(For FICTION and NON-FICTION)

The Accidental Orphan
by Constance Horne
Beach Holme Press. 1998. 0-88878-385-X.

Wrongly accused of theft, Ellen jumps aboard a ship bound for Canada in 1885. Falsely labeled an orphan, she struggles to return home to her uncle.

The Faces of Fear
by Monica Hughes
Harper Collins. 1997. 0-00-648160-4.

When tragedy changes her life, Joan looks toward a cyberspace role model to rebuild her identity.; In the process she meets with unexpected challenges, dangerous adventures and unexpected friendships in the world of virtual reality.

Quebec City Crisis
by Roy McGregor
McClelland and Stewart.1998. 0771056176.

More fun with Travis, Nish and Sarah as they explore Quebec, play in yet another hockey tournament and become embroiled in the ongoing English/French language issue.

The Nose From Jupiter
by Richard Scrimger
Tundra Books. 1998. 0-88776-428-2.

Scrimger is a fun new author who tantalizes his readers with his bizarre sense of humour. Can you imagine gaining increased self-confidence from an alien living in your nose!  That’s exactly what happens to Alan!

An Island of My Own
by Andrea Spalding
Beach Holme Press. 1998. 0-88878-390-6.

An unexpected sojourn with relatives presents 15 year old Rowan with an environmental challenge to preserve the habitat of sea otters. This special locale plays a significant role in her personal quest for a place of her own.

Hope Springs a Leak
by Ted Staunton
Red Deer College Press. 1998. 0-88995-174-8.

A fun-filled story about life through the eyes of an adventuresome grade six boy named Sam. Along the way are a variety of characters of all ages and crazy circumstances. Our hero’s romantic “crush” adds to the fun.

The Secret of Devil Lake
by Robert Sutherland
Harper Collins. 1998. 0-00-648100-0.

Mystery and history are an unbeatable combination. Will is faced with a family crisis of huge proportions and only he can prevent an unspeakable tragedy. Will he be able to solve the mystery in time?

Good-bye Marianne
by Irene N. Watts
Tundra Books. 1998. 0-88776-445-2.

A touching and totally credible approach to Berlin in the late 1930’s as seen through the eyes of Marianne, a young Jewish girl, as she tries to understand what is happening to her family, friends and community.
(*1998 Jeffrey Bilson Award)

Dogstar
by Beverley and Chris Wood
Polestar. 1997. 1-896095-37-2.

For dog lovers, historians and time travel fans this book is sure to appeal. What an adventure when Jeff, a typical 90’s kid finds himself in Juneau, Alaska in 1932 where his clothes are all wrong and even his money is taken for counterfeit.

Trapped in Ice
by Eric Walters
Penguin Books. 1997. 0670875422.

An adventure saga on the high seas, finds Helen and her family caught up in a survival quest which challenges their very lives. Based upon true events in the Canadian Arctic, this historical drama’s informative and compelling plot transports the reader to place filled with mystery and wonder.

Safari
by Robert Bateman
Penguin. 1998.0-670-87970-3.

On an African safari with artist/naturalist Robert Bateman, we learn about thirteen special animals. Observing the uniqueness of each creature, we are challenged to accept our role as guardians of their future.

If Sarah Will Take Me
by David Bouchard
Orca Book Publishers. 1997. 1-55143-081-9.

This inspiring message is offered by two talented Canadians. Poet, David Bouchard has created a lyrical reflection of the awareness of life’s gifts. His words give voice to the beautiful paintings by Robb Dunfield. Their partnership in this unique book shares the gift of all aspects of one’s life.

Moon Festival - A Chinese Mid-Autumn Celebration
by Arlene Chan
Umbrella Press. 1999. 1-895642 345.

A delightful multipurpose approach to a well-recognized celebration. The reader discovers different versions of the moon legends as well as recipes and customs that relate.

There’s a Mouse in My House!
by Sheree Fitch
Doubleday Canada. 1997. 0-385-25706-6.

Two mothers and their children, a boy and a mouse, try to solve a problem in delightfully constructed verse.

The Last Safe House
by Barbara Greenwood
Kids Can Press. 1998. 1-55074-509-3.

History and fiction are combined to create a compelling read that will educate its audience about the fears and experiences of escaped slaves, and those who helped them, as they fled along the underground railroad.

The Kids Book of Canadian Prime Ministers
by Pat Hancock
Kids Can Press. 1998. 1-55074473-9.

An excellent historical resource that presents interesting facts about both our past and present Canadian leaders and our system of government within a useful time line and organization.

The Kids Guide to the Millennium
Ann Love and Jane Drake
Kids Can Press. 1998. 1-55074-436-4.

A sure-fire topic of interest as we approach the turn of the century. This fun work is loaded with activity ideas to help the reader prepare to celebrate a once in a lifetime event.

Funny You Should Ask
by Marg Meikle
Scholastic. 1998. 0-590-12489-7.

Have you ever wondered if people can spontaneously combust or why so many kids hate liver and Brussels spouts? This snappy collection of 115 questions and answers deals with everything you ever wanted to know but didn’t know who to ask.

52 Days By Camel
Lawrie Raskin and Debora Pearson
Annick Press. 1998. 1-55037-518-0.

Take a trip to the Sahara Desert and discover fascinating facts about the climate, the culture, the people and the chosen form of transportation. A journey that all readers will marvel at.

Animals Eat the Weirdest Things
by Diane Swanson
Whitecap Books.1998. 1-55110-693-0.

Swanson has written a disgustingly intriguing explanation of the “whats” and “whys” of animal eating patterns! “Blood, Skin and Cast-Off Parts” or “Ooze, Vomit and Dung”, the title headings are sure to grab the interest of the reader.

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