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Cats’ Night Out by Caroline Stutson and illustrated by J. Klassen
(Interest Level: Preschool-Grade 3)
Governor General’s Literature Award for Children’s Literature features cats dancing the night away. From two cats waltzing to twenty cats in a conga line, dancing felines take to the streets, the fire escapes, and the rooftops in this charming concept picture book that is part counting and part introduction to music, dance, and rhythm.

Chester’s Masterpiece by Mélanie Watt
(Interest Level: Preschool-Grade 3)
A wry take on the creative process and how good stories are constructed. When Chester (the cat) announces he’s taking over for Mélanie Watt on this book due to some technical difficulties, Mélanie begs to differ.

Fall Leaves by Loretta Holland and illustrated by Elly MacKay
(Interest Level: Preschool-Grade 3)
Part poem, part silent stage, this luminous picture book puts autumn on display and captures the spirit of change that stays with us long after fall leaves. Unlock the secrets of this busy and beautiful time of year as the natural world makes way for winter.

Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend by Mélanie Watt
(Interest Level: Preschool-Grade 3)
That lovable little worrywart is back. And he’s as scaredy as ever! In his latest adventure, Scaredy Squirrel sets out to make The Perfect Friend. Armed with a name tag, mittens, a mirror and a lemon, he’s prepared to make The Perfect First Impression. But just when every detail is under control, Scaredy’s Action Plan takes a surprising turn.

The Story of Queen Esther by Jenny Koralek and illustrated by Grizelda Holderness
(Interest Level: Grades 1-3)
The ancient story of Queen Esther has been told for generations as an example of wisdom and great personal courage. Her bravery is still commemorated each year in the Jewish festival of Purim. Now this well-known story of the Jewish girl who became the queen of Persia and saved her people from death is retold for young readers.

Virginia Wolf by Kyo Maclear and illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault
(Interest Level: Preschool-Grade 3)
Governor General’s Literary Award for Children’s Literature tells the story of sisters Vanessa and Virginia. Vanessa’s sister, Virginia, is in a “wolfish” mood. Vanessa tries everything she can think of to cheer her up, but nothing seems to work. Then Virginia tells Vanessa about an imaginary, perfect place called Bloomsberry. Armed with an idea, Vanessa begins to paint Bloomsberry on the bedroom walls.  Before long, Virginia, too, has picked up a brush and undergoes a surprising transformation of her own.