When You Meet a Dragon
In this beautifully illustrated picture book, a child brings their community together to persevere against an invading dragon.
The Pig and the Dumpling
In a small seaside village, an overly eager pig has a run-in with a dumpling that he won't soon forget.
Meena Can't Wait
Today Meena and her nanu (grandmother) are having a tea party with a special Bengali tea called doodh cha, and even though Meena is impatient, she learns that it’s worth the wait to make the special tea together.
My Sister and Me
In this playfully illustrated picture book, an older sister narrates her childhood memories in a letter to her annoying little sister, depicting the push-and-pull and the special love that exist between them.
What's in a Bead?
Tessa loves how her grandmother always smells of campfire stories. Mom says it’s because Kohkom spends her days sewing beautiful beads onto smoked hides. Inspired, Tessa asks Kohkom to teach her beading, but first she must listen and learn about the many stories held in a bead.
Reg Goes Swimming
A story with a message around feelings, including simple strategies to teach self regulation. The bear, Reg, moves from being emotionally dysregulated through thoughtful self-regulation to a state of calm. The three self-regulation techniques used to regulate emotions are: positive self-talk, belly breathing, and reframing.
I Love Myself
In this picture book, a child who is learning about self-love meets different challenges—like learning to ride a bike and being afraid of the dark—with the help of a cuddly creature representing their inner self.
Sally’s New Look
In this sweet picture book about learning new things, a curious young dog goes to the groomer and gets a fancy new hairdo.
Khadija and the Elephant Toothpaste Experiment
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Khadija is inspired by her visit to the science fair. But how come none of the scientists are wearing a hijab, she wonders? Khadija recreates an experiment at home with mixed (and messy!) results. Surrounded by family as they celebrate Eid, Khadija tries again, with great success. She declares, “When I grow up, I’m going to be a scientist!”
Wilhelm, the Hedgehog
Originally published in Ukraine, this charming tale tells of a young and very curious hedgehog who,with the help of his friends, realizes his dreams. It celebraes creativity and inspiration, and the friends who help you along the way.
A Snowman in Jerusalem
Pnina dreams of seeing snow and her father helps that dream come true in an unexpected way!
Lost Inside My Head
Vincent wishes he was like everyone else, but his ADHD makes his thoughts turn to chaos…until he learns he can be himself and focus his light on what he wants to see.
The Golden Apples
Jack has a good heart, and is a great cook—but he's not so good at following directions. With the help of a friendly fox, he finds love AND succeeds at the quest his father has set for him. But there are some pretty big pitfalls en route.
Naaahsa is an Artist!
Naaahsa says art is a language everyone understands. Sometimes we make art together. We draw, we bead, we sing. Sometimes Naaahsa tells stories in Blackfoot. I even get to go with her to see her art show at the National Gallery. Naaahsa is famous for her art, but I love her hugs best.
Auntie's Rez Surprise
Auntie always greets Cree in Nehiyaw when she comes for a visit. When Auntie arrives with a surprise gift hidden in her bag, Cree can’t wait to discover what it is. The first clue? It’s from the rez. As Cree tries to figure out what it might be, the bag starts to move. Cree is thrilled when the bag opens and out jumps a rez puppy!
Once, a Bird
In this wordless picture book, a bird emerges after winter to find the world has gone quiet. As she settles on a tree outside an apartment building, its residents notice her through their windows and find hope in her resilience and the continued rhythms of nature.
Otter Doesn’t Know
In this picture book featuring Coast Salish art and Traditional Storytelling techniques, a salmon and an otter learn to help each other even though they don't have all the answers.
Everyone is Welcome
A little girl hears that her grandma’s friend, Mrs. Lee, was pushed on her way to the Asian market. When she learns that Asian students at her brother’s school are afraid to walk to class, she realizes something very wrong is happening to her community. With her mom’s support and the help of friends, she does something kind for Mrs. Lee.
The Best Christmas Ever
Twins Toby and Ella are sick of Christmas: their Mom is so busy baking, decorating and shopping that there's no time for fun! What about building a snowman? What about reading Christmas stories around the fire? But when Mom's careful holiday plans start to unravel, the twins see a wonderful new side to Mom...and to Christmas!
I Built a Cabin
Plans for a peaceful retreat in the woods are disturbed when a new cabin-owner meets her very noisy neighbours. Animal hijinks abound in this playful, phonically rich story.
The Island
The people on a remote island are happy with their lot, but learn that they must make new lives in less isolated surroundings. A story of social change, and the love that one carries for home.
Lucy Tries Team Sports Four Pack
A four-book picture-book series that introduces children to different team sports and encourages active and engaged lifestyles. Featuring soccer, hockey, basketball and baseball.
My Afternoon Guest
In this imaginative story, a child's first encounter with a mirror turns into an afternoon adventure.
The Cottonwood Sings
A delightful story of a lonely woman who never ages and the beaver who falls in love with her. Independently they seek out the Great Spirit, who obliges their requests to be forever close to one another.
