One morning, Fatima and her grandfather wake up to find their clementine orchard savagely ransacked. Who could be doing this? How can the culprits be stopped? A little girl faces an ENORMOUS problem. Luckily, Fatima has powerful friends: the spiders!

Papi les appelle des moustiques. Maman des maringouins. Moi, je les déteste ! S’il est vrai que les moustiques peuvent gâcher une belle journée d’été, ils sont aussi utiles et nécessaires à la vie. Les moustiques pollinisent les fleurs du jardin, ainsi que celles des arbres fruitiers. Les grenouilles s’en font un régal, les oiseaux s’en nourrissent. Même les chauves-souris les gobent la nuit ! Oui, les moustiques so

See below for English description. Une petite fille s'éveille un matin, après une tempête de verglas. La branche de son arbre préféré est cassée. Cette branche était son château, sa base d'espions, son bateau. Elle ne laissera personne partir avec SA branche. Puis son voisin, un homme âgé, l'aide à donner une deuxième vie à ce qui semble n'être qu'une simple branche aux yeux des autres. Une histoire d'entraide, de complicité intergénérationnelle, de créativité. Une histoire très canadienne! In this eloquent story, a young girl is crestfallen when a branch from her beloved tree snaps off in an ice storm. But she's not about to let anyone chop it up or clear it away. With the help of an elderly neighbour, she finds a way to give new life to what others might consider "just a branch". A wonderful story that explores themes of friendship, cooperation and resourcefulness. Original title: The Branch

Pour célébrer le temps des fêtes, une petite fille assiste à un ballet pour la toute première fois avec son père. Le chef d'orchestre fait tic! tic! tic! Les rideaux de velours s'ouvrent. Vouf! Les musiciens accordent leurs instruments, les danseurs entrent en scène, et une magnifique histoire prend vie... Cet album rempli de sons, de couleurs et de magie préparera les plus jeunes à une expérience théâtrale inoubliable!

A delightful picture book based on the true story of Rosa Bonheur, the nineteenth-century French artist who defied gender expectations and changed the art world with her realistic animal paintings.

Discover the sights, sounds and magic of a night at the ballet that will prepare even the youngest of children for their first theatrical experience Beep! Beep! go the taxis. Voof! go the velvet curtains. The Nutcracker ballet and New York City’s David H. Koch Theater come to life in this onomatopoeic representation of a little girl’s experience at the ballet. From the swish of her dress and the tick-tick-tick of the conductor’s baton to the twelve bongs of the clock and the pitter-patter of dancers’ feet, this special evening is filled with sensory treats for the eyes and especially the ears. And did she enjoy the ballet? The answer is a big smooch on her father’s cheek. Written by Mireille Messier, Nutcracker Night is a celebration of a Christmas classic that is often a child’s first experience of the ballet. Award-winning illustrator Gabrielle Grimard infuses each scene with warm holiday colors and a richness that will make young readers feel they are really there. An author’s note enriches the text with further information and a brief summary of the famous ballet.

Une livre d'images qui raconte la vraie histoire de Rosa Bonheur, une artiste française du XIXe siècle qui a défié les attentes genrées de son époque et bouleversé le monde de l'art avec ses peintures animalières d'un grand réalisme.

A delightful tale inspired by the true story of a brave goat war hero. Perfect for fans of Finding Winnie and Rescue and Jessica. During World War I, a goat named Billy was adopted by a platoon of soldiers and made his way across the ocean to be part of the war effort. Billy . . .   •   Trained with the soldiers   •   Was smuggled across the ocean   •   Got snuck into the frontlines in a box of oranges   •   Ate some secret documents and was arrested for treason   •   Got trench foot   •   Head-butted soldiers into a trench and saved them from a shell   •   Came back home a decorated war hero This charming true story follows Sergeant Billy from his small prairie town to the trenches of World War I and back, through harrowing moments, sad moments, moments of camaraderie and moments of celebration. This unforgettable goat and the platoon that loved him will capture your heart!

A chance encounter with a starling inspires Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in this picture book based on a true story. Star: The Bird Who Inspired Mozart is based on the true story of how Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the world's most remarkable musicians, was inspired by one of the world's most unremarkable birds: a starling. In this charming picture book, author Mireille Messier tells the story of a very special relationship and how it began: with a chance musical encounter. And Matte Stephens's playful art captures both the grandeur of 18th century Vienna and the budding unlikely friendship between a famous musician and a humble starling.

Le livre- Papa, que font les animaux sauvages pendant que nous dormons?- J'imagine qu'ils ne font rien de bien intéressant.Vous savez quoi? Papa se trompe.Des dialogues drôles et plein de finesse, et des illustrations qui disent la vérité!De l'éditeurL'auteure réussit avec brio à jouer avec les mots lors de cette conversation entre un père et son fils, et les illustrations de France Cormier ajoutent la drôlerie au plaisir des mots. Des images fortes et cocasses!Thématiques : animaux, camping, relation père-fils, naturePour les enseignantsUn livre qui illustre de nombreuses expressions et leur donne vie.

When two siblings go on a treasure hunt, they aren't sure exactly what kind of treasure they are looking for. What they do know is that treasures are shiny, mysterious and precious. And that all the really good treasures are hidden! As they explore the forest, their curiosity pays off when they find the biggest, shiniest, most mysterious and precious treasure hidden just over a hill. Told exclusively in dialogue, this beautifully illustrated picture book exudes a sense of wonder at the natural world and emphasizes the magical qualities of looking through a child's eye. Also available in French as Trésor, translated by the author, Mireille Messier.