Our Plastic Problem
Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book explores the history and uses of plastic and the resulting environmental problems.
Runaway Blanket
In this adorable board book, a toddler is told it's time for bed, but he's not ready yet—because he saw his blanket packing up a bag…and climbing over the garden gate…and running down the road! Luckily, the child catches his blankie just in time for a cozy goodnight snuggle.
Feathered Fiends
In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, fifteen-year-old Daphne and her family are besieged by killer birds while on a family vacation.
Meg and Greg: Train Day!
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In the sixth book in the phonics-based, decodable Meg and Greg series, Meg and Greg are on vacation in four stories that introduce readers to long vowels. Includes illustrations and worksheets.
What's in the Walls?
In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, ten-year-old Zack discovers a hidden horror after he hears a weird noise coming from the walls of his school gymnasium.
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.
Game Changers
This illustrated nonfiction anthology features the stories of 13 inspiring hijabi athletes from around the world.
Literacy Instruction Matters
Many teachers feel ill-prepared to teach their students to read and write. This book empowers teachers with its overall approach and countless specific strategies, all grounded in research and strong pedagogy.
Ramadan
Part of the nonfiction Orca Origins series for middle readers. Illustrated with color photographs, this book examines the origins and traditions of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Bridging the Reading Gap
A comprehensive series of lessons that address phonics, morphology, and vocabulary for teachers working with students in grades 4–8. With a wide range of learners in every classroom, engaging activities and carefully curated lists scaffold instruction for emergent to competent readers.
Assessment in Action
This book provides an active and engaging approach to student-centred teaching and learning. Instruction and assessment are woven together seamlessly to inform planning and motivate learning.
Monster Friends, Where Are You?
A soul living in a tree learns about mythical creatures in books and goes to search for them.
How People See
Canada in the 1990s. The approaching referendum on Quebec sovereignty is threatening to cleave the country in two, while a family struggles with the aftermath of a tragedy that changes their lives forever.
Reggio-Inspired Literacy in Primary Classrooms
In this practical book, teachers will find hands-on, Reggio-inspired practices that focus on building literacy skills through nurturing concepts of identity and shared knowledge alongside children.
Bad Bot
In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, lonely Victor befriends his new toy robot, LenBot. But when LenBot starts learning more than Victor has taught it, Victor realizes his new friend might be dangerous.
Billie and Bean in the Mountains
A child finds her own way to enjoy the ski hill with the help of her energetic dog in this brightly illustrated picture book.
Creepy Classroom
In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, middle schooler Matt finds himself the prisoner of a creepy librarian with a terrifying plan.
Living Light
Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book examines the biology, habitat and environmental threats facing bioluminescent species on land and in the water.
Lost at Windy River
This graphic novel for middle-grade readers tells the true story of how a young Indigenous girl survived nine days after getting lost during a snowstorm in northern Canada.
The Rock and the Butterfly
In this meditative picture book about loss, a butterfly finds peace in the memories left behind by its friend, the rock.
Sally's Snow Day
In this playful picture book, Sally the dog gets dressed in her boots and coat to head out to the park on a winter's day. There are other pups to play with and even snowdogs to sniff before she heads home for a nap.
Salt, Pepper, Season, Spice
This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers explores the spices, condiments and confections we love and the rich histories and cultures they come from around the world.
Wildlife Crossing
Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle-grade readers, this book explores the science of road ecology and what happens when highways, wildlife and habitats intersect. Illustrated with photographs throughout.
Hummingbird / Aamo-binashee
In this dual-language picture book in English and Anishinaabemowin, a child is chased by Windigo, who preys on isolation and insecurity. But Kokum calls to the child with a message of hope, and a hummingbird arrives with teachings of love and resilience.
