LES HAUTS et LES BAS
Une fillette affronte les hauts et les bas de la vie quotidienne avec une mère bipolaire.
Take a Breath Olive Tran
Olive tries to manage her anxiety as she searches for a way to win her school talent show.
I Was Supposed to Be at School
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Children living in a low-income neighborhood in Brazil sent letters and drawings to their government showing the impact of frequent violent police raids.
Memory Stones
When Sophie’s beloved grandmother passes away, Sophie learns she can honor her memory by placing stones on her granny's grave.
Les pierres de mémoire
À la mort de sa grand-maman, Sophie découvre la tradition ancienne de poser des pierres sur la tombe d’une personne aimée.
The Fabulous Edweena
Edwin is ready to introduce the world to his drag persona, Edweena, at his skating competition.
Omaamakaadendaagozi Edwiina / The Fabulous Edweena
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Edwin is ready to introduce the world to his drag persona, Edweena, at his skating competition.
Every Little Bit Olive Tran
Olive Tran is excited to turn ten until racism toward her Asian community makes her question how safe she feels.
The Warmest Blanket in the World
Frida’s great-grandmother, Ama, loves to help others. Now it’s Frida’s turn to help Ama by finding her a special blanket to keep her warm.
Alina in the Deep
The adventures of the endearing Alina continue as she navigates her friendship with her cousin.
The Light Keeper
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An enterprising boy keeps the electricity working in his shtetl and helps his poor family in 1900s Eastern Europe.
I, Too, Am Here
A multigenerational exploration of immigration, racism, and belonging inspired by Langston Hughes’ poem, “I, Too.”
UPS and DOWNS
You never know what kind of day it's going to be when your parent has Bipolar Disorder.
kekwan etakwak mîkisîhk?/ What’s in a Bead?
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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 the many stories held in a bead. Dual language edition in Ininîmowin (Cree N-dialect) and English.
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.
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!”
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.
Naaahsa Aisinaki! / Naaahsa is an Artist!
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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!
okāwīsimāw omēkiwin askīhkānihk ohci/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!
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.
Vee in Between
When Vee was nine months old, her parents flew to China to adopt her. But when she struggles to keep up in Chinese dance class and a woman at the grocery store makes Vee feel like she doesn’t belong, her white parents don’t always understand.
