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Tacos with Strangers
by Joelle Lussi Milz
It’s the first day of school, and Rosa is about to face her biggest nightmare. Teachers? Nope. Homework? Think again. No, what Rosa is worried about is … TACOS ... with STRANGERS! The crumbly shell! The drippy meat! The slippery, sloppy fillings! Won’t anyone save her from this messy humiliation?! This is a book for anyone who has ever worried about fitting in, standing out, or trying something new. Join Rosa as she learns that even the biggest messes don’t have to be disasters. In fact,...
Grazia
by Patricia Frankie-Deverell
In early 20th-century Toronto, thirteen-year-old Grazia Carbone is pushed into marriage and motherhood long before she is ready. Living in the crowded Italian Colony and working long days in a hotel laundry, she shoulders the weight of a household while quietly mourning the childhood she never had. Intelligent and restless, Grazia yearns for a life that feels like her own. When a city fire brings a newcomer into her orbit, Grazia encounters, for the first time, someone who truly sees her....
Are You Kindful?
How your Practice of Kindfulness can Build a Happy and Peaceful Nation by Bhante Saranapala
In a world that feels increasingly dark and dangerous, how do we find a bright spot? How do we navigate the violence, war, racism, hate, and sexism that surround us? In Are You Kindful?,Bhante Saranapala—also known as the Urban Buddhist Monk— shows us a way out of the negativity and into a kinder, more positive world. Kindfulness is the radical act of being both kind and mindful. By combining these two qualities, we are able to bring good to the world. In the pages of this book, you will...
The Greatest Superpower
by C.E. Nichols
Four friends have been given an assignment: They must each discover their special superpower. Ralph the rabbit is fast. Ollie the owl can see in the dark. Barry the bear can sleep longer and more soundly than anybody else. But Hank the hedgehog does not know what his superpower is. He is good at many things, but he doesn’t seem to be the best at any one thing. Together, these four friends work to discover Hank’s superpower. Along the way, they’ll learn about being unique, appreciating...
Give That Child A Mouth
by Frederic L. Oliver
Give That Child A Mouth is a powerful piece of children's literature. It utilizes the routine thread of loose rhyme to create a written work of embroidery that is absolutely captivating! This exciting read teaches a lesson to children - it's okay to tell someone when you are hurting. Meet Little Freddy: Little Freddy is forever running away in tears, and without a voice for years, trying to escape a mysterious character named Mouthy. But Mouthy has something that could change Little Freddy's...
13 Months of Sunshine and Other Fables
The Beauty, Magnificence and Occasional Terror of Growing up as a Missionary Kid in Africa by Bruce D. Clark
In 1956, a young Canadian family left behind the comfort and certainty of home to answer a call that would change their lives forever. What began as a mission of service in Egypt and Ethiopia became an extraordinary journey marked by courage, sacrifice, humour, heartbreak, and wonder. Told through the eyes of the oldest son, this deeply personal memoir captures the beauty and hardship of growing up in a rapidly changing Africa, where childhood was shaped by separation, resilience, and...
Beyond the Woven Curtain
The Story of Andrina Mitchell/Muir by Sharon R Plett
Andrina Muir (née Mitchell) lived a life shaped by faith, devotion, love, and resilience in a world of hardship and change. Born in a sod house in the North West Territory, her childhood was defined by carefree days, farm animals and her father’s whistle, but that would not last…. Illness and conflict shattered her idyllic youth. Cast out by a close-knit faith community, her family grappled with separation and loss. As the years, unfolded, Andrina searched out what she believed and what she...
People, Place & Land
Leading for Learning and Mentorship by Catherine A. Whalen
People, Place & Land: Leading for Learning and Mentorship brings together the collective expertise of educators to explore leadership, mentorship, and teaching practice across K–12 and postsecondary education. Focusing on the school’s signature pedagogy of People, Place, and Land, the authors connect theory to practice through lived educational experience. Using case narratives, reflective inquiry, and systems-based perspectives, People, Place & Land examines educational leadership,...
What Canadians Said in 2025
A Yearbook of Public Opinion and Perspective by Charlie Dickson
Did you hear what they said!? Sometimes someone says something so astonishing, so dumb or brilliant, so insightful or infuriating that everyone takes notice. But other times, a poignant or perceptive comment can get lost in the general noise of our society. It can be hard to know who and what to focus on or to get a sense of what is important to Canadians. Enter What Canadians Said in 2025: A Yearbook of Public Opinion and Perspective, a fascinating compendium of what those in the public eye...
Humphrey the Duck
by H. K. McPhie
Humphrey is a very sweet duck. A very kind duck. A very anxious duck. But with the help of his friend Poppy and his beautiful red boots, Humphrey begins to find his bravery. Little by little, he learns that even the biggest worries can become smaller when you take one small brave step at a time. With soft, inviting watercolor illustrations and a heartwarming story, the first book in the Humphrey and Poppy series gently reminds readers of all ages that courage does not mean being fearless. It...