How to Become an Accidental Genius

By Elizabeth MacLeod and Frieda Wishinsky; Jenn Playford (ill.)

From Kevlar and Corn Flakes to pacemakers and ice pops, How to Become an Accidental Genius presents a vibrant and brainy compendium of “accidental” innovations from the last 200 years. Award-winning authors Elizabeth MacLeod and ... Read More »

April 11, 2019 | Filed under: Children and YA Non-fiction, Kids’ Books

Always with You

By Eric Walters and Carloe Liu (ill.)

When a little girl’s grandfather dies, she knows that although he is “gone,” he is still very much a part of her life. Emily sees reminders of him everywhere, from a framed photograph on her ... Read More »

April 1, 2019 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

Camp Average

By Craig Battle

“We’re Number Two!” chant the returning denizens of Camp Avalon, affectionately nicknamed Camp Average for its notable lack of sporting prowess. Little do they know that changes are afoot: this summer there’s a new director, ... Read More »

March 28, 2019 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

Orange for the Sunsets

By Tina Athaide

In 1971, nine years after Uganda declared independence, General Idi Amin staged a coup in the African country, seized power, and executed his predecessor’s supporters. In August of 1972, he declared Ugandans of South Asian ... Read More »

March 25, 2019 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

Stinky Science: Why the Smelliest Smells Smell So Smelly

By Edward Kay and Mike Shiell (ill.)

The Anal Stage, according to Sigmund Freud, is the period during which children – having left behind the nipples and bottles of the oral stage – become fixated on all things butt related. During these ... Read More »

March 21, 2019 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books

★ Operatic

By Kyo Maclear and Byron Eggenschwiler (ill.)

Expectations are high for this debut graphic novel from prolific writer Kyo Maclear and Calgary illustrator Byron Eggenschwiler. For publisher Groundwood Books, Operatic follows on the success of huge literary hits Jane, the Fox & ... Read More »

March 18, 2019 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

★ Gargantua (Jr!)

By Kevin Sylvester

Imagine if after creating all that havoc in Manhattan, Godzilla had a child, changed its ways, and helped rebuild the city it destroyed – determined to be an upstanding citizen. That is basically the premise ... Read More »

March 14, 2019 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books

Moon Wishes

By Guy and Patricia Storms; Milan Pavlović (ill.)

There is a picture book for every mood, emotion, and time of day, including the quieter moments. Three peaceful new releases encourage readers to be present, keep calm, and read on. Moon Wishes by Guy ... Read More »

March 11, 2019 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books