• Age: 5 to 7
• Grade: k to 2

An elderly man gently helps his granddaughter gain perspective during the troubling time of a pandemic.The inevitability of seasonal changes underpin this poignant look at nature’s purpose in death, the beauty of new beginnings, and the constancy of love. Where does a virus fit in the concept of life and time? This story invites a tender sense of optimism into a dark and frightening time.

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Dawn Leslie is a nurse, patient safety consultant, and the author of many health and wellness books for children, with over 150,000 copies on the shelves of Canadian elementary classrooms. Featured on CBC radio, she’s a self-proclaimed nomad, having lived in numerous countries. Dawn is deeply committed to her wellness message that children can be wonderful stewards of their own health if provided with information in an engaging, age-appropriate format. http://www.healthywellthywisebooks.com

Daphne Odjig’s was a founding member of the Indigenous Group of Seven, winner of the Governor General’s award, holder of the Order of Canada, and five honorary doctorates. As an internationally recognized artist, Daphne has been the subject of multiple books and documentaries. http://www.odjig.com