Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
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The Butterbean Balls Came Yesterday
by John H. Atwood and Jenean Atwood Baynes
When Pincher Dushkin asks Ushkin Dushkin for help with a surplus of butterbean balls, Ushkin has the chance to help his neighbor. Instead, he chooses to walk away. In the end, Ushkin learns that it’s good to help your neighbors when asked, and...
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The Jumbled Jewels
by David Gorman
Seth and Julia Ambrose are pros at solving mysteries at their favorite amusement park. But can Julia solve her biggest mystery yet without her big brother? After finding a ruby at Waldameer, Julia and her friends are soon searching the concession...
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My Three Best Friends
by Shannon Boughen
Linkin has three best friends. They couldn't be more different than him: Joey is a free spirit who never ties his shoes and loves to draw on everything. Sadie never wears matching colours and has older siblings. Amelia matches all the time but...
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Doodle's Wish
by Olivia Johnson
Doodle is a sweet, kind-hearted little hedgehog who takes in the magnificence of the day from sunrise to sunset and is blessed to see the first falling star, and makes a wish that just might change the world.
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One of a Kind Kid
A Journey with ADHD by Nancy Anderson
Being a kid with ADHD can be hard. There are so many things in the world to explore! How can anyone sit still for even a minute? The one-of-a-kind kid has trouble with this, but all his energy makes life so much more interesting. He is great at...
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If Grandpa Were Here
A Book of Memories and Lasting Love by Amber L. Bradbury
If Grandpa were here, what would you do with him today? Would you go for a ride in his truck? Would you help him fix your bike? Or maybe share an ice cream sundae after a hike? If Grandpa Were Here: A Book of Memories and Lasting Love describes,...
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Pickles on Pizza
by Amanda Leigh
When an unexpected call from the local pickle factory interrupts pizza night at Maplewood Fire Station, firefighters Amanda, Phil, TJ, Chris, and Captain Frank spring into action. With the blaze controlled and a surprise gift in hand, can Amanda...
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Share Your SPARK!
by Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta
Inside each of us, is a spark that can be used to bring light and love to others. Share Your SPARK! brings to life the magic and wonder of Camp Kindle, a children's cancer camp in Water Valley, Alberta. The story, inspired by the Legend of the...
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I Want You To Be You
by L. Robin
I want you to be happy But it’s okay if you’re sad. I wish for your excitement. But you might just feel mad. Written in rhyming verse, this colourful and endearing picture book, with colouring pages at the back, is perfect for children and their...
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Quel genre de maladie a oncle Jean ?
by Sharon Simon
Oncle Jean est à l'hôpital parce qu'il est malade. Mais il ne fait pas de fièvre et n'a ni mal au ventre, ni le nez qui coule. Alors... quel genre de maladie a oncle Jean ? Dans cette conversation affectueuse entre une mère et son fils, l'enfant...