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 Of Horror and Heroism: The Donkey of Gallipoli (A True Story of Courage in World War I)
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October 01, 2008
Author: Mark Greenwood (on JOMB) Illustrator: Frané Lessac (on JOMB) Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 0763639133 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Deceptively simple looking folk art illustrations, uncluttered narration and sparse, intimate utterings deliver some of the dark, disturbing details of war in this eye-opening, true tale of courage, carnage and camaraderie. More war and peace on JOMB: A Poppy is To Remember Gleam and Glow Janusz Korczak’s Children What We Remember Lugalbanda: The Boy Who Got Caught Up In A War HOTLINE VOICES: Bobby (a grade two teacher in Phoenix, AZ) describes a difference of opinion between he and his fiancée (a grade one teacher) and asks the question, what is the best way to read books to a group of children?
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Life is Good: Jillian Jiggs
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August 22, 2008
Author: Phoebe Gilman Illustrator: Phoebe Gilman Published: 1985 Scholastic Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0590413406 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Good friends, good intentions and an unstoppable stream of creativity: this infectiously upbeat tale of disarray, distraction and blissful disobedience makes us glad we chose the adventure that is family life. We can t imagine a childhood without it. Other books mentioned: The Wonderful Pigs of Jillian Jiggs Jillian Jiggs to the Rescue Jillian Jiggs and the Secret Surprise Pop over to Read. Imagine. Talk. for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A. Joy is what happens when we allow ourselves to recognize how good things are. Marianne Williamson
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Idol Ambition: The Fisherman and the Turtle
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August 13, 2008
Author: Eric Kimmel (on JOMB) Illustrator: Martha Aviles (on JOMB) Published: 2008 Marshall Cavendish (on JOMB) ISBN: 0761453873 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Cheery, stylized illustrations and friendly, informal narration breath new life into this traditional tale of fish, wishes and contentment. You can read more about Tenochtitlán and Aztec gods here and here. More greed on JOMB: Rumplestilskin’s Daughter Greedyanna Sanji and the Baker The Three Fishing Brothers Gruff The King of Capri Pirate Bob
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Desert Zest: 52 Days By Camel (My Sahara Adventure)
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July 30, 2008
Author: Lawrie Raskin and Debora Pearson Photographer: Lawrie Raskin Published: 1998 Annick Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 1554511364 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Passion sparked by childhood reading leads us through snow, salt, sandstorms, camel spit and souks in this eye opening introduction to the wonders of the Sahara and the sensational potential of curiosity and pluck. More of the Arab World on JOMB: The Butter Man Lugalbanda: The Boy Who Got Caught Up In The War My Friend Jamal If we sound slightly odd in this show, it s because we recorded it during a live television appearance on Roger s Daytime.
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Putting Peckish in Perspective: The Butter Man
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July 23, 2008
Author: Elizabeth Alalou and Ali Alalou Illustrator: Julie Klear Essakalli Published: 2008 Charlesbridge (on JOMB) ISBN: 1580891276 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Mouth-watering memories of fresh bread and butter and the crawling gnawing of famine s want make a father s reflection on childhood hunger food for thought about patience, gratitude and luck. More books touching on hunger on JOMB: Mei Ming and the Dragon’s Daughter The Painted Chest The King’s Equal Rumplestilskin’s Daughter More delicious food on JOMB: Too Many Tamales A Medieval Feast The Tortilla Cat The Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza
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Loving Your Label: Patrick the Somnambulist
from Just One More Book!!
July 16, 2008
Author: Sarah Ackerley (on JOMB) Illustrator: Sarah Ackerley Published: 2008 1933831073 (on JOMB) ISBN: 1933831073 Amazon.com Quiet absurdity and understated text relay the hilarious tale of a unique young penguin who swaps stigma for stupendous in this inspiring invitation to embrace our traits. Podcasts mentioned: LD Podcast Stuttering is Cool
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Heeding Homelessness: Lily and the Paper Man
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July 09, 2008
Author: Rebecca Upjohn (on JOMB) Illustrator: Renne Benoit (on JOMB) Published: 2007 Second Story Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 189718719X Chapters.ca Amazon.com Fall rain surrenders to vividly blustering snow as a young girl thinks her way from fear through curiosity, empathy and finally into action in this heartwarming tale of hardship and humanity. More books touching on homelessness on JOMB: The Cardboard Shack Beneath the Bridge I Can Hear the Sun Amelia’s Road
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Loss, Laughs and Loony-Proof Love: My Dad’s A Birdman
from Just One More Book!!
June 18, 2008
Author: David Almond (on JOMB) Illustrator: Polly Dunbar (on JOMB) Published: 2007 Candlewick Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 0763636673 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Airy illustrations, playful, British dialogue and sprightly dipping, gliding narrative give flight to a zany father-daughter adventure that dances delicately between tenderness, tomfoolery, hope and despair landing lightly in the comfort of allied abandon. You can read the first three chapters of this book here. More dreams of flying on JOMB: Fly, Eagle, Fly I Can Hear the Sun Tudley Didn’t Know Chopsticks Today I Will Fly!
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Picking Your Pace: The Painted Chest
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June 14, 2008
Author: Judith Christine Mills (on JOMB) Illustrator: Judith Christine Mills Published: 2007 Key Porter Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 155263809X Chapters.ca Amazon.com Windswept bleakness and ceaseless toil surrender to light hearts and lushness as this beautifully illustrated allegory reminds us to make time for music, beauty and the nourishment of our souls. Beware of the Barrenness of a Busy Life Socrates Other books mentioned: Wild Cameron Women Some Helpful Tips for a Better World and a Happier Life
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Truth, Tyranny and Teamwork: The Mysterious Benedict Society
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June 11, 2008
Author: Trenton Lee Stewart Illustrator: Carson Ellis Published: 2006 Little, Brown and Co. (on JOMB) ISBN: 0316003956 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Creativity, dexterity, integrity and retentivity are raised to the rank of super-power as four stray eleven year olds battle mind-numbing media, personal misgivings and the elaborate scheming of a mind-sweeping megalomaniac in this puzzle-filled, cleverly hilarious page-turner. You can watch a great little documentary about Carson Ellis s album art fame here.
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Scribes, Shadows and Freedom of Speech: The Story of the Search for the Story
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June 04, 2008
Author: Bjorn Sortland Illustrator: Lars Elling Published: 1995 CarolRhoda (on JOMB) ISBN: 1575053756 Chapters.ca Amazon.com A swirling stew of settings, characters and literary greats drift between puzzling nested plots and enticing factual references to make this dramatically illustrated, dreamlike adventure an intriguing exploration of literature, censorship and the importance of storytelling and independent thought. Other books mentioned: Pippi Longstocking
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Orchestrating Inspiration: Lady Liberty - A Biography
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May 28, 2008
Author: Doreen Rappaport Illustrator: Matt Tavares Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB) ISBN: 0763625302 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Stunningly warm, intimate illustrations and eleven candid first person accounts capture the crescendo of Lady Liberty s creation, from idea to unveiling, and give us an enduring appreciation for the landmark, her creators and the many lives she has touched. Other books mentioned: Taj Mahal Pier 21: Gateway of Hope You can learn more about the process of illustrating this book here.
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Reading Frenzy: Fire Up With Reading!
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May 03, 2008
Author: Toni Buzzeo Illustrator: Sachiko Yoshikawa Published: 2007 Upstart Books ISBN: 1602130191 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Arm-waving exuberance and ear-to-ear grins explode from every page of this energizing literary extravaganza. Other books mentioned: Our Librarian Won t Tell Us Anything R is for Research
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Oh, Give Me A Home: Buffalo Music
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April 23, 2008
Author: Tracey Fern Illustrator: Lauren Castillo Published: 2008 Clarion (on JOMB) ISBN: 0618723412 A feisty, self-aware pioneer woman, the man who knows and loves her and the coddling of a cabin full of beautiful baby bison what more could a pet-deprived young reader ask for? Based on the true story of Mary Ann Goodnight s determination to save the Texas buffalo and told with humour and a Texan twang, this is an inspiring story of hard work and simpler times. You can read more about Mary Ann and Charles Goodnight here and here. Chapters.ca Amazon.com
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Feudal Food, Facts & Fanfare: A Medieval Feast
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April 19, 2008
Author: Aliki (a.k.a. Aliki Liacouras Brandenberg) Illustrator: Aliki Published: 1983 HarperTrophy (on JOMB) ISBN: 0064460509 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Generous illustrations with a fifteenth century flair combine with friendly, accessible narrative to make this well-researched account of the exhaustive preparations and extravagance of a medieval feast an engaging story time favourite.
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Canine Coastguard: Heroes of Isle aux Morts
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April 02, 2008
Author: Alice Walsh Illustrator: Geoff Butler (on JOMB) Published: 2001 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765017 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Based on a true story and starring a Newfoundland dog, this suspenseful account of a daring maritime rescue is an inspiring reminder of the resourcefulness, generosity and pluck of an era gone by. You can read more about the Canadian Coast Guard vessel, CGCS Ann Harvey, which was named for one of the young rescuers, here. Other ships and shipwrecks on JOMB: The Killick The Lamp, the Ice and the Boat Called Fish The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell Up Pirate Bob More working dogs on JOMB: Rosie: A Visiting Dog’s Story How Smudge Came You can learn more about Newfoundland Dogs here.
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 Canine Coastguard: Heroes of Isle aux Morts
from Just One More Book!!
April 02, 2008
Author: Alice Walsh Illustrator: Geoff Butler (on JOMB) Published: 2001 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765017 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Based on a true story and starring a Newfoundland dog, this suspenseful account of a daring maritime rescue is an inspiring reminder of the resourcefulness, generosity and pluck of an era gone by. You can read more about the Canadian Coast Guard vessel, CGCS Ann Harvey, which was named for one of the young rescuers, here. Other ships and shipwrecks on JOMB: The Killick The Lamp, the Ice and the Boat Called Fish The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell Up Pirate Bob More working dogs on JOMB: Rosie: A Visiting Dog???s Story How Smudge Came You can learn more about Newfoundland Dogs here.
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Greatness, Gratitude and Generosity: Piano Starts Here (The Young Art Tatum)
from Just One More Book!!
March 29, 2008
Author: Robert Andrew Parker Illustrator: Robert Andrew Parker Published: 2008 Random House (on JOMB) ISBN: 0375839658 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Breezy, evocative images and fondly recalled, first-person narrative provide an intimate if imagined look at the early life and loves of Jazz legend, Art Tatum. You can learn more about Art Tatum here. More music on JOMB: Ben’s Trumpet Jazz ABZ (An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits) The Bat Boy and His Violin Across the Alley The Philharmonic Gets Dressed More books featuring visually impaired protagonists on JOMB: The Sound of Colors
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 Greatness, Gratitude and Generosity: Piano Starts Here (The Young Art Tatum)
from Just One More Book!!
March 29, 2008
Author: Robert Andrew Parker Illustrator: Robert Andrew Parker Published: 2008 Random House (on JOMB) ISBN: 0375839658 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Breezy, evocative images and fondly recalled, first-person narrative provide an intimate if imagined look at the early life and loves of Jazz legend, Art Tatum. You can learn more about Art Tatum here. More music on JOMB: Ben???s Trumpet Jazz ABZ (An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits) The Bat Boy and His Violin Across the Alley The Philharmonic Gets Dressed More books featuring visually impaired protagonists on JOMB: The Sound of Colors
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