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Chinook Regional Library |
NO, DAVID!
by David Shannon.
Just right for toddlers and beginning readers, this charming picture
book is packed with fun-filled chaos as well as a loving, reassuring, and
endearing message for both parents and children alike. Ages: 2-5.
SARAH MAY AND THE NEW RED DRESS
by Andrea Spalding.
The story and vibrant illustrations capture a child's sadness at being
denied a much longed-for item, hope that it will come someday, and ultimate
joy of a dream come true. Canadian author. Ages: 4-8.
NINE MAN TREE
by Robert Newton Peck.
In Depression-era Florida, young Yoolee attempts to assume the responsibility
of protecting his family from an unspeakable horror stalking the swamplands.
Ages: 10-14.
THE PIRATE'S SON
by Geraldine McCaughrean.
Left penniless in 18th century England, fourteen-year-old Nathan Gull
and his mousy sister Maud accompany Tamo, the son of a notorious pirate,
to his homeland of Madagascar where they are all changed by their encounter
with Tamo's dangerous past. Ages: 10-14.
PARTY GIRL
by Lynne Ewing.
The death of her best friend Ana in a drive-by shooting causes fifteen-year-old
Kata to question her position in the Los Angeles gang life. Ages: 14-16.
A CHILD'S TREASURY OF NURSERY RHYMES
by Kady MacDonald Denton.
Charming illustrations and a thoughtful selection of 145 favourites
will appeal to children at different stages in their lives. Winner of the
1998 Governor General's Literary Award for Children's Literature-Illustration.
Ages: birth-8.
THE BIG BOOK OF GAMES
by Dorothy Stott
This collection of over four dozen favourite games is an invaluable
resource for party planners or for anyone who just wants to have a good
time. Ages: 4-8.
SPECIAL EFFECTS IN FILM AND TELEVISION
by Jake Hamilton
The intriguing tricks used by pyrotechnic experts, camera technicians,
and electronic wizards are all included here, as are the intricate skills
of model-making, puppetry, and digital animation. Ages: 10+.
INUIT ART
by Ingo Hessel.
A beautiful and definitive introduction to the full range of internationally
acclaimed Inuit sculpture, prints, drawings, and textile arts. Canadian
author.
THE LIFE OF BIRDS
by David Attenborough
The esteemed naturalist provides an illuminating panorama of every
aspect of birds' lives accompanied with more than 200 photographs.
SKETCHES FROM THE RANCH
by Dan Aadland
Through words and drawings, we learn how the season and the interaction
of people with their horses and other livestock shape life on a Montana
ranch and foster a continuity between the generations.
THE UKRAINIAN WEDDING
by Larry Warwaruk.
Part murder mystery, part folk-tale, this story celebrates life in
the Ukrainian settlements in the Manitoba Interlake district during World
War 2. 1998 Saskatchewan Book Award Winner for Fiction
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