And Tango Makes Three – Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson
A story about two male penguins who get an egg from the zookeeper and raise it together.
Happy Dreamer – Peter H. Reynolds
Remind kids that they are amazing with this book.
I am Not a Number – Jenny Kay Dupuis and Kathy Kacer
The story of eight-year old Irene’s experience in a residential school. When returning home for the summer, her parents decide to keep her at home. Will there be repercussions?
Malala, a Brave Girl from Pakistan / Iqbal, a Brave Boy from Pakistan: Two stories of Bravery – Jeanette Winter.
A book to introduce courage to children and also speak towards social advocacy.
Spark! – Jenny Offill
Perfect book for students who love animals. When the narrator orders a sloth for a pet, they quickly realize that Sparky isn’t much fun at all! Still, there’s something everyone loves about Sparky!
The Book with No Pictures – B.J. Novak
A book with no pictures but hilarious words. Turn yourself into a comedian by reading this aloud to your students.
The Most Magnificent Thing – Ashley Sprires
A middle school friendly book. Good book about perseverance and getting over your frustration and anger.
The Tantrum that Saved the World – Megan Herbert & Michael E. Mann
A picture book for any age. A light way to introduce a heavy topic to students. Covers the topic of Climate Change.
We are all Dots: A Big Plan for a Better World. – Carolina Zanotti and Giancarlo Macri
Great student-friendly book about diversity and differences in one another. Simple drawings with a strong message.
When I was Eight – Christy Jordan-Fenton and Margaret Pokiak-Fenton
A kid-friendly story about residential school.