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Author: Sheree Fitch (on JOMB) Illustrator: Yayo (Diego Herrera) Published: 2005 Tradewind Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 1896580785 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Tangy rainbow-fashioned sketches and popping, crackling, soaring, gliding rhyme make these sixty three pages of wordplay and warmth a poetry medley for all ages. Pop over to Becky s Book Reviews for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A. Also mentioned: Loris Lesynski (on JOMB)

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.

Author: Gerald Hausman (on JOMB) Illustrator: Ashley Wolff (on JOMB) Published: 2007 Irie Books ISBN: 0970911262 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Earthy, folk art and simple, friendly narrative intrigue and entertain us with seven traditional Coushatta, Tsimshian and Navajo tales of adventure, transformation, conflict and punishment. Other books mentioned: Doctor Bird: Three Lookin Up Tales From Jamaica

Author: Marianne Berkes Illustrator: Jeanette Canyon Published: 2004 Dawn Publications (on JOMB) ISBN: 1584690623 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Brilliantly peppy polymer clay sculpture and enticing, educational details transform the traditional Over in the Meadow toddlers tune into a celebration of sea life that has captivated our whole family. Other books mentioned: Going Around The Sun: Some Planetary Fun books by Barbara Reid You can learn more about 2008 International Year of the Reef here. More singable books on JOMB: Sing, Sophie Sitting On the Farm The Eensy-Weensy Spider Wenceslas Monster Goose Science Verse Be sure to pop over to Two Writing Teachers for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A.

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

Author: Ben Galbraith Illustrator: Ben Galbraith Published: 2007 Hodder & Stoughton (on JOMB) ISBN: 0340893427 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Stubble, nastiness, dead fish and debris transform foul fishing tactics into a riveting affair in this gloriously disagreeable cautionary tale. You can learn more about the real Poverty Bay (home of author/illustrator, Ben Galbraith) and Bay of Plenty here and here.

Author: Ben Galbraith Illustrator: Ben Galbraith Published: 2007 Hodder & Stoughton (on JOMB) ISBN: 0340893427 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Stubble, nastiness, dead fish and debris transform foul fishing tactics into a riveting affair in this gloriously disagreeable cautionary tale. You can learn more about the real Poverty Bay (home of author/illustrator, Ben Galbraith) and Bay of Plenty here and here.

Author: Michael Bedard (on JOMB) Illustrator: Les Tait (on JOMB) Published: 1999 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765734 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Thoughtful, unhurried narrative and rich, enveloping art capture the clutter and compassion of two celebrated sculptors, a fledgling robin s rescue and the birth of a life-changing friendship. You can learn more about sculptors Frances Loring and Florence Wyle here. Read about the recently published adult book, And Beauty Answers: The Life of Frances Loring and Florence Wyle, here. Aha! I found a photo of their studio church on Glenrose Avenue!

Author: Michael Bedard (on JOMB) Illustrator: Les Tait (on JOMB) Published: 1999 Tundra Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0887765734 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Thoughtful, unhurried narrative and rich, enveloping art capture the clutter and compassion of two celebrated sculptors, a fledgling robin s rescue and the birth of a life-changing friendship. You can learn more about sculptors Frances Loring and Florence Wyle here. Read about the recently published adult book, And Beauty Answers: The Life of Frances Loring and Florence Wyle, here. Aha! I found a photo of their studio church on Glenrose Avenue! Tags:childrens book, Florence Wyle, Frances Loring, Les Tait, Michael Bedard, Podcast, review, sculpture, The Clay Ladieschildrens book, Florence Wyle, Frances Loring, Les Tait, Michael Bedard, Podcast, review, sculpture, The Clay Ladies

Author: Jim LaMarche (on JOMB) Illustrator: Jim LaMarche Published: 2006 Chronicle Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0811844455 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Dreamy, maritime seascapes and homespun charm are brushed lightly with a glimmer of the extraordinary in this magical story of sibling belittling and the delight of possibilities. Other books mentioned: Matilda

Author: Jim LaMarche (on JOMB) Illustrator: Jim LaMarche Published: 2006 Chronicle Books (on JOMB) ISBN: 0811844455 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Dreamy, maritime seascapes and homespun charm are brushed lightly with a glimmer of the extraordinary in this magical story of sibling belittling and the delight of possibilities. Other books mentioned: Matilda Tags:childrens book, fishing, Jim LaMarche, Podcast, review, Up, whalechildrens book, fishing, Jim LaMarche, Podcast, review, Up, whale

Author: Kathryn Lasky (on JOMB) Illustrator: David Catrow (on JOMB) Published: 1995 Hyperion (on JOMB) ISBN: 0786811641 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Scowls, gasps and frowns abound in this surprisingly informative yet thoroughly entertaining account of the Audubon Society, its origins and its triumph over the silliness of the dead-bird fashion industry. Other books mentioned: The Ballot Box Battle You can read more about John Audubon s Bird s of America here.

Author: Kathryn Lasky (on JOMB) Illustrator: David Catrow (on JOMB) Published: 1995 Hyperion (on JOMB) ISBN: 0786811641 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Scowls, gasps and frowns abound in this surprisingly informative yet thoroughly entertaining account of the Audubon Society, its origins and its triumph over the silliness of the dead-bird fashion industry. Other books mentioned: The Ballot Box Battle You can read more about John Audubon s Bird s of America here. Tags:childrens book, David Catrow, Kathryn Lasky, Podcast, review, Shes Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Headchildrens book, David Catrow, Kathryn Lasky, Podcast, review, Shes Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Head

Author: Barbara Bash Illustrator: Barbara Bash Published: 2002 Gibbs Smith ISBN: 1578050804 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Welcoming illustrations and stirring text exalt the gifts of an Indian banyan tree while gently tossing us on waves of darkness, golds, laughter, peace and chatter. You can read more about banyan trees here. Tags:banyan tree, Barbara Bash, childrens book, In The Heart of the Village, Podcast, reviewbanyan tree, Barbara Bash, childrens book, In The Heart of the Village, Podcast, review