Looking for some fun books this winter? Check out these new and fun titles at the OISE Library!
Through the Eyes of a Child – This textbook is an introduction to children’s literature. Topics include the history of children’s literature, artists and their illustrations, how to evaluate and select literature for children, poetry, modern fantasy, historical fiction, and much more! There are lots of ideas about children’s books, and how to include them in the classroom.
Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans – Have you ever wondered which emperor enjoyed eating camel’s heels, or the name of the Roman goddess of door hinges? Both of these “foul facts” about Ruthless Romans can be found in this book! This non-fiction title includes many facts about Roman history with all the gore and more!
Great Lakes and Rugged Ground: Imaging Ontario – 400 years of Ontario’s history is told through fantastic pictures, and evocative haiku in this picture book. Each picture depicts a particular moment in the province’s rich history such as, the first European contact, and the War of 1812. Use this title in the classroom to give a vivid sense of Ontario’s past!
The Secret Life of Owen Skye – Owen Skye’s everyday life is full of danger and mystery! Owen has to deal with the Bog Man lurking in the field, and mysterious messages from aliens. There is also Sylvia, who Owen thinks has eyes like the summer sky. Thank goodness for Owen’s brothers Andy and Leonard, because when life seems to get crazy, it is nice having your siblings on your side.
These and other new books are all available on the New Acquisitions shelf on the ground floor of the OISE library! Check out some titles today!