Kari-Lynn Winters

A sweet, playful story about identity - and what it means to belong. Why, of course Donkey's a cat. He spends all his time with the other cats on the farm. He licks his fur and pounces, just like they do. He even cuddles with them at nap time. Though, he must admit, sometimes he does feel ... a little off. So, when Farmer says to him, "Donkey, you're acting like a cat " it gets him thinking. What if he's not a cat? And if not, then what is he? Will going off on his own help Donkey figure out what he is and where he belongs? Award-winning author Kari-Lynn Winters's delightful story of self-discovery uses kid-perfect hilarity to deliver the message that every individual has something unique to offer to their community. The contrast between Donkey and his cat friends makes for laugh-out-loud silliness in Kelly Collier's endearing and amusing art (ever seen a Donkey perch on a fence post?). Pages are filled with spot illustrations, speech bubbles and action words that keep the visual appeal high. Sure to be a story-time crowd-pleaser, this picture book could easily spark discussions about identity, fitting in and belonging. It also works well for character education lessons on adaptability, inclusiveness, initiative and caring.

When Brandon’s big brother feels left out of the party preparations, he cleverly comes up with the exciting idea to “Double Up” on all of the party goodies, so that both brothers can have a rockin’ good time. Double the cakes, double the balloons, and double the fun! This fun-loving story perfectly captures the essence of shared family experiences with comical illustrations from Dave Whamond , and Kari-Lynn's witty text that’s sure to get everyone. Dr. Kari-Lynn Winters is an award-winning Canadian children’s author, poet, playwright, performer, and academic scholar. Since 2007, she has authored over 35 books. Kari-Lynn has received the British Columbia Book Prize silver medal twice and has garnered multiple nominations for awards such as the Forest of Reading (e.g., French Toast) and the Chocolate Lily Awards (e.g., Good Pirate).

Mitä, jos en olekaan kissa? on suloinen ja humoristinen tarina identiteetistä ja joukkoon kuulumisesta. Aasi on varma, että se on kissa - sehän viettää kaiken aikansa maatilan kissojen kanssa, nuolee turkkiaan ja vaanii aivan kuten nekin. Mutta kun tilan emäntä huomauttaa Aasin käyttäytyvän kuin kissa, Aasi alkaa pohtia, kuka se oikeastaan on. Onko se sittenkään kissa? Ja jos ei, niin mikä? Palkittu kirjailija Kari-Lynn Winters kertoo lempeästi ja lapsille sopivan hauskasti itsensä löytämisestä ja siitä, että jokaisella on oma paikkansa yhteisössä. Kelly Collierin elävä ja ilmeikäs kuvitus tuo tarinan hulvattoman kontrastin näkyviin - kuka voisi olla nauramatta aasille, joka yrittää istua aidanseipäällä? Tämä lämminhenkinen kuvakirja hurmaa yhteisissä lukuhetkissä ja herättää keskustelua identiteetistä, erilaisuudesta ja yhteenkuuluvuudesta. Se sopii mainiosti myös tunne- ja vuorovaikutustaitojen opetukseen.

The newest addition to the series that includes Hungry for Math, Hungry for Science and Hungry for the Arts Join Handy Randy, Spendosaur, and House Mouse, the hungriest engineers around, in Hungry for Engineering: Poems to Gnaw On - another delectable book in the Hungry for...series Use wedges, inclined planes, pulleys, and screws to design, innovate, and construct a luxurious bug hotel, a long--and--fun marble run, and a mighty wind tower strong enough to blow you over the ocean. So set your table and get ready to build and problem-solve like never before with this feast of scrumptious, engineering poems.

See below for English description. Un b b est en route et Sofia est plut t nerveuse Les papas de Sofia lui ont toujours dit que depuis son arriv e, leur famille tait parfaite. Mais un b b va bient t agrandir la famille et tout va changer Racont sous la forme d'une lettre adress e Olivier, le b b de la famille, Avec tout notre amour invite les lecteurs ressentir l'impatience de Sofia, ses inqui tudes et son excitation, ainsi que l'amour immense qu'elle prouve pour sa famille. Cette histoire chaleureuse est id ale pour toutes les familles sur le point d'accueillir un b b . Elle incitera les lecteurs r fl chir ce qui les fait se sentir aim s et ce qui rend leur propre famille sp ciale A new baby is on the way and Sofia is a little nervous Sofia's dads always told her their family was just right after she came along. But now a new baby is on the way and everything will change Told in the form of a letter to baby Olivier, Avec tout notre amour invites readers to feel Sofia's anticipation, her worries and excitement, and the big love she feels for her family. With a warm and joyful tone, this new baby story will resonate with all families and prompt readers to think about what makes them feel loved and what makes their own family special Original title: All Our Love

“Simply told and cleverly imagined, French Toast is a great starting point for talking to young children about race, diversity, and respect.”—Quill and Quire ? Starred Review Phoebe—half Jamaican, half French-Canadian—hates her school nickname of “French Toast.” So she is mortified when, out on a walk with her Jamaican grandmother, she hears a classmate shout it out at her. To make things worse, Nan-Ma, who is blind, wants an explanation of the name. How can Phoebe describe the color of her skin to someone who has never seen it? “Like tea, after you’ve added the milk,” she says. And her father? “Like warm banana bread.” And Nan-Ma herself? She is like maple syrup poured over...well... In French Toast, Kari-Lynn Winters uses favorite foods from both of Phoebe’s cultures to celebrate the varied skin tones of her family. François Thisdale’s imaginative illustrations fill the landscape with whimsy and mouthwatering delight as Phoebe realizes her own resilience and takes ownership of her nickname proudly.

Noisy, disruptive, and unruly--younger sisters can be more than annoying at times. When you're in a hurry, they can be as slow as sloths. And when you build an extra tall tower of blocks, they knock it down, mischievous as mice. In this playful picture book, the narrator, who is both practical and reserved, struggles with the rowdy antics of her younger sister. Beatrice never, ever, ever listens and marches to the beat of her own drum. It isn't until the big sister wishes Bea away that she realizes life just isn't the same without her.

Explore your creativity with Hungry for the Arts: Poems to Chomp On, a collection of scrumptious poems, highlighting concepts like pathways, dynamics, roles, and textures This third book in the Hungry for. . . (STEAM) series features dancing dinosaurs, jazzy cats, a dramatic ride, and a homemade robot that whizzes through chores.

In a read-aloud perfect for conversations about team stewardship and growth mindset, a boy overshadowed by a family of skilled hockey players finds an innovative way to shine. In Jackson Moore's small town, his family is known for producing hockey heroes—but he worries that he’ll never measure up to their amazing skills. On the ice he feels like a potato on skates, and his teammates begin to wonder if he really is a Moore. Then, when a shortage of equipment puts his team at risk of losing their spot in the Winterfest Tournament, Jackson makes a game plan of his own and realizes that his problem-solving and stewardship abilities are hallmarks of a true MVP. Just like Jackson, award-winning author Kari-Lynn Winters grew up playing in the shadow of a big hockey family. In On the Line she demonstrates with heart and humor how scoring goals is not the only path to team heroism. An author's note furthers the conversation about sportsmanship, teamwork, and building supportive communities. Lively art by award-winning illustrator Scot Ritchie perfectly captures the action on and off the ice as Jackson learns to celebrate the skills he has—and to enjoy the game in spite of the ones he doesn’t.

Scolded for being "clumsy and kindly" instead of "crafty and greedy," young pirate Augusta becomes determined to brave a scary treasure hunt alone. When she and a member of a rival crew both get in trouble, they disobey orders to work together and share the booty. Augusta Garrick has proven that her helpful and gentle-hearted ways don't make her a bad pirate. In fact, she is even a good pirate. But when her clumsiness destroys a treasure map and injures First Mate Scully, she knows she must learn to be even better. Eager to make things right, Augusta sets out alone for Crossbones Island. She may not have a map, but she is nimble and fearless! At least, she is trying to be fearless. But there are strange shadows on Crossbones Island, and the Tuna Lubbers' crew of fierce pirate cats is after the treasure, too. When she finds herself in a dangerous situation with one of the Tuna Lubbers, will Augusta manage to be the better pirate? From the award-winning creators of Bad Pirate and Good Pirate comes Augusta Garrick's third piratical-jargon-packed adventure.

Set in the mountains overlooking Vancouver, British Columbia, and its surroundings, this under-five follow-up to the hugely popular "On My Walk" features a very young child learning to ski. Another delightful collaboration between Kari-Lynn Winters and Christina Leist, "On My Skis" takes very young children on a little journey around Vancouver. Whimsical and strikingly original illustrations are set to Winter's irresistibly rhythmic story.

Augusta's pirate-captain father insists that pirates must be rotten, sneaky, and brainy. But Augusta prefers fanciness to foulness. Despite the crew’s opposition, she sets out to prove that a successful pirate can be fancy, sneaky, and brainy, too. In Bad Pirate, unlikely buccaneer Augusta Garrick that integrity pays off, even when it means running against the pack. In Good Pirate, the sea pup is still under pressure to fit in, this time by abandoning her love for fancy things. After all, says her father the captain, a good pirate must be rotten, sneaky, and brainy. But is there really any reason a pirate can’t be sneaky, brainy, and fancy? When the rest of the crew is captured by Captain Fishmonger’s mangy pirate cats, Augusta gets the chance to show just what a well-dressed, sweet-smelling, clever pup can do. With swashbuckling energy and satisfying pirate dialogue, Kari-Lynn Winters has written a sequel worthy of Bad Pirate’s popular and critical success. Dean Griffiths brings personality to every crewmember, telling stories within stories through his richly detailed illustrations. A treasure for any landlubber who knows you can’t judge a mind by its cover.

Her pirate-captain father reminds her to be bold and saucy and selfish, but Augusta can’t help being shy, polite, and helpful; in short, a bad pirate. But when a terrible storm puts the crew in danger, Augusta is bold enough to be true to herself and show that a good pirate can be selfless, too. Barnacle Garrick is bold and saucy and selfish. And for a pirate captain, that’s good, very good. And his crew are all scurvy sea dogs—selfish down to the last fleabitten scuttle-butt. And that’s good too. But Augusta Garrick is shy, polite, and selfless. For a pirate, that’s bad, very bad. Despite her father’s horrible example, the sea pup can’t stop helping out. It just might take one terrible storm, a ripped sail, a missing peg leg and a panicked crew before Augusta can prove that being selfless is a bold and saucy move after all. And that’s good, very good indeed. A rollicking tale peppered with pirate talk, Kari-Lynn Winters’ Bad Pirate is a story about being true to yourself, even if it means you must go against the pack. Dean Griffiths’ artwork glows with rich colors, fine detail and spot-on doggie characters. A scurvy delight. For landlubbers, the endpaper design includes a glossary of pirate and sailing terms.

Through stories of youth using their many voices in and out of school to explore and express their ideas about the world, this book brings to the forefront the reality of lived literacy experiences of adolescents in today’s culture in which literacy practices reflect important cultural messages about the interplay of local and global civic engagement. The focus is on three areas of youth civic engagement and cultural critique: homelessness, violence, and performing adolescence. The authors explore how youth appropriate the arts, media, and literacy as resources and how this enables them to express their identities and engage in social and cultural engagement and critique. The book describes how the youth in the various projects represented entered the public sphere; the claims they made; the ways readers might think about pedagogical engagements, practice, and goals as forms of civic engagement; and implications for critical and arts and media-based literacy pedagogies in schools that forward democratic citizenship in a time when we are losing sight of issues of equity and social justice in our communities and nations.

Through stories of youth using their many voices in and out of school to explore and express their ideas about the world, this book brings to the forefront the reality of lived literacy experiences of adolescents in today’s culture in which literacy practices reflect important cultural messages about the interplay of local and global civic engagement. The focus is on three areas of youth civic engagement and cultural critique: homelessness, violence, and performing adolescence. The authors explore how youth appropriate the arts, media, and literacy as resources and how this enables them to express their identities and engage in social and cultural engagement and critique. The book describes how the youth in the various projects represented entered the public sphere; the claims they made; the ways readers might think about pedagogical engagements, practice, and goals as forms of civic engagement; and implications for critical and arts and media-based literacy pedagogies in schools that forward democratic citizenship in a time when we are losing sight of issues of equity and social justice in our communities and nations.

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