Corn & Tortillas
In Corn and Tortillas: Love Shared, Ana Lucia and Manuel discover the warmth of family, the richness of Maya culture, and the love in every tortilla, inspiring all families to explore and celebrate their own traditions.
Limoṣan
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Limo?an, O'odham Day of the Dead, is a ceremony in which O’odham prepare a feast for their passed loved ones and ancestors.
The O'odham ABC O'ohana
Introduce children to the O’odham alphabet with 24 colorful letters and 8 fun images per letter. Familiar objects and cultural scenes make learning meaningful, while a glossary and pronunciation guide help readers explore O’odham language and culture. Perfect for young learners, families, and classrooms.
The Beef Bandit
A playful, rhyming picture-book mystery starring Easton, a lovable rescue dog who becomes the prime suspect when a shepherd’s pie goes missing. With humor and heart, the story celebrates honesty, teamwork, and the joy of belonging—plus a tasty recipe at the end.
More Us
In this sweet picture-book follow-up to The One with the Scraggly Beard, a boy is happy that his uncle is moving in with him and his mom after years of living on the streets.
Poh Poh's Sword
Julie’s Chinese Canadian grandmother (Poh Poh) tells her story of leaving China to come to North America as part of a Cantonese opera troupe.
Avery the Fox
In a quiet forest, a gentle fox learns they don’t have to be a boy or a girl to belong. With warmth and wisdom, this story celebrates non-binary identity, self-acceptance, and the joy of living authentically.
Avery the Fox Gender Identity Set
Through the story of Avery, a thoughtful fox finding their true self, this picture book gently introduces children to gender identity and acceptance. Available in trans masculine, trans feminine, and non-binary editions.
Whale Man
This beautifully illustrated picture-book biography tells the story of Jon Lien, a scientist who developed techniques to rescue whales trapped in fishing nets. It celebrates our connection with, and encourages children to care for, the animal world.
Pirate Pearl
Precious Pearl is a pirate girl who steals treasure… and gives it away! When a prince appears, she sets sail on a daring adventure full of surprises, bravery, and the biggest treasure of all.
Guinea Pigs Don't Wear Pants
A whimsically joyful picture book that celebrates self-expression and individuality. Imagine a world where humans—unlike animals—can flaunt, saunter, and dress however they please. With exuberant illustrations and playful rhyme, Chris Paul Rainbows Farias (they/them) affirms the beauty of being exactly who you are.
Woolly Dog Warms His Family
In this picture book featuring Coast Salish art and Traditional Storytelling techniques, a Salish woolly dog finds natural fibers for his people to spin and weave into blankets.
Ayah and the Big World Outside
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In this moving picture book, Ayah, who has always lived in a refugee camp, is trying to figure out what she wants to be when she grows up. When she falls asleep and dreams of a swallow who shows her there are places without fences, and without war, she realizes she wants to be free like him.
A Garden of Berries and Crows
In this beautifully illustrated picture book, Maeve and Fern create a connection that helps them both heal and honor the family they lost.
Kohkom's First Drum
In this moving picture book, Charlie’s Kohkom tells the story of recently receiving her first drum. Kohkom wasn’t raised Cree because she was taken from her family as a child as part of the Sixties Scoop. After hearing her story, Charlie offers to teach Kohkom a song—and they agree to go to the Friendship Center drum circle every week from now on.
My Language Is a Garden
In this picture book, with a story told in rhyming verse, a parent tells their child about their heritage language and all that it represents, from ancient knowledge and medicines to exploration of the cosmos, and how by sharing this language, their hearts will be connected always.
Phillip Joe Plays Waila
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A young boy from the Tohono O'odham Indian Reservation talks about his love of waila music. The boy shares how he was introduced to waila music, the history of the music style, and the components of waila music. Aspects of Tohono O'odham celebrations and culture in conjunction with waila music is presented.
Spaal'
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Spaal’: A Raven with Different Wings is based on a true story about determination, kindness, and strength.
Prism
Why fit in when you can stand out? This story reminds families that children should embrace their true colors and shine bright, inspiring others to do the same.
Christmas Capers
Easton, the lovable rescue dog, is back for a festive adventure! The Olde Thornbury Christmas Market is bustling, and while Easton isn’t a fan of his itchy sweater, he’s ready to spread holiday cheer. Will he prove he’s been a good dog all year? A heartwarming, fun-filled tale, perfect for reading aloud and delighting dog lovers!
All of Us
A joyful celebration of connection and creativity and our common bond with the animal world
The First Christmas Tree
In this illustrated picture book, the Great Manitou searches for the right tree to give the Innu for their first Christmas tree in the cold northern winter.
It’s Me, Henry!
This picture book about a young boy on the autism spectrum highlights the way he functions differently from his classmates. His way of being in the world has both its challenges and its strengths.
