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Stormy seas: stories of young boat refugees
By Mary Beth Leatherdale. 2017
The plight of refugees risking their lives at sea has, unfortunately, made the headlines all too often in the past…
few years. This book presents five true stories, from 1939 to today, about young people who lived through the harrowing experience of setting sail in search of asylum: Ruth and her family board the St. Louis to escape Nazism; Phu sets out alone from war-torn Vietnam; José tries to reach the United States from Cuba; Najeeba flees Afghanistan and the Taliban; and after losing his family, Mohamed abandons his village on the Ivory Coast in search of a new life. Grades 4-7. Winner of the 2018 Silver Birch Non-Fiction Honour Book Award. 2017.Pride: celebrating diversity & community
By Robin Stevenson. 2016
For lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people around the world, Pride is both protest and celebration. It's about embracing diversity.…
It's about fighting for freedom and equality. It's about history, and it's about the future. It's about all of us. Grades 4-7. 2016.In Flanders fields: the story of the poem by John McCrae
By Linda Granfield, John McCrae. 1996
The poem "In Flanders Fields" is one of the most famous war poems ever written. This book contains the poem,…
as well as the story of John McCrae, the Canadian doctor who wrote it, and how it came to be written. Grades 2-4.Garbage delight
By Dennis Lee, Frank Newfeld. 1977
Can your smartphone change the world? (PopActivism)
By Erinne Paisley. 2017
"Can Your Smartphone Change the World?" is a twenty-first-century guide for anyone who has access to a smartphone. This how-to…
manual looks at specific ways you can create social change through the tap of a screen. Filled with examples of successful hashtag campaigns, viral videos and new socially conscious apps, the book provides practical advice for using your smartphone as a tool for social justice. For junior and senior high readers. 2017.What If Soldiers Fought with Pillows?: True Stories of Imagination and Courage
By Heather Camlot. 2020
What if the impossible were actually possible? What if we turned our dreams into action? What if our imagination could…
help solve real-world crises, like war, famine, and human rights violations? Through a series of seemingly whimsical questions, this middle-grade nonfiction book introduces readers to people and organizations that are subverting violence, war, and totalitarian power. What if soldiers refused to carry weapons? What if fighter pilots dropped seeds instead of bombs? What if music could be a creative force for democracy? None of these ideas are impossible—in fact, they are all true historical examples of ideas that have been put into action. Accessible, engaging text introduces a different question and example on each spread. Evocative conceptual illustrations provide a light-hearted reminder of the power of imagination. This timely book encourages readers to think critically and dare to ask big questions, which might just change the world.Stories of the Saints: Bold and Inspiring Tales of Adventure, Grace, and Courage
By Carey Wallace. 2020
Performing Miracles. Facing Wild Lions. Confronting Demons. Transforming the World. From Augustine to Mother Teresa, officially canonized as St. Teresa…
of Calcutta, discover seventy of the best-known and best-loved saints and read their riveting stories. Meet Joan of Arc, whose transcendent faith compelled her to lead an army when the king’s courage failed. Francis of Assisi, whose gentleness tamed a man-eating wolf. Valentine, a bishop in the time of ancient Rome, who spoke so often of Christ’s love that his saint’s day, February 12, has been associated with courtly love since the Middle Ages. St. Thomas Aquinas, the great teacher. Peter Claver, who cared for hundreds of thousands of people on slave ships after their voyage as captives. And Bernadette, whose vision of Mary instructed her to dig the spring that became the healing waters of Lourdes. Each saint is illustrated in a dramatic and stylized full-color portrait, and included in every entry are the saint’s dates, location, emblems, feast days, and patronage. Taken together, these stories create a rich, inspiring, and entertaining history of faith and courage. For kids age 10 and up. A perfect gift for Confirmation.Trending: How and Why Stuff Gets Popular
By Kira Vermond, Clayton Hanmer. 2020
Fads and trends: How do they start? Why do they spread? And how deep can their impact be? Although trends…
might seem trivial, if you dig deeper, you’ll find that our desire to chase the next big thing can have an even bigger impact than expected. Established middle-grade author Kira Vermond and cartoonist Clayton Hanmer team up in this fun and accessible nonfiction look at fads. In four short chapters, the book explores what a fad is, how the latest crazes catch on, and what makes us jump on the bandwagon. Finally, it looks at the fascinating and even frightening effects of fads both modern and historic. Who knew the beaver pelt craze in 17th century Europe would change ecosystems, start wars, and disrupt life as people knew it? Comic-strip illustrations, an upbeat tone, and reader-friendly text make this a fun and timely tool for young readers who are building critical-thinking skills in the age of fake news and a world gone viral.This Is Your Brain on Stereotypes: How Science Is Tackling Unconscious Bias
By Tanya Lloyd Kyi, Drew Shannon. 2020
An essential overview of the science behind stereotypes: from why our brains form them to how recognizing them can help…
us be less biased. From the time we're babies, our brains constantly sort and label the world around us --- a skill that's crucial for our survival. But, as adolescents are all too aware, there's a tremendous downside: when we do this to groups of people it can cause great harm. Here's a comprehensive introduction to the science behind stereotypes that will help young people make sense of why we classify people, and how we can change our thinking. It covers the history of identifying stereotypes, secret biases in our brains, and how stereotypes affect our sense of self. Most importantly, it covers current research into how science can help us overcome our biases, offering hope for a future where stereotypes are less prevalent and the world is more fair for everyone. Written by award-winning author Tanya Lloyd Kyi, this timely and hopeful book addresses the issues of discrimination, racism, sexism, ableism and homophobia and offers concrete suggestions on how to make change. It uses scientific inquiry and loads of relatable and interesting examples to explore these uncomfortable topics in age-appropriate and engaging ways. Chapters, sidebars and colorful illustrations break the text into manageable chunks. Besides the many ways this book could be used to inspire frank and in-depth discussions on the importance of addressing stereotypes and bias, it also links to many science and social studies curriculum topics. Backmatter includes an extensive list of sources, suggestions for further reading and an index.Born in Canada to parents who emigrated from the Caribbean, P.K. Subban is a remarkable athlete and role model. A…
talent on the ice, playing for some of the best teams in the NHL, P.K. has set records and won the Norris Trophy, the highest honour in hockey for a defenceman. Often the centre of controversy, at one time named one of the most hated hockey players in the NHL for his outspoken attitude, he is the pride of many fans across Canada and a hero to young athletes of colour. His stand against racism relies more on actions to support others than on relating his own experiences. He is known to have made the largest donation to charity by a Canadian athlete in history, and works to build an understanding between at-risk youth and law enforcement across North America. P.K.'s story has evolved into an incredible family story of three first-generation-born-in-Canada brothers who, starting with P.K., all were drafted into the NHL. P.K. and his siblings were brought up to work hard to make their dreams come true by a father who taught in one of the toughest neighbourhoods in Toronto. A philanthropic thinker, a media favourite and force to be reckoned with on the ice — this is P.K. Subban.Finding Home: The Journey of Immigrants and Refugees (Orca Think #1)
By Jen Sookfong Lee, Drew Shannon. 2021
What drives people to search for new homes? From war zones to politics, there are many reasons why people have…
always searched for a place to call home. In Finding Home: The Journey of Immigrants and Refugees we discover how human migration has shaped our world. We explore its origins and the current issues facing immigrants and refugees today, and we hear the first-hand stories of people who have moved across the globe looking for safety, security and happiness. Author Jen Sookfong Lee shares her personal experience of growing up as the child of immigrants and gives a human face to the realities of being an immigrant or refugee today.La femme cent couleurs (Poésie)
By Lorrie Jean-Louis. 2021
Cent ou sans. Qu'importe. La mémoire appelle les origines, mêlant temps, histoires, langues, races et couleurs. La révolte gronde :…
"être une femme est un programme à réviser constamment." La femme cent couleurs clame le chant de l'Amérique à brûler ou à naître. Tentant l'expérience neuve et fragile des vents, une voix susurre que "les fantômes ne dorment pas"Submersible: poésie
By Carolanne Foucher. 2022
ma psy dit que / c’est pas une dépression / c’est une mauvaise passe / qui s’explique par les événements…
// je voudrais passer à autre chose /sincèrement / je voudrais être heureuse / abracadabra / je vais mieux // c’est juste une mauvaise passe / c’est pas contagieux le suicide de quelqu’un qu’on aime / ça fait juste très très malVif oubli (Poésie)
By David Goudreault. 2022
Vif oubli est un bilan des pertes dans un monde qui persiste à détruire ce qui reste d'humanité. Scènes du…
quotidien, portraits d'hommes et de femmes abîmé.es par la vie se fracassent les uns les autres, ouvrant la mémoire du deuil autant que la saison de 'espoir. Les passifs s'accumulent : peur, harcèlement, violence, colère, drogue, détresse. Demeure le poème, dit Goudreault, regard acharné, prêt à trouver de la beauté partout : célébrer ce qui sauveMusique (Poésie)
By Stéfanie Tremblay. 2022
Fin des années 1990, Stéfanie Tremblay prend des milliers de photographies de la scène punk-rock de Jonquière, une petite ville…
industrielle. Vingt-cinq ans plus tard, devenue artiste visuelle et autrice, elle propose avec Musique un retour poétique sur ses années de jeunesse et de rage, loin des grands centres, bien avant Facebook. C'est un regard féminin sur une histoire adolescente nord-américaine : le machisme du rock, la violence de la drogue et la tristesse des banlieues, mais aussi les amours immenses, la tendresse infinie et le devenir artisteMarche à voix basse: poèmes (Série QR #no 167)
By Nelly Desmarais. 2022
Quand j'ai emménagé coin Cuvillier et Sainte-Catherine, dans Hochelaga, je pensais avoir tout gâché, tout perdu. Autour de mon appartement,…
il y avait les ouvrières et les enfants d'autrefois, il y avait les filles de la rue, leur présence comme une menace, mais aussi un mystère, un espoir. Un jour je descendrais les rejoindre, pour de bonLa pluie des autres
By Daphné B.. 2022
Comment sauver une amie sans risquer sa propre vie ? Une nouvelle voisine, aperçue de loin, s'absente de l'école. Très…
tôt, se dessine chez la narratrice l'envie de la connaître et de la sauver de sa mystérieuse maladie. Elle-même aux prises avec l'amour blessant de sa mère, la narratrice tente de départager son amitié et son amour pour Alejandra, atteinte d'un trouble alimentaire qui l'efface peu à peu du monde. La pluie des autres est un recueil dur, rempli d'images magnifiques et qui explore les fragiles limites entre l'amitié et l'amour, entre la vie, la survie et la mortFlipping Forward Twisting Backward
By Alma Fullerton. 2022
A diagnosis of dyslexia could change everything for an aspiring fifth-grade gymnast struggling at school in this authentic, high-energy novel…
in verse. The print edition of this title is set in a font developed to be easy to read.The gym is where Claire shines and she’s on her way to qualifying for the state championships. But at school, she’s known as a troublemaker—which is fine with her since it helps her hide her reading problem. Claire has never been able to make sense of the wobbling jumble of letters on a page.When a sympathetic principal wonders if she’s acting out because she may have dyslexia, she’s stunned. Claire has always assumed she’s dumb, so she’s eager to get evaluated. But her mother balks. Afraid Claire will be labeled “stupid,” she refuses testing. Can Claire take on both her reading challenges and her mother’s denial? Is it worth jeopardizing her dream of the state championships?Told in clear and poignant verse and featuring black and white illustrations, Claire’s struggle with something that seems to come easily to everyone else will resonate with readers and have them cheering her on.Nous ne sommes pas des fées
By Louise Dupré. 2022
Deux femmes s'écrivent. Ouanessa Younsi, née d'une mère québécoise et d'un père algérien, représente la nouvelle génération de poètes québécoises.…
Louise Dupré, marquée par le bouillonnement de la Révolution tranquille, est l'autrice d'une œuvre considérable. Les deux se racontent. "Nous ne sommes pas des fées" met en dialogue deux générations et expériences. Chemins d'amitié et de poésie entre femmesBesties (Fuwa fuwa)
By Alexandra Campeau. 2022
Besties raconte à la manière d'une courtepointe les souvenirs d'une amitié qui n'en est plus une. La jeune narratrice rejoue…
les événements et tente d'expliquer pourquoi celle qu'elle considérait comme sa sœur de cœur ne fait plus partie de sa vie. En menant une enquête à travers les hauts et les bas de leur relation, elle cherche surtout à guérir sa peine pour s'épanouir en tant que femme