Diversity, equality and inclusion Books

How do desert animals and plants get their water? What animals live in the desert?Learn all about the desert and the species that call it home. This book is part of the Language Lizard Explore collection, which uses vibrant illustrations and simple...

"Beautiful messages with inspiring art!" - Zeynep E., Language Acquisition Specialist Who Are We? helps us to understand and appreciate the diversity in our community.  This multicultural book, part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony...

What instrument can be made from animal bone? Do you know there's an instrument shaped like a musical note? What instrument was created by African slaves to express themselves? Explore the answers to these questions and more with Musical...

The woods are full of secrets. When Wilda Silva, an eleven year old flutist, moves with her mother to the small Pacific Northwest town of Belfair, she must guard a few secrets of her own, like her mother's struggles with alcohol and the increasingly...

This book features children of many backgrounds, interests, and abilities because we believe it's important that a child sees themselves when they read a book. This book is a reminder that many people can love us. We don't have to be perfect. We can lose...

In the magical land of Everglade, gnomes of every color lived together in harmony, each contributing to the beauty of their surroundings. But when a wicked wizard threatened their land, the gnomes knew they needed to unite their colors to create a...

In March of 2020, teachers and students alike were forced to completely reimagine what "going to school" would look like in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Abruptly and without warning, students were told to gather their essential items and become...

DANGER! OPEN IF YOU DARE, says the ominous message written on a water park locker. As seasoned Waldameer detectives, Seth and Julia can't pass up a mystery, and they accept a secret mission from an unknown gamemaster. While the mission has them solving...

True friendship is a gift, a gift that all of us wish to receive. A true friend likes you for you, looks past your differences and embraces them. During childhood no gift is greater than having and being a true friend. Sometimes these friendships can...

With a can-do attitude, Cor Cor shows that with enough determination anything is possible. Cor Cor's readers learn about places around the world, as he explores exciting destinations from his wheelchair. Whether admiring the northern lights in...

The book follows Sami, a biracial baby, who grows up in a bicultural home mixed with Bangladeshi and American culture. The story embeds common Bangla transliterated words throughout Sami's nighttime routine. From the foods he eats (kichuri = a common...

As a child develops, they begin to form relationships with family and friends that help them build their self-esteem and set the stage for future growth, development, and social connections. Research shows that children derive a sense of pride,...

Little princesses everywhere will connect with Nora - an excitable little girl who can't sit still. Follow her journey navigating school structure and rules, while having a great need for movement.This story is helpful for any child dealing with...

Asher and Ella are twins who have always done everything together. However, when Ella starts noticing the differences in their interests and development due her her brothers neurodiversity, she isn't sure she wants to be around him as much. She starts...

Winner of the Creative Child Magazine's Book of the Year award!Robby the taxi has dyslexia, but he doesn't let that stand in the way of doing a great job driving riders all around the city. Even though he can't read the street signs, he has a wonderful...

Take kids on another adventure through the sights, smells, and sounds of eating sweet dim sum!Eat your way through another dim sum adventure filled with sweet treats and eats. Kids will learn about some typical dishes like egg tarts and will be able to...

Ezra lives in the Spooky House with his wonderful, silly, and magical family. As he introduces each member, Ezra shows that while they may be different, they are all loving and lovable. Full of color, magic, and authenticity, Ezra's Family in the Spooky...

Step into the enchanting world of Swedish Midsummer with Ebba and the Magical Midsummer Mayhem: A Summer Adventure in the Heart of Sweden, a collection of heartwarming tales set in the lush forests of Sweden! Each story brings to life the magic of...

Welcome to the heart of Sweden, where the magic of Midsummer comes alive in a collection of delightful tales for children! Join our charming characters as they embark on unforgettable Midsummer adventures filled with fun, friendship, and a dash of...

The trip through the rich and varied history of the African American community is called "Celebrating Our Roots: A Black History Month Adventure." This book provides a deeper understanding and appreciation of the contributions made by Black...

'ittle Bear travels the world in a Big Person's suitcase. While the Big Person works, she goes out on adventures of her own. As she travels, she experiences the wonderful things that one does when traveling (new places, exciting sights, new food,...

Enjoy this everyday adventure series about Grandma & Her Munchkins.  Profitez de cette série d'aventures quotidiennes avec Mémé et ses Petits-tout. In this issue grandma and her munchkins play in the garden. Dans cette édition, Mémé et ses...

Enjoy this everyday adventure series about Grandma & Her Munchkins.  Profitez de cette série d'aventures quotidiennes avec Mémé et ses Petits-tout. In this issue grandma and her munchkins learn about the seasons and their festivals. Dans cette...

The stranger in Puzzle Town has everyone talking. When he gets off the bus, his frumpy old suitcase simply says Kevin. He looks normal, but in a town where everybody has knobs, Kevin has no knobs! He is too different! Where can he live? Who would ever...

Each year millions of animals are killed or maimed by forest fires. Houses are destroyed and people are left homeless or trapped by the hot blazing heat.Morgan, a North American porcupine, born in the hills of the Adirondacks awoke one morning to the...

I Am A Bold Asian BoyI am a bold, beautiful and brilliant Asian boy! Follow a journey of confidence and positive affirmations as our narrator discovers his strength, courage, and cultural identity. This bold Asian boy dreams big and plans to discover the...

It's time to find a book boyfriend worth falling for.If you want to read about heroines who are real and honest and flawed, guys who are strong, and sweet and charming, The Complete Pen Pal Romance Series is the book bundle for you.Packed with...

Kobe shares a special handshake with his dad-it's their little secret that always brings smiles. But when the smiles start to fade, and the handshake loses its warmth, Kobe feels a growing sadness."Kobe's Special Handshake" is a touching story of a young...

Samantha Selim's saga continues in the sequel to If Water Were Fire, as she enters her sophomore year at Balboa Bay High School. While she nominally retains her title as Ryan's girlfriend, Samantha challenges the boundaries of what a committed...

What if the one element that has always defined you as a geeky outcast has the potential to catapult you into being the next big thing?A Black girl adopted into a White family, Jodie has always felt out of place, especially at her mainly middle-class,...

Little Jaida has so many questions.The year 2020 seems to be in chaos, and she doesn't understand what's going on.She sees people on the TV shouting, "Black Lives Matter!" and she wonders what it means.There's also something called coronavirus stopping...

La dyslexie est un trouble d'apprentissage qui rend la lecture, l'écriture et l'orthographe difficiles. Elle n'a rien à voir avec l'intelligence. Une personne sur cinq a la dyslexie. Apprenez comment la dyslexie est identifiée et quelles sortes de...

Enjoy this everyday adventure series about Grandma & Her Munchkins.   Profitez de cette série d'aventures quotidiennes avec Mémé et ses Petits-tout. In this issue grandma and her munchkins enjoy winter activities around town. ...

Piper the Pufferfish has an emergency and she needs your help! Her friends have come to play with her, but she can't because she has inflated like a big balloon. Her friends are sure she's trying to scare away a shark....but...

Do you have strong memories of the past? Do certain sights or smells transport you back in time? How do you share your stories and connect them to the present time?Moments in Time - Memories of East Vancouver is a book about being a child in the 1970's...

The book introduces commonly used words and greetings to kids in 15 different languages. Great reading material for young children to explore different cultures and foreign languages.Beautiful, widespread watercolour illustrations on each page.Non-roman...

Just like a heartwarming Christmas advert in a story book!Rinkle is a pet rabbit who gets lost while playing when her cage is being cleaned out. She is frightened. lonely and helpless. Rinkle finds herself in Enderby Wood, where she hopes the wild...

Teach your child about diversity, equality and inclusion⭐ Explores differences in origin, housing, abilities, appearance, family units, culture and more, gently helping children to think about how they are different from, and similar to other...

Drawing from her experiences as the parent of a beautiful, talented and intelligent child with Down Syndrome, author Tanya Salmon celebrates seeing the beauty behind the things that often separate children with Down Syndrome from their "typically...

Welcome to France! Imani Smiles and her family travel to Paris, the city of light, where she meets new friends Chance & Claire, tries on berets, enjoys croissants, and is dazzled by the view from the Eiffel Tower. Oh, and they also save the...

Have you ever felt like a lost sock? Follow Stan in his journey from the washer to the dryer. Not only does he make new friends, but he also learns the value of teamwork and that no two socks are alike.

This book is Dyslexic inclusive; it is printed in a font that everyone can read, including people with dyslexia.What if you had a real Dinosaur? What would you be able to do? Go on a journey of imagination about what could happen and what you could do if...

It's 1968, a turbulent time in America's history. The violent deaths of Dr. Martin Luther King and Robert F. Kennedy change everything, including the relationship between two best friends who are Black and White. How will a hike on the last day of summer...

Being Different is the Name of the Game is story for children to identify differences in the animals. Read along as each character embraces their uniqueness and creates a community of friendship, acceptance, and a celebration of distinct qualities.

Snacks and Wiggles are on a journey, snacking and dancing through their day to understand where they came from and why they are different from some of their friends. From Mommy's northern Maine woods to Daddy's Jamaican beaches, they will explore...