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Below are some of our most recently released books.
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Rebels, Exiles, and Bridge Builders
A Century of Stories from Mexico's Mennonite Villages by Abigail Carl-Klassen
In Chihuahua, Mexico, the Tres Culturas region is a place where Mennonite, Mestizo, and Indigenous Rarámuri people live, forming a crossroad of traditions, languages, and ways of living. A landscape of convergence and divergence, breaking and reforming, where you might be labeled a rebel—or even excommunicated—for following your dreams. Through poetic vignettes and photography, Rebels, Exiles, and Bridge Builders: A Century of Stories from Mexico's Mennonite Villages portrays one hundred years of cross-cultural encounters in the Tres Culturas region. A century that saw significant changes with intermarriage, sociopolitical pressures, and technological advances on the rise, with people pursuing higher education, economic opportunities, and different religious experiences. Race and ethnicity, gender and labor, migration and excommunication are at the heart of these stories. Some show what it’s like to leave the only community they’ve known—choosing love and education over family and tradition. While others examine what it means to push the boundaries and still decide to stay. A companion to the oral history project of the same name, Rebels, Exiles, and Bridge Builders blends narrative nonfiction and poetry, forming prose poems from transcript excerpts that honor the original speakers, their individual experiences and voices. Intimate and deeply relevant, this is a testament to the universality of connection, belonging, and home.
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Heartstrings
by Carol-Anne Boisvert
This book is divided in two parts. Heartstrings, which focuses on a selection of updated poems from the past collections. It's a walk down memory lane, through heartbreaks, bullying and mental health. A Better Feeling focuses on the author being in her thirties, navigating life, reminiscing about the past while surviving the mishaps of online dating.
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Ready to Learn
A crash course in child development, and how children experience school by James Dylan Smith
In today’s fast-paced educational environment, teachers are constantly seeking ways to improve their practice while streamlining the high demands of their day-to-day work. Ready to Learn bridges the gap between psychology and education, offering fresh insights that empower educators to connect research with practical strategies. The book begins by exploring the rich histories of psychological research on learning and development, providing educators with a thorough understanding of how children grow, develop, and learn. From there, it focuses on the application of these insights, showing how knowledge of psychology can help educators refine their classroom practices, promote school readiness, and support diverse learners. Drawing on interdisciplinary connections between psychology, neuroscience, and education, Ready to Learn offers a unique perspective on the complexities of teaching. It highlights how understanding child development can help educators navigate the intricacies of instruction, improve practice, and create a more effective and inclusive learning environment. This book is an invaluable resource for educators who want to enhance their classroom strategies with evidence-based insights, as well as for academics and researchers seeking to deepen and diversify their understanding of learning. It also speaks to school leaders, policymakers, and other public education stakeholders who want to support teachers in meeting the challenges of modern education while maximizing student achievement and well-being. Whether you’re looking for practical tools to implement in the classroom or seeking a deeper understanding of how children develop, Ready to Learn offers a comprehensive guide to improving education—one classroom at a time.
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Waves Of Change
Protecting Our Ocean, Preserving Our Future by Adiza Abdul-Rafiu Mohammed
Waves of Change is a vibrant and inspiring children’s book that invites young readers aged 6–12 to dive into the wonders of the ocean and become heroes of the sea. Through rich storytelling, diverse characters, and real-world action steps, this book brings to life the vital connection between ocean health and climate change. As part of the Heroes of the Earth series, Waves of Change follows children from different parts of the world who unite to tackle marine pollution, overfishing, and rising sea levels. From beach cleanups to upcycling projects and coral reef protection, the book empowers young minds with knowledge and simple, practical ways to make a difference—wherever they are. Designed to be fun, hopeful, and visually engaging, the book is filled with colourful illustrations, ocean facts, and climate-friendly activities. It is being translated into French and an Indigenous language to support inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation efforts in Canada and beyond. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, after-school programs, and bedtime stories, Waves of Change encourages parents, teachers, and community leaders to guide the next generation of ocean champions. Together, we can spark a wave of change—one child at a time.
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What Do I Give You My Child?
by Deborah Lorraine
What do we give our children? Advice? Encouragement? A steady hand? Freedom to wobble? A soft place to land? A giant hug? What Do I Give You My Child? is a lyrical journey through the stages of childhood to adulthood, reminding us that every stumble and fumble can become a stepping stone—and that even the messiest moments can be magical. Inspired by Deborah’s three sons, each poem captures a snapshot in time. The collection offers the kind of wisdom that might come from stepping on LEGO block in the dark. It celebrates the imperfections, the hilarious happenings, and the miracles that help shape a grown-up. As a tribute to her children—wrapped in sticky fingers, sprinkled with questionable decisions, and infused with parental improv (but baked with best efforts!)—this book blends their stories into one symbolic journey. It represents not only their shared path but also simmers into the mix, their chosen life partners. And the crown of the cupcake—the final swirl of a life lovingly stirred, are the grandchildren, those who are already baked to perfection, and those whose dough is yet to be mixed.
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Old Town Victoria
Walk Through Time by David Wright Mason
For over a decade, local historian and walking tour guide Dave Mason has been uncovering the rich architectural and cultural heritage of downtown Victoria, British Columbia. This guidebook brings together years of meticulous research—rooted in primary historical sources—to tell the stories behind many of the city’s most iconic heritage properties. Designed to serve as a handheld companion for walking tours and a reliable historical reference, the book combines concise, easy-to-read entries with vivid archival imagery. Whether you’re a curious visitor, a lifelong resident, or a historian interested in Canada’s urban past, this guide offers a compelling window into the people, buildings, and events that shaped Victoria’s Old Town. Ideal for tourists, locals, and academics alike, this is more than just a guidebook; it’s an invitation to walk through time.
