Juvenile Fiction, People & Places
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Dragon’s Tears
by Brent Gates
At Elk Falls on Vancouver Island, the children gather around the campfire, ready for one of Nana Kelly’s stories. She tells them of a time, long ago, when dragons were born from the love of forest creatures and the flames from the Great Spirit’s...
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W is for Winnipeg
A Little Architect's ABC by Rae St. Clair Bridgman
What if you were an owl? What would you see in the city? Winnipeg’s skyline offers a window into a playful world of contemporary and historic architecture across the seasons, all while learning your ABCs and XYZs. Learn about Winnipeg’s hidden...
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Goodnight British Columbia
by Niki Dorman
Tucked up in my cozy bed, My favourite jammies on. Big kisses to beautiful B.C. Before all the daylight is gone. All across British Columbia, people and animals are finishing up their days. See the orcas jumping high, the moose walking in water,...
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The North Shore Seasons
by Jessica Shade
In what season can you jump in a big pile of leaves? Or sled down a hill? Or splash in the puddles? Young children will delight in guessing the four seasons of the North Shore. Whether you live in Duluth or are enjoying a visit, it is the perfect...
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Remy's Adventures on Prince Edward Island
by Natasha LaVie
Join Remy, the bearded dragon, as he explores Canada's smallest province. In these adventures, you’ll enjoy beautiful illustrations and poetry as he visits Basin Head Beach, attempts lobster fishing, and chats with Henrietta, the sleepy owl at...
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A Month With Joey
by Souraya Zreik
Every year, Joey the Elf comes to visit Ethan, Bella, and Noah for Christmas. During the day he quietly watches their Christmas activities, but at night he has all kinds of adventures! The kids love to wake up and see what Joey has been up to,...
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Paul Immigrates to Canada
by Heather Crichlow
Paul’s pretty sure his mother doesn’t love him: why else would she go away to Canada and leave him with his gran in Barbados for six whole years? She was supposed to send for him one year after she went away, and then two years, and then three…...
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Saul the Baseball in the Big Game
by Kim LeBlanc
Saul the baseball in the big game is an action packed lyrical retelling of an important championship baseball game told by Saul, an animated baseball. Join Saul as he narrates the play by play of the biggest most important game he and his cast of...
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I Wish I Could
If I could, I would... by Jolly Bimbachi
I wish I could … go to the beach with you … play in the park with you … tuck you into bed at night. These are the heartfelt and tender wishes of a parent for their child. Words of love, longing, hope, and happiness fill the pages of this book....
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Pierre's Big Baboon Adventure
by Melissa Mundell
Pierre lives in Zululand, South Africa, on his family farm. One day, he sees an incredible sight—a baboon! The hungry baboon is on the search for food when he makes a silly mistake. Will Pierre sit back and watch the poor baboon’s tough day? Or...
