Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
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Distracted Danny Daniels and the Worry Machine
by Ryan J. Kukurudz
Danny Daniels just cannot seem to stop worrying about everything. He worries that his friends are mad at him. He worries that his teachers are frustrated with him. Danny has always been a worrier, but lately, he has been feeling more and more ...
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The Theory of Snowflakes
by Donna Borsellino
Snowflakes are all created to have the same essence, but to look different. Sidney is created to look different than other penguins. His childhood environment is one of acceptance, love and support. He grows up believing in his own ...
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The Square Wreath
by Sherry J. Kubalsky
Michael is the most beautiful Christmas wreath and he longs to share his beauty with others. Decorated with delicate pinecones, colorful lights, and red ribbon with gold, glittery trim, Michael’s joy radiates from his every corner. Corner? Why, yes, ...
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The Good Deed
by Anna de Souza
Kevin Kevins is an excellent dentist who cares about his patients. One day, Kevin does something unexpectedly generous for Hannah and her husband, Jeet. They don’t know how to repay him, but they’re determined to figure it out. What’s the best way ...
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On My Way to School
by Johan Reis
Every day, Shawn walks to and from school through his friendly, multicultural neighbourhood. Along the way, he stops to talk with the people in his world. Through his curious and sensitive nature, Shawn comes to understand their hardships, ...
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The Great Global Pause
Inspired by Life on Earth in 2020 by Maggie Reidy
A young child is swimming in the ocean when a giant Sea Turtle swims by. The Grandmother Turtle, named Keola, takes the child on an underwater adventure, showing an abundance of healthy ocean life that began to flourish after the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
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Jack the Husky Gets a Sister
by Shannon Carlson
The second book in the Jack the Husky series sees Jack get a sister - Sophie, who is adopted from an animal rescue group. Jack & Sophie bond right away but Sophie struggles to adjust to her new home. Shannon and Jack learn that some dogs need space ...
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Naughty Boys Camp
by Charline M Miller
Lej is five years old. There are a lot of great things about being five: your siblings can’t call you a toddler anymore, you’re taller than you were before, and you even get to throw a big party in celebration of your birthday! There are some ...
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The Adventures of Duncan and Lulu
by Amanda Young and Traci Meyer
The minute Duncan sees his new next-door neighbor, Lulu, his heart jumps for joy. The goofy Goldendoodle is determined to befriend her, but rescue puppy Lulu doesn’t know what to make of him. Happy-go-lucky Duncan loves rainbows and butterflies and ...
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A Basketball Wish
by Donna Christie
William loves the game of basketball. He has always dreamed of playing one day. But due to his medical condition, his dreams of ever playing basketball have been smashed. His mother, Iva was shocked when she overheard him talking about his dreams to ...
