Tag: children’s book

This June 21st, join Samantha Beynon and Strong Nations Publishing at the Royal BC Museum for the official launch of Celebrating Potlatches! This beautiful picture book, illustrated by Carla Joseph, recounts the 1885 Potlatch ban and the resilience of the communities Go to full post …read more

What does it mean to vote? How do you conduct a civil debate? What are the biggest issues the next generation will face when it’s their turn at the ballot box?

It’s a big day in politics, no matter where you Go to full post …read more

How do we approach talking to children about complex topics like social justice? We turn to books of course! Rife with beautiful illustrations and rhythmic stories that are easy to follow, children’s books are the perfect way to introduce kids to Go to full post …read more

We share some locally-published, esteemed titles that will help to make Indigenous voices a regular part of every reading journey.Go to full post …read more

The four authors performing at our Kids Read Local event at Word Vancouver on September 24, 2017 answered some burning questions we had. Go to full post …read more

BC’s young readers’ choice award, the Chocolate Lily Award, was awarded in three categories on June 9Go to full post …read more

A beautifully illustrated children’s story written by acclaimed Canadian author Roderick Haig-Brown, Alison’s Fishing Birds is the story of a young girl’s encounter with some of BC’s most intriguing river birds. Go to full post …read more

This unique picture book was inspired by the stone artwork of Syrian artist Nizar Ali Badr, discovered by the author Margariet Ruurs.Go to full post …read more