The Witness Blanket: Truth, Art and Reconciliation by Indigenous artist Carey Newman and Kirstie Hudson is now available from Orca Book Publishers. This nonfiction book for middle-grade readers tells the story of the Witness Blanket, an artwork by Newman made up of objects connected to every residential school in Canada and stories from the Survivors who donated them.
In this guest post, author Eric Walters shares the inspiration for his books Bear in the Family and Saving Sammy, both part of the Orca Echoes line.
I Make Space, a new book from Governor General Literary Award-nominated author Sara Cassidy and illustrator Jimmy Tigani, is now available from Orca Book Publishers.
“COVID has created a tense and anxiety-filled world which has made parenting even more challenging,” says Dr. Roberts. “It is hard for parents to keep their cool when under stress—but it is absolutely essential for the wellbeing of their children.”
April is Autism Acceptance Month. These books, featuring children on the autism spectrum, will boost awareness and discussion in your class. And they’re also just great stories to read at any time!
The Journey of the Midnight Sun showcases the power of communities working together
