Top 10 children’s movies for May 2015

Which movie leads this month? Looking for something to watch on cold and week weekends or evenings? The My Little Pony fellowship is holding strong with a new adventure on the shelves. Also the new Paddington movie is strong in the ranks.  This film has excellent special effects and an endearing cast.

1.   My little pony, friendship is magic.
2.   Legends of Chima.
3.   Dragons
4.   Dino Dan.
5.   Strawberry Shortcake.
6.   SpongeBob SquarePants.
7.   Shaun the sheep.
8.   The BoxTrolls.
9.   Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.
10. Paddington.

Top 10 childrens DVDs for April 2015

Last month’s best loved childrens DVDs showed that oldies are goodies, with My Little Pony and the Legends of Chima claiming top billing. Grab these great DVDs for rainy winter indoor entertainment.

1.  My little pony, friendship is magic.
2.  Legends of Chima.
3.  Dragons
4.  Strawberry Shortcake.
5.  Dino Dan.
6.  SpongeBob SquarePants.
7.  The BoxTrolls.
8.  Shaun the sheep.
9.  Dinosaur train.
10. Despicable me.

Top 10 Children’s comics April 2015

What did April’s favourite comics look like? Snoopy and the gang came in tops! Adventure Time was in the running, we have a brand new Adventure Time Candy Capers that’s just hit the shelves.  It has some great cover art at the back to have a look at.  There’s a new Chi’s Sweet Home on order, so get your reserves in and be one of the first to read the new volume.

1. The complete Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz
2. Garfield by Mark Evanier
3. Pokémon by Hidenori Kusaka
4.  Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce
5.  Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi
6. Adventure Time by Ryan North
7. Asterix omnibus by Goscinny and Udzero
8. Chi’s sweet home by Knata Konami
9. Warriors by Dan Jolley
10. Dinosaurs in action! by Geronimo Stilton

New Non Fiction: Back to School, Part 2.

101 Hidden Animals.image courtesy of syndetics

Read this book and discover the amazing ways 101 animals hide in plain sight and defends themselves from predators. Overall this book is a very enjoyable read. There are some fantastic images and amazing facts about how animals hide themselves. For example, bullfrogs rest in shallow water to look just like rocks and zebras’ stripes confuse predators.

 

Ballet Spectacular.image courtesy of http://www.roh.org.uk/

Ballet, spectacular? You bet! Hands down, this is one of the most amazing, beautiful and captivating books I have ever come across in the junior non fiction collection! Grab this book today and get a full and unique insight into the magical world of ballet seen through the eyes of The Royal Ballet!

 

 

Discovering Dinosaurs.image courtesy of syndetics

Check this ultimate, most up to date guide to the age of dinosaurs and discover over 165 fascinating prehistoric creatures from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, including every major dino discovery made to date.

 

 

image courtesy of syndeticsHow to be a space explorer.

Ever wanted to go into space? This book gives you the lowdown on everything young explorers needs to know to travel in space, covering what life in zero gravity is like, how to find your way around the solar system, and the all-important question of how to pee in a spacesuit! (Hee, hee, still tickled pink over that one!) Overall a fantastic read, complete with unique illustrations take kids to the heart of the action and amazing photos show what the universe is really like. Not to mention, incredible stories of real-life space exploration for kids aged 8 and up, by author and astrobiologist Professor Mark Brake.

 

How to handle low self-esteem.image courtesy of syndetics

If you feel under pressure or having trouble dealing with what ever life is throwing at you, then this book can help. How to Handle Low Self Esteem is an essential guide that can help you understand how and why you might hold a low opinion of yourself and  what you can do to improve things for yourself. The book highlights areas that may trigger these feelings, such as bullying or peer-pressure. Perhaps you are under pressure because of your sexual orientation, your race or religion or because you simply don’t fit the mould. This book will help you confront your issues and offers solid advice based on the experiences of real people. A great book to read to calm those ‘

 

How to handle bullying and gangs.image courtesy of syndetics

No one should ever have to cope with bullying. Inside this book you will find: Practical advice for dealing with bullies, suggestions as to where you can find support, advice on how to feel positive about yourself.

 

 

image courtesy of syndeticsHow Maui found his father and the magic jawbone.

An oldie but a goodie. Check out this this new addition Peter Gossage’s classic tale about how Maui found his father and the magic jawbone. Perfect timing with Waitangi day around the corner.

 

Top 10 November Children’s DVD’s

A brand new Legends of Chima LEGO DVD (number 7) is about to hit the shelves, so book yourself a copy for the holidays!  The Top 10 is peppered with series, but there are a few great standalone movies holding popular position!

1.    My little pony, friendship is magic series

2 .  Legends of Chima series

3.    Dino Dan series

4.    Wings

5.    Strawberry Shortcake series

6.    Mickey Mouse Clubhouse series

7.    Dinosaur train

8.    Maleficent

9.    Toy story of terror!

10.  Lego friends series

 

Top 10 Children’s DVDs for October

These are the most popular in the library collection!  My Little Pony adventures have been top billing for 4 months! *applause* if you were a pony you would be stomping… only Twilight Sparkles would clap. To celebrate, feast like a pony, they only eat sweets, baked goods and flowers (you might want to add an apple or a couple of carrot sticks!).

1.  My little pony, friendship is magic.
2.  Dino Dan.
3.  Legends of Chima.
4.  Strawberry Shortcake.
5.  Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.
6.  Dinosaur train.
7.  Shaun the sheep.
8.  The Garfield show.
9.  Adventure time.
10. The Lego movie.

Top 10 DVDs in August

Looking or something to watch over the weekend? Here are the top 10 DVD favourites for August:

1.   My little pony, friendship is magic.

2.   Legends of Chima

3.   Strawberry Shortcake

4.   Dinosaur train

5.   Dino Dan

6.   SpongeBob SquarePants

7.   Mickey Mouse Clubhouse

8.   The Garfield show

9.   Ninjago, masters of Spinjitzu

10. Shaun the sheep