Being a children’s bookseller at Mabel's Fables means that not only am I
introducing people to wonderful books, helping them to share their favourites
with little ones in their lives and connecting children with inspiring,
engaging, on the edge of your seat reads but that I, myself, am always reading.
I go home and kick back after a long day of being surrounded by books to my
very comfy couch surrounded by…well…towers of books! Here are just a couple of
books, from a long list of 2015 favourite releases. I am honoured to be able to
share them with you.
I finished this book and immediately had a sense of panic
set in- how long would I have to wait for the next one?!?!? Action, adventure,
kids needing to rise to their true potential and overcoming all odds- all with
an underlying dialogue about the dangers of environmental overconsumption and
the exploitation that exists in the mining industry. AND IN TAKES PLACE IS
SPACE! What’s not to love??? What Sylvester did with this one is pretty
brilliant- at no point do we learn the exact ages of the kids in the book,
allowing readers of different ages to really see themselves in the characters’
shoes. He also uses culturally diverse names. This was a fantastic read with a
major cliffhanger! BRING ON #2! (*watch out for deaths of parents for any
particularly sensitive readers*)
Another 2015 love. Neil Pasricha, author of The Book of
Awesome, takes a first crack at writing for children with this one and it’s
beautiful! Not only visually stunning and interactive, this book introduces the
concept of mindfulness to children. Increasingly, I am asked for books that
focus on opening a dialogue on mental health with young ones- either at home or
in the classroom. Pasricha has created a stunning book that helps teach kids
about being in the moment and about perspective all the way down to the
significance of a single grain of sand. With a positive, inspiring spin on
mental health & carrying on the spirit of the Book of Awesome, this book
has nailed it!
Erin Grittani is the
BOOKS FOR SCHOOLS MANAGER at Mabel’s
Fables Bookstore in Toronto. She works directly with educators to help them
curate their school collections, make curriculum ties and bring the best books
into their schools. To connect with her to learn more about Mabel’s school
services, please email her at erin@mabelsfables.com.
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