New Releases by Ron Lightburn

A young boy spots sweets and treats on the kitchen table. In a classic fairy-tale quest, he imagines himself a brave hero who must outwit ferocious dragons and formidable guardians in order to partake of such a treasure. Caught and sent to the dungeon (his bedroom), the boy is surprised when the afternoon ends so unexpectantly happily. This read-aloud edition is narrated by Julie Lawson.

"Cover glows in the dark!"--Book jacket.

Every autumn, strange figures start appearing around Kentville, Nova Scotia. Sauntering down the sidewalk, sitting in a tree, cavorting on a lawn-who are these peculiar people?They're the Pumpkin People! Made of cornstalks, straw, and, of course, pumpkins, these folkloric figures arrive every year to celebrate the harvest in a most creative way. The immensely popular Pumpkin People tells the magical secrets of Kentville's famous residents. Sandra Lightburn's verse reveals the nighttime revelry of the half-funny, half-spooky figures; Ron Lightburn's colourful illustations bring their wild Ceilidhs to life. And a special section in the back teaches pumpkin fans young and old how to build their own pumpkin person!

With soothing words and illustrations aimed specifically at younger readers, children will learn how the bright red poppy became the symbol for honouring those who fought for freedom. The text is simple and is combined with stunning paintings by award winning illustrator Ron Lightburn. The familiar poem, "In Flanders Fields," is included, along with information about the symbolism and history of the poppy and Remembrance Day -- all geared towards helping parents and teachers explain the significance of past and present wars and Canada's peacekeeping missions.

Picture book. A haunting tale of how imagination renews the human spirit. 6-10 yrs.

Robin finds a wounded bald eagle and, with the help of a veterinarian, nurses her back to health.