Children's Fiction
Do not eat this book! : fun with Jewish foods & festivals
Kander, Beth, author.
2023
"Rhyming text takes readers through Jewish holidays, including Tu B'Shevat, Purim, and Chanukah, and their related special dishes. Back matter includes a glossary describing each holiday, along with easy, kid-friendly recipes of the featured dishes"-- Provided by publisher.
Everything a drum
Warren, Sarah, author.
2023
A musical toddler explores his world and keeps his parents on their feet, as he uses everything from walls to the family pet to tap out a beat.
The glorious forest that fire built
Neil, Ginny, author, illustrator.
2023
"A wildfire roars through the forest, leaving nothing but ashes until seeds sprout from deep below. A lyrical cumulative nonfiction story about forest succession, this narrative nonfiction picture book shows how the forest slowly grows back over many years. Life science-based back matter explains the timeline of the forest cycle in more detail"-- Provided by publisher.
Holly and the Pittie Party
Frischherz, Julian, author.
2023
An abandoned pit bull pup roams the city in search of love and belonging while facing mistreatment and misconceptions about her breed.
Home for Grace
White, Kathryn (Kathryn Ivy), author
2023
"When a woman appears with a sleeping bag, living in a shop doorway, Jess is full of questions. Where is her home? Why did she leave? And what will happen when the snow comes?"--Back cover.
How to dragon
Henderson, Judith, author
2023
Douglas doesn't fit in with other dragons. Instead of battling knights and frightening princesses, he likes to spend his time picking flowers and baking treats. To get him to become more fearsome, Douglas' doctor prescribes some dragon exercises. With help from a clever knight, Douglas works to become the scariest creature in the land. But he soon learns that mean and frightening are not the only things a dragon can be.
Nana loves you, sleepyhead
James, Helen Foster, 1951-, author
2023
When Nana and her little bunny finish up a day of fun, they settle in for bedtime.
Pete the Kitty and the three bears
Dean, Kim, 1969-, author
2024
In this hip twist on the classic fairy tale, cool cat Pete makes himself at home in a house he happens upon in the forest, but when its owners come home, comedic chaos ensues!
Rainbow letters : a book for rainbow babies
Kelley, Ceece, author
2023
A guardian angel sibling sends a well-wishing message to the newest addition of their family. But how is it delivered? Filled with whimsical illustrations and a touch of magic, Rainbow Letters celebrates rainbow babies--children born after pregnancy or infant loss--while capturing the beauty of life and beyond.
Trains, boats and planes
Robinson, Michelle (Michelle Jane), 1977-, author
2023
Here is a colourful rhyming story following trains, boats, and planes in their busy day. But where are they all going? Join three busy transport vehicles as they speed their doggy passengers to the Big Festival! The running isn't smooth, and there's a rainstorm on the way.
What if bedtime didn't exist?
Cunningham, Francine, 1984-, author
2024
Follow two siblings through their day as they let their imaginations run wild in this joyful story about all the possibilities a simple "what if" can conjure up: What if the monsters in your closet wanted to be your friend? What if all of the dinosaurs were shrunk to be teeny-tiny when the comet hit the earth? And what if bedtime didn't exist and we could imagine anything we wanted?
You hold me up
Gray Smith, Monique, 1968-, author
2024
Beautifully illustrated by celebrated artist Danielle Daniel, this book encourages children to show love and support for each other and to consider each other's well-being in their everyday actions. Consultant, international speaker and award-winning author Monique Gray Smith wrote You Hold Me Up to prompt a dialogue among young people, their care providers and educators about reconciliation and the importance of the connections children make with their friends, classmates and families. This is a foundational book about building relationships, fostering empathy and encouraging respect between peers, starting with our littlest citizens.
You're the coolest dad in the box
Rossner, Rose, author
2024
A celebration of one's love for their dad with tool related puns.