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The duck never blinks

Latimer, Alex,


Can you make a duck blink? Probably not. But you can try, in this irreverent and hilarious staring contest between you and a duck that never, ever blinks.
Date Published:2023

The midwinter witch

Ostertag, Lee Knox.


Sequel to: The hidden witch. As his extended family gathers for their annual Midwinter Festival magic competition, Aster decides to enter the contest meant for witches, despite the lingering discomfort and hostility of certain family members. Meanwhile, Ariel struggles to accept her new family's love while her estranged aunt attempts to lure her away by poisoning her self-esteem.
Date Published:2019

The foxes

Ahlstrom, Mark E.


Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, natural habitat, and relationship to humans of the red and gray foxes.
Date Published:1983

What's that smell?

Petty, Kate.


On a shopping trip with her father and baby brother, Amy encounters a variety of smells.
Date Published:1987

The sharing circle

Larsen-Jonasson, Theresa "Corky"


When two red foxes have an argument which breaks apart their community, a gentle buffalo decides to take a braid of sweetgrass to a local elder and asks her to help with a sharing circle for all the animals.
Date Published:2016

Ten-word tiny tales

Coelho, Joseph


"Joseph Coelho and 21 artist friends"--Cover. Artists: Alex T. Smith, Camilla Sucre, Chuck Groenink, Daishu Ma, Dapo Adeola, Dena Seiferling, Flavia Z. Drago, Freya Hartas, Helen Stephens, Julia Sarda, Katie May Green, Karl James Mountford, Maja Kastelic, Mariachiara Di Giorgio, Nahid Kazemi, Raissa Figueroa, Reggie Brown, Shaun Tan, Thea Lu, Yas Imamura, and Yoko Tanaka. UK Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho presents twenty tiny tales--each one illustrated by a different artist, and each just ten words long--in a book that's as much a work of art as an invitation to budding writers. Is it possible to spin a tale using just ten words? In this magnificent compendium, author and poet Joseph Coelho proves that it is--with mini-stories of underwater worlds, demon hamsters, bears in outer space, and portals to places unknown. From charming to creepy, fantastical to mysterious, each tale is paired with an outstanding illustrator, and together words and pictures inspire creativity as young readers are prompted to continue the story. Prefaced with a note from the author and offering two writing challenges at the end, this is an ideal gift for anyone ready to unleash their imagination.
Date Published:2023

"Joseph Coelho and 21 artist friends"--Cover. Artists: Alex T. Smith, Camilla Sucre, Chuck Groenink, Daishu Ma, Dapo Adeola, Dena Seiferling, Flavia Z. Drago, Freya Hartas, Helen Stephens, Julia Sarda, Katie May Green, Karl James Mountford, Maja Kastelic, Mariachiara Di Giorgio, Nahid Kazemi, Raissa Figueroa, Reggie Brown, Shaun Tan, Thea Lu, Yas Imamura, and Yoko Tanaka. UK Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho presents twenty tiny tales--each one illustrated by a different artist, and each just ten words long--in a book that's as much a work of art as an invitation to budding writers. Is it possible to spin a tale using just ten words? In this magnificent compendium, author and poet Joseph Coelho proves that it is--with mini-stories of underwater worlds, demon hamsters, bears in outer space, and portals to places unknown. From charming to creepy, fantastical to mysterious, each tale is paired with an outstanding illustrator, and together words and pictures inspire creativity as young readers are prompted to continue the story. Prefaced with a note from the author and offering two writing challenges at the end, this is an ideal gift for anyone ready to unleash their imagination.

Date Published:2023

The truth about Stacey

Telgemeier, Raina,,


Joining the Baby-sitter's Club after moving to a new town, Stacey helps her new friends outmaneuver a rival sitter group while coming to terms with her diabetes.
Date Published:2015

Warriors graphic novel : Graystripe's adventure

Hunter, Erin.


Full colour. Contains : The lost warrior ; Warrior's refuge ; Warrior's return
Date Published:2017

The last comics on earth

Brallier, Max,


When friends Jack, Quint, June, and Dirk realize they read every issue of their favorite comic, Z-Man, the friends decide to write and illustrate their own comic book.
Date Published:2023

The ice cream vanishes

Sarcone-Roach, Julia,


Squirrel introduces themself at the start as an expert in making snacks disappear by eating or hiding them. What Squirrel really wants to do, though, is use magic to make the food vanish entirely. When a stray ice cream cone is discovered, Squirrel seeks out the help of friend Bear. But what's this? After being left out in the sun, the ice cream is gone! Drunk with power, Squirrel locates an empty ice cream truck and holds a magic show for a plethora of woodland creatures. Afterward, sugary goodness for all!
Date Published:2023

Squirrel introduces themself at the start as an expert in making snacks disappear by eating or hiding them. What Squirrel really wants to do, though, is use magic to make the food vanish entirely. When a stray ice cream cone is discovered, Squirrel seeks out the help of friend Bear. But what's this? After being left out in the sun, the ice cream is gone! Drunk with power, Squirrel locates an empty ice cream truck and holds a magic show for a plethora of woodland creatures. Afterward, sugary goodness for all!

Date Published:2023

Fear this book : your guide to fright, horror, and things that go bump in the night /

Szpirglas, Jeff.


Hackmatack 2008 - 2009. Includes index. What are we most afraid of and why? What happens in our bodies and brains when we get frightened? From superstitions and ghosts to monsters, vampires, snakes, spiders, nightmares, heights, horror movies and more, this book fills you in on every shivery detail and spine-tingling fact about scary stuff.
Date Published:2006

Awesome electronics projects for kids.

Tofel-Grehl, Colby



Date Published:2021

Cranky chicken : crankosaurus

Battersby, Katherine,


The happiest nap ever -- Not a worm? -- Best feathered family. Three stories follow Cranky Chicken and Speedy the worm as they learn about listening, helping friends, and discovering new things.
Date Published:2023

A tulip in winter : a story about folk artist Maud Lewis /

Stinson, Kathy,


"A celebration of a beloved folk artist, and her artistic expression of joy and beauty. Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals, Maud Lewis' iconic folk art is celebrated around the world. Despite her beautiful art, she spent much of her life living in poverty with rheumatoid arthritis. In this stunning picture book, author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Lauren Soloy bring Maud's world to life: how she captured in her art what she loved most, while navigating the mobility issues caused by her condition. From bright paintings of the sea and countryside, to the flowers and birds she painted on the walls of the small house she shared with her husband, Maud's work continues to delight and inspire viewers young and old."--
Date Published:2023

"A celebration of a beloved folk artist, and her artistic expression of joy and beauty. Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals, Maud Lewis' iconic folk art is celebrated around the world. Despite her beautiful art, she spent much of her life living in poverty with rheumatoid arthritis. In this stunning picture book, author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Lauren Soloy bring Maud's world to life: how she captured in her art what she loved most, while navigating the mobility issues caused by her condition. From bright paintings of the sea and countryside, to the flowers and birds she painted on the walls of the small house she shared with her husband, Maud's work continues to delight and inspire viewers young and old."--

Date Published:2023

Fern and Otto : a story about two best friends /

Graegin, Stephanie,


Incorporates comic book elements, such as panelling and speech bubbles. When best friends Fern, a bear, and Otto, a cat, go searching for an exciting story in the forest, they have different ideas about what that means. Fern thinks they should stop and watch a race between a tortoise and a hare, but Otto worries a tortoise is too slow to be exciting. Fern thinks the three brothers talking about how to build a house is incredibly interesting, but Otto isn't convinced. Along the way, the two friends meet a little girl in red who is off to visit her grandmother (and a wolf headed the same way!); a cranky girl complaining that her porridge isn't the right temperature; and many others. But it's not until they run into a big scary witch that they both can agree that this is not the kind of excitement they had in mind. With irresistible illustrations and tons of charming details, this is a delightful fantasy adventure that proves the best adventures are the ones you share.
Date Published:2020

Incorporates comic book elements, such as panelling and speech bubbles. When best friends Fern, a bear, and Otto, a cat, go searching for an exciting story in the forest, they have different ideas about what that means. Fern thinks they should stop and watch a race between a tortoise and a hare, but Otto worries a tortoise is too slow to be exciting. Fern thinks the three brothers talking about how to build a house is incredibly interesting, but Otto isn't convinced. Along the way, the two friends meet a little girl in red who is off to visit her grandmother (and a wolf headed the same way!); a cranky girl complaining that her porridge isn't the right temperature; and many others. But it's not until they run into a big scary witch that they both can agree that this is not the kind of excitement they had in mind. With irresistible illustrations and tons of charming details, this is a delightful fantasy adventure that proves the best adventures are the ones you share.

Date Published:2020

Plant a seed & see what grows

Gahler, Roland.


Teach a child to plant a seed while they're still open to learning, and let them see what grows.
Date Published:2016

Thank you, Santa / written by Margaret Wild ; illustrated by Kerry Argent.

Wild, Margaret


A little girl becomes Santa's pen pal throughout the course of one year and learns some interesting facts about polar animals.
Date Published:1992

Pirates past noon : the graphic novel /

Laird, Jenny, 1969-


"A Stepping Stone book." "RH Graphic"--Spine. "The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie to an island in the Caribbean where they dig up buried treasure with real-life pirates"--
Date Published:2022

Museum trip

Lehman, Barbara.


In this wordless picture book, a boy imagines himself inside some of the exhibits when he goes on a field trip to a museum.
Date Published:2006

Minecraft bite-size builds : over 20 exciting mini-projects /

McBrien, Thomas,


"Mojang Studios." General build tips -- Creeper in the woods -- Toadstool house -- Tropical beach chalet -- Alarm system -- Survivalist's vault -- Combination lock -- Fairy treehouse -- Superhero flying school -- Item destroyer -- Firefighter plane -- Shooting gallery -- Halloween maze -- Train station -- Cart collector -- Bouncy castle -- Medieval windmill -- Portal toggle -- Outdoor amphitheater -- Hidden bunker -- Dolphin fountain -- Aviary pyramid -- Deep-sea submarine -- Underwater airlock -- Combination challenges -- Goodbye. "Learn how to design, build and customize 20 mini-projects in Minecraft, from firefighter planes and deep-sea submarines to hidden bunkers and arcade games. There's even a superhero flying school! With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will teach you new tricks and help you practice old skills as you create bite-size builds to impress your friends in Minecraft."-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2021

"Mojang Studios." General build tips -- Creeper in the woods -- Toadstool house -- Tropical beach chalet -- Alarm system -- Survivalist's vault -- Combination lock -- Fairy treehouse -- Superhero flying school -- Item destroyer -- Firefighter plane -- Shooting gallery -- Halloween maze -- Train station -- Cart collector -- Bouncy castle -- Medieval windmill -- Portal toggle -- Outdoor amphitheater -- Hidden bunker -- Dolphin fountain -- Aviary pyramid -- Deep-sea submarine -- Underwater airlock -- Combination challenges -- Goodbye. "Learn how to design, build and customize 20 mini-projects in Minecraft, from firefighter planes and deep-sea submarines to hidden bunkers and arcade games. There's even a superhero flying school! With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will teach you new tricks and help you practice old skills as you create bite-size builds to impress your friends in Minecraft."-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2021