Twelve-year-old Brody, and his kid brother, are sent to stay with their reclusive Aunt Sally, when their mom falls seriously ill. But, they soon discover things are not as they appear, and a strange phenomenon is happening in the small retro town. What mystery is Tucker’s Mountain hiding? Unsure of who or what they can trust, the boys embark on a hunt for answers that reveals more than they bargained for. Targeted Age Group:: 9-12 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? Years ago, … [Read more...] about Visitors by WJ Scott
And So, Ahmed Hears by Dawn Doig
Little Ahmed lives in a world of silence, unaware that the world around him can be experienced in a whole other way. A heartwarming story of discovery and the need for early diagnosis of a common childhood sensory impairment. Targeted Age Group:: 3 to 8 years (but all ages will enjoy it!) What Inspired You to Write Your Book? In my career as an audiologist, it was always an amazing experience to watch children discover sound for the first time or to help an adult reconnect with the world … [Read more...] about And So, Ahmed Hears by Dawn Doig
Marie and Mr. Bee by Margaret Welwood
Marie is a happy little girl who lives in a cabin in the woods, working and playing with her forest friends--until a not-so-busy bee entices her to neglect her work! "All sorts of important ideas pop up while Marie and her friends work and play in the forest: the power of choice, the treasure of friendship, the capabilities of 'disabled' children, what kindness looks like." (Amazon reviewer) Children with disabilities and their parents find Marie's story empowering. "I love that the main … [Read more...] about Marie and Mr. Bee by Margaret Welwood
Chinese New Year Wishes by Jillian Lin
It is Hong's favorite time of the year. His whole family celebrates. It is the Chinese New Year. In this beautifully illustrated book, children aged 2 to 6 will follow Hong as he and his family prepare for and celebrate the Chinese New Year Festival. They will also enjoy reading the story behind the most important celebration in Chinese culture. More interesting facts and questions for discussion are included at the back of the book. Written in English and Chinese, Chinese New Year Wishes … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Wishes by Jillian Lin
Kippi the Conqueror: Beyond the Clouds by Kady Oliker
Kippi's grandfather has passed away, but she wonders if he is truly gone. When the sky opens and a ladder appears, Kippi sets off on an adventure to discover his new home. Using charming illustrations and simple words, Kippi the Conqueror tackles the topic of death in a sweet and whimsical way and will help children as they come to terms with the loss of a loved one. Targeted Age Group:: 4-8 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? It’s the first in the Kippi series, which is designed to … [Read more...] about Kippi the Conqueror: Beyond the Clouds by Kady Oliker
Featured Book: The Window and The Bus by Noelle Strommen
About Featured Book: The Window and The Bus by Noelle Strommen The Window and the Bus is a story about a child who wakes up very early in the morning and waits by the window to see who is driving the school bus. He does this every single day despite the fact that he does not ride the bus to school. This story deals with anxiety and obsessive worry through the eyes of a child. The message is awareness of the irrational fear with the hope and optimism that tomorrow will be a better … [Read more...] about Featured Book: The Window and The Bus by Noelle Strommen
The Ladybug and the Ant by Carole St-Laurent
Two impossible dreams. An uplifting friendship forged in stone. Delightful and exciting, your child will be charmed by this blooming friendship tale. Step into an enchanted garden of flowers where friendship blooms and dreams come true. As one dreams of flying freely like a butterfly, the other, a lonely orphan, wishes to be part of a family. Will the Ladybug have to spend the rest of her life alone? Will the Ant be condemned to a life of all work and no play? Find out as they’re unique … [Read more...] about The Ladybug and the Ant by Carole St-Laurent
Featured Children’s Book: Dynomike: Pay It Forward by Frankie B. Rabbit
About Dynomike: Pay It Forward by Frankie B. Rabbit Dynomike wants some strawberry pickles, but the store is fresh out! Luckily, his trip is not a total waste. He is in just the right place to help his friend Spunky catch his runaway banana cart. Expecting nothing in return, this kind gesture starts a chain reaction of good deeds. In Dynomike: Pay It Forward, follow Dynomike and his friends through their neighborhood as they use their hands, head, and heart in simple ways to pay it forward … [Read more...] about Featured Children’s Book: Dynomike: Pay It Forward by Frankie B. Rabbit
FEATURED BOOK: World Football Domination: The Player Intelligence Mission by Anthony Ranieri
Genre: young adult sports fiction This is the second instalment of a football science fiction journey shared by two countries from opposite ends of the world. Desperate to win the 2054 Football World Cup—Chinese operatives from the mission Ninjutsu project develop a spy drone to steal competitor information that will give them an edge during the tournament. But Gunnar Grimsson and his Icelandic technology—the player virtual identification system, have other ideas to thwart their bold move … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: World Football Domination: The Player Intelligence Mission by Anthony Ranieri
Meet Odie by D.S. Provance
Meet Odie is an interactive book with lots of fun, colorful photographs to illustrate Odie's story. In it, Odie tells you about himself: why he reads with his nose, wears a dog tag, loves walks, and so much more. His lighthearted book is a good introduction for children getting their first dog. Complementing Odie's story are "Paw Smart" educational facts. The Paw Smart series includes Meet Odie and Odie Explores. Targeted Age Group:: 3-10 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I wrote the … [Read more...] about Meet Odie by D.S. Provance
