One More Story

One More Story is an online library of the best of children's classic and contemporary literature. Through a simple point and click process, children can choose a book, see the illustrations and have the book read to them whenever they want.

They've just created a blog which is a great place to learn more, add suggested titles and discover different ways to use the site, whether you're a parent, teacher, or librarian.

Kane/Miller is pleased to have a growing list of titles available at One More Story:

From France

Tibili
Written by Marie Léonard
Illustrated by Andée Prigent

From England

This is the Tree
Written by Miriam Moss
Illustrated by Adrienne Kennaway

From South Korea

While We Were Out
by Ho Baek Lee

From Taiwan

Guji Guji
by Chih-Yuan Chen

From France

The Costume Party
by Victoria Chess

From Australia

Fox
Written by Margaret Wild
Illustrated by Ron Brooks

From Spain

Sebastian's Roller Skates
Written by Joan de Déu Prats
Illustrated by Francesc Rovira

(Coming Soon)
From Japan

Singing Shijimi Clams
by Naomi Kojima

Record Set in Germany (1938)

Driver Rudolf Caracciola set a new land-speed record (not recognized by all organizations) of 268.496 mph on the German Autobahn between Frankfurt and Darmstadt. His record remains the highest speed ever achieved on a public road. Later in the same day, a young driver named Bernd Rosemeyer died in a crash on the Autobahn in an attempt to surpass Caracciola's record.

While we don't have any car books from Germany, we do have a few picture books that automobile enthusiasts will certainly enjoy (at any speed).

From Australia

Crazy Cars

From England

On the Road

Australia Day

On January 26, 1788, Captain Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia. After overcoming a period of hardship, the fledgling colony began to celebrate the anniversary of this date with great fanfare.

In 1818, January 26 became an official holiday, marking the 30th anniversary of British settlement in Australia. And, as Australia became a sovereign nation, it became the national holiday known as Australia Day.

We have over two dozen titles from Australia and are pleased to have been able to work with such amazing authors and illustrators, such as Robert Ingpen, Colin Thompson, Julie Vivas, Tina Burke, Alison Lester, Elizabeth Stanley, Margaret Wild, Ron Brooks, Mem Fox, and Beth Norling (to name just a few).

The following books from Kane/Miller were originally published in Australia, winning numerous awards and honors both in the U.S. and in their native country.

¿Quieres Jugar?
(Libros del Mundo)


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #1), Dog Den Mystery


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #2), The Phantom Mudder


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #3), The Mugged Pug


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #4), The Lying Postman


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #5), The Awful Pawful


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #6), The Sausage Situation


Jack Russell: Dog Detective
(Book #7), The Buried Biscuits


The Team (Book #1),
The Soccer Machine


The Team (Book #2),
Top of the League


The Team (Book #3),
Soccer Camp


The Team (Book #4),
Superteam


Are We There Yet?


Bobbie Dazzler


Cat


Could a Tyrannosaurus
Play Table Tennis?


Could You?
Would You?


Crazy Cars


Dougal the
Garbage Dump Bear


Fly, Little Bird


Fox


It's Christmas


La cama grande de Sofía
(Libros del Mundo)


Let's Play
(Toddler Tales)


Little Brothers Are...
(Toddler Tales)


Little School


Little Sisters Are...
(Toddler Tales)


One Woolly Wombat


Paul Needs Specs


Sally and Dave,
A Slug Story


Samsara Dog


Sophie's Big Bed
(Toddler Tales)


The Deliverance of
Dancing Bears


The Short and Incredibly
Happy Life of Riley


Troy Thompson's
Excellent Peotry Book


When I Was a Baby
(Toddler Tales)


When Mum Was Little


Wilfrid Gordon
McDonald Partridge


Ziba Came on a Boat

Raising a Book Baby

I hate to brag, but I have a four-year old son who amazes me every day and a great job that allows me the flexibility that not many other single, working moms experience.

When my son was two months old, my maternity leave officially came to an end, or did it? I was able to bring him into the office with me until he was seven months old (just a bit too big to be expected to sit still - and stay quiet when I was on the phone).

Because he was with me in a professional environment, I feel that his verbal development excelled since he was privy to the adult conversations that were constantly taking place within the office.

This morning, as we were driving to pre-school, my son began reading the numbers on the buildings and houses to me as we drove past. He was very excited to be able to tell me all of the numbers he was seeing and to encourage him even more I said, "How did you get to be so smart?"

I didn't expect an answer but not even a second later he responded, in a very matter-of-fact tone, "It's because I read!"

He's right. Even though he's not reading words yet - to his dismay - he's started with numbers and the fact that he's quite fluent - and sounding out every word he sees - is all the encouragement I need to know that (so far) we're doing something right.

Check back in ten years from now...

Where in the World?

Kane/Miller was not present at the recent Mid-Winter Conference held by ALA in Philadelphia, but we do plan on attending even more publishing events this year including, PLA, CABE, TLA, IRA as well as making our usual appearance at BEA and ALA. And, since the dates and locations have already been set, you can guarantee that we will be in Denver next January.

We'll see you soon!

The Year of the Rat

The Lunar New Year starts fresh on February 7th as we welcome in The Year of the Rat. It's been said that those born in The Year of the Rat are respected and considered courageous and enterprising. Rats know exactly where to find solutions and can take care of themselves and others with ease. They use their instinctive sense of observation to help others in times of need and are among the most fit of all the Animal signs to survive most any situation.

This all can also be said of Riley. He is, of course, a rat and one who inspires and makes readers smile. He's found in The Short and Incredibly Happy Life of Riley (by Colin Thompson & Amy Lissiat of Australia) and encourages us all to be more observant, patient, accepting and courageous.

Another suggested title, of course, is New Clothes for New Year's Day, by Hyun-Ju Bae of South Korea, which honors the Korean celebration of this annual holiday.

Spring 2008 Season Special

SEASONAL SPECIAL OFFER

RETURNABLE ORDERS:

Minimum 10 books with at least 2 new titles included = 50% discount
Minimum 25 books with at least 2 new titles included = 50% discount & FREE FREIGHT

NON-RETURNABLE ORDERS:

Minimum 25 books with at least 2 new titles included = Earned discount & FREE FREIGHT

*Existing K/M Rack Accounts will earn an additional 2% discount on the Special Offer order as long as the above criteria are met.

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Check your mailbox this month for our latest catalog featuring:

New for SPRING 2008
Cat
Hannah Duck
Jukebox
Jack Russell: Dog Detective, The Buried Biscuits (Book 7)
No! That's Wrong!
Minji's Salon
Sally and Dave, A Slug Story
What's Going On?
Little Brothers Are...
Little Sisters Are...
La cama grande de Sofia
El salon de Minji

These titles, with a publication date of March 1, 2008 will begin shipping in February so be sure to get your orders in today!