BOOKS FOR KIDS

WHAT MOMMIES LIKE

Judy Carey Nevin, illustrated by Stephanie Six Little Bee Books

With one sentence on each page, this is a great book for beginning readers. Softly coloured illustrations help describe what mommies like to do, and provide the perfect opportunity for children to add their own special thoughts about their mom. A perfect Mother’s Day gift and an easy read for ages four to eight.

TURN THIS BOOK INTO A BEEHIVE!

Brunelle, illustrated By Anna-Maria Jung Workman Publishing

This book not only contains bee facts, experiments and activities, it can actually be turned into a beehive. With bold print and brilliant illustrations, readers will learn about bee behaviour, species, and beneficial plants. Nature lovers ages eight to 12 to adult will love this wonderful book just in time for spring.

NICK THE SIDEKICK

Dave Whamond Kids Can Press

For young readers wanting to try a graphic novel, this comic with vibrant illustrations and bold print makes an easy and fun read. Nick has super powers: intelligence and amazing hearing. What he doesn’t have are the muscle and the glamour. However, when he teams up with Super Fantastic Guy he solves the crime. He just has to figure out how to prove he is the real superhero.

ON THE NATURE TRAIL

Storey Publishing

This awesome take-along field guide is perfect for the little outdoor enthusiast. Inside this hardcover spiral notebook children will find stickers to keep track of things they see on a hike. It also contains easy to read information about animals, insects, plants, crafts, and instructions on how to make a map. Ages six to 10 will want to have this in their backpacks.