This illustrated nonfiction book provides a study of the sky from Earth's surface to distant space with information on animals, weather and astronomy in various elevations, in a unique format that will have readers feeling like they are flying higher and higher with each page.
This picture book about a young boy on the autism spectrum highlights the way he functions differently from his classmates. His way of being in the world has both its challenges and its strengths.
You never know what kind of day it's going to be when your parent has Bipolar Disorder.
Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book invites young readers to explore the relationship between dogs and humans, and how their bond has evolved throughout history.
Part of the nonfiction Orca Timeline series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book looks at the past, present and future of codes and codebreaking.
This illustrated nonfiction picture book explores the unique habits and survival skills of animals in the wild and the humorous consequences when kids try to help them.
In this sweet picture book, Maya retreats into a box when some kids tease her. Inside, it's safe and beautiful. But when she sees how much life she's missing out on outside her box, Maya realizes it's time to put the box aside and rejoin the world.
Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book explores the importance of soil to all life on Earth and how we can conserve it for the future.
Cet album valorisant aux illustrations magnifiques permet aux jeunes d’exploiter leur potentiel en favorisant la compréhension de leur identité, de la tradition et de leur culture.
Yuka apprend l'art traditionnel du traîneau à chiens tout en naviguant la vie arctique, où les coutumes inuites ancestrales se mêlent à la modernité.
Birth of a Hippie is a heartfelt graphic memoir by JoDee Samuelson, chronicling her journey from a Prairie girl in mid-20th century Alberta to an independent spirit on Prince Edward Island. Through witty storytelling and charming illustrations, JoDee explores family, identity and self-discovery with humor and heart.
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, fourteen-year-old Harry pairs up with a talking dog to solve the mystery of their friend Stanley's murder.
A touching picture book based on the real-life efforts of two brothers who have devoted their lives to rescuing and rehabilitating black kite raptors that have been injured by glass-coated kite strings and the dense air pollution in Delhi.
Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book introduces young readers to what it means to be an ally and realistic actions they can take to practice allyship in their own lives.
Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book examines practical ways waste can be transformed to protect the planet and fight the effects of the climate crisis.
Rupert Goldmann’s “memoirs” trace the story of his life as a child-prodigy cello virtuoso, his flirtations and relationships, his experiences as an unrewarded composer, and his eventual, much-interrupted attempt to retreat into the world of his imagination.
This heartwarming and humorous story with vivid, action-packed illustrations introduces us to Easton on the first of his many adventures with his owner Elizabeth Retter and the rest of her family.
In Wôpanâak Seasons, a young Wampanoag child explores Aquinnah's seasons, highlighting wildlife, the seashore, cranberry harvests, and winter traditions, celebrating community and cultural heritage.
This heartwarming and humorous story with vivid, action-packed illustrations follows Easton on a new adventure to puppy school! What will he learn there, and how will he keep his behavior on track to graduate?
After a teenage contortionist frees a talented showman from captivity in a sideshow, the duo flee across an alternate 1899 Empire of America to escape their pursuer, an evil entertainment entrepreneur / presidential candidate, recruiting other performers trapped in brutal working conditions to put together the greatest show on Earth.
A gentle and playful book that celebrates walking in nature, and helps develop basic elements of literacy.
Sam — redheaded, orphaned, temperamental — is sent to Johnson “Blue Gables” Juvenile Center after getting into a fight. Awaiting trial, Sam learns to process his emotions and becomes more hopeful about his future.
