(ALSC) Notable Children's Recordings 1996-2012

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Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) Notable Children's Recordings http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/notalists/ncr 2012 Notable Children's Recordings Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians, 7 hrs. , CD, $97.95, Cassette, $67.75. Recorded Books, 1-800-638-1304, Grades 5 - 7 (10 - 13) Evil librarians are trying to take over the world. Ramon de Ocampo deftly voices the recluctant, snarky hero, Alcatraz Smedry. The Apothecary, 7 hrs. 30 min. , CD, $29.95. Penguin, 1-800-847-5515, Grades 6 - 9 (11 -15), Reader Cristin Milioti switches seamlessly between American, British and Russian accents in this fantasy set during the Cold War. Beethoven's Wig: Sing Along Piano Classics, 45 min. 5 sec. , Music CD, $12.98. Beethoven's Wig, 1-413-835-0484, Ages 4 and up Richard Perlmutter introduces piano classics, notable composers, and a great time for all in this sing- along CD. Clementine and the Family Meeting, 2 hrs. CD, $30.75, Cassette, $30.75. Recorded Books, 1-800-638-1304, Grades 2 - 4 (7 - 10) Jessica Almasy narrates Clementine with emotion perfectly suited to a third grader realizing that her family dynamics are about to change. Countdown, 7 hrs. 20 min., CD, $40.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 5 - 8 (10 - 14). Emma Galvin's narration along with historical audio clips, captures the story of an 11 year old girl growing up during the Cuban Missile Crises. Dead End in Norvelt, 7 hrs. , CD, $29.99. Macmillan, 1-888-330-8477, Grades 5 - 8 (10 - 14). Jack Gantos, narrates the mostly true story of his boyhood summer escaping Hell's Angels and writing obituaries, all while being grounded. Dear America: Like the Willow Tree, 4 hrs. 17 min. CD, $29.99. Scholastic, 1-800-290-7531, Grades 4 - 6 (9 - 12) Sara Barnett relates the story of Lydia Amelia Pierce during the Spanish Influenza epidemic of 1918. Historical photos, Shaker music and a note from the author help fill out the story. Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late, 5 min., CD/Book, $12.95. Weston Woods, 1-800-243-5020, PreK - 2 (3 - 7). Mo Willems is back as the wheedling pigeon who does not want to go to bed. Ella Jenkins: A Life of Song, 36 min., Music CD, $16.98. Smithsonian Folkways, 1-800-410-9815, Ages 4 and up. Ella Jenkins, the matriarch of children's music, has teamed up with children and others to deliver a collection of stories and songs inspired by her early life. , 0-9307-450672-1 Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms, 7 min. 3 sec., CD/Book, $12.95. Weston Woods, 1-203-845-0197, Grades PreK - 2 (4 - 7). Against a delightful soundtrack, Katheryn Kellgren's flawless pacing gives us Fletcher, who warns his animal friends to return to their winter quarters when he mistakes blossoms for snow. Ghetto Cowboy, Brilliance Audio. (2012 Odyssey Honor Audiobook) The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, Book 2: The Hidden Gallery, 5 hrs. 57 min., CD, $50.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 4 - 7 (9 - 13) With precise comic timing, Katherine Kellgren does not shy away from barking and howling while managing the rich vocabulary and exciting action of this gothic mystery. Ivy and Bean: What's the Big Idea, 1 hr. 25 min., CD, $15.75, Cassette, $15.75. Recorded Books, 1-800-638-1304, Grades 2 - 4 (7 - 10) With humor and heart, Cassandra Morris portrays Ivy and Bean as they search for the perfect science project. A note about global warming extends the lesson. Jefferson's Sons, 5 hrs. 45 min., CD, $40.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 6 - 9 (11 -15) A young slave asks why he can’t call his own father “papa.” Adrenrele Ojo voices the questions of Thomas Jefferson’s sons and carries the assurance of their mother that her children will one day be free. Jessica, 7 min. 27 sec., CD/Book, $18.95,, Live Oak Media, 1-800-788-1121, PreK - K (3 - 6), Ruthie's parents say her friend Jessica isn't real, but she is to Ruthie. Katherine Kellgren's performance captures Ruthie's sincerity and vulnerability in this story of friendship. Jim Gill Presents Music Play for Folks of All Stripes, 50 min., Music CD, $17.00. Jim Gill, Inc. , 1-708-763-9864, Ages 2 - 6 Jim Gill's songs incorporate fingerplays and movements so catchy that everyone will want to join in. Looking Like Me, 8 min. 2 sec., CD/Book, $29.95. Live Oak Media, 1-800-788-12121, Grades 2 - 6 (7 - 12) Dion Graham and Quincy Tyler Bernstine perform snappy rhyming couplets, set against original jazzy music and picture book collages. Lucky for Good, 5 hrs. 25 min, CD, $28.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 3 - 6 (8 - 12) The final book in the series, narrated by Cassandra Campbell, has Lucky facing new questions and growing up. Mirror Mirror: A Book in Reversible Verse, 16 min. 18 sec., CD/Book, $29.95. Live Oak Media, 1-800-788-1121, Grades 3 - 6 (8 - 12) Marilyn Singer and Joe Morton bring exuberance, humor and point of view to familiar fairy tales in 14 reverso poems. Moon Over Manifest, 9 hrs. 25 min., CD, $40.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 5 - 8 (10 - 14) Jenna Lamia, with Cassandra Campbell and Kirby Heyborne, tells the story of Abilene Tucker's adventures in Manifest during the summer of 1936. Okay for Now, 9 hrs. 18 min., CD, $40.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 6 - 9 (11 -15) Lincoln Hoppe voices Douglas Swieteck with all the attitude and hurt that this young teen experiences in "stupid" Marysville, NY, in 1969. (2012 Odyssey Honor Audiobook) Operation Yes, 6 hrs. 28 min, CD, $59.97. Brilliance Audio, 1-616-846-5256, Grades 4 - 7 (9 - 13) Jessica Almasy's performance reflects the ups and downs of 6th graders living on a military base while friends and relatives serve in Afghanistan. The Other Half of My Heart, 7 hrs. 50 min., CD, $45.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 4 - 7 (10 - 13) Bahni Turpin's narration is flawless in this moving story about biracial twin sisters. Practically Ridiculous, 40 min., Music CD, $15.00. Pluckypea Publishing, 1-503-293-9498, Ages 5 - 12 The Jimmies bring a wide variety of musical styles to this celebration of all things kid. The Sisters Club: Cloudy with a Chance of Boys, 5 hrs. 6 min., CD, $49.97. Brilliance Audio, 1-616-846-5256, Grades 3- 6 (9 - 12) With charm and humor, Jenna Lamia captures the perspectives of three sisters as boys begin to play a new role in their lives. Songs of the Baobob: African Lullabies and Nursery Rhymes, 48 min. , Music CD/Book, $16.95. Secret Mountain, 1-514-483-9281, Ages 0 - 7 Authentic instrumentation and lyrics, in eleven African languages, provide a unique reading and listening experience of traditional lullabies and nursery rhymes common to Black Africa. Stone Soup, 11 min. 20 sec. , CD/Book, $12.95. Weston Woods, 1-203-845-0197, Grades PreK - 3 (5 - 8) This traditional folktale, narrated by B.D. Wong, is given a new twist in this thoughtfully crafted production. Thunder over Kandahar, 6 hrs. 36 min, CD, $39.00. Listening Library, 1-800-733-3000, Grades 7 - 10 (12 - 16), This contemporary novel of friendship in the midst of the war in Afghanistan is enriched by Mozhan Marno's lyrical reading. The Unforgotten Coat, 1 hr. 40 min., CD, $39.97. Brilliance Audio, 1-616-846-5256, Grades 4 - 7 (10 - 13), Sarah Coomes' performance conveys Julie's feelings as she becomes the "good guide" for two mysterious new students from Mongolia. Young Fredle. Listening Library. (2012 Odyssey Honor Audiobook) 附註: 準備慢慢整理這個資料，部分會加上封面圖片`，點選圖片進入Amazon。 [ 本帖最后由 shouchi 于 2012-2-21 23:01 编辑 ]