Kids’ Books

Khadija and the Elephant Toothpaste Experiment

By Farah Qaiser and Hajer Nakua; Natalya Tariq (ill.)

Khadija and the Elephant Toothpaste Experiment offers an example of what happens when, contrary to conventional wisdom, you try something at home. The picture book illustrates how children can find their passion through play, and ... Read More »

February 28, 2024 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books

★ K Is in Trouble

By Gary Clement

On at least one book website you will find Gary Clement’s debut graphic novel, inspired by the writing and childhood of Franz Kafka, tagged under “Social Themes: Self-Esteem; Self-Reliance.” It’s a classification that almost certainly ... Read More »

February 21, 2024 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

★ A Garden Called Home

By Jessica J. Lee and Elaine Chen (ill.)

Jessica J. Lee’s debut picture book, A Garden Called Home, is a love story for children of the diaspora. This picture book explores the precious bond between a mother and daughter, and also asks, where ... Read More »

February 14, 2024 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books

The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey

By Chad Soon and George Chiang; Amy Qi (ill.)

The Longest Shot tells the story of Larry Kwong, who grew up in Chinatown in Vernon, B.C., during the 1920s and 30s, and became the first Asian player in the NHL in 1948. His is ... Read More »

January 31, 2024 | Filed under: Children and YA Non-fiction, Kids’ Books

The Haunting of Adrian Yates

By Markus Harwood-Jones

Adrian Yates is used to fading into the background, especially at home, where his dads are too busy arguing to pay him any attention. Drifting listlessly through mundane summer days, the only thing tethering Adrian ... Read More »

December 13, 2023 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

★ Mehndi Boy

By Zain Bandali and Jani Balakumar (ill.)

A paean to the richness of culture and the inclusivity of art, Mehndi Boy by debut author Zain Bandali is a captivating early chapter book that is as intricate and lush as the henna that ... Read More »

December 12, 2023 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

★ All the Faces of Me

By Laura Alary and Salini Perera (ill.)

In October, a fresh social-emotional learning book landed on bookshelves, joining the ranks of modern classics such as Danielle Daniel’s Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox and The Boy with Big, Big Feelings by Britney ... Read More »

December 11, 2023 | Filed under: Kids’ Books, Picture Books

Lost Time

By Tas Mukanik

Montreal-based creator Tas Mukanik’s debut children’s graphic novel is action-packed, and sure to appeal to the dinosaur-obsessed kid on everyone’s list. Lost Time is a vibrant read largely focused on a single human character: Evie, ... Read More »

December 6, 2023 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

Iz the Apocalypse

By Susan Currie

In Susan Currie’s contemporary teen novel Iz the Apocalypse, readers meet Isabelle Beaufort, an eighth grader within the foster care system. In her 14 years, Iz has already been shuttled between 26 foster homes and ... Read More »

December 5, 2023 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

Mall Goth

By Kate Leth

What do you do if you’re a very out bisexual goth teen starting at a new high school? You could lay low for a while, go easy on the black clothes and eyeliner, and quietly ... Read More »

December 4, 2023 | Filed under: Children and YA Fiction, Kids’ Books

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