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Holocaust

The dramatic story of neighbours in a small Danish fishing village who, during the Holocaust, shelter a Jewish family waiting to be ferried to safety in Sweden. Based on a true story.

Hom

When a boy washes up on a desert island, he is sure he’s on his own in the world.But there’s someone else living there: Hom, a peace-loving creature who has lost his family, too. Alone on the island together, they learn from each other and become the best of friends. So when a rescue ship appears on the horizon, the boy has a big decision to make . . .

Home for Grace

When a woman appears with a sleeping bag, living in a shop doorway, Jess is full of questions. Where is her home? Why did she leave? And what will happen when the snow comes?Inspired by a case of unkindness towards an unhoused person outside a bookshop, witnessed by the author and her daughter, this sensitive and nuanced picture book encourages compassion and embracing differences. Told from a child's perspective, we learn together that everybody has a story and a personal concept of what 'home' is.

Homeless: Youth Living on the Streets

One in 30 young people aged 13 to 17 and one in ten 17- to 25-year-olds experience homelessness in any year. Whether they double-up with family or friends, couch surf, live on the streets, or live in motels or shelters, homeless youths are often hidden from public view and the impact of their housing instability may be felt for generations. Homeless: Youth Living on the Streets explores what it is like to be young and homeless, what causes youth homelessness, and what can be done about it.

Hopeful Picture Books (Crabtree)  

Horse and Zebra

Horse and Zebra are best friends, but they couldnÎt be more different! While Horse is steady and sensible, Zebra is zany and creative. But what they have in common is that they will always look out for each other, and theyÎre always ready to help another animal in need.

Hot Rod Readers (Crabtree Seedlings)  

Whether they are wheel-poppin', hauling, flying, or crushing, vehicles are cool. And this series makes them all even cooler with crazy illustrations! Hot Rod Readers are designed to build reading confidence with fun, exciting, low-level text. Every book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Hotelitor: Luxury-Class Defense and Hospitality Unit

Hotelitor is the finest hospitality craft in its colony, equipped with jet feet, a hyperspace engine, and single, double, and adjoining rooms. When a giant alien attacks the ship, Hotelitor's surviving guests and staff find themselves stranded in deep space. There, 18-year-old intern Anna Green must take charge. Alongside her fellow entry-level service workers, she'll try to control the chaos while rival factions emerge, wealthy VIPs seize hotel resources, and the musician-in-residence develops a literal cult following. As Anna and her friends search for a way home, shocking discoveries about Hotelitor's owners await themÑif another giant alien doesn't smash the crew first.

Hothouse Earth: The Climate Crisis and the Importance of Carbon Neutrality

As hurricanes, droughts, floods, and wildfires are increasing in regularity and intensity, climate change can no longer be ignored. Melting permafrost, forest dieback, ocean acidification, and other processes are creating positive feedback loops which could, if not aggressively and quickly addressed, spiral out of control and take global warming past the point of no return. Hothouse Earth examines how science, politics, and social justice must all be part of the equation to counteract climate change.

How Are You Feeling?: Naming Your Emotions with Sesame Street®

Everyone has big feelings. What situations might cause different feelings to happen? How can you recognize what others are feeling? Help show young readers how to identify and name their emotions alongside their friends from Sesame Street.