Whimsical Capriciousness for the Young Ones
Montreal Children's Literature Festival to Host Workshops by Stephanie Boyer and Samuel Cantin
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Get ready for an imaginative adventure as the Montreal Children's Literature Festival welcomes Stephanie Boyer and Samuel Cantin to lead workshops on Sunday, August 10.
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Stephanie Boyer, an acclaimed author with nearly a dozen books under her belt, will share her latest creation, Turbulences in the Garden. This book, illustrated by Samuel Cantin, features a story with absurd and far-fetched situations that are sure to tickle the funny bone of young readers.
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Meanwhile, Turbulences in the Garden isn't the only book that uses absurd humor. Other books like Louis Sachar's Sideways Stories from Wayside School, Andy Griffiths' Just Annoying, Jorge Cham's Oliver’s Great Big Universe: Volcanoes Are Hot!, Judy Blume's Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, and Beverly Cleary's The Mouse and the Motorcycle also employ similar humor styles.
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For the younger audience, collections of funny children’s stories on platforms like Oh My Tales offer similar humor styles with silly adventures and wacky wordplay.
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At the Noel-Spinelli Park, Stephanie Boyer will lead a workshop at 1 p.m., inviting the audience to imagine new adventures. During the workshop, she will discuss her latest book and share her creative process. Samuel Cantin will also be present, drawing the ideas of the audience live.
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Another workshop will be dedicated to Strange Day of Filming, a book written by Fidjie Martell and illustrated by Vincent Toutou. This funny album plays with words and sounds, making it a delightful read for children aged 3 and up.
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In My Backyard, a book written by Édith Cochrane and illustrated by Isabelle Brouillette, will also be featured at the festival. This book, along with Behind My Chair and Under My Bed, joins Cochrane and Brouillette's two other titles, inviting children aged 4 and up to explore the world in their own backyard.
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Lastly, François Gravel's books Operation Dive Bar and The Short Ladder will also be showcased at the festival. Operation Dive Bar, a novel about a recently graduated spy named Nelson who embarks on his first mission to find a man named Gary, is targeted at ages 10 and up.
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So, mark your calendars for Sunday, August 10, and join the Montreal Children's Literature Festival for a day filled with laughter, imagination, and creative workshops!
- After the workshops, you might want to explore the French lifestyle by visiting local cafés for a taste of food-and-drink, or window shopping for fashion-and-beauty items.
- For those interested in education-and-self-development, some of the books at the festival like Turbulences in the Garden or In My Backyard can also serve as tools for personal-growth.
- If you're a pet owner, you can share your love for pets through social-media, participating in pet-focused communities and campaigns.
- After the festival, travel to other cities to experience their unique literature festivals, each offering a different perspective on writing and storytelling.
- Career-development can be aided by exploring the world of celebrities and pop-culture, as they often influence trends in various industries, including entertainment and job-search.
- For those who enjoy sci-fi-and-fantasy, you might find some of the books at the festival inspiring for learning new skills or even for skills-training.
- Thanks to the internet, books are now more accessible, making it easier to acquire a wide range of literature from around the world, including books on relationships, home-and-garden, cars, and even books on learning new languages or topics.
- Once you've expanded your knowledge through reading and learning, don't forget to apply your new skills in your everyday life for continued personal-growth.
- If you're looking for a new job, be sure to update your resume and LinkedIn profile to reflect the new skills and experiences you've gained from your personal-growth journey.
- To keep up with the latest trends and news in pop-culture, follow your favorite celebrities, authors, and bloggers on social-media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.
- Lastly, set aside some time for entertainment and relaxation, whether it's watching a movie, reading a book, or playing video games – these activities are an essential part of maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
