Award for the “best Canadian album of the year” to be given out at Toronto gala, nominees include Carly Rae Jepsen, Grimes
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This Day in History and CONTEST: Roald Dahl’s 100th Birthday

Today marks 100 years since beloved British author Roald Dahl was born, so we’re celebrating with a contest!


Even better than the real sheng

Listen in amazement as the Super Mario Bros. theme is played to perfection on a sheng, an ancient Chinese wind instrumentRead more »


BOOK REVIEW: One Half from the East

OWL reader Alexandra reviews Nadia Hashimi’s new book One Half from the East
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BOOK REVIEW: Lucy & Andy Neanderthal

OWL reader Qori reviews Jeffrey Brown’s new graphic novel Lucy & Andy Neanderthal
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BOOK REVIEW: A Day of Signs and Wonders

11 year-old Sophia reviews Kit Pearson’s new book A Day of Signs and Wonders
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