New Releases by Kathy Stinson

A little girl describes what life is like for her with parents who are separated.

A small girl tells why red is her favorite color.

A quirky collection of stories about teens in lust and in love. From the first stirrings of same-sex desire to paternity questions around a teen pregnancy, 101 Ways to Dance reflects the spectrum of teen sexuality from the sweet to the scary.

In a dusty attic, Matt uncovers two mysterious items, a magician''s costume and an odd little poem written on a yellowed piece of paper. The costume belongs to Mr. Grubb--the neighbour whose attic Matt is cleaning out--and the poem is in the old man''s handwriting. Could it be an ancient clue for some long-ago treasure hunt? If so, who did Mr. Grubb write it for? and did they ever find the booty? With the help of his friends, Matt sets out to discover the history of this decades-old mystery-- and possibly a treasure!

Matt receives a postcard that says there is a treasure to be found in Pebble Creek so he begins the search.

Can Matt win first prize in the town''s bike race? He thinks so. But his own bike is falling apart! Plus, his friends Mike, David, and Amanda all think they can win, too.

Tiny books, big fun, great price! Big fun is back with the return of the Mini-Book Fun Pack. These kid-sized editions are small enough to fit into tiny hands and pockets. For one great price, each Fun Pack includes nine Annikins -- mini-books of these Annick Press favorites: And You Can Be the Cat by Hazel Hutchins The Annick ABC by Roger Paré The Boy in the Drawer by Robert Munsch The Dark by Robert Munsch A Friend Like You by Roger Paré Henry and the Cow Problem by Iona Whishaw Norman''s Snowball by Hazel Hutchins Red is Best by Kathy Stinson The Too Big Bear by Marsha Kideckel Perfect for parties, loot bags, Halloween treats and stocking stuffers, the Mini-Book Fun Pack proves that good things do come in small packages!

A little boy expresses his pride at the things he can do on his own, yet recognizes that sometimes he still feels very small.

Its almost Christmas, which means fresh snow, ice-skating, and delicious, festive dinners. Best of all, Marie-Claires Tante Therese, uncle Henri, and their new baby, Angelique are coming to visit from Toronto. But instead of excitement and happiness, Marie-Claire is still sad from the loss of her little sister, Emilie. She is also, for the first time, feeling jealous of her wealthy friend Laura. As she struggles with her guilt over wanting things she doesnt have, she learns that both giving and receiving are important parts of Christmas, and life.

As she develops new sexual feelings and watches her relationships with her family and with boys change, fifteen-year-old Ruby Nan Larkin struggles to understand her mother''s persistent disapproval.

Marie-Claire is facing the consequences, both good and bad, of housing a family who lost their home in a fire.

"Smallpox descends ful-force upon Montreal"--

The year is 1885 and a smallpox epidemic is sweeping the city of Montreal.

Mr. Elliot has a secretóhe can''t read.

A young boy explores his feelings and fantasies about being adopted.

What are all those green things?

All the steps of creating stories and how not to get discouraged by revision.

Sports fans and sky watchers, game players, science and nature lovers - everyone you can think of has been influenced by the fabulous ball.

Set in the beautiful environs of the Canadian East Coast, this novel draws the reader into the struggles of two troubled teens whose encounter helps them to confront and overcome their problems. An excellent starting point for giving students the opportunity to reflect on family values and their effect on the life pressures of teens.

Steven''s search for his missing baseball mitt mirrors his thoughts about being adopted and his feeling that there is something missing in his life.

Everything in Aunty''s house was quiet until . . . Aunty snorted and Meg woke up. So begins a long chain of events. Soon everyone is up and searching for a good night''s sleep. But Aunty''s house is just too full of elbows and knees, and snoring and singing, and counting and giggling for sleep to happen.

This authoritative guide describes the vital steps for writing text for picture books -- from conception to writing, character, and plot development to humour, suspense, and fantasy. Includes tips for novice and advanced writers on researching and presenting material to meeting publishers'' needs.

Rhymed text and illustrations present ideas for imaginative play with disguises, masks, role playing, etc.

Antoine reve de participer a la fete des Nounours. Y sera-t-il admis avec son Nounours-lapin? Une aventure malencontreuse aurait pu separer "les inseparables". La fin est heureuse et les amis sont les bienvenus a la fete de l''Ile-des-Jeux. En regard de chaque page de texte, une illustration reussie, pleine page maintient l''interet du jeune lecteur. Style vivant