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Stories Across Generations
A recommended reading list by the author of new middle grade novel Sixties Girl.
Searching for Happy Valley
"The question is, why should we care about these happy valleys? What makes them significant? In truth, our human future depends on them."
The Chat with Corinna Chong
Weaving in and out of the magic and mystery of everyday lives, Corinna Chong’s new collection The Whole Animal (Arsenal Pulp Press) is a startling and …
Power to the (Young) People
"When an author puts power in the hands of their young characters, the narrative potential is endless."
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Books for Mental Health Week
Mental health is a top priority in education these days. Beautiful picture books might help start some brave conversations.
Poignant Assholes
A recommended reading list by the author of the new book End Times.
Birdsong, Talking Trees, and Dancing Plants: Books on Nature's Marvellous Cacophony
A recommended reading list by the author of the new book A Kid's Guide to Plants of the Pacific Northwest.
Books I’m Still Metabolizing
A recommended reading list from the author of the new novel Any Other City.
When Mountains Move
An excerpt from the new book Drawing Botany Home: A Rooted Life.
Notes From a Children’s Librarian: Keep Earth Day Going
This smorgasbord of books provoke thoughtful conversations about the Earth.