The Adventures of Leo and Fancy by Rosa Smith follows the exploits of Fancy the dog and Leo the cat. The two are both strays wandering the streets, trying to evade animal control. This unlikely pair get together and help each other out in times...

We often delay talking about illness and death with children. It is normal not to worry them unduly, but they need to be informed about possible real-life situations to avoid confusion should these arise. This will enable them to externalize their doubts and fears. Ice...

In Which Bird Are You? by Merrick Rosenberg, the Grade 5 class of Galen Elementary was on its way to Camp Discovery. It was an annual event and something all the juniors looked forward to. It was a time to learn away from the classroom,...

Moody Moody Cars by Eileen Kennedy-Moore is an absolute delight. Kids that love cars will enjoy the many different vehicles depicted. Pareidolia, which is our tendency to see faces in objects, is used to great effect in this rhyming story. Each spread includes a clever...

Children should connect more with nature. Understanding the diversity among living things will allow them to see life differently and they will be able to interact with their environment appropriately. They will also appreciate the role of people in the world. All Life Matters reminds...

Girls Can by Deb Preston, with illustrations by James Henry Dufresne, is a creative book that presents and celebrates girl power. Deb shouts from the rooftop, along with the outstanding and engaging illustrations that let it be known that girls can do anything! Girls are...

Brown Bear and Oofie Present: The Loss of a Loved One by Masami S.C. is a children’s social issues book that would appeal mainly to an audience of parents, guardians, and child caregivers who want a way to help a child understand death and the...

The Golden Bowl: A Book To Help Children Cope with Grief is a beautiful Christian children’s book by Linda Matesa with illustrations by Oksana Kindzer. This illuminating story sheds light on the difficult subject of grieving and loss gently and lovingly. A mother explains to...

All Hair Best by Elizabeth Stoops is a picture book for young children from ages 3-to 7, representing the different hair types and styles. The book shows children of all races and hair types at home, at school, and in the park. The children in...

Children face challenges all the time, both at school and at home. Emotional intelligence will help them to act appropriately as they will no longer feel frustrated or misunderstood. Emotional intelligence is being able to understand and channel emotions effectively. If kids learn to express...