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Many nations

Bruchac, Joseph,


Illustrations and brief text present aspects of the lives of the many varied native peoples across North America. "Cartwheel books."
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Wolf Island

Godkin, Celia


"Life on an island changes when a wolf pack leaves. This story shows the relationship between predator and prey, and why it is necessary."
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The last Beothuk

Brereton, Elizabeth


Aboriginal issues.
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The Night Walker

Thompson, Richard


"A boy collects objects from the wilderness to take back home. As his pouch fills with treasure, the boy hears behind him strange sounds that get louder and louder."
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Nokum is my teacher

Bouchard, David,


Parallel text in English and Cree presents a poetic conversation between a boy and his grandmother as they discuss the importance of reading and how to blend life outside the reservation with Cree skills and traditions. Sound disc in pocket.
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If the world were a village .

Smith, David J



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Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie

RANKIN Laura



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Buddha at bedtime

Nagaraja, Dharmachari


"A retelling of 20 ancient Buddhist tales intended to impart wisdom and moral guidance to children. Each story highlights a moral or ethical dilemma that echoes those that children face in their own lives. At the conclusion of each story, applicable Buddhist principles are discussed."
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When my parents forgot how to be friends

Moore-Mallinos, Jennifer


How a child deals with her parents when they decide they can no longer be friends.
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Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge

Fox, Mem,


"A small boy tries to discover the meaning of ""memory"" so he can restore that of an elderly friend." "A Cranky Nell book."
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Trouble Talk

Ludwig, Trudy


Maya gets help from the school councillor when the new student she has tried to befriend upsets her, as she has other students, by spreading rumors, saying hurtful things and sharing information that is not hers to share.
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"We're Different, We're the Same"

KATES, Bobbi Jane



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My Sister has Autism

Beynon, Veronica


"Veronica is a seven year old, grade one student. Her sister Vanessa, is three years old and was recently diagnosed with Autism. This book started out as a project she wanted to work on with her mother, as a gift for her sister. Veronica wanted Vanessa to know, that no matter what, she always saw the best in her."
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Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message.

Swamp, Chief Jake



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The table where rich people sit

Baylor, Byrd.


"A girl discovers that her impoverished family is rich in things that matter in life, especially being outdoors and experiencing nature."
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Fly away home

Bunting, Eve,


"A homeless boy who lives in an airport with his father, moving from terminal to terminal and trying not to be noticed, is given hope when he sees a trapped bird find its freedom."
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Let's talk about race

Lester, Julius.


"The author introduces the concept of race as only one component in an individual's or nation's ""story."""
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The Great Dinosaur Sleepover

Bailey, Linda



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Bannock in a Hammock

Kelly, Masiana



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We belong together

Parr, Todd.


The joy of adoption and bringing families together is presented in this tale. "Megan Tingley Books."
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