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Review of The Lunch Club - It Came From The Basement

January 15, 2021
It's the first day at a new school for unicorn-loving, practical Tia. It's hard to be the new kid. Lunching alone in an obscure club room, s...
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Canada Reads 2021

January 14, 2021
Canada Reads returns this year for its 20th edition, with the debates taking place March 8-11. This year the theme is “one book to transport us&...
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Review of Cat Kid Comic Club

January 09, 2021
Check out this new graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of the internationally bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants se...
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Review of the cookbook Flavorbomb: A rogue guide to making everything taste better, by Bob Blumer

January 08, 2021
Famed Canadian "gastronaut" Bob Blumer, who you would likely know from his multiple TV series like The Surreal Gourmet, Glutton for Pun...
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The Midnight Library review

January 08, 2021
What if there was a library that contained hundreds of books about your life. Every single regret you’ve ever had, from the seemingly insignific...
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The Forgotten Daughter book review

December 26, 2020
The Forgotten Daughter by Joanna Goodman is a follow up to her 2018 novel, The Home for Unwanted Girls. With that said, it can easily b...
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All About Us book review

December 19, 2020
I must confess, I am a sucker for holiday movies. Every year once Halloween has come and gone I start watching anything holiday related, from Hallmark...
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Locally-penned new book Thoughts And Ideas now available on Amazon

December 18, 2020
Patrick Hannus of RDP has a major car accident several years ago and had to learn to adapt to a new way of living."You can feel sorry for yoursel...
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Review of the book Hench

November 28, 2020
When I first read the synopsis for Natalie Zina Walschots debut novel, Hench, my interest was definitely piqued. I love super hero movies and tel...
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Books full of Disney magic

November 27, 2020
This is the time of the year when I usually start making lists and packing for Christmas at Walt Disney World. Over the course of the holidays we like...
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A review of The Fabled Stables - Willow the Wisp

November 13, 2020
This is the first book in a magical chapter-book adventure series by the Governor General Award-winning author of Sweep. Auggie Pound is 8 yea...
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A review of Gurple and Preen

November 06, 2020
This wildly imaginative, crayon-inspired picture book shows that with a bit of teamwork and a universe of creativity, anything is possible. Buzz! ...
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A review of Anxious People

November 02, 2020
“This story is about a lot of things but mostly about idiots. So it needs saying from the onset that it’s always very easy to declare that...
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A review of Breaking The Ice

October 30, 2020
This is the inspiring true story of Manon Rhéaume, the first and only woman to play a game in the National Hockey League, and the book features...
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A review of The Night Portrait

October 24, 2020
“This world war was not the first tragedy to strike mankind and it would not be the last, but none of them had been able to destroy humanity&rsq...
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Little Readers: In The Half Room

October 09, 2020
From the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of Home and Du Iz Tak? comes a striking tale of a wholly extraordinary room where e...
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Entertainment: You Can't Catch Me

October 03, 2020
Canadian author Catherine McKenzie’s latest thriller, You Can’t Catch Me, is a diabolical game of cat and mouse that is guaranteed to...
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Little Readers: Flying Paintings

October 02, 2020
This is the epic story of two Chinese brothers who became art-world legends, illustrated with stunning paintings by the artists themselves.  F...
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Little Readers: The Stink series

September 26, 2020
Stink Moody gets into all sorts of fun and funny antics in his series of books, where he hangs with his sister Judy Moody (who also has her own chapte...
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Little Readers: The Boy and the Gorilla

September 25, 2020
This profoundly moving tale about a grieving boy and an imaginary gorilla makes real the power of talking about loss. On the day of his mother&rsqu...
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Little Readers: Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider

September 18, 2020
This isn't the first Stink book we've reviewed - we love sharing the latest titles from this hilarious series. Stink’s spider phobia spu...
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Entertainment: Indians On Vacation

September 18, 2020
Indians On Vacation is the latest novel by American-Canadian author Thomas King. Once again, King brings us a book full of his dry wit and sarcas...
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Little Readers: My Favorite Color

September 11, 2020
The Caldecott Honor-winning creator of the Journey trilogy celebrates color and nature with a joyously simple die-cut book, My Favorite Color. Pe...
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Little Readers: See The Cat

September 04, 2020
See Max. Max is not a cat - Max is a dog. But much to Max’s dismay, the book keeps instructing readers to “see the cat.” How can Max...
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Little Readers: The Pull of the Stars

August 28, 2020
When I first came across the latest novel by celebrated author Emma Donoghue (Room, Wonder), I was hesitant. I wasn’t sure about reading a book ...
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Big Readers: Final Cut by S.J. Watson

August 21, 2020
Final Cut is the latest psychological thriller by acclaimed writer S.J. Watson. The book follows Alex Young, a documentary filmmaker, as she atte...
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Little Readers: The answer is...: Reflections on my life

August 21, 2020
Longtime Jeopardy! host and television icon Alex Trebek reflects on his life and career in this heartwarming bestseller.  Since debuting as th...
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Big Readers: Rabbit Foot Bill by Helen Humphreys

August 14, 2020
In 1947, Canwood Saskatchewan, young Leonard Flint befriends the local recluse known as Rabbit Foot Bill, only to witness a horrific crime that sees B...
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Little Readers: History!

July 31, 2020
This is a history book as you've never seen it before. This beautiful visual encyclopedia highlights the events of the past, from the perilous cha...
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Little Readers: Microbites: Dinosaurs

July 24, 2020
Microbites: Dinosaurs from DK Publishing is all about the deadly dinosaurs of the prehistoric world. Do you know your Jurassic from your Triassic? Fin...
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Little Readers: Inventors

July 17, 2020
Meet the masterminds behind the greatest inventions in history with Inventors, the perfect book for kids aged 7 to 9. Step into Leonardo da Vinci...
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Little Readers: Disgusting Critters Series by Elise Gravel

May 29, 2020
Written by award-winning Quebec author Elise Gravel (How Do You Doodle?), the Disgusting Critters Series, which is geared to readers ages 6-9, looks a...
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Little Readers: LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia

May 08, 2020
This is the ultimate guide to the best 200 minifigures from the LEGO Star Wars galaxy, and it even comes with an exclusive minifigure! DK's upd...
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Little Readers: Everything is MAMA

May 08, 2020
Jimmy Fallon, one of the most popular entertainers in the world and NBC's Tonight Show host, was on a mission with his first children's book t...
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Little Readers: LEGO Harry Potter Build Your Own Adventure

May 01, 2020
Create your own magical world with more than 50 ideas to inspire your own LEGO® Harry Potter™ models. Plus, a Harry Potter minifigure and al...
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Little Readers: DK Canada launches Stay Home Hub

April 10, 2020
Over the past few weeks, DK Canada has been sharing home learning and home activities for both adults and children on their different social media cha...
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Little Readers: In Her Footsteps

April 10, 2020
Discover the lives and locations of trailblazing women who changed the course of history as you journey to the heart of women's activism, history ...
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Little Readers: When I Grow Up - Sports Heroes

April 03, 2020
How do little kids become sporting superstars? Find out in this inspiring board book for little ones. Everyone, from Usain Bolt to Simone Biles, wa...
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Little Readers:

March 27, 2020
Let your baby or toddler discover the joys of yoga through the simple poses in this yoga book for kids. With a range of gentle poses carefully sele...
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Little Readers: Let's Get Gardening

March 20, 2020
Learn to grow your own vegetables and herbs, attract awesome wildlife such as butterflies and bees, and be a green gardener with lots of recycling tip...
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Little Readers: Chick and Brain: Egg or Eyeball?

March 13, 2020
Cece Bell follows her Geisel Honor Book, Chick and Brain: Smell My Foot, with an even wackier story for beginning readers, sure to elicit eye-rolling ...
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Little Readers: Radicalized, part of CBC Reads

March 13, 2020
Radicalized by Cory Doctorow is a collection of four short science fiction stories set in the near future. The stories cover many social issues s...
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Little Readers: We Have Always Been Here, part of CBC Reads

March 13, 2020
Samra Habib’s memoir, We Have Always Been Here, was the 5th and final book that I read from the Canada Reads shortlist and I simply couldn&rsquo...
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Little Readers: Baby Clown

March 06, 2020
When Frieda and Boffo Clown have a baby, everyone in the circus is over the moon. But there is just one problem: Baby Clown won’t stop crying! F...
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Little Readers: Small Game Hunting at the Local Coward Gun Club, part of CBC Reads

February 28, 2020
A story set to the background of a blizzard, Small Game Hunting at the Local Coward Gun Club is about the intertwining lives, and their dysf...
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Little Readers: Son Of A Trickster, part of CBC Reads

February 28, 2020
Son of a Trickster by Eden Robinson is a page-turner that I simply couldn’t put down. It’s a coming-of-age fantasy novel with a mixtu...
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Little Readers: Emily Windsnap and the Tides of Time

February 21, 2020
When Emily makes a wish on a magic stone, she gets a glimpse of what the future holds - and it’s a disaster! She tries to make things right...
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Little Readers: Valentine's Day books you'll love

February 14, 2020
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! Pick up one of these titles and get in some cuddles with your little reader. Hug Me by Simona Ciraola creates ...
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Little Readers: Kids yoga

February 07, 2020
Teach your kids about yoga and mindfulness with this mindful yoga activity book. Yoga activities are a great way to teach children about relaxation, m...
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Little Readers: From The Ashes, part of CBC Reads

February 06, 2020
The first of the five Canada Reads' books that I chose to read was From the Ashes by Jesse Thistle. “From the Ashes is a r...
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Little Readers: The Presidents

January 31, 2020
Explore the lives of America's 45 presidents, as well as notable first ladies, famous speeches, and major constitutional events, with this visual ...
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Little Readers: Niam! Cooking With Kids

January 10, 2020
“Niam” is an Inuktitut word that means “yum,” and the recipes in this book are kid-tested for tastiness - a sure sign that the...
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Little Readers: 4 Christmas books for the littles

December 06, 2019
Curl up with your little elves and check out these 4 Christmas books. Peppa Pig and the Christmas Party. Everyone in Peppa’s class is ex...
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Little Readers: Charlie Brown All Tied Up

November 29, 2019
This year, Charlie Brown is determined to turn around his bad luck, lead his baseball team to victory, and fly his kite without interference from the ...
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Little Readers: Lonely Planet's Ultimate Travel Quiz Book

November 01, 2019
Pit your worldly wits against family and friends, or just challenge yourself, with this ultimate travel trivia book. With head-scratching questions on...
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Little Readers: My Pet Slime

October 18, 2019
Piper Maclane wants a pet so badly, but she’s allergic to everything. So she creates her own . . . out of slime! From Epic! Originals, My Pet Sl...
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Little Readers: The Boy Who Wouldn't Share

October 11, 2019
We all know a little boy (or girl) who has struggled with sharing, just like Edward, and this book will explain in simple terms why it’s better ...
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Little Readers: Game books for kids and their parents

October 04, 2019
Spend some quality time together during these cooler, greyer fall days with these two fun game books, one for kids and one for their parents! Jumbo...
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Little Readers: Where The Sidewalk Ends

September 20, 2019
Shel Silverstein has had an incomparable career as a bestselling children's book author and illustrator. The creator of picture books includi...
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Little Readers: A Light In The Attic

September 13, 2019
From New York Times bestselling author Shel Silverstein, the creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends, Fa...
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Little Readers: The Everyday Journeys of Ordinary Things

August 30, 2019
Young children are full of questions about how the world works; the processes and machinations behind the scenes. Why does a light come on when yo...
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Little Readers: The dog who lost his bark

August 23, 2019
The Dog Who Lost His Bark is a warm, uplifting story about a boy, his dog, and the healing power of music marks a first-time collaboration between two...
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Little Readers: Judy Moody, Book Quiz Whiz

August 16, 2019
Books, books, books! Judy’s got books on the brain as she prepares for a totally RARE trivia competition. Has reading always been this exciting?...
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Little Readers: Dogs in Space

August 09, 2019
Science, survival and dogs in spacesuits! Meet Belka and Strelka, two stray dogs from Moscow who, in August, 1960, changed the face of space history f...
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Little Readers: Nope. Never. Not for me!

July 26, 2019
Children are often picky eaters, but for kids on the autism spectrum or with sensory issues, trying new foods can be especially challenging. In N...
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Little Readers: DK Learning books that will keep your kids busy all summer

July 17, 2019
DK Publishing's line of educational, hands-on, STEM, creative books has something for every kind of kid, whether they love experimenting, building...
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Little Readers: Smell My Foot

July 12, 2019
Meet Chick and Brain. And their friend Spot. Chick likes to follow the rules. Brain might not be as smart as he looks. And Spot just wants to eat lunc...
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Little Readers: Carson Crosses Canada

July 05, 2019
What better way to explore Canada from coast to coast than in a rattlebang car with your best pal in tow? Carson the dog and his best friend Annie set...
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Little Readers: Beautiful Oops!

June 28, 2019
You know how you have that one book that you always by for a baby shower or birthday present? Well, this is ours: Beautiful Oops! This incredibly colo...
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Little Readers: Too Many Tomatoes

June 21, 2019
What happens when there are too many tomatoes? You give one to the painter, one for the plumber, one for the dancer, and one for the drummer. Kane Mil...
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Little Readers: Animalicious

May 24, 2019
A seriously silly ABC book packed with imaginary animals from the creator of the Llama Llama books, Anna Dewdney, and Reed Duncan. From A is for Anony...
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Little Readers: Thank you for my dreams

May 10, 2019
A simple "thank you" can go a long way. From family and health to prosperity and art, Prince Alexi Lubomirski shares inspiring and heartwarm...
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Little Readers: Peg + Cat: Math in the Bath

May 03, 2019
Peg and Cat are in the bath. One, two friends in the bath. Seems like a great time to do some math! Readers can join old friends Peg and Cat as they e...
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Little Readers: Where's Waldo? Exciting Expeditions

April 26, 2019
On the road again? Planning a vacation? Be sure to pack this compact compendium full of things to spot, story games to play, and puzzles to create, fe...
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Little Readers: A New Home

April 19, 2019
As a girl in Mexico City and a boy in New York City ponder moving to each other’s locale, it becomes clear that the two cities — and the t...
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Little Readers: Soccer School series

April 12, 2019
At Soccer School, every lesson revolves around one thing: soccer! Coaches (and authors) Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton cleverly use the lens of soccer ...
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Little Readers: Don't Let Them Disappear

April 05, 2019
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted comes a beautiful book about the animals who share our planet--and what we can do to...
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Little Readers: Spend It!

March 29, 2019
Sonny gets three whole carrots a week for his allowance and wants to buy everything with it! But he soon discovers his money won't go that far, an...
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Little readers: Circle

March 22, 2019
This book is about Circle. This book is also about Circle’s friends, Triangle and Square. Also it is about a rule that Circle makes, and how she...
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Little Readers: Happy Birthday from the Very Hungry Caterpillar

March 15, 2019
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of everyone's special day. This beautiful book features Eric Carle's bright, colorful artwo...
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Little Readers: The Babysitter From Another Planet

March 01, 2019
The kids are in for a treat when their parents leave them with a babysitter who is truly out of this world--an alien! When their parents go out for...
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Little Readers: Arctic Wolf

February 22, 2019
Animals Illustrated mixes fun-filled animal facts suitable for the youngest of reader with intricately detailed illustrations to create a unique and b...
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Little Readers: My Heart

February 15, 2019
From the author-illustrator of The Book of Mistakes comes a gorgeous picture book about caring for your own heart and living with kindness and empathy...
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Little Readers: Scooby-Doo You Choose books

February 08, 2019
Remember Choose Your Own Adventure books? Capstone has brought the fun reader-involvement books back with kids' favourite characters, like superhe...
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Little Readers: Where's The Llama?

February 01, 2019
Move over unicorns: llamas are taking over the top spot in this Where's Waldo-style activity book. Word has reached the Andes that llamas are abou...
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Little Readers: DK findout! Solar System

January 18, 2019
Check out this exciting new book series from DK Publishing. DK findout! Solar System is full of amazing images, incredible quizzes, and cutting-edge i...
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Little Readers: How To Give Your Cat A Bath In Five Easy Steps

January 11, 2019
The five steps to giving your cat a bath are simple, right: Step one: fill the bath Step two: put the cat in the bath Step three: put shampoo on ...
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Little Readers: Squirrel's New Year's Resolution

January 04, 2019
Squirrel knows that New Year's Day is a great day for making resolutions! But what does it mean to make a resolution, anyway? As she makes visits ...
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How To Catch An Elf

December 21, 2018
What kid wouldn't love a tale about catching an elf with different traps, tricks and general merriment?! Sure to become a classic book for the hol...
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The Christmas Eve Tree

December 14, 2018
In a deeply moving story with the hallmarks of a classic, a homeless boy’s rescue of a spindly Christmas tree sparks a glimmer of hope that has ...
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Meet The Latkes

December 07, 2018
Lucy Latke's family is just like yours or mine. Except that they're potato pancakes. And also, they are completely clueless. After lighting th...
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown

November 23, 2018
The latest title from the popular Diary Of A Wimpy Kid series, The Meltdown is chock full of fun and surprises. When snow shuts down Greg Heffley...
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DK findout! Solar System

November 16, 2018
From the creators of DK findout!, the free online resource for kids, comes an exciting new book series full of amazing images, incredible quizzes, and...
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Pink Hair and Other Terrible Ideas

November 09, 2018
Twelve-year-old Josephine has a lot on her plate: best friend issues, first crush issues, twin brother issues... and then her mom hits her with news t...
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My Mixed Emotions

November 02, 2018
This super-useful book is packed with helpful hints, tips, and techniques showing children how to recognize and express their emotions. Feelings can b...
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Peppa Pig and the Halloween Costume

October 26, 2018
Peppa Pig is in search of the perfect Halloween costume and, with all the help of her friends, she's able to whittle it down to just the right one...
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Maker Lab: Outdoors

October 19, 2018
Twenty-five science projects and experiments to be done outside will spark kids' creativity and help them develop science skills through hands-on ...
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Big Nate Goes Bananas

October 12, 2018
The school year is winding down, and Nate can’t wait for summer vacation: baseball, beach trips, and…overripe bananas? Yuck!   Tur...
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An Anthology of Intriguing Animals

October 05, 2018
Take a sneak peek into this adorable illustrated menagerie, featuring beloved animals that children love. This is a beautiful book filled with stunnin...
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Lonely Planet books - Your ultimate vacation travel guide

September 21, 2018
If you're planning a trip to destination you've never been to, then pick up the corresponding Lonely Planet title to figure out every single d...
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Corduroy Takes A Bow

September 14, 2018
Can you believe Corduroy is turning 50? He's back with a new book written by Academy Award winner Voila Davis. Using her own experiences as a Tony...
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Totally Middle School

August 31, 2018
Writers like Lois Lawry, Karen Cushman, Gregory Maguire and more contribute to an anthology featuring tales and wisdom from the middle-school years, c...
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Shark Dog And The School Trip Rescue!

August 24, 2018
Splash! It's a shark! Woof! No wait, it's a dog! Hey! It’s Shark Dog: a one-of-a-kind pet! And this time, he’s joining Ms. Able...
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Geraldine

August 17, 2018
No, no, NO! Geraldine is NOT moving. Not to this new town where she's the only giraffe. Not to this new school where she has no friends. Not...
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A Horse Named Steve

August 10, 2018
Steve is a fine horse, begins Kelly Collier's clever picture book. But he thinks he could be finer. He wants to be EXCEPTIONAL. When Steve finds a...
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Megabat

August 03, 2018
A sweet and hilarious chapter book about a boy and a bat, two unlikely friends who bond over loneliness, jellyrolls and Darth Vader. Daniel Misumi has...
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Ivy + Bean One Big Happy Family

July 20, 2018
Annie Barrows' bestselling chapter book series, Ivy & Bean, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughing - and reading-for more ...
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Time For Bed, Miyuki

July 13, 2018
Like children everywhere, Miyuki's imagination peaks at bedtime, when she remembers all the things she has to do before she can possibly go to bed...
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Play With Art

July 06, 2018
Children will love getting to grips with the basics of painting, print-making, drawing, paper crafting, and more. For each different creative media, t...
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The Dreamer

June 29, 2018
Once, there was a pig who admired birds. But he could never join them. Or could he? Thus begins the journey of a pig with big dreams and the perserver...
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Claris - The Chicest Mouse In Paris

June 22, 2018
The Claris series follows an adorable French mouse as she moves to Paris to follow her fashion dreams, and overcomes every obstacle in her path with w...
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Sometimes You Fly

June 08, 2018
From Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Katherine Applegate, Sometimes You Fly is a sweet book of encouragement, filled with humour and insight i...
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Meet Yasmin!

June 01, 2018
Meet Yasmin, a second-grader with lots of spunk who's always on the lookout for those "aha" moments to help her solve life's little ...
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Llama Llama Loves To Read

May 25, 2018
Llama Llama learns at school.  Counting, writing, reading, rules.  Friends and school -- there's nothing better.  Llama learning...
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Coding books from DK Publishing!

May 18, 2018
Coding is for kids! Kids love to learn about coding and the endless possibilities of what they can create through coding. And now, publishing houses l...
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If A Horse Had Words

May 11, 2018
For horse-loving readers of all ages, a lyrical and exquisitely illustrated picture book following the relationship between a boy and a horse, separat...
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Stink: Hamlet and Cheese

May 04, 2018
It’s spring break, and Stink is faced with a difficult choice: hang out at home with his sister, Judy, or become a Shakespeare Sprite with his f...
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Alma and How She Got Her Name

April 27, 2018
What's in a name? For one little girl, her very long name tells the vibrant story of where she came from - and who she may be one day. In her auth...
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Anne's Numbers

April 20, 2018
Inspired by Anne Of Green Gables, Anne's Numbers (and other fun titles like Anne's Colors) celebrates iconic moments from the beloved L.M. Mon...
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Hedgehog!

April 13, 2018
Who is being a hedge hog? Well, the hedgehog who is living in the hedge and won't share with anyone. But maybe being a hog isn't the best way ...
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The Golden Glow

April 13, 2018
Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox meets Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever in this stylish picture book about a quest for a rare and mysterio...
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When Paul Met Artie: The Story of Simon & Garfunkel

April 06, 2018
We don't know if this book is for the kids or the grown-ups! But either way, everyone will love this true story of friendship and musical discover...
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Fun books for Easter and Passover

March 30, 2018
So many wonderful holidays, and so many wonderful books to read together! Easter and Passover is upon us, and these are some fun reads to share over t...
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Islandborn

March 23, 2018
A debut picture book from Junot Diaz, this title celebrates cultural diversity in America and our imagination's boundless ability to connect us - ...
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Red Sky At Night

March 16, 2018
Acclaimed paper artist Elly MacKay illustrates a lovely family narrative through the use of weather aphorisms, creating a beautiful and informational ...
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March Break book roundup

March 09, 2018
March Break is a time to rest from the routine of school, but that doesn't mean you should completely dismiss books or reading for the week. Besid...
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Iggy Peck Architect

March 02, 2018
Iggy has one passion: building, and he's willing to pursue his dream no matter what! With Andrea Beaty’s irresistible rhyming text and ...
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The Big Bed

February 23, 2018
From the creator of the Honest Toddler blog, The Big Bed is a humorous picture book about a girl who doesn't want to sleep in her li...
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Celebrate Black History Month with Penguin Random House Canada Young Readers

February 16, 2018
February is Black History Month, and Penguin House Canada released a list of titles celebrating black voices and culture. Here are some great reads to...
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The Bee Book

February 09, 2018
From how bees live and work, to how they support each other and their hive, the youngest readers will love exploring the secret world of bees in this ...
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Lucky Me

February 02, 2018
Elementary school teacher and author Lora Rozler teams up with illustrator Jan Dolby to celebrate the concepts of luck and thanks as they explore peop...
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DK Children's Encyclopedia

January 31, 2018
The DK Children's Encyclopedia - The Book That Explains Everything, really does explain everything! For kids 7-9, this title is packed with i...
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The Pink Umbrella

January 05, 2018
In The Pink Umbrella, Adele is the heart of her community, greeting everyone who comes into her café with arms wide open. But when it rains, sh...
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The Darkest Dark

December 29, 2017
The Darkest Dark, by Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield, is a wonderful title that teaches children about overcoming fears and following dreams. Little...
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HOLIDAY BOOK GUIDE 2017

December 22, 2017
Elf In The House. Follow a child on the most magical night as she looks for the source of the sound that woke her up. In a lively, cumulative stor...
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Little Readers: Grumpy Cat's First Worst Christmas

December 15, 2017
Grumpy Cat is starring in her very own Christmas book this year! In this tale, Pokey makes every effort to get Grumpy Cat to join in the Christmas spi...
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Elf In The House

December 08, 2017
Follow a child on the most magical night as she looks for the source of the sound that woke her up. In a lively, cumulative story full of page-turn re...
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Absolutely Everything You Need To Know About - Stacks Of LEGO Facts

November 24, 2017
Who has a kid who loooooves LEGO? Well, then they need this all-you-need-to-know guide! It's chock full of cool LEGO facts, like... Can you bel...
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The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse

November 17, 2017
What happens when a wolf gobbles up the duck and the mouse? You'll be surprised to discover that they actually like it in the wolf's tummy! Yo...
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Explanatorium Of Nature

November 10, 2017
Your kids will be completely engrossed by this amazing book, filled with things from the natural world, has stunning detail and allows young readers t...
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Where Oliver Fits

November 03, 2017
Oliver has always dreamed about where he would fit - would it be in the mane of a unicorn, the tentacle of a pirate squid, or the helmet of an astrona...
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Favourite Halloween books

October 26, 2017
Gather up the kids and check out these fun Halloween titles for all ages. B is for Boo: A board book for little pumpkins, they'll not only find...
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She Persisted

October 20, 2017
Chelsea Clinton introduces tiny feminists, mini activists and little kids who are ready to take on the world to thirteen inspirational women who never...
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Under The Bed Fred

October 13, 2017
Every night Leo hears the monster on his bed growling... until they start to become friends. This odd-couple friendship proves that friends can win ov...
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I Love You More Than Swamp Gas

October 06, 2017
Does Papa love his little monster as much as he loves swamp gas? You'll have to find out in this cute read from author Kevan Atteberry. Full ...
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Awesome Is Everywhere

September 29, 2017
Did you know that awesome is everywhere? Yep, you can find it all around you, which is what you and your child will discover on this colourful and fan...
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Nothing Rhymes With Orange

September 22, 2017
Nothing may rhyme with orange, but there are funny things that rhyme with lots of other fruits! Explore all the different fruits with orange, from plu...
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Imagine

September 21, 2017
In honour of International Day of Peace, we'd love to share this new release, Imagine, featuring the lyrics of the iconic song by John Lennon. It ...
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When the Moon Comes

September 15, 2017
Coming out September 12th, When the Moon Comes is a beautiful story of a town who is anxiously waiting for a full moon to take to the ice. And wh...
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Smoot - A Rebellious Shadow

September 08, 2017
Smoot the shadow has been living a very ordinary life with his boy, who never laughs or leaps, until he pops free and starts living the colourful life...
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The Night The Stars Went Out

August 11, 2017
Alien has a very important job: he is a star shiner. But what should we do on a night when the stars all go out? Well, he seeks out the friendship of ...
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A Pattern For Pepper

August 04, 2017
Pepper wants to find the perfect pattern for her new special dress, and as the dressmaker walks her through all of the different textiles, Pepper lear...
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Color, Snap, App!

July 28, 2017
Your kids will be amazed to see how their artwork can be turned into an actual animated movie with this title! This innovative colouring book is ...
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Don't Blink!

July 21, 2017
Don't blink! Or can you? Your kids will love this fun interactive book that challenges the reader (and the characters inside of the book) to a sta...
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I Want To Be In A Scary Story

July 14, 2017
This little monster wants to be a in scary story... or does he? He keeps thinking he does, but as he debates with the reader what kind of scary story ...
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The Book With No Pictures

July 06, 2017
Some may think that a book with no pictures wouldn't be interesting, but it's quite the opposite - this kid's book demonstrates that not a...
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Cinderella and the Furry Slippers

June 22, 2017
Cinderella is dying to get to the ball - she's seen pictures of the fancy castle and the handsome prince, she's heard the fairytales about tru...
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Leave Me Alone!

June 08, 2017
Grandma just wants to be left alone to knit but she can't get any time to herself. So off she goes, in search of alone time, only to encounter rav...
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Dog Night at the Story Zoo

June 01, 2017
Welcome to the Story Zoo, where animals get up and tell their stories in front of a live audience. Tonight it's Dog Night, so get ready for some h...
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When an Elephant Falls in Love

May 29, 2017
What happens when an elephant falls in love? He does many foolish things. But in the end, isn't it always worth it? From author, illustrator and c...
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Charlotte and the Rock

April 20, 2017
Charlotte has always wanted a pet, and when she receives a rock for a pet, she discovers that a rock just may be better than a dog or a cat. Naming hi...
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The Fog

April 13, 2017
From the whimsical tale of a bird who is a people-watcher, to the incredible illustrations, kids young and old will delight in the tale of The Fog. Wh...
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Scurvy Dogs

April 12, 2017
Kids will giggle their way through this comic book-like read where four scurvy dogs live out pirate scenarios in search of treasure (bones!). What ens...
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George Brown, Class Clown - Return to the Scene of the Burp

April 12, 2017
How much trouble can a burp get you into? A lot, if the burp is a magic one that makes you do wild and crazy stuff! This another fun read from the Geo...
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Triangle

March 30, 2017
Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks... What a fun read - a simple story that's super...
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Town And Country - A Turnaround Book

March 16, 2017
What a fun concept: a turnaround book, where the picture looks like one thing until you turn it upside-down and see a whole new image! In this Kane Mi...
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Sam Sorts

March 09, 2017
Sam's things are in a heap. Time to tidy up! He starts to organize his things, but quickly runs into trouble. He can make a pile of black and whit...
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The Giving Tree

March 02, 2017
A classic book by beloved author Shel Silverstein, The Giving Tree tells the story of a tree and a boy, how they grow together, and how the tree keeps...
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Miles McHale Tattletale

February 09, 2017
Miles looooves to tattle, but when his teacher explains why tattling isn't nice, will he be able to resist the urge to keep at it? Miles may be a ...
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100 Fun & Easy Learning Games for Kids

February 02, 2017
This book will keep you busy for days, weeks even! Every carefully-selected game, which was thought up by the two authors, who are also teachers, is f...
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This Book Is Magic

January 26, 2017
This book really is magic! Let your child become a magician with this fun and interactive read: he/she will pull a rabbit out of a hat, make things di...
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Little Blue Chair

January 19, 2017
This is our new favourite book in our household! Who knew a chair could have such an amazing history! Follow the little blue chair as it moves and out...
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Wolfie & Fly

January 12, 2017
This classic tale of imagination, friendship, adventure and speeding through the ocean in a cardbox box, Wolfie & Fly is written by award-winning ...
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I am Jim Henson

January 12, 2017
Number-one best-selling author Brad Meltzer has made it his mission to offer all kids a different kind of hero. Oh how he selected Jim Henson as a sub...
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Animals Illutsrated: Muskox

January 11, 2017
Animals Illustrated mixes fun-filled facts suitable for the youngest readers with intracately detailed illustrations to create a unique and beautiful ...
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CBC Books announces Canada Reads 2017 theme, host and longlist

January 05, 2017
CBC Books today announced the Canada Reads 2017 longlist of 15 books. Debating the question, “What is the one book Canadians need now?” Ca...
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I'm A Hungry Dinosaur

December 29, 2016
From the award-winning team of Ann James and Janeen Brian comes the book I'm A Hungry Dinosaur. Kids just love that funny dinosaur (who made his f...
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Holiday book guide

December 08, 2016
The holidays are a wonderful time to sit and enjoy your family's company, and reading can be a great way of doing that. From wishing trees and gia...
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It's Great Being A Dad

November 17, 2016
Who doesn't love books about imagination, whimsical characters, and who else? Dads! Dads always come to the rescue, especially in this busy and ex...
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Dr. Seuss Museum Project Picks Up Steam

November 07, 2016
The Springfield Museums continue to make great strides toward opening the world’s first museum honoring Theodor Seuss Geisel, who was born and r...
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Lighthouse

November 03, 2016
A bit of an older title but nonetheless a great read, the backstory to this book is just an intriguing. Beloved children's author Robert Munsch (t...
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The Wish Tree

November 03, 2016
When you go searching for a wish tree, you don't need a map or a compass or anything but a wish and a good friend. Author Kyo Maclear is a critica...
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Super Agent Jon Le Bon!

October 27, 2016
The world is filled with dangerous villains, and then there's the Agency: a super secret organization who's mission is to protect the world. H...
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The Road To Ever After

October 25, 2016
Part Benjamin Button, part Harold and Maud, part Brian Selznick and part Neil Gaiman, this is a unique and magical story perfect for tween readers. Da...
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Happy!

October 20, 2016
Grammy Award winning singer Pharrell Williams is super happy these days - not only does he have a hit song under his belt but now he has this cheery t...
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Little Miss Sparkle

October 13, 2016
Ahh, yes - the "Little Miss" and "Mr" series that we have always loved is back (and seriously, they're cuter than ever!). From...
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They All Saw A Cat

September 08, 2016
Perspective is everything, and this book offers the same valuable lesson to little readers. Everyone who sees the cat sees it in a different way, from...
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Fuchsia Fierce

September 07, 2016
Fuchsia is shy and timid... that is, until she starts trying new things. And then she discovers all kinds of new things that she loves. Some she's...
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A Child of Books

August 29, 2016
A Child of Books is a graphically beautiful book where the images are made out of words and stories, set alongside a sweet and easy tale that children...
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Cozy Classics: Great Expectations

August 25, 2016
Cozy up with this classic tale, scaled down and simplified for little ones. This beautiful boardbook contains 12 needle-felted scenes and 12 child-fri...
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Playing from the heart

August 15, 2016
When dad wants you to play the piano, you play, right? But Raj, depite his immense talent for the piano, doesn't enjoy playing and quits. However,...
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Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library

August 02, 2016
A new title from Capstone Publishing, Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library is a fun read with lots of vibrant pics. It tells a humorous tale of wha...
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Welcome back, Harry Potter!

July 28, 2016
We know you've been waiting for it: Harry Potter is back! It's the eighth story... 19 years later. It's Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...
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Counting with Barefoot Critters

July 14, 2016
I don't know what we love better - the fun rhyming text of this whimsical tale or the beautiful illustrations. The cutest barefoot critters let li...
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Only In Dreams

June 09, 2016
What's the fun part about going to sleep? The dreams, of course! And now, Paul Frank's infamous monkey Julius and all his pals will tell your ...
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Indigo celebrates indigenous book club month this June

June 07, 2016
Indigo (TSX: IDG) invites Canadians of all ages to celebrate National Aboriginal History Month this June by reading books written by Indigenous author...
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I have to go!

May 26, 2016
Kids love a book they can “read along” to, and with the cute repetitive nature of this classic Robert Munsch book, they’ll request t...
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There's a Mouse Hiding in this Book

May 19, 2016
Tom and Jerry (our favourite battling duo) are at it again in this exciting interactive read that will have both you and your little one in hysterics....
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Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Announces $1.5 Million in New Grants to 25 High-Needs Schools, Total Donations Exceed $23 Million Since 2004

May 13, 2016
The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is thrilled to announce the recipients of its 2016 Love of Reading Literacy Grant.[i] Twenty-five high-needs ele...
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Dear Zoo

May 12, 2016
What little one doesn’t love a lift-the-flap book? We were given this book as a gift for my son’s first birthday and he quickly became obs...
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Kids’ CBC Greenlights Wandering Wenda based on Margaret Atwood's children's book

May 10, 2016
Kids’ CBC today announced that new animated series Wandering Wenda (26x8) from Breakthrough Entertainment has been greenlit. Inspired by Margare...
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The Bear and the Piano

April 27, 2016
The Bear and the Piano is our new favourite nighttime story. The big, glossy pages have beautiful illustrations as it explains the story of a bear who...
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The Happy Man And His Dump Truck

April 25, 2016
I love Little Golden Books. My son loves them too. We've amassed quite the collection of these classic titles. And one that we love: The Happy Man...
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I Dare You Not To Yawn!

April 19, 2016
We just discovered this title at our local libary and we're going to need to buy this title... because your little one won't be able to get th...
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Sandra Boynton

April 12, 2016
Hooray for Sandra Boynton and her colourful and extremely funny board books. For years, Boynton has been penning whimsical tales of animals, even vent...
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Happy 100th birthday, Beverly Cleary!

April 12, 2016
Beverly Cleary, author of the infamous series of Ramona Quimby books, turns 100 years old today! One of the most beloved children's book authors o...
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Engage Literacy titles from Capstone Classroom

April 11, 2016
Although my 3-year-old soon is too young for these titles, I have a whole slew of the Engage Literacy book from Capstone Classroom stashed away for th...
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