Children / Young Adult Book Lists

Canadian author David Bouchard reworks Canada's oldest and most well-known carol, The Huron Carol. The art of Moses Beaver, from the fly-in reserve of Summer Beaver, Ontario (Nikinamik), resonates and awakens an awareness that is at once exciting and empowering, a way for all people to understand the birth of Christ from an Aboriginal worldview. The pride of the north, Susan Aglukark, interprets, for the first time, the revered carol.

When the family gathers to celebrate Hanukkah, Grandfather tells his own story of the holiday from World War II.

"From the creators of 'The Fabulous Song' comes this valuable story about a precocious little boy who learns the true spirit of Christmas, and saves the day with his tiny perfect orange"

It's the most wonderful time of the year--for driving a sleigh! 'Tis also the season--for driving a sleigh! Oh, and joy to the--driving a sleigh! The Pigeon has made a list and checked it once. Can his holiday dream come true? Or will The Pigeon be left out in the cold? You'll share some HO-HO-HOs and HA-HA-HAs finding out in three-time Caldecott Honoree Mo Willems' ninth Pigeon book, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!

Every year a family celebrates Hanukkah by retelling the story of how Grandma and her sister managed to mark the day while in a German concentration camp.

A description of the celebration of the Islamic holiday of Ramadan with its concluding celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr from the perspective of children and their family.

A quirky safety guide combines practical tips with step-by-step instructions featuring an anxious Scaredy Squirrel, who prepares himself for the worst during the holiday season of decorating, entertaining, and confronting fruitcake.

When they are given the seemingly impossible task of turning thread into gold, the seven Ashanti brothers put aside their differences, learn to get along, and embody the principles of Kwanzaa. Includes information on Kwanzaa, West African cloth weaving, and instructions for making a belt.

A heartwarming and delightful Christmas book that will capture the imaginations of children and adults alike. Join us on a magical journey as we follow the adventures of a lovable and towering moose who becomes the unexpected hero of the holiday season. In this enchanting tale, beautifully written and illustrated by Canadian author Stephanie Vincent, readers will embark on a captivating quest to help Santa and forest friends deliver presents despite a terrible storm. Moose learns the true value of working together and helping others to save Christmas. The tale of a moose so big and so tall, he lifts Santa up every wall! Moose learns the value of working together to save Christmas despite terrible weather! Children will love the fun filled quest to help Santa and his forest friends deliver presents!--Source not specified.

A boy from Finnmark and his ice bear help scare away some hungry trolls so that Kyri and her father can enjoy their Christmas Eve meal.

Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.