Daniel Clarke

James Clarke

Daniel Snaddon

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Wisconsin

The daughter of a river god, raised by a human father and bound to a tragic destiny. An African fantasy-adventure graphic novel inspired by the mythology of the Zambezi River and the history of the Kariba Dam, one of the largest dams ever constructed. Siku has always called the Zambezi River her home. She understands the water - and strangely enough, it seems to understand her, too, bending to her will and coming to her aid in times of need. But things are changing on the river - a great dam is being built, displacing thousands of Shonga people - and things are changing in Siku, too, as her ability to manipulate water grows out of control, and visions of a great serpent pull her further from reality and her loving father, Tongai. When Tongai ventures to the Kariba Dam to find a cure for Siku and never returns, she sets off to find him with the help of Amedeo, the young son of Kariba's chief engineer. Together, they traverse elephant graveyards, rugged jungles, and ancient ruins, outrunning pirates, bootleggers, and shape-shifting prophets ready to use Siku to their own advantage. But Siku soon discovers that her father has been shielding a terrible secret: Siku is actually the daughter of the Great River Spirit, Nyaminyami, and the only way to bring about the necessary rumuko - a ritual which has brought balance to the Zambezi for centuries - is for Siku to give up the only life she's ever known. With the future of the Shonga resting on her shoulders, Siku must journey to the source of the river to understand the ancient power hidden within her.

Kariba

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Øyvind Torseter

Kari Dickson

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Fresh out of a job, with his apartment slated for demolition and his possessions seized, Mulysses is in need of $10,000 FAST. As luck would have it, he crosses paths just in time with a wealthy collector, who offers him the fortune he seeks if he succeeds in bringing back the world's biggest eye--fabled to grant its owner enormous power. Like Ulysses, Ishmael, and many others before him, Mulysses takes to the sea in search of both adventure and himself. In addition to his high comedic, cartoonist talents, yvind Torseter is one of Norway's most acclaimed illustrators. This is his eighth book with Enchanted Lion.

Mulysses

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Wanda John-Kehewin

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

"Your ancestors have called us to help you."

"I think y'all have the wrong number."

Damon Quinn just wants to get through his senior year unscathed. His mom struggles with alcohol and is barely coping with the day-to-day. Marcus and his cronies at school are forever causing Damon trouble. The new girl, Journey, won't mind her own business. To make matters worse, now a mysterious crow is following him everywhere. After he is seized by a waking dream in the middle of a busy street, Damon is forced to confront his mom with some hard questions: Why haven't I met my dad? Where did we come from? Who am I?

Damon must look within himself, mend the bond with his mother, and rely on new friends to find the answers he so desperately needs. Travelling through time and space, Damon will have to go back before he can move forward.

Visions of the Crow

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Clément Xavier

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Edith Garrud, Women's Suffrage, and Jujitsu

"In the early 20th century, English suffragist group the Women's Social and Political Union formed an all-women security unit. Trained by Edith Garrud, these "jujitsuffragettes" fought against abuse and arrest while pursuing long overdue rights"--

The Bodyguard Unit

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Raina Delisle

Why Media Matters

Part of the nonfiction Orca Think series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book introduces kids to the news media and why it matters.

Breaking News

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Jaypeetee Arnakak

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Bilingual Inuktitut and English Edition

Wolf wants to know how Fox catches so many fish. Fox thinks Wolf is trying to play a trick on him. Wolf claims he will catch many more fish than Fox ever could. Can Fox teach Wolf a lesson about being boastful and greedy? Discover this engaging retelling of an Inuit traditional story, which has been simplified for young readers to enjoy.

The Story of the Fox and the Wolf

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Andy Matthews

Opposites attract in this humorous graphic novel series about best friends, Gustav and Henri (short for Henrietta!).This is their second book. It's a bit about friendship and a lot about food (you'll see!). They love doing normal things together, like: 'wet-water rafting to a suspiciously delicious remote island; going on a micro-mission down the sewers or solving the mystery of Henri's missing aunt in her haunted house. You know, completely boring things. Join them for 100% of your recommended daily intake of adventure, escapades, and capers-all in one book! With the visual appeal of Narwhal and Jelly, the irresistible humor of Dog Man and the value of Real Pigeons. This is the perfect series for kids who enjoy comics and funny stories. Each book contains 3 stories in 1 volume, for maximum value, and maximum entertainment!

Gustav and Henri: Tiny Aunt Island

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Cédric Ramadier

Jack and George are resting quietly when BOOM! A huge and strange ball lands beside them. "What's that, Jack?" "I don't know, George. Maybe it's a rock?" No--too soft. But it rolls. Fast! Jack, George and the ball roll right off the cliff and now it's a parachute. But watch out, they're going to land in the river... Jack and George have a brilliant day full of adventure with this object that changes with the landscape, then turns into a blanket to keep them warm.

What's That, Jack?

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Édouard Manceau

Fodo Dodo Goes Fishing

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Naseem Hrab

A quirky and iconic new series of stories about friendship and belonging, in the style of Frog and Toad A long-haired guinea pig and a naked mole rat may seem like unlikely friends, but Otis and Peanut are a perfect pair! In three stories told in graphic-novel form, Otis and Peanut explore themes of loss, fear of change, and cooperation, while demonstrating what it means to be a supportive and caring friend. In "The Haircut," Otis worries about getting a haircut because he's afraid he'll look so different that he'll no longer be himself. In "The Swing," Peanut helps Otis come to terms with missing a beloved friend. And in "The House," Otis struggles to make his house a home but succeeds with Peanut's help. Otis and Peanut are brought to life with delightful comic illustrations from Kelly Collier, and author Naseem Hrab's humor and sensitivity shines through in each tale of true friendship. The author-illustrator team of How to Party Like a Snail serves up laugh-out-loud moments, profound life lessons, and a new iconic literary duo that kids will love.

Otis and Peanut

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Maria Birmingham

The Human Quest for a Good Time

This nonfiction illustrated book for middle-grade readers explores how and why people have had fun over the course of human history.

Are We Having Fun Yet?

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Ziggy Hanaor

From acclaimed author Ziggy Hanaor (Alte Zachen, Alex and Alex and The Pocket Chaotic) comes this heartwarming story about the power of affection to lighten up even the darkest of days. Gory Rory Fangface is having a terrible day and everything is going wrong. First, he ran out of cereal and then his favourite jumper was in the wash and then it rained on the way to school. Does Gory Rory need a kiss? No, he most certainly DOESN'T. The day gets progressively worse; he's forgotten his homework, it's egg salad for lunch, and then mum is late for pick-up. A kiss perhaps? NO WAY. On the way home it rains again, there's homework to finish and the internet is down. Gory Rory has reached the end of his tether - it really has been the WORST DAY EVER. But sometimes... just sometimes... when you really really need them... kisses can make it all better.

Gory Rory Fangface Needs a Kiss

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Sara Truuvert

With the help of a magical friend, a young girl searches for her missing father in this poignant story set during Japanese internment in World War II. It's a week until Mira's birthday, and she's getting worried. Where is Papa? He has never missed her birthday before. When Mira's friend Baku, a creature from Japanese folklore, offers to help, they journey over farmlands and forests, mountains and river mouths, gathering clues to Papa's whereabouts--clues that echo Mira's memories and overheard conversations in the camp where she lives with Mama. Lushly illustrated by up-and-coming illustrator Michelle Theodore, this tender, moving picture book by debut author Sara Truuvert explores the profound impacts of family separation and the different forms comfort can take for a child processing loss. Further reading on Japanese internment and a note from the author add to readers' understanding of this underrepresented period of history, making it an instant classic. For fans of Baseball Saved Us, Mira and Baku is an emotional exploration of the power of imagination and hope in difficult times.

Mira and Baku

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Judith Henderson

A perfectly pitched story about a bear, a bird, and a bond forged through music Spring is here, and Bear is finally emerging from his hollow to greet his forest friends. Suddenly, he hears beautiful singing coming from above. It's Bird, practicing for the forest Opera! When Bird tells Bear that she's auditioning for a duet, Bear decides to try out as well, and asks if he can practice with her. Bird agrees, and as the pair rehearses their song, an unlikely friendship begins. After the audition, Bird is cast in the opera--but Bear is not. Devastated, Bear returns to his hollow to hide. Bird comes to comfort him and insists that the pair are still a duet, with or without a stage to sing on. Reassured of their close bond, Bear celebrates Bird's success at the Opera, getting the best seat in the house and quietly singing along with his friend. This tender celebration of loyalty, friendship, and song is brought to life with Judith Henderson's lyrical text and the soft, magical illustrations of Nahid Kazemi. Together, Bird and Bear face the music and find that the strongest connections can weather the most difficult disappointments with empathy, resilience, and mutual support.

Love Is in the Bear

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Carine Laforest

Step into the imaginary world of an animal lover Penelope loves animals. So much so, that she often assumes that she is part of the animal kingdom--she walks like a penguin, eats like a bear, hides like a mouse, and swims like a shark. But there is one animal she likes more than any other. Follow her for a day and see if you can guess which one is her favorite. A beautiful picture book illustrated from the point of view of a child who imagines a wonderful world in which animals are her constant companions.

My Favorite Animal

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Dai Yun

Helen Mixter

A Tale of Four Bears

Where Can We Go

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Amy Marie Spangler

Funda Özlem Şeran

There's something unusual about the kitten Memo finds in his yard. Memo lives in a small cottage with his grandmother. But his grandma can't see very well anymore, and she falls asleep all the time. Memo starts to feel a bit lonely...until the night he discovers a stray kitten. The boy and cat become fast friends. But as the cat grows and grows (and grows), Memo realizes that this kitten may not be a cat at all. And it most definitely doesn't belong in a cottage! Memo needs to make a plan so that his friend can get home safely. What will become of his big, furry friend?

Memo and the Unexpected Gift

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Kathy Stinson

A Story about Folk Artist Maud Lewis

A celebration of a beloved folk artist, and her artistic expression of joy and beauty. Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals, Maud Lewis' iconic folk art is celebrated around the world. Despite her beautiful art, she spent much of her life living in poverty with rheumatoid arthritis. In this stunning picture book, author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Lauren Soloy bring Maud's world to life: how she captured in her art what she loved most, while navigating the mobility issues caused by her condition. From bright paintings of the sea and countryside, to the flowers and birds she painted on the walls of the small house she shared with her husband, Maud's work continues to delight and inspire viewers young and old. A Tulip in Winter features: Backmatter about Maud Lewis' life and legacy Notes from the author and illustrator about how Maud has impacted their lives Uplifting and visually compelling, Maud's story will inspire young readers to find and focus on the beauty in their worlds.

A Tulip in Winter

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David Suzuki

Tanya Lloyd Kyi

Let's go on an insect expedition for kids ages 4 to 8! This adventure into the extraordinary world of bugs is inspired by David Suzuki's adventures with his own grandkids. It's time for the twins to go on a nature expedition with Bompa. What marvelous place will they explore this time? Tidepools at the sea? The pond full of frogs' eggs? Maybe deep in the forest? But to their disappointment, they are just exploring outside the door. Yet, as they begin to search for insects, they find world-champion flyers, eaters, and weightlifters. And more tiny surprises at every turn! With their Bompa at their side, they find a way to recognize the amazing feats and important role of all insects...even the annoying ones! Featuring gorgeous art by Qin Leng, this picture book is a lush, colorful tour through a world we too often overlook. This exciting and educational tribute to bugs features: Amazing facts about insects, including backmatter pages Information on how kids can help bugs thrive A celebration of grandparents: depicts the fun two children have with their grandfather After reading Bompa's Insect Expedition, kids will come away understanding how essential bugs are to our world. Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute.

Bompa's Insect Expedition

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Tonya Simpson

This gentle picture-book lullaby is a celebration of the plants and animals of the Prairies and the Plains and a meditation on the sacred, ancestral connections between Indigenous children and their Traditional Territories.

Forever Our Home

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T'áncháy Redvers

In this heartfelt picture book imagining what happens when a beloved pet dies, a nonbinary child copes with grief and the loss of their best friend.

Fluffy and the Stars

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Cat Rabbit

A Children's Book Council of Australia Notable Book. "This cleverly presented book is reminiscent of Jim Henson's 'Muppets' books... a welcome resource in the classroom for teachers who are helping their students negotiate the tricky friendship road." ReadPlus Bear has lots of friends if you count her toys, but she's note sure how to make real friends. And she especially wants to be friends with Koala and Lamb. They both have fluffy ears and like green things. What's a timid bear to do? Luckily, Bear discovers that friends don't have to all like the same things; they just have to find things they enjoy doing together. And Bear is great at that. A story about making friends while keeping the qualities (and quirks!) that make you unique.

How to Make Friends: a Bear's Guide

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Richard Van Camp

Donovan Yaciuk

Nickolej Villiger

Curtis has returned to Fort Smith, six weeks sober and determined to stay that way. Can he find healing in his grandfather's ancient cultural practices? Notorious bootlegger, Benny the Bank stands in his way. With poison slowly killing him, Benny is uneasy about how he'll be remembered. Can he find a way to make amends?

As I Enfold You in Petals

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Linda Bailey

A single mitten is excluded by a matching pair in this endearing picture book about friendship, belonging and the pressure to "match." For fans of The Day the Crayons Quit. Dotty and Other Dotty are a matching set of mittens. When another mitten, Stripes, loses her partner and becomes a single mitten, they don't feel the need to include her. She doesn't "match" them, so she is banished to the dark, lonely pocket of the Little Girl who owns them. Before long, however, Dotty loses her partner, and now she doesn't match the reunited pair of Stripes and Other Stripes, who in turn banish her to the pocket. "YOU don't match!" they tell her. When the Little Girl, who has been listening to their conversations, weighs in with a huge question ("Why do you have to match?"), the mittens are shocked. Then comes their realization that "matching" often means leaving someone out. This prompts the Little Girl to break a fundamental rule of fashion so that individual mittens (and maybe even socks! or shoes!) can be themselves — and everyone can belong. A warm and fuzzy story with lots of laughs, this latest picture book from Linda Bailey explores what it feels like to be excluded and included and celebrates one-of-a-kindness!

The Three Little Mittens

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Angela Gale

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