Brianna Banana, Worst Surprise Ever
In this illustrated chapter book, Brianna's dreams of finally being the classroom helper are foiled when her class has a substitute teacher.
One Beaded Earring
In this illustrated early chapter book, Delia loses one of her mother's treasured beaded earrings, leading her to learn about her Métis heritage when she asks her grandmother to help her replace it.
It’s Me, Henry!
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.
If You Meet a Barfing Bird
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.
Remember Who You Are
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This beautifully illustrated picture book empowers young readers to embrace their potential by fostering understanding of identity, tradition and culture.
Remember Who You Are / kiskisi awîna kiya
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This beautifully illustrated picture book empowers young readers to embrace their potential by fostering understanding of identity, tradition and culture.
Sophie Shares the Stars
In this touching picture book, Sophie's adoptive father, whom she calls "My Michael," develops a chronic, invisible illness. But even though Michael can't always do the things he used to, he's still Sophie's universe—and she is his.
Two Pigs
In this retelling of the Three Little Pigs, the third pig is replaced by a bear with the consequences that may have on the frozen wolf in winter. A bear brings a different set of complications for the wolf then a third pig.
Lessons From Hu'ul Ke:li
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Native American boy doing daily chores with his grandfather on the reservation.
Bird Brothers, A Delhi Story
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.
Star Sailor, The Story of Words
This illustrated nonfiction picture book explores the meaning and origins of words and how they’ve evolved over the years.
Jack and the Beanstalk
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In Michael Rosen's humorous retelling of this classic tale, Jack trades his cow for magical beans, climbs a beanstalk, steals golden eggs, and outsmarts a giant.
Wampanoag Seasons
In Wampanoag Seasons, a young Wampanoag child explores Aquinnah's seasons, highlighting wildlife, the seashore, cranberry harvests, and winter traditions, celebrating community and cultural heritage.
Go, Sloth, Go!
In this cute rhyming picture book told in few words, a sloth tumbles from a tree onto a road and hurts its toe. A helpful truck driver brings the sloth to a wildlife vet, and soon enough the sloth is returning to its wilderness home.
A Hug on the Wind
In this illustrated picture book, Sam’s grandmother is going away for the winter, and he worries about how they’ll keep in touch. She tells him that she can send a hug on the wind, kisses in the rain and fireflies to say good night—and Sam realizes his grandma will always be there for him no matter the distance.
La poche secrète
Cet album raconte l’histoire vraie d’un groupe de jeunes filles résilientes d’un pensionnat pour Autochtones qui ont eu l’idée de munir leurs uniformes de poches secrètes pour y cacher de la nourriture.
Laisse un bel héritage
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Dans cet album magnifiquement illustré, un appel à l'action récurrent rappelle aux jeunes lecteurs et lectrices que tout en ce monde est interrelié.
A Stronger Home
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A mother and son experiencing family violence have to flee their home, moving from place to place to find safe shelter, until finally they’re able to go back home again and make it the strongest house yet.
Two Tricksters Find Friendship
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After a young girl moves to a small island community, she and a local Indigenous boy form a strong friendship over the summer. When they begin the fourth grade together, the two find adventure while navigating the challenges and prejudices of their lives.
Une maison solide
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Une mère et son fils victimes de violence familiale doivent abandonner leur résidence et trouver refuge à plusieurs endroits, jusqu’à ce qu’ils puissent enfin rentrer chez eux et transformer leur maison pour la rendre sécuritaire et accueillante.
L'enfant-orchestre
Un album à saveur musicale qui présente une métaphore créative pour illustrer le syndrome Gilles de la Tourette et le sentiment de prendre trop de place.
Carlito's Butterfly / La mariposa de Carlito
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In this bilingual picture book, when Carlito sees monarch butterflies fluttering in the park, he is reminded of his home country of Mexico and the migration journey he and the butterflies went on.
Cristina Plays
In this colorful picture book about imagination and play, little Cristina plays with her dollhouse and toy rabbit in a day that involves chores, meals and dreams.
