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Author: Mem Fox (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Pamela Lofts (on JOMB)
Published: 2005 Harcourt (on JOMB)
ISBN: 9780152163181

Amidst mauve and pink Australian sunsets, this lyrically told and beautifully illustrated tale reminds us of the underrated pleasures of simply loving.

Other books mentioned:

• Elizabeti’s Doll

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Author: Christine Ford (on JOMB) & Trish Holland (on JOMB)
Illustrator: David Diaz (on JOMB)
Published: 2009 Golden Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 978-0-375-84752-3

Warmth and well being radiate from stylized Inuit seascapes and gently lapping prose in this soothing bedtime confirmation of safety, connectedness and parental love.

More bedtime reading on JOMB:

• I Need My Monster
• Go to Bed, Monster!
• Darkness Slipped In
• But If They Do…

Pop over to Carol’s Corner for today’s full menu of poetry offerings. Poetry Fridays are brought to us by Kelly Herold of Big A, Little A.

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Author: P.J. Bracegirdle (on JOMB)
Published: 2008 McElderry Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1416934162

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Hard-core horror meets sumptuous simile in this gripping exploration of siblinghood, self-destruction and sanitized sameness.

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Author: Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Christy Hale (on JOMB)
Published: 1998 Lee & Low Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 1584300817

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Earthy tones and textiles of Tanzania softly serve warm embraces and learned love in this beautiful tale of motherhood mimicry and the joy of nurturing.

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Author: Laura Langston (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Lindsey Gardiner (on JOMB)
Published: 2004 Random House (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0099443880

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Happily sloppy artwork and perfectly picked words and pace present the first-person ponderings of a young girl as her once spunky grandmother slips into forgetfulness in this sweet, sad tale of coping and compassion.

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Author: Henrik Drescher
Illustrator: Henrik Drescher
Published: 2008 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0763633860

A veneer of feigned pleasantries can’t conceal the ceaseless, senseless competition that corrupts then consumes former friends in this deliciously absurd yet apt demonstration of misguided attention and life misspent.

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Author: Davide Cali
Translator: Marcel Danesi
Illustrator: Anna Laura Cantone
Published: 2008 Tundra Books (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0887768733 Chapters.ca Amazon.com

The cheeky mother-replacement schemings of a disgruntled son and a crackerjack combination of collage, paint and cleverly carefree scrawling make this hilarious showdown between the delights of imagined control and the irreplaceable affection of a loving mom a pore-over-each-page favourite.

Books and Resources mentioned:

• National Film Board of Canada (NFB)
• The Incredible Book Eating Boy

Author: Don Gillmor
Illustrator: Marie-Louise Gay (on JOMB)
Published: 2000 Fitzhenry & Whiteside (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0773732187 Chapters.ca Amazon.com

Enchanting moonlit expanses, snappy, intelligent narration and plenty of clever details turn the tiny personal experience of that awkward first crush into a sweeping, surreal adventure that feels almost as big as infatuation.

You can hear a JOMB chat with Marie-Louise Gay here.

You can read more about Stuart McLean here.

Author: Grace Lin
Illustrator: Grace Lin
Published: 2007 Albert Whitman & Co. (on JOMB)
ISBN: 0807569224 Chapters.ca Amazon.com

Dramatic, stylized folk art, carefully worded text and a cleverly crafted story-within-a-story format combine to create an engaging story time snapshot that vividly illustrates the unwavering strength of parental devotion — and the quiet power of children’s books.

You can read more about Robert’s Snow: Art Auction for Cancer’s Cure here.

Author: Jessica Swaim (on JOMB)
Illustrator: Jill McElmurry (on JOMB)
Published: 2007 Candlewick Press (on JOMB)
ISBN: 076362330X Chapters.ca Amazon.com

Fast-paced, must-memorize rhyme, a pack of unruly pooches and a sprinkling of romance made this explosion of canine character a family favourite before the ink had time to dry.

Other books mentioned:

• Poodlena
• The Outside Dog
• Dogs’ Night
• Is There Room on the Feather Bed? (Orchard Paperbacks)
• Mrs. McTats and Her Houseful of Cats
• I Want A Dog

You can find more great dog books here.

In this episode, we play two Listener Submitted Reviews:

• Amigo reviewed by Bayla (5)
• And Tango Makes Three reviewed by writer and homeschooling parent Sage Tyrtle of the Quirky Nomads podcast

Many thanks to Sage and Bayla for participating in JOMB, to Karen and Gwen for leaving us audio comments and to those of you who have sent us feedback via email and have spread the JOMB word in your own circles. We really appreciate your support.

Listeners who submit reviews before May 30, 2007 will be entered in a draw to win an autographed copy of The Call to Shakabaz.

If you would like to share your thoughts on a favourite children’s book, please send your review as an MP3 file in email to [email protected], phone it in to our listener feedback line (206-350-6487), leave a two-minute MyChingo, or send your text review in email.

Author: Lynn Manuel
Illustrator: Diane Greenseid
Published: 2006 Abrams Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0810959720 Chapters.ca Amazon.com

This frolicsome tale of friendship found reminds us that — even when our lives are full of colour, clutter and carefree creativity — the best things in life are … breathing.

Other books mentioned:

• Cat Magic

Author: Alison McGhee Illustrator: Peter H. Reynolds Published: 2007 Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1416928111 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Breezy illustrations and stirring text whisk mother and daughter through memories of the precious past and into dreams of a richly textured future in this hopeful celebration of life and love. Other books mentioned: Ish So Few of Me Hush, Mama Loves You Tags:Alison McGhee, blessing, childrens book, Peter H. Reynolds, Podcast, prayer, review, Someday, wishAlison McGhee, blessing, childrens book, Peter H. Reynolds, Podcast, prayer, review, Someday, wish

Author: Amy Wachspress Published: 2007 Woza Books ISBN: 0978835026 Amazon.com Colour, music, scents and sentiment spill out of this pictureless fantasy novel and sweep us into a story of suspense, self-discovery and nonviolent resistance. Our girls laughed, swooned, quaked and cheered — then happily chirped “Satyagraha!”. Other books mentioned: The Meanest Doll in the World Check out our interview with author Amy Wachspress here. Tags:Amy Wachspress, childrens book, Podcast, Satyagraha, The Call to ShakabazAmy Wachspress, childrens book, Podcast, Satyagraha, The Call to Shakabaz

Author: David Michael Slater Illustrator: S. G. Brooks Published: 2004 Flashlight Press ISBN: 0972922512 Chapters.ca Amazon.com Funky illustrations, full of action and emotion, contrast the frustration of an imaginative young boy with the misinterpreted reality of his moms impending marriage. Its a palpable reminder of the power of perception — but our daughters come back for the laughs. Tags:childrens book, David Michael Slater, Podcast, S. G. Brooks, The Ring Bearchildrens book, David Michael Slater, Podcast, S. G. Brooks, The Ring Bear

Author: Petra Mathers
Illustrator: Petra Mathers
Published: 1993 Alfred A. Knopf
ISBN: 0679930604 Amazon.ca Amazon.com

Packed with colour and captivating character, this modern fairy tale whisks us through the darkness of domination, the sweet spell of infatuation and the prison of our own limitations — then leaves us chewing dreamily on the issues it presents.

Sadly, this is another wonderful book which has fallen out of print. I hope your library has a copy.

Don’t forget our book giveaway. Tell us about one of your favourite children’s books before March 15th 2007 and qualify to win an autographed copy of Nutcracker Noel.

Send your review (five-minutes or less) as an MP3 file in email to [email protected], phone it in to our listener feedback line (206-350-6487), leave a two-minute MyChingo, or send your text review in email

Author: Petra Mathers Illustrator: Petra Mathers Published: 1993 Alfred A. Knopf ISBN: 0679930604 Amazon.ca Amazon.com Packed with colour and captivating character, this modern fairy tale whisks us through the darkness of domination, the sweet spell of infatuation and the prison of our own limitations — then leaves us chewing dreamily on the issues it presents. Sadly, this is another wonderful book which has fallen out of print. I hope your library has a copy. Don’t forget our book giveaway. Tell us about one of your favourite children’s books before March 15th 2007 and qualify to win an autographed copy of Nutcracker Noel. Send your review (five-minutes or less) as an MP3 file in email to [email protected], phone it in to our listener feedback line (206-350-6487), leave a two-minute MyChingo, or send your text review in email Tags:No TagsNo Tags

Author: Petra Mathers
Illustrator: Petra Mathers
Published: 1993 Alfred A. Knopf
ISBN: 0679930604 Amazon.ca Amazon.com

Packed with colour and captivating character, this modern fairy tale whisks us through the darkness of domination, the sweet spell of infatuation and the prison of our own limitations then leaves us happily chewing on the issues it presents. This book mesmerizes all four of us. I hope you can find a copy.