2009 Notable Children's Recordings
The various songs set the mood for an imaginary Hawaiian vacation. Use traditional songs and instruments such as the Ukulele. Some songs are in English and some in Hawaiian by various artists.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Audiobook: Slam by Penguin Audio (7 hours/6discs)
2009 Amazing Audiobooks for Young AdultsSlam by Nick Hornby, read by Nicholas Hoult. Sam is a 16 year-old boy who loves to skate. (skatebording) Tony Hawk is his idol. He usually seek advice from him. When things seem to be going just right for his family, Sam receives a announcement from his girlfriend Alicia. An event that will change his life forever. The character comes to life as it is narrated. Sam's voice and feelings are clearly expressed. After trying to run away from his problems, Sam's imature character grows up and matures. Sam takes action as he enters the life of a teenage father.
Listen to the Wind:The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and Susan L. Roth
2009 NYT Bestselling books for Children and Teens
A children's version of the biography of Greg Mortenson, who built a school for the children of Korphe a small village in Pakiston. Beautiful collage illustrations.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Goldilicious by Victoria Kann
2009 NYT Bestselling Books for Children and TeensGoldilicious or Goldie for short is unicorn that belongs to Pinkalicious. She is not just any unicorn. She is a kite-flying, roller-skating, high-jumping unicorn. Together they Pinkalicious and Goldie can do just about anything. A book any young girl will enjoy.
Gallop: A Scanimation Picture Book by Rufus Butler Seder
2009 NYT Bestselling Books for Children and Teens
Animals come to life as you flip through the pages of this great book. This is a book that kids will enjoy looking at over and over again.
A Visitor for Bear by Bonny Becker
2009 Notable Children's Book
A humorous story about a bear who wanted no friends and a persistent mouse who wanted a friend. Bear can't really get rid of mouse, who keeps on popping up in unexpected places. At the end Bear accepts that he needs a friend. Beautiful illustrations bring the book to life.
Audiobook: I'm Dirty by Weston Woods Studios (CD/6min.)
2009 Odyssey Honor AudiobookWritten by Kate & Jim McMullan, narrated by Steve Buscemi. A hard working backhoe loader that loves his job. Great music and background sounds. Great illustrations. Kids will enjoy this book.
Audiobook: Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Foltale by Peachtree Publishers (CD/10 min.)
2009 Odyssey Honor AudiobookA Cuban folktale,written and narrated by Carmen Agra Deedy. Martina the Beautiful cockroach is looking for a husband. Her Cuban grandmother offers some advise that will help Martina find the right one. Beautiful story. Available in both English and Spanish.
Audiobook: The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Weston Woods Studios (CD 8 min.)
2009 Notable Children's Recordings
Great audio book. Brings story to life. Narrated by Paul Giamatti. Alexander T. Wolfe gives his version of what really happens to the 3 little pigs. He just happened to be sat the worng place at the wrong time. A recording that kids will enjoy.
A Couple of Boys Have the Best Week Ever by Marla Frazee
2009 Caldecott Honor Book
James and Eamon a best friends. They are looking foward to spending a week at Nature camp. A week without parents. Eventhough things didn't come out as expected, James and Eamon still had the best week ever at Bill and Pam's beach house. Join the boys in their summer vacation adventure. It will be a week to remember.
Maybelle in the Soup by Katie Speck
2010 Texas Bluebonnet Award NomineeMaybelle lived under the refrigerator in Mr. and Mrs. Peabody's home. She really love to eat. If only she could just taste the soup that Mrs. Peabody was preparing for her guests. WhenMaybelle decides to disobey the rules and the warnings of Henry the flea, a great adventure begins.
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