November 3, 2020
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
February 6, 2019
Pick up these festive new books to commemorate the Lunar New Year.Go to full post …read more
November 22, 2018
Whether you’re scrambling to find a last-minute gift for a niece or nephew, or simply looking to read something lighthearted yourself, these whimsical kids books are the perfect fit for the holidays.Go to full post …read more
February 8, 2018
Chinese New Year is a popular and well-known holiday, but like Christmas or Halloween, it grew out of history and stories. Jen Sookfong Lee helps young readers understand Chinese New Year and what makes Chinese culture unique.Go to full post …read more
December 22, 2017
Speaking Our Truth: A Journey of Reconciliation by Monique Gray Smith (Orca Book Publishers) teaches young readers about the lives of Survivors of the Residential School system and the lack of understanding of the historical and current impact of those schools. Go to full post …read more
September 23, 2017
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
September 18, 2017
With two multi-day festivals in Vancouver, and two multi-day festivals on the Island, it’s a busy week for literary events. Go to full post …read more
Word Vancouver runs from September 19-24, 2017 and there are lots of great authors reading. Here is a roundup of some we highly recommend checking out.Go to full post …read more