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Six sheep sip thick shakes: and other tricky tongue twisters
By Steve Mack, Brian P Cleary. 2011
Want to try some tricky tongue twisters? Try these! She let the sheik sleep on the sleek sheet. Fred frowned…
and fled frantically when he found the flounder in his bed. Get ready to take on these and many more mouth manglers in this madcap book! How many can you say three times fast? Grades K-3 and older readers. 2011.What I see, I can be: a guided yoga flow for children
By Janet Williams, Mark Stanleigh, Korey McCumber. 2009
The first marathon: the legend of Pheidippides
By Susan Reynolds, Daniel Minter. 2006
Twenty-five hundred years ago, in ancient Greece, a small band of Greek soldiers faced the mighty Persian army on the…
plain of Marathon. A runner named Pheidippides ran to neighbouring Sparta, one hundred forty miles away, to ask for the Spartans' aid. Afterwards he sped back to the battle, where he helped defeat the enemy. Then the weary runner did his duty yet once more; he ran from Marathon to Athens to deliver the miraculous news of the Greek victory. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2006.What Is a Refugee?
By Elise Gravel. 2019
An accessible picture book that oh-so-simply and graphically introduces the term "refugee" to curious young children to help them better…
understand the world in which they live.Who are refugees? Why are they called that word? Why do they need to leave their country? Why are they sometimes not welcome in their new country? In this relevant picture book for the youngest children, author-illustrator Elise Gravel explores what it means to be a refugee in bold, graphic illustrations and spare text. This is the perfect tool to introduce an important and timely topic to children.Terry Fox and Me
By Mary Beth Leatherdale. 2020
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Terry Fox Marathon of Hope, this picture book biography tells the story of a…
friendship defined by strength and love.Before Terry Fox become a national hero and icon, he was just a regular kid. But even then, his characteristic strength, determination and loyalty were apparent and were the foundation for his friendship with Doug. The two first met at basketball tryouts in grammar school. Terry was the smallest - and worst - basketball player on the court. But that didn't stop him. With Doug's help, Terry practiced and practiced until he earned a spot on the team. As they grew up, the best friends supported each other, challenged each other, helped each other become better athletes and better people. Doug was by Terry's side every step of the way: when Terry received a diagnosis of cancer in his leg, when he was learning to walk - then run - with a prosthetic leg and while he was training for the race of his life, his Marathon of Hope. Written from Doug's perspective, this story shows that Terry Fox's legacy goes beyond the physical and individual accomplishments of a disabled athlete and honors the true value of friendship.The Stone Thrower: A Daughter's Lessons, a Father's Life
By Matt James, Jael Ealey Richardson. 2016
African-American football player Chuck Ealey grew up in a segregated neighborhood of Portsmouth, Ohio. Against all odds, he became an…
incredible quarterback. But despite his unbeaten record in high school and university, he would never play professional football in the United States. Chuck Ealey grew up poor in a racially segregated community, but his mother assured him that he wouldn't stay in Portsmouth forever. Education was the way out, and a football scholarship was the way to pay for that education. So despite the racist taunts he faced at all the games he played in high school, Chuck maintained a remarkable level of dedication and determination. And when discrimination followed him to university and beyond, Chuck Ealey remained undefeated. This inspirational story is told by Chuck Ealey's daughter, author and educator Jael Richardson, with striking and powerful illustrations by award-winning illustrator Matt James.Standing on Her Shoulders
By Monica Clark-Robinson. 2021
A stunning love letter to the important women who shape us -- from our own mothers and grandmothers to the…
legends who paved the way for girls and women everywhere.Standing on Her Shoulders is a celebration of the strong women who influence us -- from our mothers, sisters, aunts, and grandmothers to the women who fought for equality and acceptance in the United States.Monica Clark-Robinson's lyrical text encourages young girls to learn about the powerful and trailblazing women who laid the path for their own lives and empowers them to become role models themselves. Acclaimed illustrator Laura Freeman's remarkable art showcases a loving intergenerational family and encourages girls to find female heroes in their own lives.Standing on Her Shoulders will inspire girls of all ages to follow in the footsteps of these amazing women.The Bare Naked Book
By Kathy Stinson, Melissa Cho. 2021
Bodies, bodies! Big and small, short and tall, young and old—Every BODY is different! The Bare Naked Book has been…
a beloved fixture in libraries, classrooms, and at-home story times since its original publication in 1986. Now, this revised edition is ready to meet a new generation of readers. The text has been updated to reflect current understandings of gender and inclusion, which are also showcased in the brand-new, vibrant illustrations by Melissa Cho. Featuring a note from the author explaining the history of the book and the importance of this updated edition, readers will delight in this celebration of all kinds of bodies.Race with Me!
By Robert Budd, Andre De Grasse. 2021
A celebration of sport — and Andre De Grasse’s positive, winning attitudeEveryone gets nervous butterflies. I don’t let that feeling…
stop me.I love the feeling of being proud of myself. I can only feel it by trying my best.My butterflies just mean I am excited to run.Lace up your shoes and get ready for race day with Canada’s 2019 Athlete of the Year, Andre De Grasse!Find out what it was like for him as an underdog, and how he motivates himself to face every challenge, in this inspiring celebration of sport.Filled with full-colour photos and illustrations, this book covers themes of reflection, mindfulness and gratitude sure to motivate all kinds of readers.Princess Pru and the Ogre on the Hill
By Maureen Fergus, Danesh Mohiuddin. 2023
Just Like Grandma
By Kim Rogers, Julie Flett. 2023
In this lyrical picture book by Kim Rogers (Wichita), with illustrations by Boston Globe-Horn Book Honoree Julie Flett (Cree-Métis), Becca…
watches her grandma create, play, and dance—and she knows that she wants to be just like Grandma. Becca loves spending time with Grandma. Every time Becca says, “Let me try,” Grandma shows her how to make something beautiful. Whether they are beading moccasins, dancing like the most beautiful butterflies, or practicing basketball together, Becca knows that, more than anything, she wants to be just like Grandma. And as the two share their favorite activities, Becca discovers something surprising about Grandma. Features an author’s note and glossary.Cocoa Magic
By Sandra Bradley, Gabrielle Grimard. 2022
In a story where empathy and generosity shine as much as the tempered chocolates, eight-year-old Daniel learns from his chocolatier…
great-uncle and discovers how much comfort a small act of kindness can bringEvery Child Matters
By Phyllis Webstad, Karlene Harvey. 2023
Learn the meaning behind the phrase, 'Every Child Matters.' Orange Shirt Day founder, Phyllis Webstad, offers insights into this heartfelt…
movement. Every Child Matters honours the history and resiliency of Indigenous Peoples on Turtle Island and moves us all forward on a path toward Truth and Reconciliation. If you're a Residential School Survivor or an Intergenerational Survivor - you matter. For the children who didn't make it home - you matter. The child inside every one of us matters. Every Child Matters.The Perfect Sushi
By Emily Satoko Seo. 2023
Miko likes things to be perfect. When she makes lopsided sushi for her grandmother’s birthday, she replaces it with perfectly…
formed sushi created by a restaurant robot. Upon delivering her gift, Miko discovers that kokoro (heart) – not impeccability – is the key ingredient to the perfect present. Sprinkled with engaging onomatopoeia, this unique title is infused with Japanese culture and delivers a universal message about the value of intention. A do-it-yourself sushi recipe is included.How to Party Like a Snail
By Naseem Hrab. 2022