Thursday, June 11, 2009

In Ecstasy by Kate McCaffrey

In Ecstasy is a Young Adult book about the results of drug use in two 15 year old girls' lives. On a whim they decide to use ecstasy and the story unfolds. Their friendship sours as each is alone within their own grim reality. Find it in YA FIC MCC.

A Gift of Munsch (DVD) by Robert Munsch

Here's a great compilation of six stories by Robert Munsch. "Something Good", "50 Below Zero", "The Paper Bag Princess", "Murmel, Murmel, Murmel", "Purple Green and Yellow" and "Love You Forever" are all available for your enjoyment. Find it in JUN DVD FIC MUN

Thursday, June 4, 2009

The Book of Pellinor Series by Alison Croggon

Maerad is a slave in a desperate and unforgiving settlement, taken there as a child after her family is destroyed in war. She is unaware that she possesses a powerful gift, one that marks her as a member of the School of Pellinor. It is only when she is discovered by Cadvan one of the great Bards of Lirigon, that her true heritage and extraordinary destiny unfold and adventure begins! Find it in YA FIC CRO

Princess Pigsty by Cornelia Funke

Little Princess Isabella has it all--and she's had enough of all of it!
Dresses much to precious to climb trees in, footmen on hand to blow her nose, lessons on how to smile for an hour straight: Being a princess is boring. So she chucks her crown out the window! Find it in F3

The Wonderful Pigs of Jillian Jiggs by Phoebe Gilman

When Jillian Jiggs finally clenas her room, she discovers a jar of buttons and decides they look just like pigs' noses. So she comes up with a fantastic idea--she'll make pigs and sell them! She makes pirate pigs and princess pigs, striped pigs and plaid pigs...but once they are made, can Jillian part with them? This book comes with a listening CD. Find it by the theme boxes in JR KIT STAGE G2

Piper Reed--The Great Gypsy by Kimberly Willis Holt

Piper has plenty to keep her busy. She's got new neighbours, a spaceship beach house, a trip to New Orleans, and the Gypsy Club pet show. Can she teach her dog tricks and win the pet show? Find it in JUN FIC HOL

When Dinosaurs Came With Everything by Elise Broach

Just when a little boy thinks he's going to die of boredom from running errands with his mom, the most remarkable thing happens. He discovers that on this day only, stores everywhere are giving away a very special treat. Something very, very big. It's a dream come true.
Find it in B2

Welcome Song For Baby by Richard Van Camp

Beautiful board book with photos of some of the cutest little ones you will see. If your little ones likes to look at pictures of babies they will love this book. Borrow it and enjoy! Find it in Board 1

Spyology by Spencer Blake

To be a truly great spy, courage and cunning must become your closest allies. You must crack classified codes, spin airtight cover stories, don foolproof disguises, and infiltrate the most closely guarded of your enemies operations. Only the rare few are sharp enough to penetrate the secrets of Spyology. Find it in JUN 327.12 BLA

Alive by Anita Ganeri

Fantastic new anatomy book with pop up pages. Your body is a miracle of engineering--that's what this book is, too. See your skull leap off the page, watch your brain light up with electrical impulses, and listen to your heart as it beats within an awe-inspiring 3-D ribcage. Find it in JUN 612 HUM

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Mr. Birthday by Roger Hargreaves

Four new books in the Mr. Men and Little Miss Series. New titles are
"Mr. Birthday", "Little Miss Splendid and the Princess", "Little Miss Trouble and the Mermaid", and "Little Miss Fun". Find them in H3

The Ghosthunters Series by Cornelia Funke

Tom has a ghost hiding out in his basement. Why? It's being chased by an incredibly revolting ghost. Good thing Tom's mother's best friend is a world famous ghosthunter! This is the first in a ghastly fantastic series. Get scared silly! Find it in JUNIOR FIC FUN

The Way We Work by David Macaulay

Ever wonder how you breathe, or why? Or what happens to broccoli once your teeth are done with it? Or how your eyes turn at the same time and in the same direction? We do take the amazing human body for granted. But in this book David Macaulay introduces you to you. Wow!
Find it in JUNIOR 612 MAC

Pretend Soup by Mollie Katzen and Ann Henderson

Do you want to be able to cook with the help of your preschooler? This is a
great cookbook with colour step-by-step pictures to help get it done. Lots of fun and simple recipes like Quesadillas, Bagel Faces and Green Spaghetti.
Yum! Find it in JUNIOR 641.5123 KAT