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Parent Resourses Reading Magic Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever Written by Mem Fox Published by Harcourt, Inc. Distributed in Canada by Raincoast Books Paperback, Parenting Mem Fox is a best-selling author of children’s picture books and a renowned expert in literacy. Published in 2001, Reading Magic reveals the three secrets of reading; The Magic of Print, The Magic of Language and the Magic of General Knowledge. With her friendly, anecdotal approach, Mrs. Fox will inspire adults to read aloud to young children and help prepare children to read themselves.
Last Child in the Woods Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder Written by Richard Louv Published by Workman Publishing Distributed in Canada by Thomas Allen & Son Paperback, Parenting
In Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv asserts that contact with nature is critical in childhood (and adulthood) and that rising obesity rates in children, the increase in depression and attention problems are all tied to society’s shift away from spending time out-of-doors. Mr. Louv supports his argument with research and demands ‘nature-child’ reunion.
Picture Book The Utterly Otterleys Written and illustrated by Mairi Hedderwick Published by Hodder Children’s Books Distributed in Canada by McArthur and Company Hardcover, Ages 3+ Ms. Hedderwick is a favourite in our home, we have so enjoyed the wonderful Katie Morag picture books. In this animal story, Pa Otterley awakes one morning and announces that it is time for the family to move. He has been kept awake by a banging door and moonlight streaming through curtains. He feels certain that a new home is the solution. The Otterley family packs up and sets out in search of better accommodations. After three sleepless nights in three unsuitable locations, the grateful family discovers the perfect ‘new’ home. Beautiful watercolour illustrations add delightful details.
The Queen’s Feet Written by Sarah Ellis, illustrated by Dušan Petričić Published by Red Deer Press, Northern Lights Books for Children Hardcover, Ages 4 – 8 Queen Daisy’s feet have a tendency to behave altogether differently than one might expect. They are not at all inclined to wear ‘proper’ queen shoes – sometimes gumboots or fuzzy slippers are a much better fit. The rebellion does not stop there, however. Occasionally the queen’s feet decide to kickbox, dance the hornpipe, tap dance or kick a bullying king in the ankle! This decidedly "unroyal’ behavior must be stomped out. In the end, it is decided that Queen Daisy will put her best foot forward for all but one hour each day – when her feet can "raise a ruckus and kick up a fuss!" Delightful illustrations will sweep you off your feet!
Down to the Sea with Mr. MageeWritten and illustrated by Chris Van Dusen Published by Chronicle Books Paperback, Ages 4 to 8
Outings with Mr. Magee and his little dog ‘Dee’ are never boring. Plans for a relaxing day afloat go amiss when a stray whale places his blowhole directly below their small boat. Engaging illustrations and a delightful rhyming story will entertain children and adults.
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Hot off the Presses Here are some new books that are just perfect for May and June celebrations... Mother May I?Written by Grace Maccarone, illustrated by Melissa Sweet Published by Scholastic Canada Ltd.
When mother and child take a trip to a mall, the child sees all sorts of appealing things he’d like to have. In the end, he decides there is just one thing he truly wants, a hug from mother. Rhyming text, padded covers and card stock pages make this appropriate for three to five year olds.
Bright Red KissesWritten by Teresa Toten, art by Deirdre BetteridgePublished by Annick Press
“My kiss is my promise, I promise, and then, while you dream, I’ll come home and I’ll kiss you again.” Mommy is going out for a special evening. With her daughter’s help she uses lotions and potions, selects a beautiful dress and slinky shoes. Great fun for mothers and daughters, Bright Red Kisses celebrates the anticipation of a lovely evening and returning home to a sleeping child. Tell Me a Story, Daddy Written and illustrated by Moira KempPublished by Hodder Children’s Books When Rosie asks Daddy for a bedtime story, he begins with a princess sharing tea with her teddy. It is not long before Rosie decides to add a hungry dragon to the mix. Rosie and Daddy exchange ideas and create a lovely adventure for the young princess, a family of dragons and a prince who arrives just in time to help. Tell Me a Story, Daddy depicts the special relationship between father and daughter and may just inspire young (and older) storytellers to begin their own story and see where the adventure takes them. When You Were SmallWritten by Sara O’Leary, illustrated by Julie MorstadPublished by Simply Read BooksEach evening, just before he goes to bed, Henry sits with his dad. Their evening visit always begins with Henry asking his dad to tell him what it was like when he (Henry) was ‘small.’ We soon discover Henry was not just ‘small’ when he was young, he was so tiny that he slept in a bedroom slipper, used a ruler for a toboggan and was sometimes used as a replacement for a missing chess piece! When You Were Small is told simply and concisely. The premise could be a greate springboard for imagining just what it was like when you were 'small'.
Here are Some Great Read Alouds for Mother’s Day Oma’s Quilt - Paulette Bourgeois and Stephane Jorisch The Runaway Bunny – Brown, Margaret WiseIts Going to be Perfect – Carlson, Nancy Are You My Mother? - Eastman, P.D. Bearcub and Mama – Jennings, Sharon & Watt, Mélanie Bunny By Honey – Jeram, Anita Mama, Do You Love Me? - Joosse, Barbara M. Mommy Hugs – Katz, Karen The Kissing Hand – Penn, Audrey A Chair for My Mother – Williams, Vera
And, for Father's Day
My Dad – Browne, Anthony A Perfect Father’s Day – Bunting, Eve Balloon Tree – Gilman, Phoebe I’d Know You Anywhere - Hutchins, Hazel Owl Moon – Yolen, Jane If you find this site helpful, I do hope you will consider supporting it by purchasing a book (or many books!) through Amazon.ca or Amazon.com. Thank you.
Happy Reading Carolyn Hart
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