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Picture Books

Old Macdonald Had a Phone ©21
by Jeanne Willis

Old Macdonald loves his phone: it helps him organize his farm. But when the
animals each get one of their own, they are soon on their phones all day- “Here
a tweet, there a chat, WhatsApping the farm cat”-and before they know it, no
work is getting done! What can Old Macdonald do? Sing along to the tune of
“Old Macdonald Had a Farm” and see! A hilarious cautionary tale for a new
generation of phone-users, from the award-winning partnership of Jeanne 978-1-7284-2412-5 • LIST: $27.90/DISC: $22.32
Trade Hardcover • 32 Pages • 11” x 9 1/2”
Willis and Tony Ross. Reading Level: Grade 2 • Interest Level: Grades PK-3
Colour Illustrations, Original Artwork
Lerner Publishing Group • Spring 2021

Pirates vs. Monsters ©21
by David Crosby
Pirates Hector, Sue, and George are crafty, bold, and all very proud about
besting some of the most grizzly, gruesome monsters. But are they telling
the truth? A few new visitors might just set the record straight. . . .

978-1-84886-708-6 • LIST: $27.90/DISC: $22.32
Trade Hardcover • 32 Pages • 9 1/2” x 9 1/2”
Reading Level: Grade 2 • Interest Level: Grades PK-3
Colour Illustrations, Original Artwork
Lerner Publications (Maverick Arts) • Spring 2021

Pride Puppy! ©21
by Robin Stevenson
A young child and their family are having a wonderful time together celebrating
Pride Day meeting up with Grandma, making new friends and eating ice
cream. But then something terrible happens: their dog gets lost in the parade!
Luckily, there are lots of people around to help reunite the pup with his family.
This rhyming alphabet book tells a lively story, with rich, colourful illustrations 978-1-4598-2484-3 • LIST: $19.95/DISC: $15.96
that will have readers poring over every detail as they spot items starting with Hardback • 32 Pages • 10” x 8 1/2”
each of the letters of the alphabet. An affirming and inclusive book that offers Reading Level: Grades PK-K
a joyful glimpse of a Pride parade and the vibrant community that celebrates Colour Illustrations
this day each year. Orca Book Publishers • Fall 2021
“[A] sheer delight and will be a welcome addition to shelves everywhere. Highly—and
proudly—recommended.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

Raymond the Buffalo ©21
by Lou Beauchesne
Raymond is a brave, strong and hairy buffalo. Gilbert is a quiet, growing and
not-at-all hairy boy. Raymond is the hero of Gilbert’s favourite book, and Gilbert
brings his favourite book everywhere. When an unfortunate incident separates
the two, Raymond finds himself in a very unusual situation outside of his book
and loose in the local library! There’s nothing for Raymond to do but wait for
Gilbert to come find him. But as the days turn into months and months
into years, Raymond has to be brave and make a new home in the library 978-1-4598-2617-5 • LIST: $19.95/DISC: $15.96
shelves and a new friend in the librarian, Nicole. This adorably illustrated Hardback • 48 Pages • 6 1/2” x 8 1/2”
picture book celebrates the love we have for books and the strength of Reading Level: Grades 1-3
friendship. Colour Illustrations
Orca Book Publishers • Fall 2021
“With his wily eyes and endearing grin, plucky Raymond offers a lesson in enduring
friendships, old and new. An unusual, touching adventure involving a book, a library,
and a friend.”—Kirkus Reviews
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