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Say Their Names

Aliya, a seven-year-old Black girl, sees on TV news the public reaction to recent and tragic events. Determined to make sure the lives of those lost matter, she leads her own protest march that extends beyond her living rooom and into her neighborhood to ""say their names"" and loudly proclaim ""good people come in all colors.

Second Dad Summer

Jeremiah just wants a normal summer with his dad. But his dad has moved in with his new boyfriend Michael who serves weird organic food and is constantly nagging him. Worst of all, Michael rides a bicycle decorated to look like a unicorn. This is not the summer Jeremiah wanted. But Jeremiah soon learns that being a family comes in many surprising forms.

Sensitive

You feel way too much."" / ""Will you stop being dramatic?"" A young girl hears messages that she's too sensitive and needs to change. In a slightly surreal moment, the messages travel inside her body and won't leave her alone. It is only when she gets time to herself that she finds a solutionÑshe transforms the negative comments into a poem affirming that being sensitive is her strength. A unique and thoughtful picture book that builds empathy and compassion.

Sesame Street® Celebrating You and Me

Celebrate differences in people and their cultures with Elmo, Big Bird, and their Sesame Street friends in this inclusive series. Bright photographs and lively text depict moments of everyday life from food to family. A simple, respectful approach to diversity promotes kindness and empathy while developing social emotional skills.

Sesame Street® Character Guides

Elmo, Abby, Big Bird, and their Sesame Street friends join this positive introduction to character traits and social-emotional wellness. Hands-on activities help kids model each topic, while simple text and a colourful design keep things engaging and fun.

Signs of Distress: Recognizing and Helping Someone in Need

With the rise in mental illness among young people, teens are likely to encounter a friend who is struggling. This book helps teens recognize risk factors for mental illness and signs of distress in their peers. It also explores how to have conversations about mental health with a friend, when and how to seek the support of a trusted adult or crisis services, and how to advocate for mental health in their communities.

Simply Skye

Avi's doll Skye is not a boy or a girl. Neither is Avi. But what will their family think? Avi uses Skye to explore gender expression and identity and also to discover how their family will react to Avi's own nonbinary identity. Breaking gender stereotypes, Avi's clothing choices and actions show their brother, sister, and parents who they really are as their family gradually understands and accepts Avi's identity.

Smart Choices (21st Century Junior Library)

The Smart Choices series gives readers an age-appropriate look at the causes and consequences of choices they make every day at school, at home, and beyond. Each title includes activities encouraging students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE. Colourful photos embrace diversity and backmatter encourages further learning on the topic.

Smashing Stigma: Dismantling Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Stigma is everywhere, from mistrust of unhoused people to discrimination based on weight. Having and discussing mental health challenges has been stigmatized for years until recently when high-profile actors, athletes, and professionals started to share their experiences. Where do these ideas come from and how are they perpetuated in our society? Readers will learn how to stop the spread of stereotypes and prejudice. Informational text on how to identify and confront stigma is paired with person

Social & Emotional Learning