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  • The Brave Gardener

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    Jamie is a kind-hearted and imaginative child who feels overwhelmed when he is told “no” by his dad. As Jamie turns inward to explore his big emotions, he discovers a magical inner garden—one that needs care, patience, and understanding. With...


  • Frankie's Favourite Words

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    Every child is unique. Just as each child is different, each child’s adventures will be different too! Join Frankie as she dives into a great underwater adventure! With her brother by her side, Frankie will use her favourite words to adapt to the...


  • Ida’s really big feelings

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    Starting school for the first time is always both exciting and scary, especially when you have just moved into a new neighbourhood the third week of September. Ida and Momma move from the country to a small city for the first time. The challenges...


  • Middle School Blues

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    Twelve-year-old Amy has been dealing with her generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) for years and had thought she had it pretty much under control thanks to her supportive family and the help of a truly wonderful therapist. Then she started middle...


  • Zaeda and the Quest for Service

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    It’s Spring Appraisals at fairy school, and best friends Zaeda and Luli are anxious, but for different reasons. Zaeda knows the tests will bring her closer to one day completing school and beginning missions—using her magical service to help...


  • Bella and the Bossy Driver

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    Bella is a bright and joyful little girl—until her worries start to feel big and bossy, making her scared all the time. With a little help from her mom, however, Bella discovers something amazing: she can take charge of her worries! Together,...


  • Sometimes My Brain is Mean to Me

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    Many children struggle with negative self talk. As a parent, it can be really tempting to respond by offering your child reassurance, or by directly contradicting the negative statements. However, we can’t always be there to help our children...


  • Panic at Camp Sunshine!

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    Amy is eight years old and looking forward to summer vacation, until one day, she hears her parents talking about sending her to summer camp for a week. The idea makes her nervous right away, but with her parents’ and best friend’s support, she...


  • The Bear

    A Story About Depression
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    Have you ever heard of depression? Our friend Bear has agreed to answer some questions for us about what it’s like to live with this illness! We ask Bear important questions about depression. Do you want to know more about what having depression...


  • Blots, Dots and Sticky Thoughts

    Stress and Worry
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    “There is magic in you, there is magic in me, wait, just wait and see!” And with those words, Lyle’s best friend, a stuffed sloth named Leeto, comes to life! Leeto notices that Lyle is feeling stressed and worried. Lyle has a heavy feeling in her...