Review by Lauren Hathaway
We all go through moments where we feel gloomy, down, or like we’ve lost the spring in our step. These feelings inspire the premise of What’s Up, Maloo? … More What’s Up, Maloo? by Geneviève Godbout
Review by Verena Rodriguez
Ho’onani wants to sing the traditional Hawaiian hula chant at her school festival, but there is one little problem: She is not a kane (boy). However, she doesn’t feel quite like a wahine (girl) either, so when her teacher opens auditions for everyone, Ho’onani is ready to participate enthusiastically. … More Ho’onani Hula Warrior by Heather Gale, Illus. by Mika Song
Review by Elizabeth Leung
Anyone who has ever found it challenging to pick their favourite of something—whether it’s a book, movie, colour, or food—will resonate with Kelsey Garrity-Riley’s protagonist in Frankie’s Favorite Food. … More Frankie’s Favorite Food by Kelsey Garrity-Riley
Review by Jocelyne Gregory
A Teddy Bear’s work is never done. Teddy Bear of The Year tells us the story of Teddy Bear, Ollie, and his human, Amena. … More Teddy Bear of the Year by Vikki VanSickle, Illus. by Sydney Hanson
Review by Emily Anctil
In You’re in Good Paws, Leo needs his tonsils taken out. When his parents bring him to get the surgery, they accidentally end up at a hospital run by and for animals. … More You’re in Good Paws by Maureen Fergus, Illus. by Kathryn Durst
Review by Elizabeth Leung
It’s magical, majestic, and better than horses: Cale Atkinson has the answers to all the questions you’ve ever had about unicorns. … More Unicorns 101 by Cale Atkinson
Review by Verena Rodriguez
Encounter reimagines the first meeting between an Indigenous Stadaconan fisher and a French sailor in 1534. Inspired by Jacques Cartier’s notes on his first expedition to what is now Gaspé Bay, Quebec, the story begins when Fisher and Sailor set out in their boats, welcoming a new day. … More Encounter by Brittany Luby, Illus. by Michaela Goade
