Talent, Teamwork & Triumph: The Dunderheads

Friday, June 19, 2009.

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The DunderheadsAuthor: Paul Fleischman (on JOMB)
Illustrator: David Roberts (on JOMB)
Published: 2009 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763624985

Clean lines, comical details and snappy, generous first person narration sweep us into this suspenseful tale of strategy, solidarity and overlooked superpowers.

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Filed under: Adventure,Ages 4-8,Assertiveness,Beautiful,Boy,Bullying/Abuse,Cartoony,Co-operation/Collaboration,Community,Confidence,Contributing/Industry,Creativity,Detailed,Diversity/Multi-culturalism,Fairness / Justice,Formal,Friendship,Fun,Fun,Girl,Hilarious,Humour,Life Skills,Mischief,Personalities,Picture book,Podcast,Questionable words,Respect,Review,Review of the Week,School,Thinking/Attitude

Noticing and Nurturing Each Other: How to Heal a Broken Wing

Thursday, May 21, 2009.

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How to Heal a Broken WingAuthor: Bob Graham (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Bob Graham
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763639036

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Airy illustrations and sparse poetic prose paint a poignant picture of hope, help and healing in this unspoken invitation to dare to care.

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Dreams of flying on JOMB:

Six weeks ago yesterday, in Woodstock, Ontario, eight year old Victoria Stafford  finished her school day … then disappeared.  As the days turned to weeks, Canadians coast to coast came to know Victoria and her family as we watched mother Tara McDonald’s daily efforts to keep the search for her daughter fresh in our minds.  This despite mounting public criticism and suspicion of Tara herself.

Yesterday, we learned of Tori’s tragic fate … and of her mother’s innocence.

This episode of Just One More Book! is dedicated to little Tori Stafford, with heartfelt hopes for the healing of those she left behind.

Filed under: Ages 4-8,Appreciation,Australian,Cartoony,Co-operation/Collaboration,Community,Compassion,Contributing/Industry,Courage,Cute,Formal,Friendship,Fun,Generosity,Health and Safety,Hope,Large and simple,Life and death,Life Skills,Making a difference,Patience,Perseverence,Picture book,Podcast,Poetic Prose,Resilience,Respect,Review,Review of the Week,Spirituality,Thinking/Attitude,Understanding/Tolerance,Wordless

Love and Lucre: Hana in the Time of the Tulips

Wednesday, April 1, 2009.

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Hana in the TIme of the TulipsAuthor: Deborah Noyes (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Bagram Ibatoulline (on JOMB)
Published: 2004 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763641316

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Luxurious illustrations and enchanting text paint poignant images of a father consumed by an economic craze and the overlooked daughter who quietly cares for him.

Tulips hold a special place in the hearts of our neighbourhood. You can learn why here and here — a true story that’s just begging to become a children’s picture book.

Need a beautiful boost? Take a few minutes to indulge in this gorgeous feast of Ottawa Tulips.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on a favourite children’s book. Leave a voice message on our JOMB listener hotline, +1-206-350-6487.

Filed under: acceptance,Ages 4-8,Appreciation,Arts,Compassion,Creativity,Cute,Ecology/Nature,Family,Father/Daughter,Formal,Fun,Fun,Girl,Gorgeous,Hardship,History,Hope,Life Skills,Making a difference,Non-Fiction,Perseverence,Picture book,Podcast,Realistic,Resilience,Review,Thinking/Attitude,Travel/Geography,Understanding/Tolerance,Visual

Of Comfort and Coping: Michael Rosen’s Sad Book

Friday, March 20, 2009.

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Michael Rosen's Sad BookAuthor: Michael Rosen (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Quentin Blake (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763641049

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This beautifully honest confession of the ups, the downs, the confusion and fond memories of a father dealing with the death of his son offers a rare, candid, detailed look at sadness, solitude and the strength to carry on.

More thoughtful resilience on JOMB:

You can celebrate Poetry Friday by watching and listening to Michael Rosen performing each one of the poems from his out-of-print book of children’s poetry ‘The Hypnotiser’ here.

Pop over to Wild Rose Reader for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A.

HOTLINE VOICES: Maureen Stanley shares her love of The Giving Tree (by Shel Silverstein).

We’d love to hear your thoughts on a favourite children’s book. Leave a voice message on our JOMB listener hotline, +1-206-350-6487.

Filed under: Ages 4-8,Ages 9-12,All ages,Biography,Boy,Cartoony,Family,Father/Son,Hardship,Life and death,Life Skills,Man,Non-Fiction,Picture book,Podcast,Review,Review of the Week,Scary,Scary,Thinking/Attitude,UK,Understanding/Tolerance

Of Curiosity and Creationism: One Beetle Too Many (The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles Darwin)

Friday, January 9, 2009.

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One Beetle Too Many -- The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles DarwinAuthor: Kathryn Lasky (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Matthew Trueman (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 076361436X

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Wonderfully wonky, earth-toned images and casual, lilting narration treat us to the antics, adventures, achievements and apprehension of Charles Darwin, the curious young collector who changed our view of the world.

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More inspiring biographies on JOMB:

Be sure to make Esme Raji Codell’s Biography Break blog a regular stop on your great book gathering rounds.

HOTLINE VOICES: Michelle Brownlow of My Semblance of Sanity tells sings the praises of Hooway for Wodney Wat (by Helen Lester and Lynn Munsinger)

We’d love to hear your thoughts on a favourite children’s book. Leave us a voice message on our JOMB listener hotline, +1-206-350-6487.

Filed under: Activity Book/Comic,Adventure,Ages 4-8,Ages 9-12,Biography,Boy,Chapter book,Co-operation/Collaboration,Collage,Contributing/Industry,Cute,Detailed,Formal,Fun,History,Making a difference,Man,Non-Fiction,Personalities,Picture book,Podcast,Review,Science, Medicine, Math,Thinking/Attitude,Writing

Of Horror and Heroism: The Donkey of Gallipoli (A True Story of Courage in World War I)

Wednesday, October 1, 2008.

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The Donkey of Gallipoli (A True Story of Courage in World War I)Author: Mark Greenwood (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Frané Lessac (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763639133

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Deceptively simple looking folk art illustrations, uncluttered narration and sparse, intimate utterings deliver some of the dark, disturbing details of war in this eye-opening, true tale of courage, carnage and camaraderie.

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HOTLINE VOICES: Bobby (a grade two teacher in Phoenix, AZ) describes a difference of opinion between he and his fiancée (a grade one teacher) and asks the question, what is the best way to read books to a group of children?

Filed under: Ages 4-8,Ages 9-12,Animal,Boy,Co-operation/Collaboration,Compassion,Contributing/Industry,Courage,Detailed,Formal,Friendship,Generosity,Hardship,Harmony,History,Life and death,Life Skills,Making a difference,Man,Non-Fiction,Perseverence,Picture book,Podcast,Realistic,Resilience,Review,Review of the Week,Scary,Thinking/Attitude,Travel/Geography,War, peace, conflict

Prehistoric Rock: Saturday Night at the Dinosaur Stomp

Friday, September 5, 2008.

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Saturday Night at the Dinosaur StompAuthor: Carol Diggory Shields
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Published: 1997 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763638870

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Thirty one pages of rowdy, rhyming rumpus slide sneakily to a snuggly spread of catchy yawns and snores in this satisfying bedtime bash.

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Pop over to Wild Rose Reader for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A.

Filed under: Ages 4-8,Animal,Cartoony,Celebration,Cute,Dance,Fun,Fun,Humour,Picture book,Podcast,Poetry,Poetry Friday,Review,Rhyming

Loss, Laughs and Loony-Proof Love: My Dad’s A Birdman

Wednesday, June 18, 2008.

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My Dad's A BirdmanAuthor: David Almond (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Polly Dunbar (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763636673

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Airy illustrations, playful, British dialogue and sprightly dipping, gliding narrative give flight to a zany father-daughter adventure that dances delicately between tenderness, tomfoolery, hope and despair landing lightly in the comfort of allied abandon.

You can read the first three chapters of this book here.

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Filed under: acceptance,Adventure,Ages 4-8,Ages 9-12,Appreciation,Cartoony,Celebration,Chapter book,Co-operation/Collaboration,Communication,Compassion,Contributing/Industry,Courage,Creativity,Cute,Envy/Competition,Family,Father/Daughter,Formal,Freedom,Fun,Fun,Girl,Humour,Life and death,Life Skills,Making a difference,Man,Mischief,Patience,Perseverence,Personalities,Resilience,Respect,Review,Thinking/Attitude,UK,Understanding/Tolerance,Visual

Orchestrating Inspiration: Lady Liberty – A Biography

Wednesday, May 28, 2008.

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Lady Liberty: A BiographyAuthor: Doreen Rappaport
Illustrator: Matt Tavares
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763625302

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Stunningly warm, intimate illustrations and eleven candid first person accounts capture the crescendo of Lady Liberty’s creation, from idea to unveiling, and give us an enduring appreciation for the landmark, her creators and the many lives she has touched.

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You can learn more about the process of illustrating this book here.

Filed under: Ages 4-8,Ages 9-12,All ages,Appreciation,Architecture,Arts,Beautiful,Biography,Careers,Celebration,Co-operation/Collaboration,Community,Contributing/Industry,Creativity,Detailed,Formal,Freedom,Friendship,Harmony,History,Hope,Making a difference,Non-Fiction,Other,Patience,Perseverence,Picture book,Podcast,Realistic,Resilience,Review,Thinking/Attitude,Visual,War, peace, conflict,Writing

Emulating Spaces: McFig & McFly (A Tale of Jealousy, Revenge, and Death — with a Happy Ending)

Wednesday, May 7, 2008.

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McFig & McFly (A Tale of Jealousy, Revenge, and Death -- with a Happy Ending)Author: Henrik Drescher
Illustrator: Henrik Drescher
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763633860

A veneer of feigned pleasantries can’t conceal the ceaseless, senseless competition that corrupts then consumes former friends in this deliciously absurd yet apt demonstration of misguided attention and life misspent.

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Filed under: acceptance,Ages 4-8,Architecture,Busy,Cartoony,Co-operation/Collaboration,Communication,Community,Contributing/Industry,Envy/Competition,Family,Father/Daughter,Father/Son,Friendship,Fun,Harmony,Hilarious,Life and death,Life Skills,Love/Romance,Man,Personalities,Picture book,Podcast,Review,Review of the Week,Thinking/Attitude,War, peace, conflict

Pet Peeve: Not Norman (A Goldfish Story)

Friday, May 2, 2008.

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Not Norman (A Goldfish Story)Author: Kelly Bennett
Illustrator: Noah Z. Jones
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763627631

Sunny stylized digital images and giggle-inducing grins, grimaces and gestures make a disgruntled pet-owner’s gradual shift in perspective an entertaining example of rejection, reflection and imagination.

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Filed under: acceptance,Ages 0-3,Ages 4-8,Animal,Appreciation,Boy,Cartoony,Communication,Creativity,Cute,Friendship,Fun,Fun,Large and simple,Life Skills,Picture book,Questionable grammar,Review

Sixths Sense: Full House (An Invitation to Fractions)

Friday, February 1, 2008.

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Full House - An Invitation to FractionsAuthor: Dayle Ann Dodds (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Abby Carter (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763624683

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Cheerfully wobbly illustrations combine with rhyme, repetition and a cast of colourful characters to make this sneaky introduction to fractions a read-aloud hit.

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Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A.

Filed under: Activity/Game,Ages 0-3,Ages 4-8,Cartoony,Fun,Fun,Picture book,Podcast,Poetry Friday,Review,Rhyming,Science, Medicine, Math,Woman
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