Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Families and family members

Book SynopsisShare your love and heart with all the little ones you love, perfect for any occasion. From the author of I Love You All Ways and Be Brave Little One comes I Promise You All Ways, a celebration of the heartfelt assurances, big and small, we make to our children to let them know how they can count on us! Through the everyday ups and downs of childhood, I Promise You All Ways is a sweet reminder of how love is given and known through the promises we make and keep.From the first moment of you,I counted the ways,I made you a promiseFor all of your days.Marianne Richmond's books have touched the lives of more than six million readers over two decades, and I Promise You All Ways is a sweet celebration of the never-ending, unshakeable love for a child. This tender message cheerfully shows a child that whether they are happy, sad, grumpy or glad, they are always loved.

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Book SynopsisA summer night. A Saturday. For Claire, this summer feels fantastic because she’ll be zooming off to college in the fall. For her younger sister, Natalie, it’s an okay time with her friends: summer jobs, then hanging out. Fun mostly, but nothing special. A summer night. An accident. Life changes in a heartbeat.In Would You, Marthe Jocelyn tells a haunting story of tragedy and loss, of how one day can shape the next and at the same time emphasize the magnitude of life.

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Book SynopsisPerry's mother and father are busy people ... they're impatient, they're tired, they get cross easily. And they think that only children, like Perry, should be kept busy. On Saturday mornings Perry and her father visit her gran, Honora Lee, at the Santa Lucia rest home, but Gran never remembers them. 'Who is that man?' Honora Lee asks when Perry's father leaves the room. After movement class is abruptly cancelled, Perry is allowed to go to Santa Lucia on Thursday afternoons. She discovers her Gran has an unconventional interest in the alphabet, so Perry decides to make an alphabet book with the help of Honora and the others. Soon everyone is interested in Perry's book project. The ACB With Honora Lee unfolds with characteristic warmth, quirky, surprising humor and a rich cast of 'residents'. The story is a meditation on kindness and patience and acceptance; that of the very young and the very old. It's a story that will resonate with echoes of recollection for many -- from Perry's endearing perspective on the adult world to the embracing kindness of those who care for the elderly.

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Book SynopsisPerry's mother and father are busy people ... they're impatient, they're tired, they get cross easily. And they think that only children, like Perry, should be kept busy. On Saturday mornings Perry and her father visit her gran, Honora Lee, at the Santa Lucia rest home, but Gran never remembers them. 'Who is that man?' Honora Lee asks when Perry's father leaves the room. After movement class is abruptly cancelled, Perry is allowed to go to Santa Lucia on Thursday afternoons. She discovers her Gran has an unconventional interest in the alphabet, so Perry decides to make an alphabet book with the help of Honora and the others. Soon everyone is interested in Perry's book project. The ACB With Honora Lee unfolds with characteristic warmth, quirky, surprising humor and a rich cast of 'residents'. The story is a meditation on kindness and patience and acceptance; that of the very young and the very old. It's a story that will resonate with echoes of recollection for many -- from Perry's endearing perspective on the adult world to the embracing kindness of those who care for the elderly.

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Book SynopsisKate is an odd duck-literally. When the full moon arrives, the rest of her family turns into wolves, but she is a happy wereduck. Relatively happy, that is. Her family has been uprooted from the wilds of New Brunswick to a placid farming community in Ontario, thanks to a fellow werewolf, Marcus, selling them out to sleazy tabloid journalist Dirk Bragg. When Kate discovers her great-greatgrandmother''s recipe "A Cure for Werewolf," she can''t help but wonder?is it really possible? Could she one day resist the call of the moon? Could she be free from the constant threat of exposure? When Marcus''s abandoned werewolf son, John, books a desperate train journey back to New Brunswick at the full moon, the ancient recipe and its arcane ingredients are put to the test. Will Dirk Bragg finally corner Kate and John in their wereforms and expose them to the world, or will Cure for Werewolf keep them safe? A rare sequel that is as full of action and revelations as its predecessor, A Cure for Wereduck is imaginative, exciting, and peppered with Hackmatack Award nominated David Atkinson''s delightful humour.

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Book SynopsisCuando eres pequeño y esperas por algo, te parece una eternidad, ¡especialmente si se trata de un nuevo bebé! Hay tanto que preparar para su llegada: ropa, juguetes y un lugar para dormir. La llegada de un nuevo miembro a la familia es emocionante, pero la experiencia también puede ser estresante y confusa para los hermanitos. Enfrentarse a las nuevas situaciones y emociones que se presentan puede ser todo un reto. Esta serie de cuatro libros de cartón trata sobre el tiempo de espera de la llegada de un nuevo bebé, la emoción de la llegada en sí y el comienzo de esa relación tan especial entre hermanos. El texto sencillo y las vivas ilustraciones han sido cuidadosamente diseñados para estimular el diálogo entre el lector adulto y el niño. When you’re small, waiting for anything can seem to take a lifetime, especially when it’s a baby! There is so much to sort out for the new arrival – clothes, toys and a place to sleep. A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can also be worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade ReviewA toddler observes and asks questions about the new baby in this story, part of a series designed to help new siblings adjust. “Why does the baby always have milk?” the toddler wonders as her mother breastfeeds. The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (“Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?”), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus. Also available: Waiting for Baby , You and Me , and Look at Me! Up to age 3. * Publishers Weekly *Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! * Carousel *“These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. … The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations.” * School Library Journal *“The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. … watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant.” javascript:EditTextDlgSubmit() * Readertotz blog *“The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (‘Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?’), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus.” * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis¡Hay tanto que descubrir cuando nace un bebé! ¿Cómo huele y cuándo caminará? ¿Cuándo duerme y qué le gusta comer? La llegada de un nuevo miembro a la familia es emocionante, pero la experiencia también puede ser estresante y confusa para los hermanitos. Enfrentarse a las nuevas situaciones y emociones que se presentan puede ser todo un reto. Esta serie de cuatro libros de cartón trata sobre el tiempo de espera de la llegada de un nuevo bebé, la emoción de la llegada en sí y el comienzo de esa relación tan especial entre hermanos. El texto sencillo y las vivas ilustraciones han sido cuidadosamente diseñados para estimular el diálogo entre el lector adulto y el niño. There is so much to find out when a baby is born! What does it smell like, and when will it walk? When does it sleep, and what does it like to eat? A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can alsobe worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship that develops between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade ReviewA toddler observes and asks questions about the new baby in this story, part of a series designed to help new siblings adjust. “Why does the baby always have milk?” the toddler wonders as her mother breastfeeds. The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (“Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?”), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus. Also available: Waiting for Baby , You and Me , and Look at Me! Up to age 3. * Publishers Weekly *Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! * Carousel *“These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. … The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations.” * School Library Journal *“The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. … watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant.” javascript:EditTextDlgSubmit() * Readertotz blog *“The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (‘Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?’), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus.” * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis¡Un nuevo bebé necesita cuidados todo el tiempo! Es una excelente oportunidad para que los hermanitos mayores disfruten y aprecien lo grandes e independientes que son. La llegada de un nuevo miembro a la familia es emocionante, pero la experiencia también puede ser estresante y confusa para los hermanitos. Enfrentarse a las nuevas situaciones y emociones que se presentan puede ser todo un reto. Esta serie de cuatro libros de cartón trata sobre el tiempo de espera de la llegada de un nuevo bebé, la emoción de la llegada en sí y el comienzo de esa relación tan especial entre hermanos. El texto sencillo y las vivas ilustraciones han sido cuidadosamente diseñados para estimular el diálogo entre el lector adulto y el niño. A new baby needs looking after all the time! It’s the perfect opportunity for older siblings to enjoy how much more grown-up and independent they are. A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can also be worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade ReviewA toddler observes and asks questions about the new baby in this story, part of a series designed to help new siblings adjust. “Why does the baby always have milk?” the toddler wonders as her mother breastfeeds. The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (“Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?”), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus. Also available: Waiting for Baby , You and Me , and Look at Me! Up to age 3. * Publishers Weekly *Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! * Carousel *“These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. … The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations.” * School Library Journal *“The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. … watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant.” javascript:EditTextDlgSubmit() * Readertotz blog *“The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (‘Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?’), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus.” * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisEl vínculo entre un nuevo bebé y su hermano siempre es algo especial y gratificante ¡Sin embargo, a veces resulta difícil adaptarse a las necesidades y deseos del nuevo bebé! La llegada de un nuevo miembro a la familia es emocionante, pero la experiencia también puede ser estresante y confusa para los hermanitos. Enfrentarse a las nuevas situaciones y emociones que se presentan puede ser todo un reto. Esta serie de cuatro libros de cartón trata sobre el tiempo de espera de la llegada de un nuevo bebé, la emoción de la llegada en sí y el comienzo de esa relación tan especial entre hermanos. El texto sencillo y las vivas ilustraciones han sido cuidadosamente diseñados para estimular el diálogo entre el lector adulto y el niño. The bond between a new baby and its sibling is always special and uniquely rewarding. Sometimes, however, it is difficult to adapt to the baby’s wants and needs! A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can also be worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade ReviewA toddler observes and asks questions about the new baby in this story, part of a series designed to help new siblings adjust. “Why does the baby always have milk?” the toddler wonders as her mother breastfeeds. The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (“Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?”), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus. Also available: Waiting for Baby , You and Me , and Look at Me! Up to age 3. * Publishers Weekly *Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! * Carousel *“These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. … The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations.” * School Library Journal *“The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. … watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant.” javascript:EditTextDlgSubmit() * Readertotz blog *“The child’s constant smiles, even when things get a little rough (‘Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?’), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book’s positive focus.” * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisWhen two kids visit Grandma's house for their usual visit, they can't help but think she's stuffy and no fun at all. Even the dinner she makes is predictable. But when Grandma goes missing and wild animals start popping up around the house, they realise she has a secret... A gorgeously illustrated picture book about not judging people based on appearances, and the how families can work together to help save the planet, author/illustrator Martin Stanev's debut book will make a beautiful, and fun, addition to any child's bookshelf.Trade ReviewA beautiful, original picture-book about cherishing our world and each other. * Metro *A visit to Grandma's house has surprising consequences in this original, magical debut, which celebrates family bonds and how we can work together to save the planet. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *Sumptuously illustrated and wildly imaginative. Truly beautiful! * Fiona Lumbers, creator of Grandpa's Gift *

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Book SynopsisEveryone's family is different, but none more so than this one from the imagination of legendary team John Yeoman and Quentin Blake. Meet Uncle Marvello and Auntie Shazam: magicians extraordinaire... they can even make your watch disappear. And Cousin Charlie, who cooks up a feast... then eats it all himself. From uncles and cousins to babies and elderly aunts, everyone in this family is guaranteed to make you laugh out loud!Trade Review"Undiluted fun from beginning to end and a joy to read a share" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisWilly has just gotten home from school and wants to spend a few minutes playing by himself. His little sister Maya, though, wants him to play with her—right now. How can Willy get a few minutes of quiet and still keep his sister happy? The story presents children with several alternatives for them to consider, and every choice leads to a different ending. Kids can decide whether they like how the story turns out, or whether they want to go back and try another approach to solving the problem. The story also gives parents the opportunity to ask children what other solutions might work.

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