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Fabulous Frogs

urlIn this brightly colored, mixed-media picture book, readers will discover new facts about unique frogs from around the globe. All frogs start as tadpoles, but they grow into a large variety of shapes, sizes, and colors that are shown in the book. Readers learn about frog habitat and adaptations the frogs have in order to survive. This non-fiction book will inspire readers to learn about the frogs in the pages such as goliath frogs, striped rocket frogs, poison arrow frogs, and the frogs mentioned in the back along with the index.   amo
Title: Fabulous Frogs
Author: Martin Jenkins
Illustrator
: Tim Hopgood
Publisher
: Candlewick Press
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
: English 
ISBN
:978-0-7636-8100-5
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 5-8
Genre
: Non-Fiction, Picture Book
Author’s ethnicity
: English
Author’s residence
: Cambridge, England 
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: English
Illustrator’s residence
: York, England
Subjects
: Food, Frogs, Habitat, Tadpoles

Absolutely One Thing: Featuring Charlie And Lola

Absolutely One ThingAs a treat, Mom takes Charlie and Lola to the store, where they can choose one thing, but they must be ready in ten minutes. Lola brushes her teeth for three minutes (twice – because she has to spend one minute to remember that she forgot to eat breakfast), eats puffa pops for breakfast for four minutes, spends eight minutes looking for her left shoe, and is, consequently, nine minutes late.   On the way to the store, there are ladybugs, ducks, pigeons, wading and flapping birds, swans, and geese to count. They count hundreds, thousands, millions, and a squillion leaves. Charlie says he does not know that a squillion is a number. They do make it to the store, where Charlie chooses pins in five seconds and Lola takes thirteen minutes to choose stickers. Humorous illustrations containing magazine cuttings, collage, fabric scraps, watercolor, and photographs make counting fun in this delightful tale featuring Lauren Child’s familiar characters. mjw
Title: Absolutely One Thing: Featuring Charlie And Lola
Author: Lauren Child
Illustrator
: Lauren Child
Publisher
: Candlewick Press, Somerville, Massachusetts
Copyright
: 2016
Original Language
: English
Original Publisher
: Orchard Books, Great Britain
Original Copyright
: 2015
ISBN
: 978-0-7636-8728-1
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 4-8
Genre
: Picture Book
Author’s ethnicity
: English
Author’s residence
: London, England
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: English
Illustrator’s residence
: London, England
Awards
: Author has won the Kate Greenaway Medal
Subjects
: Counting, Math, Siblings

Meh

MehA nameless boy is enjoying his life, when for no real reason, a blob grabs him and pulls him down into a dark, misty swamp. He sees ghost-like white paw prints that lead to a friendly cat in a tree. Together, they escape the swamp and climb up a mountain. As they struggle, the cat turns into a tiger.   They roar together and return to the beautiful world. This wordless book addresses depression in a safe and simple manner. The digitally created work was the author’s fourth year honors project for her BA in computer arts at the University of Abertay Dundee, Scotland. Questions to encourage discussion are included. mjw
Title: Meh
Author: Deborah Malcolm
Illustrator
: Deborah Malcolm
Publisher
: ThunderStone Books.  Las Vegas, Nevada
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
: English 
ISBN
: 978-1-63411-003-7
Paperback pages
: 32
Age range
: 5-7
Genre
: Picture Book
Author’s ethnicity
: Scottish
Author’s residence
: Dundee, Scotland
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Scottish
Illustrator’s residence
: Dundee, Scotland
Subjects
: Cats, Depression in children, Sadness, Stories without words

What Dog Knows

What dog knowsThis interesting mix of fiction and nonfiction introduces cousins Wolf and Dog and topics such as Mummies and skeletons; Robots; Knights and pirates; Dinosaurs and dragons; and Rockets and the moon. Dog reads books and is curious and knowledgeable. Wolf is wild and is not so smart. He relies on Dog to tell him things. The funny conversations between Wolf and Dog are interspersed with fact-filled information sections, quizzes, rhymes, and craft activities to try. Quirky full-page, full-color illustrations and speech bubbles complement the text in this chapter book for inquisitive independent readers. mjw
Title: What Dog Knows
Author: Sylvia Vanden Heede
Illustrator
: Marije Tolman
Publisher
: Gecko Press.  Wellington, New Zealand
Copyright
: 2016
Original Language
: Dutch
Translator
: Bill Nagelkerke
Original Title
: Hond weet alles en wolf niets
Original Publisher
: Uitgeverij Lannoo nv.
Original Copyright
: 2014
ISBN
: 978-1-776570-37-9
Paperback pages
: 124
Age range
: 6-9
Genre
: Picture Book, Fiction/nonfiction mix, Information Book
Author’s ethnicity
: Flemish
Author’s residence
: Belgium
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Born in the Netherlands
Illustrator’s residence
: The Netherlands
Awards
: 2015 Dutch Flag & Pennant Award
Subjects
: Dinosaurs, Dogs, Dragons, Knights, Moon, Mummies, Pirates, Robots, Rockets, Skeletons, Wolves

The Big Book Of Animals Of The World

The Big Book Of Animals Of The WorldYoung explorers are exposed to the several animals that live on Earth. The board book’s cartoonish animal illustrations are eye-catching and accurate depictions of animals around the world. Each animal, object, and building are labeled in this board book. Moreover, maps and the labels help expose readers to global terms and vocabulary.Readers who enjoyed this book should also check out the author’s other books The Big Book of Words and Pictures, Anton Can Do Magic, Anton and the Battle, and You Can Do It, Bert!. ema

 

 

Title: The Big Book Of Animals Of The World
Author: Ole Könnecke
Illustrator
: Ole Könnecke
Publisher
: Gecko Press
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
:
Translator: Jan Michael
Original Title: Das große Bilderbuch der ganzen Welt
Original Publisher: Carl Hansen Verlag München
Original Copyright:
2014
ISBN: 978-1-776570-12-6
Board book pages
: 20
Age range: 4-8
Genre
: Board Book, Nonfiction
Authors’ ethnicity: Swedish
Authors’ residence
: Germany
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Swedish
Illustrator’s residence
: Germany
Subjects: Animals, Continents, Countries, Maps, World

Tales From The Brothers Grimm

Tales form the Brothers grimmNine favorite fairy tales are brought to life by Herbert Leupin’s brightly colored, bold illustrations which he created from 1944 to 1949. Leupin was one of the most important international poster designers. Among his famous designs, still known today, is the Milka chocolate purple cow. Stories included in this collection are The Brave Little Tailor, Hans in Luck, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, The Wishing-Table, Puss in Boots, The Wolf and the Seven Little Kids, Sleeping Beauty, and Mother Hollymjw
Title: Tales From The Brothers Grimm
Author: Jacob (1785-1863) and Wilhelm (1786-1859) Grimm
Illustrator
: Herbert Leupin (1916-1999)
Publisher
: NorthSouth Books, an imprint of NordSud Verlag. Zurich, Switzerland
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
: German
Original Title
: Marchen der Bruder Grimm
Original Copyright
: 1812
ISBN
: 978-0-7358-4228-1
Hardcover pages
: 160
Age range
: 4-8
Genre
: Fairytales, Folktales, Picture Book, Fiction
Author’s ethnicity
: Germany
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Swiss
Subjects
: Fairytales – Germany, Folklore

Flicka, Ricka, Dicka And The Strawberries

Flicka, Ricka, and DickaSwedish triplets, Flicka, Ricka, and Dicka, go off on an adventure through the woods to pick wild strawberries for their mother. They get lost and find the cottage of a poor family, and the little girl living there helps the triplets find their way home. Later, the sisters find a special way to spend the money they have earned. They buy gifts and a basket of food to share with the poor family. The watercolor illustrations are realistic in depicting a 1940s Swedish summer. This is one of nine Flicka, Ricka, and Dicka books. The author is also known for her Snipp, Snapp, and Snurr books about Swedish boy triplets. mjw
Title: Flicka, Ricka, Dicka And The Strawberries
Author: Maj Lindman (1886-1972)
Illustrator
: Maj Lindman
Publisher
: Albert Whitman and Company, Chicago
Copyright
: 2013
Original Language
: Swedish
Original Copyright
: 1946
ISBN
: 978-8075-2499-9
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 4-7
Genre
: Picture Book
Book setting
: Sweden
Author’s ethnicity
: Swedish
Author’s residence
: Lived in Stockholm, Sweden
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Swedish
Illustrator’s residence
: Lived in Stockholm, Sweden
Subjects
: Charity, Helpfulness, Sisters, Strawberries, Sweden, Triplets

The Sandwich Thief

The Sandwich ThiefMarin’s parents are foodies who pack him delicious, healthy sandwiches graced with his mom’s homemade mayonnaise. On Monday, at lunchtime, his ham, cheddar, and kale sandwich is missing, so he starts an investigation of the potential thieves. All week, his sandwiches disappear and he identifies more suspects – classmates, teachers, the janitor, and even the school principal. Eventually, his mother comes up with a way to find out who’s behind the missing sandwiches. The comic-style panels and sequential art, done entirely in orange, red, and black, with speech balloons, and the font, which is based on the illustrator’s handwriting, make this lunchtime crime drama engaging and entertaining. mjw
Title: The Sandwich Thief
Author: Andre Marois
Illustrator
: Patrick Doyon
Publisher
: Chronicle Books, San Francisco, California
Copyright
: 2016
Original Language
: French
Translator
: Taylor Norman
Original Title
: Le Voleur de sandwichs
Original Publisher
: Les Editions de la Pasteque
Original Copyright
: 2013
ISBN
: 978-1-4521-4659-1
Hardcover pages
: 160
Age range
: 7-9
Genre
: Fiction
Author’s ethnicity
: French
Author’s residence
: Canada
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Canadian
Illustrator’s residence
: Canada
Awards
: Governor General’s Literary Award for Illustrated Children’s Literature – French Language
Subjects
: Comics, Detective stories, Graphic novels. Lost articles, Mystery, Sandwiches, Schools, Stealing, Thieves

Professor Astro Cat’s Atomic Adventure

Professor Astro Cat's Atomic AdventureReaders are taken on a scientific journey in this retro art style picture book. In this book, Professor Astro Cat returns with his friend Astro Mouse to talk about physics. Topics that this well-researched book covers includes: gravity, the scientific method, electricity, the laws of motion, energy, magnetism, light, atoms, and more. The language and excellent explanations make blowing concepts easily accessible to young scientists. Those who enjoy the book’s fun graphics, charming humor, and fascinating facts should pick up Professor Astro Cat’s other book, Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Spaceema

 

Title: Professor Astro Cat’s Atomic Adventure
Author: Dr. Dominic Wallman
Illustrator
: Ben Newman
Publisher
: Flying Eye Books an imprint of Nobrow Ltd.
Copyright
: 2016
ISBN: 978-1-909263-60-4
Hardcover pages
: 56
Age range: 7-11
Genre
: Picture Book, Nonfiction
Authors’ ethnicity: English
Authors’ residence
: United Kingdom
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: English
Illustrator’s residence
: London
Subjects: Forces of motion, Math, Physics, Science, Space

Sweetest Kulu

Sweetest kuluIn this far north lullaby, baby Kulu, dressed in a snowsuit, receives gifts from all the animals and well-wishers of the Arctic, including Wind, Arctic Hare, Seal, Norwal and Beluga, Caribou, Polar Bear, Land, and Sun. Kulu is an Inuktitut term of endearment. The peaceful, charming illustrations in mostly greens, blues, and browns and the sophisticated language in this visually stunning book capture the Inuit reverence for the Earth. The author is an internationally acclaimed Inuit throat singer. mjw
Title: Sweetest Kulu
Author: Celina Kalluk
Illustrator
: Alexandria Neonakis
Publisher
: Inhabit Media, Inc., Iqaluit, Nunavut
Copyright
: 2014
Original Language
: English
ISBN
: 978-1-927095-77-5
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 0-6
Genre
: Picture Book
Book setting
: Nunavut, Canada
Author’s ethnicity
: Born in Nunavut
Author’s residence
: Resolute Bay. Nunavut
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: Canadian (Nova Scotia)
Illustrator’s residence
: Resolute Bay, Nunavut
Subjects
: Arctic regions, Compassion, Cultural identity, Mother and child

My Wild Family

my wild familyThe young girl narrator connects animal traits with the characteristics of her truly special family and friends in this oversize picture book. Her older brother is strong and respected, like an elephant. Her mother is tall, beautiful, and shy, like a giraffe and her father can be fierce, like a lion. A page of monkeys climbing on an electric power structure shows her cousins, who are “fast and flexible, always quick to monkey around.” The book ends with the question, “And you? What makes you special?” The animals in each double-page spread are not anthropomorphized and they appear in realistic settings – a classroom, a street scene, the beach, and more. The primitive-style paintings are rendered in gouache. The story provides great examples of metaphor and is perfect for storytime sharing because of its large format.. mjw
Title: My Wild Family
Author: Laurent Moreau
Illustrator
: Laurent Moreau
Publisher
: Chronicle
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
: French
Original Title
: Ma famile sauvage
Original Publisher
: Helium/Actes Sud
Original Copyright
: 2013
ISBN
: 978-1-4521-4423-8
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 3-5
Genre
: Picture Book
Author’s ethnicity
: French
Author’s residence
: France
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: French
Illustrator’s residence
: France
Subjects
: Family life, Identity, Imagination


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Mouse’s First Night At Moonlight School

mouses first nightOwl, Cat, Bat, and Mouse all attend the one-room Moonlight School, but Mouse hides behind a curtain and is too shy to even say hello. Her wee nocturnal classmates are impressed with Mouse’s hiding skills and suggest a game of hide-and-seek. Owl, Cat, and Bat are easy to find, but it takes some time before Mouse is discovered hiding in her teacher’s hat. Mouse is praised for being the best at hiding and she decides that she likes school after all. This sweet story about first-day jitters and making new friends is brightened by colorful digitally created illustrations. mjw
Title: Mouse’s First Night At Moonlight School
Author: Simon Puttock
Illustrator
: Ali Pye
Publisher
: Nosy Crow, and imprint of Candlewick
Copyright
: 2015
Original Language
: English
Original Publisher
: Nosy Crow, London
Original Copyright
: 2014
ISBN
: 978-0-7636-7607
Hardcover pages
: 32
Age range
: 3-7
Genre
: Picture Book
Author’s ethnicity
: Scottish
Author’s residence
: Edinburgh, Scotland
Illustrator’s ethnicity
: English
Illustrator’s residence
: London, England
Awards
: 2106 Scottish Children’s Book Award
Subjects
: Bashfulness, Mice, Schools