Staff Picks
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Some current titles that are favourites with Staff.
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Blue Chameleon by Emily Gravett
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Blue Chameleon is sad and lonely. As he encounters various objects in his search for a friend, Chameleon takes us on a humourous tour through colours and patterns. Every time he encounters a potential ‘friend', he does what chameleons do best: he changes his colour to match! Whether he's imitating a yellow banana or a green grasshopper, Chameleon teaches us about colours in his own special way. A great book for children just learning about the world of colours, or as a keepsake for a new baby. For ages 2 - 5 - Katherine ($19.99)
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Come, Thou Tortoise by Jessica Grant
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Audrey returns home to Newfoundland when her father suffers a strange accident. This book is her journey home, reminisces from her childhood and startling new discoveries all rolled into one. It is a story of family, of loss, of love. It is filled with wit and whimsy and wordplay. Oh, and also Winnifred. The tortoise. Who is wise and wonderful. Charming and sweet and a little bit odd, this is an utterly unforgettable book. For ages 15+ - Lisa ($19.95)
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Emily's House by Niko Scharer, illustrated by Joanne Fitzgerald
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When Emily listens, Emily frowns. She hears two very loud sounds and she doesn't know what to do. Taking the advice of a mouse (never a good idea!), she ends up with a house full of animals and far too many noises. In this beautifully illustrated and simple story, a new animal and a new noise are introduced on every page. The repetition, the animal noises and the fantastic rhythm make this book an absolute delight to read aloud. For ages 0 - 3 - Suzy ($9.95)
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How Full is Your Bucket? by Tom Rath & Mary Reckmeyer
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This book follows Felix, a school aged boy who is learning about feelings and bullying. After Felix refuses to play with his younger sister, his grandfather describes the invisible bucket which is attached to everyone, holding their good feelings. Felix learns that everyone's bucket is affected by how they are treated and what happens during their day. This book is great for teaching young children about feelings and treatment of others. For ages 4 - 7 - Jess ($22.95)
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Neil Flambé and the Marco Polo Murders by Kevin Sylvester
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Neil Flambé was destined to become a great chef: his first word was capers and his culinary genius was evident before the age of seven. In this first book in the series about the fourteen year old wunderchef we discover that his talents in the kitchen have also led to a crime-solving career. For ages 9 - 13 - Rachel ($12.95)
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The Hidden Bestiary by Judy Young
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In the spirit of Graeme Base's Animalia, this fictional explorer's journal contains maps, clues and elaborate illustrations meant to aid the reader in solving the mystery of the missing (and possibly magical) creatures. Rhyming verse and a creature index complement the fantastical nature of this book. For 7 and up - Christine ($21.95)
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The Higher Power of Lucky by Susan Patron
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Lucky Trimble is ten, tenacious and totally charming. However, her mother has died, her father left long ago and now she is filled with the fear that her guardian Brigitte will leave her as well. With a survival-kit on her back and friends by her side, she decides to ditch her small desert town in search of the source of her own higher power. Lucky exudes a sense of wisdom beyond her years and a kind of vulnerability we can all relate to. This is a complex and inspiring story for mature middle readers and adults like. For ages 9+ - Juliane ($7.99)
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The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
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At once romantic, scary, smart and shocking, this book defies categorization and is the most gripping page-turner I've read in years. Set in an uncomfortably believable future, it will make you question what you'd do to stay alive. The best thing about The Hunger Games? It's only Book one. For ages 12+ - Meg ($19.99)
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The Usborne Book of Famous Paintings by Rosie Dickens
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This book showcases 35 paintings, from the 15th century to modern day, artists such as van Eyck, Michelangelo, Renoir, O'Keefe and Warhol. The printed art is beautifully reproduced in full page size, with some two page foldouts. The text highlights technical points about each piece, pointing out details in each work, as well as some historical and contextual background. An enjoyable look at diverse art works for all ages! For ages 8+ - Nadine ($18.95)
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