Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm


Eric E. Wiggin - 1994
    But Rebecca is the most likeable, energetic, enthusiastic girl anyone ever met. And Riverboro is never the same again either.

Ellie and the Cupcakes


Amanda Kidd - 2020
    However, she soon discovers that being a giant comes with its own challenges, and compared to her size, Mum’s delicious cupcakes are now way too small!BONUS FEATURE! The book also includes Ellie's favourite cupcake and buttercream recipe!

Palestine


Hubert Haddad - 1989
    One Israeli soldier is killed and another is kidnapped. Wounded, in a state of shock, the hostage loses hold of reality and forgets everything, even his own name. In this poignant novel, Hubert Haddad makes Falastin a modern Antigone: proud, untamed and the victim of mans cruelty. Reflecting the beauty of the setting in his style, he models a modern tragedy in all its horror and absurdity.

Woof!: Adventures by the Sea


Aparna Karthikeyan - 2020
    It pops open, and a little puppy wriggles out. The Don’s annoyed, her gang is upset. A new puppy spells trouble. For the dogs on the beach, life can be tough. And the new arrival has broken their rhythm. But soon they discover Shingmo the Seventh is actually a sliver of sunshine on the beach. The pack weaves a circle of friendship and love that shelters them all through sun and storm.These unforgettable dogs and their world come to life with Sagar Kolwankar’s beautiful black-and-white illustrations. An adventure with a heart, Woof! is a must-read for anyone who’s exchanged a knowing look with a dog.

Pharaoh's Boat


David Weitzman - 2009
    Pharaoh’s boat will be a wonder to behold, and well prepared for the voyage ahead. But no one, not even the Egyptian king himself, could have imagined just where the journey of Pharaoh’s boat would ultimately lead.Double gatefold at the end, a four page spread measuring over 41 inches, showcasing Pharaoh’s boat.Starred reviews from Kirkus, School Library Journal and BooklistSchool Library Journal Best Book of the Year 2009American Library Association Notable Book 2010Children’s Africana Book Awards, 2010 Best Book for Young ChildrenCalifornia Readers 2011 Book Collections for School LibrariesJunior Library Guild Featured Selection

The Midnight Picnic


Lauren St. John - 2014
    When a freak accident leaves the children alone, Laura has to use all her powers of deduction to outwit an enemy who may not even exist.A gripping new Laura Marlin Mystery for World Book Day.