Virginia Wolf Author: Kyo Maclear Illustrator: Isabelle Arsenault A story which broaches the complicated subject of the depression of a family member. Kindness, perseverance and creativity prevail. This book suggests kind ways of interacting with people who are having difficulties or have a mood related illness. Virginia and Vanessa are sisters. Vanessa paints and draws making life bright, expansive and cheery. Virginia is cantankerous and unhappy. She withdraws from the world and frightens people away with her ‘wolfish’ behaviour. […]
Archives for March 2015
STAR CHILD– Book by Claire Nivola –
– Book by Claire Nivola –
Star Child Author and Illustrator: Claire Nivola A spiritual journey runs beneath the consciousness of everyday life. This story celebrates the cycle of life and what it is like to be alive on earth. It gently introduces the idea of a before and after life experience. The Star Child is a tiny flame of vapour, invisible and timeless that watches the earth with its elders from far away. It wishes to visit earth and the story that unfolds is […]
STEPHEN’S MUSIC – Book by Author: Sofie Laguna and Anna Pignataro-
– Book by Author: Sofie Laguna and Anna Pignataro-
Stephen’s Music Author: Sofie Laguna Illustrator: Anna Pignataro Enchanted by the music of the flute, Stephen has a fantastical vision of freedom. Transformed and inspired, he follows this heart’s desire to play the flute. Beautiful images by award winner illustrator Anna Pignatoro, engage the reader in the excitement of a child’s willingness to practice until he has mastered each instrument. Stephen starts his training with the recorder as flutes are too expensive. Each instrument is harder than the last. […]
WOOLBUR– Book by Leslie Helankoski and Lee Harper –
– Book by Leslie Helankoski and Lee Harper –
Woolbur Author: Leslie Helankoski Illustrator: Lee Harper If you are a bit different and find it hard to fit in then this silly story about personal empowerment is for you! Hilarious illustrations fill the pages with fun and possibilities. This free spirited little sheep doesn’t follow the flock and is delighted with his own uniqueness. This story celebrates creativity and difference. Unusual ideas can offer valuable new ways of thinking. Start a trend, create something new, make something old […]