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Equity & Diversity (141 series)

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They come from different parts of the country and from different backgrounds. What these artists share is talent (they’ve all topped the charts); grit (they’ve worked hard to get there); and desire to make music that speaks to, for, and about the people and the world around them. The Giants of Rap and Hip-Hop series explores early life, the ups and downs of the artist’s life and career, major influences, and new directions. Fully documented quotes, from the artists and from the people who know t

Girls on the Line

Sixteen-year-old Luli has just aged out of the orphanage where she grew up, and her childhood friend Yun helps her get a job at the factory where Yun works. Both girls enjoy the freedom of making their own decisions and earning their own money-until Yun gets pregnant by her boyfriend, who's rumored to be a bride and child trafficker. China's restrictive family planning laws put Yun in a difficult position: she'll either have to have an expensive abortion or face crippling fines for having a chil

Good Morning, Sunshine!: The Joey Moss Story

Joey Moss first became known to many Canadians because of his work with the NHL Edmonton Oilers hockey team. Joey loved connecting with people. His impact and influence started long before he joined the Oilers. Joey was born with Down syndrome at a time when many children like him were institutionalized. Instead, Joey lived at home, surrounded by his supportive family who was determined that he should receive the same opportunities as others. From this loving environment grew a caring, energetic

Grandma and the Rooster

It?s Chinese New Year and Grandma has a special present for her family: a rooster to make into delicious soup! But when her granddaughter, Xiaoyue, meets the rooster, she begs to keep him as a pet. Together, Grandma and Xiaoyue take the rooster on a journey through the city to ring in the New Year.

Grandpa Alan's Sugar Shack

Tap, tap, tap. Drip, drip, drip."What's that sound, Grandpa?""It's the sap running from the maples." Here is the gentle story of a granddaughter discovering one of the great joys of her grandfather's youth, spring in the north woods when the maple trees are bursting with sap. Together, grandfather and granddaughter make their way out into the chilly pre-dawn woods to find and tap maple trees, hang buckets, and collect sap. And then patiently (or not!), they wait for the sap to boil into syrup

Grandpa and Me

A Chinese boy shares sweet memories of growing up with his grandfather in a small mountain village-including caring for the farm animals and protecting them from a hungry wolf. To this day, the boy carries with him not only these memories, but the habits his grandfather instilled in him for a happy life.

Groundbreakers: Black Moviemakers

For more than 100 years, Black filmmakers have made incredible contributions to American cinema and culture. These groundbreakers created thought-provoking stories about the experiences of Black people to broaden perspectives and increase awareness. This series examines their lives and innovative work.

Hair Story

With rhythmic, rhyming verse, this picture book follows a Boriqua (Puerto Rican) girl and a Black girl from birth through early childhood, culminating in a play date in which they celebrate their natural hair.

Happy Holidays! (Blastoff! Beginners)

Let’s celebrate! This series for beginning readers introduces basic facts about popular holidays from around the world, including when they happen and why. Simple, predictable text and bright, colourful photos take readers through the traditions of each celebration, including decorations, activities, and foods. Features highlight favourite activities and important aspects of each holiday. Students just starting to read independently will be ready to celebrate with this festive series!

History in Pictures(Read Woke™ Books)

Examine historical events in US history with a focus on photos that help tell stories of people from underrepresented groups. Readers are asked to think critically about who took the photos, why they were taken, and what viewpoint is represented. Students will see how key events in history connect to the overarching social justice issues we face today. Special features in the books prompt reader reflection, and a Take Action sidebar provides ideas for how to become involved.