Staff Book Picks

Photo Illustrations in books for Children hold a special place in my heart.  From my early childhood (a very long time ago!) I still remember the gorgeous and enchanting photos in "Holiday for Edith and the Bears" by Dare Wright.  If you'd like to build wonderful memories, with books that will make a deep impression on your own children, we have some lovely titles in stock for you to explore together.  Some of the following books are true stories, and some are fiction, but they are all creatively illustrated with sumptuous photographs. 

  

What the Dinosaurs Did Last Night by Refe Tuma; Susan Tuma

ISBN: 9780316294591

Publication Date: 2014-10-28

From the creative parents who brought the world the web sensation "Dinovember" comes photographic proof of what toys get up to when the rest of the house is asleep. You might have noticed weird things happening in your house. Unexplainable messes. Food all over the kitchen floor. Who could the culprits be? Dinosaurs! Boasting bright and hilarious photographs, along with a story written from the point of view of an older, wiser sibling, Refe and Susan Tuma's picture book documents a very messy adventure that shows just what the dinosaurs did last night.

 

Peanut Butter and Cupcake by Terry Border (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780399167737

Publication Date: 2014-07-29

For fans of The Day the Crayons Quit, Little Pea, or How Are You Peeling? What's a little piece of bread to do when he's feeling lonely? Find a friend, of course! And that's exactly what Peanut Butter tries to do. But sometimes friends are hard to come by, especially when Hamburger has to walk his (hot) dogs, Cupcake is too busy building castles in her sprinkle box, and Egg laughs so hard he starts to crack up! Does Peanut Butter have a soulmate? Young readers will know the answer long before Peanut Butter does and laugh along with each mismatched pairing. In a story that pairs silliness with poignancy, and friendship with anthropomorphic food, Terry Border, the photography mastermind behind the Bent Objects project, makes a triumphant entrance into the children's book world. Complete with a rhyming refrain, this is sure to be a favorite family read-aloud-and laugh-aloud. Praise for PEANUT BUTTER & CUPCAKE "Border’s witty food comedy will lure children who are hungry for clever visual entertainment."--Publishers Weekly "[T]he creatively zany photographs...will make this a read-aloud hit."--School Library Journal "This book would be a great read-aloud on friendship and food."--Library Media Connection

 

The Hen Who Sailed Around the World by Guirec Soudée

ISBN: 9780316448840

Publication Date: 2018-10-02

Meet Monique! In this true story, online phenomenon Guirec Soudée shares his adventures both unbelievable and heartwarming, sailing around the world with his brave, affectionate red hen, Monique. Monique is a highly accomplished chicken: she surfs, she skateboards, and she just crossed the world on a tiny boat with her human companion, Guirec, who helped steer. On their three-year journey, together they were unstoppable. When they became stranded in the ice off Greenland for four months, Monique, unruffled as always, kept Guirec alive with her eggs-- and they both made it home. Guirec and Monique are irresistible as unlikely comrades and friends taking on the world, and Guirec documented their journey with his remarkable, comical photographs. A deeply touching portrait of the real-life bond between animals and the humans who love them as well as a thrilling survival story, The Hen Who Sailed Around the World is an adventure for the ages.

 

The True Story of Ten Dogs - Stay by Michaela Muntean; K. C. Bailey (Illustrator); Stephen Kazmierski (Photographer)

ISBN: 9780545234979

Publication Date: 2012-04-01

Meet Luciano Anastasini, a man who calls the circus home. Meet ten dogs that have no home. When fate brings man and dogs together, a remarkable story of belief and second chances unfolds. So step right up, and prepare to be amazed!

 

 

 

 

 

Tarra and Bella by Carol Buckley (Photographer)

ISBN: 9780399254437

Publication Date: 2009-09-08

Best friends come in all shapes and sizes! After retiring from the circus, Tarra became the first resident of the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee. When other elephants moved in and developed close friendships, only Tarra remained independent? until the day she met a stray mixed-breed dog named Bella. It was love at first sight as this unlikely duo became inseparable. They ate together, slept together, and even understood each other's language. And when Bella suffered a severe spinal injury, Tarra stayed by her side and was there for her until Bella regained her health. Brilliant color photographs of Tarra and Bella at home in the Elephant Sanctuary deftly illustrate this inspiring story of companionship, and an informative note about the Sanctuary provides a great resource for parents and teachers.

With the deep freeze of January upon us, what could be better than reading with your pre-schooler.  Stories to delight!

Tallulah's Ice Skates by Marilyn Singer; Alexandra Boiger (Illustrator)

 

Tallulah heads out into a winter wonderland to go ice skating and finds out that having fun is sometimes more important than being the best in this new, snowy addition to the popular Tallulah series. Tallulah is an accomplished ballerina, but she also loves to skate. After all, skating's a lot like ballet--challenging, graceful, and glamorous. Tallulah is positive that with some hard work, she and her friend Kacie will be just as good on the ice as they are at dance. They'll be Super Skaters! But Kacie doesn't want to rehearse fancy moves; she wants to have fun. So Tallulah practices by herself. That is, until an encounter with a talented boy, which ends with an embarrassing mishap. Then Tallulah begins to realize that sometimes having fun is more important than being the best, a needed message for today's goal-oriented, busy kids.

 

 

Giraffe Problems by Jory John; Lane Smith (Illustrator)

 

Penguins aren't the only animals with problems. . . . A second hilarious collaboration from picture-book superstars Lane Smith and Jory John! Can you guess what's making this giraffe self-conscious? Could it be . . . HIS ENORMOUS NECK?? Yes, it's exactly that--how on earth did you figure it out? Edward the giraffe can't understand why his neck is as long and bendy and, well, ridiculous as it is. No other animal has a neck this absurd. He's tried disguising it, dressing it up, strategically hiding it behind bushes--honestly, anything you can think of, he's tried. Just when he has exhausted his neck-hiding options and is about to throw in the towel, a turtle swoops in (well, ambles in, very slowly) and helps him understand that his neck has a purpose, and looks excellent in a bow tie. Jory John and Lane Smith have truly outdone themselves in this companion book to Penguin Problems.

 

 

  

 

Breaking News by David Biedrzycki

 

When a UFO beams up Baby Bear and abducts the family, the human world goes crazy. Hilarity and chaos ensue as scouts, scientists, street vendors, and the mayor try to put their own spin on the story. Intrepid but bumbling reporter Chad Newsworthy covers it all, searching for the truth- Why did aliens snatch up these animals? (Hint- It's someone special's birthday!)

 

 

My Pet Wants a Pet by Elise Broach; Eric Barclay (Illustrator)

 

Once there was a boy who wanted something to take care of. Something of his very own. He begged his mother for a puppy. Until she said YES!The boy loved his puppy. He fed him and played with him and cuddled him. But soon, the dog wanted something to take care of--something of his very own. So the dog gets a pet cat; then the cat gets a pet bird; the bird gets a pet worm; the worm gets a pet flea . . . and on and on it goes as utter chaos ensues.This charming picture book cleverly captures a universal wish--to love and care for something--and shows that you're never too little to share in that dream.A Christy Ottaviano Book

 

 

 

 

 

Did You Eat the Parakeet? by Mark Iacolina

A little girl is convinced that her cat ate her parakeet. Where else would it be? She shouts, she accuses, and she laments her loss. "He was singing a tune just an hour ago. Did you eat him? I want to know!" In the end, her cat shows her that the bird has been on her head the whole time. But wait . . . now where's her pet mouse? This sweet and silly picture book, with rhyming text and adorable art, will have children laughing through the final page.

At this time of year everyone is so busy it's hard to find the time to get everything done. But there's always time for books, and listening to an audiobook is a great way to spend time on the go, or to relax before bedtime. All of these titles are aimed at tweens aged 9 - 12 but everyone can join in the fun!

The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan; Robbie Daymond (Read by)

ISBN: 9780451485199

How do you punish an immortal? By making him human. After angering his father Zeus, the god Apollo is cast down from Olympus. Weak and disoriented, he lands in New York City as a regular teenage boy. Now, without his godly powers, the four-thousand-year-old deity must learn to survive in the modern world until he can somehow find a way to regain Zeus's favor. But Apollo has many enemies-gods, monsters, and mortals who would love to see the former Olympian permanently destroyed. Apollo needs help, and he can think of only one place to go . . . an enclave of modern demigods known as Camp Half-Blood.

 

 

Pip Bartlett's Guide to Sea Monsters by Maggie Stiefvater; Jackson Pearce

ISBN: 9780545876797

Pip and Tomas have dealt with magical creatures that burst into flames and runaway unicorns. Now they are headed with Tomas's family to Port Candor, a seaside showplace full of magical sea creatures. Soon they are surrounded by Slimekrakens and Tubafish and Spinnerseals and other dazzlers of the deep. AND they are involved in a big mystery that involves a sea monster that might not be staying in its tank. The adults are confounded by the magical misbehavior -- but Pip and Tomas aren't afraid to dive in.

 

 

 

 

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown; Kathleen McInerney (Read by)

ISBN: 9781478989639

Shipwrecked on a remote, wild island, Robot Roz learned from the unwelcoming animal inhabitants and adapted to her surroundings--but can she survive the challenges of the civilized world and find her way home to Brightbill and the island?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Max Einstein by James Patterson; Chris Grabenstein; James Lancett (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781549170225

-Chelsea Clinton Max Einstein is not your typical genius. She hacks the computer system at NYU to attend classes, builds inventions to help the homeless and talks to Albert Einstein (Okay that's just in her imagination) But everything changes when Max is recruited by a mysterious organization Their mission: solve some of the world's toughest problems using science. She's helped by a diverse group of young geniuses from around the globe as they invent new ways to power the farthest reaches of the planet. But that's only if the sinister outfit known only as The Corporation doesn't get to her first.

 

 

 

 

Check out these titles for some thrills and chills!

A Good Night for Ghosts by Mary Pope Osborne; Sal Murdocca (Illustrator)

"Jack and Annie are on their second mission to find and inspire artists to bring happiness to millions. After traveling to New Orleans, Jack and Annie come head to head with some real ghosts, as well as discover the world of jazz when they meet a young Louis Armstrong!"

For ages 7+.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes

An instant New York Times bestseller An instant IndieBound bestseller The #1 Kids' Indie Next Pick A heartbreaking and powerful story about a black boy killed by a police officer, drawing connections through history, from award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes. Only the living can make the world better. Live and make it better. Twelve-year-old Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat. As a ghost, he observes the devastation that's been unleashed on his family and community in the wake of what they see as an unjust and brutal killing. Soon Jerome meets another ghost: Emmett Till, a boy from a very different time but similar circumstances. Emmett helps Jerome process what has happened, on a journey towards recognizing how historical racism may have led to the events that ended his life. Jerome also meets Sarah, the daughter of the police officer, who grapples with her father's actions. Once again Jewell Parker Rhodes deftly weaves historical and socio-political layers into a gripping and poignant story about how children and families face the complexities of today's world, and how one boy grows to understand American blackness in the aftermath of his own death.

For ages 8+.

 

The Girl in the Locked Room by Mary Downing Hahn

Ghost story master Mary Downing Hahn unrolls the suspenseful, spine-chilling yarn of a girl imprisoned for more than a century, the terrifying events that put her there, and a friendship that crosses the boundary between past and present. A family moves into an old, abandoned house. Jules's parents love the house, but Jules is frightened and feels a sense of foreboding. When she sees a pale face in an upstairs window, though, she can't stop wondering about the eerie presence on the top floor--in a room with a locked door. Could it be someone who lived in the house a century earlier? Her fear replaced by fascination, Jules is determined to make contact with the mysterious figure and help unlock the door. Past and present intersect as she and her ghostly friend discover--and change--the fate of the family who lived in the house all those many years ago.  

For ages 10+.

 

Ghost Dog Secrets by Peg Kehret

Each day, Rusty feeds a dog that's left chained in the frigid weather with no shelter and no food or water. When he realizes that the dog's been injured, Rusty and his friend Andrew unchain the dog and take it. Are they stealing, or are they rescuing a dog in need? With the dog living in their secret hideout, the boys face multiple challenges, including a mysterious ghost dog that tries to lead them to a startling secret, Andrew's snoopy sister, and the escalating threats of the dog's abusive owner. The fast-paced suspense builds to a surprising conclusion, which will leave young readers cheering for Rusty's compassion and determination.

For ages 10+.

 

Slasher Girls and Monster Boys by April Genevieve Tucholke (Selected by)

For fans of Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, American Horror Story and The Walking Dead comes a powerhouse anthology featuring some of the best thriller and horror writers in YA A host of the sharpest young adult authors come together in this collection of terrifying tales and psychological thrillers. Each author draws from a mix of literature, film, television, and music to create something new and fresh and unsettling. Clever readers will love teasing out the references and can satisfy their curiosity at the end of each tale, where the inspiration is revealed. There are no superficial scares here; these are stories that will make you think even as they keep you on the edge of your seat. From blood horror, to the supernatural, to unsettling, all-too-possible realism, this collection has something for anyone looking for an absolute thrill.

For ages 12+.

 

  

Picture books perfect for these long dark evenings.  You and your preschooler will enjoy  a new take on an old favourite,popular culture and a taste of a familiar holiday activity.

Knock Knock by Tammi Sauer; Guy Francis (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781338116946

Knock Knock is a fresh and innovative method of humorous storytelling that uses knock-knock jokes to tell the story of Bear and his woodland friends Raccoon, Rabbit, Turtle, and others. With each new visitor, Bear grows increasingly frustrated at his lack of peace and quiet. Little does Bear know that his friends have a surprise in store for him -- a happy hibernation party! "Knock, knock!" "Who's there?" "Justin." "Justin who?" "Justin the neighborhood and thought I'd stop by." It's sidesplitting storybook fun.

 

Me, Myselfie and I by Jamie Lee Curtis; Laura Cornell (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781250138279

When her mom becomes obsessed with selfies, a little girl takes matters into her own hands in this charming--and topical--picture book, that is sure to appeal to today's millennial parents. Full of all the heart and humor we've come to expect from Jamie Lee Curtis, this book is sure to delight and will be relatable to both kids and parents.Selfies in dance classselfies while sledding. She even took SELFIES at a stranger's WEDDING!"Move to my left, Hon, that's not my good side."My self-obsessed mom makes me want to hide.Million likes later! She's a selfie STARBut I knew it had NOW gone way too far.

If You Ever Want to Bring a Pirate to Meet Santa, Don't! by Elise Parsley

ISBN: 9780316466776

The fourth book in the New York Times-bestselling Magnolia Says DON'T! series that started with If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don't! is another loud and cautionary tale of what not to do...when you visit Santa. If your dad says you're going to meet a bearded guy with a red suit and a bag full of treasures...he is not talking about meeting a pirate! But Magnolia has already invited the misbehaving swashbuckler to jump in line to meet Santa. So what if pirates are on the Naughty List? She'll just teach this one to change his scurvy ways--no plundering or sword-fighting or plank-walking allowed! Plus, Santa is happy to hear everyone's wish list. Right? It's YO HO HO versus HO HO HO in this rowdy and raucous holiday guide on how not to meet Santa, from Elise Parsley, the bestselling creator of If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, DON'T!

Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy by Drew Daywalt; Scott Campbell (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781484789698

Roderick hates going to bed, and the young boy has become quite resourceful in coming up with ways to delay the dreaded hour when the lights must go out. Roderick's loving parents - fed up with the distractions and demands that have become his anti-bedtime ritual - decide to get him a stuffed animal to cuddle with and help him wind down. However, Sleepy quickly proves to be a bit high-maintenance. Just when we fear the night may never end, Sleepy's antics become too exhausting for Roderick to bear.

Crash, Splash, or Moo! by Bob Shea

ISBN: 9780316483018

Calling all daredevils! It's time to play CRASH, SPLASH, OR MOO! in this boisterous picture book with all the excitement of a game show. Mr. McMonkey is your host, and your contestants are America's favorite stunt clam, Action Clam...and a cow! These unlikely daredevils face off in a zany sequence of challenges--and readers get to guess the outcome of all the wacky stunts. The winner gets a Golden Banana! Readers will be laughing, cheering, and giving themselves a round of applause as they play the game over and over again. Bob Shea, creator of many favorite funny books, including Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great and the Ballet Cat series, provides endless storytime fun with high-energy audience participation.

The New LiBEARian by Alison Donald; Alex Willmore (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780544973657

A visit to the library can be full of surprises. When the librarian is late for story time, the children go off to look for her and follow mysterious paw prints to find a bear sitting at her desk. Is the bear a new librarian? Not exactly. The new LiBEARian opens a book about bears and utters a loud growl. The kids love it! Then the real librarian appears and sends the bear back into the book he came from. A fun twist at the end rounds out this winsomely illustrated tale of a universalchildhood experience--story time at the library--infused with magic.

Looking for a great book to cozy up with before bed?  Check out these awesome picture books, perfect for little ones at the end of the day!

Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy by Drew Daywalt

Roderick hates going to bed, and the young boy has become quite resourceful in coming up with ways to delay the dreaded hour when the lights must go out. Roderick's loving parents - fed up with the distractions and demands that have become his anti-bedtime ritual - decide to get him a stuffed animal to cuddle with and help him wind down. However, Sleepy quickly proves to be a bit high-maintenance. Just when we fear the night may never end, Sleepy's antics become too exhausting for Roderick to bear.

The Pout-Pout Fish and the Can't-Sleep Blues by Deborah Diesen

One night in the ocean, the Pout-Pout Fish can't get to sleep! He's all ready for bed, but he just can't catch a snooze. When he asks his friends for advice, they're all sure they know what he should do--count sheep, use a pillow made of rocks, swim in circles--but nothing works. What to do when good advice isn't good for everyone? Little guppies will love this bedtime story about learning from experience and doing what's best for you!

 

Will You Help Me Fall Asleep? by Anna Kang

Hey, you. Yes, you! Monty needs YOUR help! Tomorrow is the annual boat race and Monty needs as much energy as possible to make sure he crosses the finish line first. He tried closing his eyes, counting sheep, and reading a book, but nothing will help him fall asleep. In this interactive follow-up to Can I Tell You a Secret?, Monty the frog asks for your help once again. This time he is struggling to go to sleep before a very big day.

The Bear in My Bed by Joyce Wan

When a little boy goes into his room for bedtime, he finds out that his bed is already occupied--by a bear (who's not his teddy bear)! The bear makes a mess with toys, splashes water around the bathtub, and eats books instead of reading them. Not to mention that he doesn't know how to brush his teeth or wear pajamas! And how is anyone supposed to get any sleep with a bear taking up the whole bed?

 

 

Bear Can't Sleep by Karma Wilson

Bear's many animal friends try to help him get to sleep in time for winter hibernation in this companion story to Bear Snores On. It's winter, and deep in the forest, Bear should be fast asleep. But when his friends come by to check on him, they realize that Bear is still awake! They brew him hot tea and sing him lullabies, but nothing seems to work. Can Bear get to bed? Or will he be up all winter?

These titles pack giggles for adults and children alike!  Snuggle down for a fun read!

Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780062104182

Publication Date: 2012-09-04

Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs is a new take on the fairy-tale classic Goldilocks and the Three Bears, so funny and so original--it could only come from the brilliant mind of Mo Willems, the author/illustrator of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and the Elephant and Piggie series. Once upon a time, there were three hungry Dinosaurs: Papa Dinosaur, Mama Dinosaur . . . and a Dinosaur who happened to be visiting from Norway. One day--for no particular reason--they decided to tidy up their house, make the beds, and prepare pudding of varying temperatures. And then--for no particular reason--they decided to go . . . someplace else. They were definitely not setting a trap for some succulent, unsupervised little girl. Definitely not! This hilarious story is perfect for fans of the Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales and The True Story of the Three Little Pigs.

 

Shake the Tree! by Chiara Vignocchi; Paolo Chiarinotti; Silvia Borando

ISBN: 9780763694883

Publication Date: 2018-01-02

There's a whole lot of shaking going on -- and a funny final twist -- as a series of hungry animals seek shelter in an obliging tree. Mouse spots a nut high up in a tree. "Mmm," she says. "I'm going to gobble that up!" So she shakes the tree a little to the right, and she shakes the tree a little to the left. But it isn't the nut that falls from the tree, it's Fox, who thinks that Mouse looks pretty tasty! Soon a warthog and then a bear come along with similar ideas. Little readers will enjoy the just-made-it escapes (and be happy to get in on the shaking action), only to laugh out loud when their expectations are foiled at the end.

 

Say Hello to Zorro! by Carter Goodrich (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781416938934

Publication Date: 2011-03-22

Mister Bud is a dog of routine. He has wake up time, nap time, rest time, dinner time, etc. And everyone knows to follow his schedule. Then disaster strikes.  A stranger comes home at "make a fuss time" and throws everything off! Zorro is little bit bossy and Mister Bud wants nothing to do with him. But when the dogs discover they like the same things (like chasing the cat and napping), everything becomes more fun. As long as everyone follows the schedule.

 

Grumpy Bird by Jeremy Tankard (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780439851473

Publication Date: 2007-04-01

One morning, Bird wakes up feeling too grumpy to eat or play - too grumpy even to fly. Fortunately, his animal friends know how to help Bird shake his bad mood. This refreshingly original picture book is sure to help kids giggle away their bad moods, too! "The best thing about it is the comic perfection of Bird's face as he marches along in a fury." -The Wall Street Journal "Whimsical and funny...keep this energetic picture book in mind for wee storytime members." -Kirkus Reviews

 

Ragweed's Farm Dog Handbook by Anne Vittur Kennedy (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780763674175

Publication Date: 2015-08-25

This tongue-in-cheek primer on how to be a good farm dog--and how ignoring the rules may result in a biscuit--is a guaranteed treat. Being a farm dog is a tough job, but luckily, Ragweed's handbook will tell you everything you need to know. Step one: don't wake the farmer! You may really, really want to, but that's the rooster's job. Of course, if you do wake the farmer, you might just get a biscuit. . . . Full of hilarious dog logic, Ragweed's Farm Dog Handbook explores the pitfalls--and opportunities!--of a dog's life on the farm. Readers will love being in on the joke as Ragweed breaks all his own rules, collecting biscuits as he goes.

 

An assortment of quality reads to try--perfect for book reports or pleasure reading!

Noodleheads See the Future by Tedd Arnold (Illustrator); Martha Hamilton; Mitch Weiss

Winner of the American Folklore Society Aesop Prize--2017

Although Mac and Mac are as hollow-headed as, well, noodles, they are certain Mom will bake them a cake if they gather some firewood for her. In the woods, they run into cousin Meatball, who tricks the Noodleheads out of their hard-earned kindling with imaginary clairvoyant powers. Oh no! Fortunately, the gullible Noodleheads unwittingly accomplish an even greater task for Mom--and earn their beloved cake, after all!

 

The Someday Birds by Sally J. Pla

Winner of the Dolly Gray Children's Literature Award--2018

The Someday Birds is filled with humor, heart, and chicken nuggets. Charlie's perfectly ordinary life has been unraveling ever since his war journalist father was injured in Afghanistan. When his father heads from California to Virginia for medical treatment, Charlie reluctantly travels cross-country with his boy-crazy sister, unruly brothers, and a mysterious new family friend. He decides that if he can spot all the birds that he and his father were hoping to see someday along the way, then everything might just turn out okay.

Masterminds: Criminal Destiny by Gordon Korman

Winner of the Arthur Ellis Award for Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing, Best Juvenile/YA Book--2017

After discovering that they are clones of criminal masterminds for a sociological experiment, a group of kids escape from their "perfect" hometown and decide to take Project Osiris down.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Murderer's Ape by Jakob Wegelius

Winner of the Mildred L. Batchelder Award--2018

When her best friend, the sailor Henry Koskela, is falsely accused of murder, a gorilla named Sally Jones visits the run-down docks of Lisbon, embarks on a dizzying journey across the seven seas, and calls on the Maharaja of Bhapur's magnificent court--all in an attempt to clear Henry's name.

Canada Year by Year by Elizabeth MacLeod

Winner of the Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction—2017

Divided into ten distinct eras, coverage ranges from politics, sports, business and arts and culture, and includes significant events both at home and in world affairs. The topics chosen offer an inclusive historical perspective, incorporating women, Indigenous peoples and people with disabilities into Canada's rich and diverse narrative. The accessible format also makes it a compelling choice for children to pick up and browse, or to search for a particular year.