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The magician's hat

Mitchell, Malcolm, 1993-


Today is Family Fun Day at the library, and a magician named David puts on a show with his special trick--having the children pull books out of his tall hat, books that touch their deepest dreams and unlock their hopes for their future.
Date Published:2018

Serafina and the Seven Stars

Beatty, Robert, 1963-,


In 1900, the shapeshifting guardian of North Carolina's Biltmore estate faces deceptively dark and terrifying forces that make her question her own senses and whom she can trust.
Date Published:2019

Pete the cat and the surprise teacher

Dean, James, 1957-


When Pete goes to school, he finds out his teacher is out sick and the substitute teacher is . . . his mom! It’s up to Pete to teach the teacher what school is all about.
Date Published:2017

Shi-shi-etko

Campbell, Nicola I.


In just four days, young Shi-shi-etko will have to leave her family and all that she knows to attend residential school. She spends her last days at home treasuring the beauty of her world -- the dancing sunlight, the tall grass, each shiny rock, the tadpoles in the creek, her grandfather's paddle song. Her mother, father and grandmother, each in turn, share valuable teachings that they want her to remember. And so Shi-shi-etko carefully gathers her memories for safekeeping.
Date Published:2005

In just four days, young Shi-shi-etko will have to leave her family and all that she knows to attend residential school. She spends her last days at home treasuring the beauty of her world -- the dancing sunlight, the tall grass, each shiny rock, the tadpoles in the creek, her grandfather's paddle song. Her mother, father and grandmother, each in turn, share valuable teachings that they want her to remember. And so Shi-shi-etko carefully gathers her memories for safekeeping.

Date Published:2005

Hard luck

Kinney, Jeff


After being dumped by his best friend and having a hard time finding new friends in middle school, Greg decides to change his luck and turn all his decisions over to chance.
Date Published:2013

Dog Man. 11, Twenty thousand fleas under the sea /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Piggy is back, and his newest plot is his most diabolical yet. Dog Man and the rest of your favorite characters must join together. What new villains are on the horizon? Where are they all coming from? And who will step forward to save the city when scoundrels sabotage our Supa Buddies?
Date Published:2023

Branded

Walters, Eric, 1957-


Pagination varies : the hardcover edition has 109 pages. Please note the mature content of this book. When the principal of his school decides that the students must wear uniforms, Ian learns that the manufacturer of the uniforms is on the top-ten list for human-rights violations. When he tells the principal this, all he gets is a reminder that the penalty for refusing to wear the uniforms is suspension.
Date Published:2010

Pagination varies : the hardcover edition has 109 pages. Please note the mature content of this book. When the principal of his school decides that the students must wear uniforms, Ian learns that the manufacturer of the uniforms is on the top-ten list for human-rights violations. When he tells the principal this, all he gets is a reminder that the penalty for refusing to wear the uniforms is suspension.

Date Published:2010

I even funnier : a middle school story

Patterson, James, 1947-


"In this follow up to 'I Funny,' middle schooler Jamie Grimm has big dreams of being the best stand-up comic in the world--and he won't let the fact that he's wheelchair-bound stand in his way. After winning the New York state finals in the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic Contest, Jamie's off to Boston to compete in the national semi-finals. But when one of his best buddies runs into trouble at school and a sudden family health scare rears its head, Jamie has to put his comedic ambitions on hold and stand by the people he cares about. Can Jamie pass up the big competition for the sake of his friends and family?"--From publisher.
Date Published:2013

"In this follow up to 'I Funny,' middle schooler Jamie Grimm has big dreams of being the best stand-up comic in the world--and he won't let the fact that he's wheelchair-bound stand in his way. After winning the New York state finals in the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic Contest, Jamie's off to Boston to compete in the national semi-finals. But when one of his best buddies runs into trouble at school and a sudden family health scare rears its head, Jamie has to put his comedic ambitions on hold and stand by the people he cares about. Can Jamie pass up the big competition for the sake of his friends and family?"--From publisher.

Date Published:2013

Urban Voices 2018 = L'écho de la ville 2018


Includes some text in French. At head of title: poésie = poetry.
Date Published:2018

Dog Man. 10, Mothering heights /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-,


At head of title: Tree-House Comix proudly presents. Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-fect past, and Grampa is up to no good. The world is spinning out of control as new villains spill into town. Everything seems dark and full of despair. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day?
Date Published:2021

More than a Game (Episode 6)


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. More than a Game delves into the complicated history of Black high-performance athletes in Canada, who participated in boxing, baseball, track and field, hockey and more. Through vignettes and interviews with some of Canada's finest athletes, the episode looks at the climate for Black Canadian athletes, the evolution of racism in sport, and what the future holds. Warning: The following program contains language which some viewers may find offensive.
Date Published:2023

From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. More than a Game delves into the complicated history of Black high-performance athletes in Canada, who participated in boxing, baseball, track and field, hockey and more. Through vignettes and interviews with some of Canada's finest athletes, the episode looks at the climate for Black Canadian athletes, the evolution of racism in sport, and what the future holds. Warning: The following program contains language which some viewers may find offensive.

Date Published:2023

Kalu - Bridgewater, Nova Scotia


Kalu is a 9-year-old boy who lives in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia with his family and puppy, Bo. He is Liberian and Mi'kmaq and loves woodworking. He is very creative - he's made a lot of things for his family, including a flower stand for his grandmother! At the pool, he shows us his swimming skills with his younger sister Soraya and his friends. When he isn't swimming or making things, he likes to play an African game called Mancala with his afterschool group. Kalu also shows us how to make ground pea soup, one of his favourite Liberian foods - yum! After receiving an inspiring message from one his role models, he brings us to his grandfather's workshop where he shares his ambition to become a professional carpenter one day!
Date Published:2022

Kalu is a 9-year-old boy who lives in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia with his family and puppy, Bo. He is Liberian and Mi'kmaq and loves woodworking. He is very creative - he's made a lot of things for his family, including a flower stand for his grandmother! At the pool, he shows us his swimming skills with his younger sister Soraya and his friends. When he isn't swimming or making things, he likes to play an African game called Mancala with his afterschool group. Kalu also shows us how to make ground pea soup, one of his favourite Liberian foods - yum! After receiving an inspiring message from one his role models, he brings us to his grandfather's workshop where he shares his ambition to become a professional carpenter one day!

Date Published:2022

Take my plant for a walk? : and other questions about plants

Thomson, Ruth, 1949-


Includes index.
Date Published:2005

Electromagnetic attraction (electricity and magnetism)


Eric makes an electromagnet using a nail, insulated electrical wire, electrical tape and a battery. Electricity passing through the wire creates a magnetic field, and makes the metal rod act like a magnet. It's not magic, it's science!
Date Published:2019

Public School Superhero

Patterson, James, 1947-


"This edition is available for distribtuion only through the school market."--P. [4] of cover. "In Kenny Wright's active imagination he's a world famous superhero, but in the real world he's a sixth grade "Grandma's Boy" whose struggles to fit in at his Washington D.C. inner city school will put his grades and family loyalty to the test"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2015

Wild born

Mull, Brandon, 1974-


As a dark force engulfs the land, the fate of Erdas has fallen on the shoulders of four young strangers who each have forged a rare bond with their spirit beasts -- a bond that gives great powers to all of them.
Date Published:2013

Discovering communities

Bisset, Elizabeth


Cover title.
Date Published:2004

Discovering Canadian pioneers

Gutsole, Marlene.


Cover title.
Date Published:1998

Discovering first peoples and first contacts

Francis, Daniel.


Cover title.
Date Published:2000

Discovering Canada's trading partners

Ursel, Elaine.


Cover title.
Date Published:2001