New and Notable Children's Books: November 2011

by Simon Mason

Love conquers all in this big-hearted and heartbreaking story of Martha, Tug and their errant father who, in time, stops... Full review >

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by Delia Sherman

Multilayered, compassionate and thought-provoking, a timely read on the sesquicentennial of America’s Civil War. Full review >

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by Sally M. Walker

Riveting. Full review >

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by Charlotte Moundlic & illustrated by Olivier Tallec

The day after realizing his ailing mother is “really going to die,” a boy awakens to his father’s devastating announcement:... Full review >

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by Leda Schubert & illustrated by Bonnie Christensen

Appetizing and heartwarming. Full review >

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by Rachel Rivett & illustrated by Mique Moriuchi

The light, soothing atmosphere created by the well-matched prayers and illustrations is deceptively simple, effectively... Full review >

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by Julie Hunt & Sue Moss illustrated by Gaye Chapman

Children (and adults) can be lost for a long and pleasurable time amid the sparkles. Full review >

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by Charise Mericle Harper & illustrated by Charise Mericle Harper

The story should please those hopeful readers who are puppy-starved themselves, while the learning hidden within should set... Full review >

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by Lita Judge & illustrated by Lita Judge

Pure genius. Full review >

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by Barry Denenberg

This is history at its best, an original and appealing way to mark the centennial of this familiar disaster. Full review >

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by Jessie Hartland & illustrated by Jessie Hartland

An excellent complement to any dinosaur-book collection, this enriches and extends that interest. Full review >

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by Beverley Naidoo & illustrated by Piet Grobler

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by Nick Dowson & illustrated by Patrick Benson

Simple but effective, this is a beautiful introduction to a remarkable region that should encourage any child’s sense of... Full review >

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