet Earth's evolution, from 4.5 billion years ago to today. It has taken billions of years for Earth to become the planet it is today. When Planet Earth Was New looks back to the very beginning, using a poetic approach grounded in scientific fact to give an overview of how the planet has changed over time: from hot lava to the formation of oceans to the evolution of living things in water and on land. The book also includes the relatively recent evolution of humans-who are just a tiny speck in the sweep of Earth's history. Now available in paperback, this broad look at the Earth is designed to inspire awe and inquiry. With STEM connections to biology, geology, evolution, and more, it is a springboard for discovery, discussion, and research. A striking design with full-spread, digitally enhanced watercolour art gives the book a rich, atmospheric feel. Back matter includes informational notes about each spread, as well as sources, an author's note, and a glossary. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: James Gladstone is an award-winning author of picture books for children, including When Planet Earth Was New, Earthrise, and Journey Around the Sun. James lives in Toronto, Ontario. Katherine Diemert lives with her grumpy cat in Toronto, Ontario. A graduate of Sheridan College's Bachelor of Illustration program, she creates images for editorial and interactive media. She uses a combination of analogue and digital tools to create her work, which has been included in several shows and garnered awards. She especially loved drawing the weird and wonderful creatures in this book. When Planet Earth Was New was Katherine's first picture book. SELLING POINTS: . New in paperback format . STEM connections to biology, geology, and evolution . Stunning full-spread illustrations evoke the various stages of planet Earth's development over billions of years Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Piechota, Jenna (illustrator). Paperback. A fun and factual exploration of how animals stay cool in hot weather Do koalas run through sprinklers? Do ants sit in front of air conditioners? No! But in ultra-hot weather, animals and humans alike have adopted creative ways to beat the heat. From lizards that dance to keep their feet cool, to elephants that use their ears like fans, this funny and informative book reveals how animals adapt to survive warm weather. Written in question-and-answer format featuring playful imagery and now available in paperback, this summery companion to Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate? encourages discussion and laughter. Questions and fun facts are paired with comical illustrations of animals trying human tactics to keep cool. Funny and accessible phrasing makes each animal adaptation easy to understand and will spark curiosity in STEM learning. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Etta Kaner writes for both children and educators. Many of her books have won awards including the Silver Birch Award, the Henry Bergh Award, the Animal Behaviour Society Award, the Science Writers and Communicators of Canada Award, the Scientific American Young Readers Book Award, and the Science in Society Book Award. Etta lives in Toronto, Ontario, where she enjoys watching animals at work in her garden. Jenna Piechota is an illustrator from Thunder Bay, Ontario. She started a career in science but decided that drawing animals is just as much fun as studying them! She lives in Toronto, Ontario with her husband and their dog Chester. SELLING POINTS: . Newly available in paperback . A companion to Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate? and Do Fire Ants Fight Fires? by award-winning children's nonfiction author Etta Kaner . Interactive elements engage kids and make this a great nonfiction read-aloud choice in classrooms or at home . Introduces kids to new and unusual creatures . STEM content with a sense of humor and curriculum links to animal adaptations Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Deas, Mike (illustrator). Paperback. Unlikely bug buddies bring the science of compost heaps to life in this funny, STEM-forward chapter book. Bee is spending another beautiful, boring day pollinating flowers in the backyard when a visitor named Flea gallops onto the scene on a dog's back. Flea is the one and only agent of the Fenced-in-Area Law Enforcement Agency (the F.L.E.A. for short) and she's heard about trouble in the compost heap: it's erupted into a wild frenzy, and Flea needs to investigate. Enlisting Bee in the investigation, the pair flies off to the scene of the crime, where they discover compost critters dancing, slime surfing, and playing games of dodge-poo. But is there more to this compost chaos than meets the eye? This hilarious hop through the compost heap, now available in paperback, is the first book in a primary chapter book series featuring Bee and Flea. Lively black and white illustrations bring the crime-fighting team to life, while stealthy, accessible STEM content introduces readers to the tiniest composting creatures and how they make backyards bloom. AGES: 6 to 9 AUTHOR: Anna Humphrey is the author of the Clara Humble series, the Megabat series, and other novels for middle-grade and young adult readers. Anna lives with her family in Kitchener, Ontario. Mike Deas is an author and illustrator of many picture books and graphic novels. From his studio, Mike feels fortunate to hear the frequent humming of busy bees. He lives with his family on sunny Salt Spring Island, British Columbia. SELLING POINTS: . New in paperback from Anna Humphrey, the critically-acclaimed author of the Megabat and Clara Humble series . First instalment in a flat-out funny STEM chapter book series, Bee & Flea . Strong curriculum ties to ecosystems, insects, and nature . Touches on themes of teamwork and curiosity Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Rust, Kari (illustrator). Paperback. The first book in a mystery series features three sleuthing sisters, now in paperback. One spring evening, three strange visitors arrive in the town of Covenly. Sisters Hildegurp, Yuckmina, and Glubbifer are hoping to start fresh with a new business: a pet emporium! Their first customer is nine-year-old Jessica Nibley, who has lost her pet goat and hopes the sisters can help track it down. But when the sisters discover a mangled note with missing pieces that suggests they aren't welcome in town, they suddenly have two mysteries to solve. Jessica and the sisters jump on a broomstick and fly off to investigate. As they collect clues and get closer to solving the cases, Covenly residents start to look beyond the sisters' unusual appearances and welcome them to the community as they are. The first volume in this whimsical chapter book mystery series, now available in paperback, is filled with hilarious misunderstandings, clever wordplay, and dynamic illustrations. The sleuthing sisters, who are inspired by the three witches from Macbeth (there's even a recipe for a witch's stew!), invite Covenly residents and readers to look past appearances and embrace people for who they are, weirdness and all. AGES: 6 to 9 AUTHOR: Mark David Smith is the author of the Weird Sisters Detective Agency series, The Deepest Dig, and Caravaggio: Signed in Blood. A high school teacher, he lives in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Kari Rust is the author and illustrator of Tricky and The House at the End of the Road. Kari has a background in character animation and design, and her hand-drawn images are full of warmth, style, and humor. A graduate of Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Kari lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. SELLING POINTS: . Newly available in paperback format . First instalment in a chapter book mystery series, The Weird Sisters Detective Agency . Addresses themes of creative problem-solving, cooperation, and belonging . Introduces important ideas of diversity, tolerance, and open-mindedness in a playful and humorous way Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Orbie (illustrator). Paperback. A laid-back sloth reminds an entire zoo to sloooow down. One day, a sloth accidentally gets delivered to the Zoom! She was supposed to be dropped off at the Zzzzzoo, a much more laid-back, slow-paced place. She had been looking forward to long, languorous naps while the sun gently warmed her belly. But at the Zoom, the zebras gallop so fast they leave their stripes in puddles. The monkeys climb so fast they forget to stop at the treetops. And the parrots fly so fast their tails draw rainbows across the sky. When the sloth tries to make friends, nobody has any time - until the sloth meets a creature who's a little more her speed, and everyone stops to notice. This is a surprising, delightful, and funny picture book about slowing down to enjoy the little things and making time for what matters. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Helaine Becker is an award-winning writer of books for children. She has written over 80 books, including Worms for Breakfast and the best-selling picture book A Porcupine in a Pine Tree. Helaine lives in Toronto, Ontario, where she tends to move either way too fast (cheetah!) or not at all (sloth). Orbie is a children's book illustrator, graphic novel creator, and illustrator for newspapers, parenting posters, and marketing materials. She is also the illustrator of some other funny books (She likes to laugh). She lives in Cap d'Espoir, Quebec. SELLING POINTS: . A playful take on mindfulness and stopping to smell the roses . Will be relatable to kids who feel rushed around Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Klassen, Karen (illustrator). Board Book. A whimsical celebration of a baby's second year, now available in board book format. A baby's second year is full of memorable milestones. Walking, running, understanding more words, speaking their names, and forming first memories are all exciting achievements. You Are Two picks up where You Are One left off and looks back on each of these moments and more, inviting little ones and their parents to celebrate how much they have grown and discovered. Narrated in the second person, You Are Two is a charming read-aloud that addresses the baby directly. Supersaturated ink-and-wash illustrations play with pattern and perspective and lend a contemporary, artistic feel to the book. The diverse group of babies pictured comes to life on the page and adds to the text's warmth and broad appeal. The second in a three-book series, You Are Two is designed as a whimsical gift for toddlers or parents who will enjoy reflecting on all the highlights of the second year and expressing how much their little one is loved. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Sara O'Leary is a writer for both children and adults. Her picture books include Owls Are Good at Keeping Secrets: An Unusual Alphabet, A Family is a Family is a Family, and This is Sadie. Karen Klassen is an award-winning freelance illustrator and painter, specialising in fashion, lifestyle, and portrait illustration. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. Picking up where "You Are One" leaves off, this board book edition invites little ones and their parents to look back on baby's second year and celebrate how much they have grown and discovered. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Maurey, Katty (illustrator). Paperback. A picture book biography of American philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. When he was a child in the 1840s, Andrew Carnegie and his family immigrated to America in search of a new beginning. His working-class Scottish family arrived at the height of the Industrial Revolution. Carnegie worked hard, in factories and telegraphy. He invested in railroads, eventually becoming the richest man in the world during his time. Carnegie believed strongly in sharing his wealth, and one of the ways he did this was by funding the construction of over 2,500 public libraries around the world. His philanthropy completely revolutionized public libraries, which weren't widespread at the time. New in paperback and told in simple, lyrical text, the story unfolds against striking, stylized illustrations that transport readers to the bustle and boom of the Industrial Revolution. An informational spread explains more about Carnegie's life and work. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Andrew Larsen is a father, homemaker and author. His books include A Squiggly Story, In the Tree House, which won the TD Canadian Children's Literature Award, I Do Not Like Stories, and See You Next Year, which received wide critical acclaim. Andrew lives in Toronto, Ontario. His local library just happens to be a Carnegie Library. Katty Maurey is a designer and illustrator. She was born in Paris, lived in Hong Kong, and now makes her home in Montreal. She has a degree in graphic design from the Universite du Quebec a Montreal, and is the illustrator of several other children's books, including Francis the Little Fox and The Specific Ocean. SELLING POINTS: . Newly available in paperback format . A rags-to-riches immigration story of a major public figure . Offers a look at the development of public libraries . Focus on philanthropy and community . Includes back matter on Carnegie's life and work Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Anne of Green Gables meets Song for a Whale with a touch of Nancy Drew Eleven-year-old Meranda thought her life was complicated enough with physical challenges (she uses crutches to walk) and her helicopter parents. But when her great-uncle Mark dies, Meranda and her family visit Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, where her parents grew up and where she hasn't been since the age of three. Soon, secrets begin to unfold: Why does the newspaper headline say her great-uncle Mark's death was suspicious? Why do strangers keep calling Meranda miracle baby? Why does her usually calm mother seem so panicky and scared? And what on earth does all this have to do with mermaids? Meranda and her new friend, Claire, decide to investigate on their own. But as Meranda begins to separate fact from fiction, she finds herself in very real danger With an intriguing mystery afoot, and a strong-willed, resilient heroine at the helm, this mythical maritime novel celebrates coming of age and growing into yourself. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Debut author Meagan Mahoney balances her rediscovered love of writing with her work as a pediatric intensive care doctor in Calgary, Alberta. The rest of her time is spent exploring and enjoying the mountains with her husband and three children. SELLING POINTS: . A Silver Birch Fiction Award nominee from debut author Meagan Mahoney, now in paperback . Strong ties to Canadian geography and the Atlantic provinces . Features a determined, inquisitive female main character . Introduces one girl's experience with identity and disability Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. We use language all day, every day probably without thinking much about it. But if you stop and consider it, language is not only extremely important, it's fascinating too! Use of language is one of the key things distinguishing humans from other animals, and nearly 7,000 languages are spoken around the world. Without it, we'd be hard pressed to communicate, express ourselves, or understand others. The Book of Languages begins with an introduction to why language is important, how it originated and how it changes. From there, the book profiles 21 of the world's languages. Each spread showcases a language's history, where it's spoken, what it looks like and how to speak a few phrases and count to ten. Rounded out with sections on non-verbal and animal language, this book will stimulate readers' curiosity about the world and spark appreciation for language learning. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Mick Webb is a travel writer and languages consultant. He previously worked as the editor of the BBC Languages website and won a BAFTA for the interactive language-learning drama, Mi Vida Loca, which taught Spanish to beginners. Mick now lives in South London, England with his family. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.