Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
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Am I Special Too?
by Hayley Leclair and Michael Leclair
Why is my sister so special, And is that really true? She is only my sister— How come I’m not special too? Hayley loves her family, especially her big sister Megan, but sometimes she wonders why Megan gets so much attention. Everyone says that...
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Invited
Celebrating the Joy of Friendship and Inclusion by Olivia H. Glithero
When Lily, a six-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, doesn’t receive an invitation to her best friend Zoe’s birthday party, she feels confused, left out and disappointed. She has experienced the unfairness of not being included because of her...
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Max and Indy at the Christmas Market
by Charmaine Blackman
The annual Christmas market is a wondrous place. It is full of beautiful sights and delicious smells. Each year, Max and Indy pick out gifts for each other at the market. This year, they head to the market to choose their gifts. They part ways...
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Ida’s really big feelings
by Karen Bartlett Durack
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...
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Middle School Blues
by Elaine Armstrong
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...
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Jerry's New Shoes
by Tanya New-Chester
I counted his legs: their number was eight, That’s six more than mine to hold his small weight. I also did notice his feet were un-shoed— how could I make comment without seeming rude? Jerry the spider needs a few more shoes than you or I, since...
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Elizabeth Explores Kitchen Science
by Betty R. Robinson
When Elizabeth’s new classmate shares that she has celiac disease, Elizabeth is eager to help. Her solution? Try making something gluten-free! But cooking isn’t always as simple as it looks. With encouragement from her mom and her own...
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Once Upon a Tree, There was a Change
by Marcia M. Holm
In the heart of the meadow, there are whispers of change. The animals, bees, and butterflies know it. But the leaves in the birch tree aren’t quite sure yet what’s happening. As they turn from vibrant green to golden yellow, the wind calls them...
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A Fox and Friendships
by Gareth Webb
Bowen the fox embarks on a journey with his forest friends to investigate strange noises and footprints in the forest. Along the way, he and his group of friends face multiple challenges that require trust, teamwork, laughter, and support to get...
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My World Is Home
by Todd-Michael Bégin
“Can you repeat the question?” I ask in a soft, sympathetic voice. Mrs. Stahl rolls her eyes. “When I’m talking, you need to listen!” she shouts in a shrill voice. “You and I are going to have a chat during recess.” . . . Footsteps draw close...
