On The Shelf
MOM AND ME
The relationship between mother and child is captured in Mom and Me by Marla Konrad. Beautiful photos of mothers with their young children from around the world grace the pages of this book. It is a story of the nourishment, assistance, comfort and love that a mother can offer her child. All royalties book sales go to support World Vision’s work with children. tundrabooks.com
THE THREE ROBBERS
by Tomi Ungerer is a timeless book first published in 1962. The story follows the lives of three robbers who haunt the countryside with their destructive actions. But things change when they hold up a carriage with an orphan girl on her way to live with an evil aunt. Captivated by her innocence, the robbers’ lives are changed forever as she encourages them to use their riches for good. www.phaidon.com
HOW FULL IS YOUR BUCKET?
by Tom Rath and Mary Reckmeyer is about Felix, a boy who learns an important life lesson. Everyday we carry around an imaginary bucket. Each time we interact with people, the bucket can be filled or emptied. The book inspires us to be mindful of how we treat others. Gallup Press, New York
MOON MAN
When a lonely man on the Moon hitches a ride on a comet to visit Earth, he encounters unexpected adventures. In Moon Man by Tomi Ungerer After being thrown into jail because people see him as an invader, he escapes and spends time on Earth before he goes home through the help of a friendly scientist. This original tale teaches kids to strive for their dreams but also reminds them that there is no place like home. phaidon.com
EAT IT UP!
By Elisabeth de Mariaffi is a new way to look at healthy eating habits. This cookbook has more than 55 recipes and motivates kids to be involved in the preparation of meals. The book offers delicious variety from soups, pasta, salads and desserts while paying close attention to vegetarian cuisine, food allergies, diet and nutrition. raincoast.com
THE BERENSTAIN BEARS
by Jan and Mike Berrenstain are back. In Play a Good Game, Brother and Sister bears learn to be fair while they play on a soccer team. But what happens when a new neighbour moves in beside the family? In Love Their Neighbors the Berenstains learn to not judge their neighbours by their run-down shack. Discussion questions are featured at the back of the book. zonderkidz.com.
HOME FREE
Leanna Mets in Home Free by Sharon Jennings is a smart girl with a passion to become a writer. But when her dreams clash with her mother’s traditional views, Leanna sometimes wishes she were an orphan, free from her parent’s rules. Leanna is excited when Cassandra, a young orphan moves into the neighbourhood. As these girls grow closer over the summer, Leanne realizes that being an orphan is far different from what she had in mind. secondstorypress.ca
