All special in their own ways, all living in harmony―until one day, a Red says "Reds are the best!" and starts a color kerfuffle. When the colors decide to separate, is there anything that can change their minds? A Yellow, a Blue, and a never-before-seen color might just save the day in this inspiring book about color, tolerance, and embracing differences.(Family and Well-Being)

Miya loves her school, and she especially loves storytime. But one day, her teacher shares a painful history: a story about a little girl who was taken away to a residential school. The little girl wasn’t allowed to go home, her hair was cut, and she wasn't allowed to keep her favourite doll. She was separated from her family simply because she was Indigenous―just like Miya! Miya worries the same thing will happen to her today. Her mom comforts her, explaining that Indigenous boys and girls are no longer forced to leave their families. While Miya is relieved, the weight of this history leaves her sad and confused. How can a child safely navigate these big feelings? Perfect for reading on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, this deeply moving and inclusive story models healthy coping strategies for children dealing with heavy historical truths. It answers a vital Call to Action for modern education, providing a bridge to discuss intergenerational trauma with empathy, care, and hope for a better future. (Culture and Community)

A khimar is a flowing scarf that my mommy wears. Before she walks out the door each day, she wraps one around her head. (Family and Well-Being)

A khimar is a flowing scarf that my mommy wears. Before she walks out the door each day, she wraps one around her head. A young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves, feeling her mother’s love with every one she tries on. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life.(Family and Well-Being)

A day in the life of a girl with two moms.(Family and Well-Being)

Un livre à explorer du bout des doigts pour apprendre l'alphabet, les chiffres, les formes, les couleurs, les contraires et les émotions.(French)

Caroline Jayne Church revient avec une histoire émouvante qui prouve que peu importe à quel point les choses changent dans la vie, une chose dure pour toujours: l’amour d’un parent. Avec le style artistique caractéristique de Caroline et ses rimes réconfortantes, cette histoire est destinée à résister à l’épreuve du temps.

Tajalli, Mujtaba, and Aasiya just want a break from adult conversations. They go to check out the old garden in their new mosque building, and end up making a new friend and learning an important lesson about caring for the earth. (Family and Well-Being)

There's a moose in the backyard! Luke's mom and dad want to shoo it away, but the moose has other plans. (Animals)

This breakthrough picture book about a deaf child works so well that you wonder why there aren't lots more books like it... With clear line-and-watercolor pictures, the precise hand shapes, movements, and facial expressions of American Sign Language (ASL) are a natural part of the story... Deaf children will welcome this joyful story that talks, without condescension, about the fun they have. Hearing kids, too, will want to learn some of the sign language, and with the help of an adult, they can practice the hand alphabet shown at the back of the book. (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

Bruce's dinner recipe calls for eggs. But when the eggs call back, this grumpy bear is in for an unwelcome surprise... (Animals)

With cranes arms to lift, buckets to tip, bay hales to haul, and fascinating facts to discover, this unique book is perfect for young children who love trucks. (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

It was the first day of school. But even the kindergarteners of room 2B could tell something was seriously wrong. . . . Where was the teacher? Who left this sandwich on the desk? The only clue, written on the chalkboard, were three simple letters: Mr. S (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

Stimulate your child's senses - right in your own backyard! Steer your little ones away from their screens and into the outdoors with projects designed to spark their insight, dexterity, and imagination: Just add mud! With parenting blogger Sophie Pickle's expert guidance, you'll transform your backyard into a lively space where your children can experiment with different textures - there's even a taste-safe alternative! - and understand the wonderful world around them. Using natural ingredients that are on-hand or easily obtainable, you'll help your kids explore concepts like environmentalism, culinary science, creativity, and math, while never losing sight of all the delightful sensory stimulation. Bond over the sheer fun of Shape Play, or try out Muddy River for an introduction to physics. Watch them delight in creating their own food station, with projects like Juice Bar and Mud Café. Better yet, help them build the blocks of critical thinking and observational skills, with activities like Mud Investigation and Mini Beast Hunt. With Mud Kitchen Crafts, education meets fun in a major way.

Enjoy this mud kitchen set with a recipe book containing make-believe outdoor recipes, foraging activities and nature craft ideas.

Foraged Feasts and Nature Trail Treats Mud Kitchen Recipes is a fun book for children containing made-believe outdoor recipes, foraging activities, and nature craft ideas. This book is designed to nurture creativity, encourage outdoor play, and promote the following: sensory learning, social & emotional development, literacy & numeracy, motor skills, methodological and organizational skills.

The Essence of Effective and Engaging Literacy Learning K-2: What We Really Know! Multiple Paths to Literacy K–2 Proven High-Yield Strategies to Scaffold Engaging Literacy Learning across the Curriculum Inquiry, Play, Art, Technology, and Self-Regulation through Intentional Teaching Multiple Paths to Literacy K-2 (2016), Miriam’s latest book, equips teachers of young children with practical high-yield strategies, assessment tools, and motivating activities, all steeped in strong research and easily applicable in all kinds of learning environments. Included are many authentic writing samples, photos, mini-lessons, engaging activities and teacher stories that truly enliven the instructional methods. (Parent Resource)

Join Murray and Bird for their outdoor adventure!(Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

Shake, rattle, and roll with this fun instrumental kit.

There are lots of ways little hands can make music. The only thing this band needs is YOU!

Wellness expert Mallika Chopra speaks to a younger audience in this new picture book about feeling emotions in your body through color. Did you know that your body is absolutely amazing? It can do so many things at the same time, explore the world both inside and outside, and help you feel the feelings deep down inside. When you start to feel big feelings, it's helpful to use colors, words, and breath to explore your body and to make yourself calmer and more at peace.(Family and Well-Being)

How to teach kids about emotions and feelings? Like teaching them everything else - using clear words, familiar situations, exciting pictures and a lot of hands-on activities (games, puzzles, coloring pages, etc.) One can, of course, spend time and find various resources online. Or one can get just one book.This book is an excellent educational source that has is all. The book includes a cute story that kids can relate to, beautiful illustrations that capture children's attention, calming-down activities for kids, instructions to adults on the follow-up activities, emotions cards, feelings cards, coloring pages and related short stories to teach kids empathy.(Family and Well-Being)

A read-aloud of a story about big and little animals. (Animals)

Explore Canada right from your armchair! My Canada is a whimsical, informative introduction to our country from sea to sea. Each province and territory has its own full-colour map packed with iconic landmarks, places of interest, key lakes and rivers, animals, and much more. Start your ultimate cross-country adventure by exploring Canada one map at a time and discover what makes Canada unique. (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

Jamie describes his mood throughout the day, using colors and rhythmic text, as he changes from an easy green mood while drawing a picture to a brooding black mood when he is teased. (Family and Well-Being)