Best Selling Books by Frieda Wishinsky

Louise pleure. Tous s''v̌ertuent en vain pour la consoler. Daniel, son frr̈e, rentre de l''čole, lui dit "ounga bounga" et le tour est jou.̌ Louise se remet ̉pleure. Tous de dire en vain "ounga bounga". De retour ̉la maison, Daniel lui dit "bonka wonka" et, de nouveau, Louise arrt̊e de pleurer. Une trame amusante, rehaussě des illustrations de Martchenko. [SDM].

Billy Whitestone gets the assignment of a lifetime when his school paper sends him to interview Albert Einstein. But though the world-famous physicist loves children, he is also somewhat reluctant to be interviewed. How will Billy win him over?Using child-friendly language and stunning oil paintings to engage young readers, this fictionalized biography offers a vivid account of the life and times, struggles and accomplishments of Albert Einstein - who is revealed as a mischievous and sometimes temperamental student in his own right. Based on archival photographs, Jacques Lamontagne''s artwork draws readers into Einstein''s world, while a handy historical timeline accompanies the story.

Emily and Matt fly back in time to 1858 and help runaway slaves raft across the Niagara River in New York State to freedom in Canada, via the Underground Railroad.

Since discovering the Canadian Flyer, a magical time-traveling sled, in Emily''s attic, Matt and Emily have outrun dinosaurs in the Alberta badlands, panned for gold in the Yukon, and seen the Silver Dart soar high in Nova Scotia''s skies. In Pioneer Kids, Emily and Matt arrive on the Canadian Prairies in 1910. They visit a one-room schoolhouse where they try to help a new friend deal with a classroom bully. But when a raging fire erupts, it''s Emily and Matt who need rescuing! In this, the sixth book in the popular Canadian Flyer Adventures series, author Frieda Wishinsky weaves well-researched and accurate historical facts into her compelling, kid-friendly storytelling, while Dean Griffith''s action-packed illustrations situate readers in place and time perfectly. At the end of their adventure Emily and Matt share additional facts about pioneer days, country schools, and prairie fires, and Wishinsky gives additional facts here too, in an informative Q&A format.

Emily and Matt find that an old sled belonging to Emily''s great-aunt has magical properties, enabling them to travel back in time and experience life as Arctic explorers in 1577.

A centennial tribute traces the story of the Titanic while describing what life was like aboard the ship and profiles some of its passengers and crew, providing additional coverage of Robert Ballard''s discovery of the wreck in 1985.

Transported back through time on the Canadian Flyer, an antique red sled, two children experience the past firsthand. They find themselves on a Viking expedition in the year 1001. Only the brave can sail with Vikings.

Matt and Emily travel back in time on a magic sled and get a chance to view dinosaurs up close and personal.

The time-travelling sled takes Emily and Matt to a remote area where they meet wildlife scientists who are stranded in a snow storm with a sick boy and are missing a dog from their sled team.

Matt and Emily travel back in time on a magic sled and witness the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway.

Emily and Matt travel back in time to 1917 during the Halifax explosion, where they must help a soldier find his lost little sister.

Mabel hates her name and she tries a host of new ones. Then a TV star makes her realise it isn''t so bad. When her friends tell her she looks like a tomato in her red dress she hates that too until she realises it shouldn''t matter what people say.

Bouncy rhymes chronicle a little girl''s musing as to just what exactly is inside the queen''s purse. the purse made Kay wonder What would a queen need? A bag full of money? A good book to read? Award-winning picture book author Frieda Wishinsky brings her gift of humour to this adorable tale of curious young Kay who can''t help but wonder what the Queen might carry in her purse. Whimsical artwork by Loufane complements and enhances the wit and charm of this royal send-up, as Kay rhymes off all of the outrageous items that just might be contained in that mysterious purse, until -- oops! -- the purse springs open and Kay finds out what''s really inside!

Alfie can''t stay out of messy trouble! Alfie tries to stay clean but he is forever making a mess! But wait a second . . . who is Alfie? In this sweet, humorous story, award-winning author Frieda Wishinsky celebrates the value of harmless mischief, the joys of getting dirty, and the bond between a boy and his dog. Kids will delight in a fun twist that makes it clear just who is making the mess! Highlighting the value of friendship, imagination and outdoor play, this fun tale will ring true to the young and the young at heart.

Biographies of women who worked to ensure equal rights for all.

Join Emily and Matt as they travel back in time on the Canadian Flyer, an antique red sled, to see life in frontier times in Ontario.

The items in a trunk left to her by Uncle Harold transport Lisa back in time where she meets Leif Eriksson, Marco Polo, Florence Nightingale, and other less famous, but equally courageous, people who also changed their worlds.

Emily and Matt travel back in time to 1778 where they encounter giant whales, a potlatch celebration, and the explorer Captain James Cook.

Matt and Emily travel back in time to Winnipeg in 1914, where they help feminist leader Nellie McClung put on a play as part of her campaign against Premier Roblin for women''s right to vote in Canada.

Matt and Emily travel back in time on a magic sled and witness Alexander Graham Bell''s Silver Dart airplane fly for the first time.

In Where Are You, Bear?, Sophie and her best friend Bear discovered Canada from A to Z. Now, they''re off to explore New York City through nearly twenty pairs of opposites! Sophie can''t wait to see New York, while Bear would much rather they just stay home. Sophie loves speeding around in a taxi cab, but Bear wishes the driver would slow down. Up and down, stop and go, tall and short, and many more opposite pairs are illustrated using iconic New York experiences, buildings, and landmarks. Then, when Sophie spies a window full of new bears in a toy store, Bear begins to worry he is too plain and old to compete with all the city has to offer. He''s proven right temporarily when Sophie forgets him in the toy store, but a helpful young boy and his mother find Bear and return him to Sophie at her hotel. The reunion is a happy one, and Sophie and Bear realize they love each other -- no matter where they are!

Presents a biography of physicist Albert Einstein.

The story of Olmsted who designed some of North America’s most famous public spaces When the great cities of North America were being built, little thought was given to the idea of creating “green spaces.” But these oases from the dirt, gravel, and noise of the crowded city streets were exactly what were needed. One of the few people to recognize this fact was Frederick Law Olmsted, North America’s first landscape architect. Combining his love of nature with his admiration for the structured beauty found in the great public parks of London and Paris, Olmsted turned neglected, swampy acres on the edge of New York City into one of the most acclaimed parks in the world: Central Park. But Olmsted’s success was not earned overnight. He spent many years wandering from job to job, searching for the perfect career. And when he finally discovered his passion, few people were confident in his abilities. But Olmsted fought for the preservation of areas like Yosemite in the USA, and his perseverance would be rewarded: he went on to design some of the most famous public spaces in North America.

Maggie can''t wait to show her friends the picture of her soon-to-be adopted sister, but she is mortified by their reaction. Maybe the baby is as ugly as they say. Maybe her parents shouldn''t adopt that babyafter all. But could it be that beauty is in

Matt and Emily travel back in time aboard their antique red sled to the Titanic on April 14, 1912, just hours before the ship is due to collide with an iceberg, where they attempt to avert the tragedy.

Little Sophie is off across Canada to see her grandma--too bad she can''t find her best buddy, Bear, in time for the trip. But when Bear notices he''s been left behind, he starts a journey of his own to try to find his friend.

A new picture book that addresses the problem of bossy friends and the struggle to stand up to them. Sisters Sandy and Carly always play together, but when Lily Jean moves in next door and joins them, everything changes. Now Lily Jean is calling the shots and ordering Carly to be a baby when they play house and a dog when they play king and queen. Although Sandy defends her littler sister, Carly buckles and accepts her roles. But she doesn''t like it, and finally finds a way to combat Lily Jean''s bullying ways, and turn the tables on her behaviour. Frieda Wishinsky''s simple text packs a poignant punch, as it authentically portrays the world of little girls and their complicated relationships. And Kady MacDonald Denton''s exquisite illustrations help emphasize the underlying lessons about empathy, loyalty, and fairness. This fantastic story will serve as a tool for young children and parents to identify the difference between having fun and being bullied -- or being the bully.

Grade level: 1, p, e.

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"What are your favourite holidays? Read about how people in different countries celebrate their special holidays."--Page 4 of cover.

A wonderfully warm sensitive picture book about the special relationship between a baby and her older brother. Baby Louise is crying and crying and nobody can make her stop. Then big, brother, Daniel comes homes from school. He bends over Louise and whispers the magic words "Oonga Boonga" Miraculously, Louise''s tears dry and she smiles.. Daniel''s parents and grandparents think they can share this trick, but soon realise that only Daniel can really make it work. This humorous and gentle book is ideal for sharing with an older sibling who is learning a new role when a baby joins the family..

Leveled reader that supports comprehensive literacy instruction and actively engages students in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. (Single Book)

Teacher note for leveled reader that supports comprehensive literacy instruction and actively engages students in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

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