Book bans and challenges are on the rise across North America. This Banned Books Week, take some time to read, borrow and share challenged or banned books to show your support against bans!
Pride Puppy!
A rhyming alphabet board book featuring a family that has lost its dog at a Pride parade.
★ “This engaging introduction to Pride parades for the youngest readers successfully testifies to the warmth and power of queer community.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
A Plan for Pops
In this illustrated picture book, a child helps their grandfathers deal with a difficult change in abilities.
“A positive and realistic representation of both a wheelchair user and an elderly, interracial gay male couple.“ —Kirkus Reviews
On Our Street
A gentle introduction to the issue of poverty, On Our Street explores the realities of people living with inadequate resources.
Leopold’s Leotard
A delightful picture book about a young boy who finds himself feeling too restricted during his year-end dance recital.
“A jocose picture book honoring—and rewarding—the free spirits of children.“ —School Library Journal
What Makes Us Unique?
A nonfiction picture book that introduces very young children to the concept of diversity in a way that is uplifting and approachable. Author and child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts designed the Just Enough series to empower parents/caregivers to start conversations with young ones about difficult or challenging subject matter.