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Escape from the Wildfire
Jack loves mountain biking, and when his dad forbids him to ride in the forest surrounding Lytton because of the risk of wildfire, the reality of BC's heat dome sets in. Days later, the village of Lytton burns down, forcing Jack to evacuate to Merritt.
$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 11-18
Not Talking About You
Not Talking About You portrays racism as it occurs amongst young Canadians today. It explores the impact on the target and on bystanders who have to decide how to react when they find a racist youth in their midst.
$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 12-16Reading level: Grade 3
Bank Shot
The story of how a young teen girl tries to balance responsibilities at home with a chance to play basketball.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL570LHalf-Court Trap
A Black teen learns to deal with stress, anger, rivalry and body image issues in the context of basketball.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 710LHoopers
The story of a young Black teen who is too caught up in the basketball image to put in the work to play well.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620LPaddle Battle
A teen boy learns that trusting his team and trying his best helps him accept change and adapt to it.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL580L
White Privilege Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of white privilege and the legacy of racism in society and media.
$24.95, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Lexile Reading Level: 780LBody Image Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of body-image and body-shaming within society and media.
$24.95, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 760LLast Pick
A young teen with an invisible disability overcomes self-doubt and bullying to find her place on a basketball team.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 630L
Lone Runner
A Black teen displays persistence and confidence to go from running solo to being part of a cross-country team.
$8.99, Digital (ePub)Interest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: 620LOpen Ice
A young teen girl tries to unite her co-ed hockey team and prove to herself and everyone else that she can play.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620LRugby Rookies
A young girl and her friends face practical and gender obstacles to form their own rugby team.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: 510L
Proud to Play
Profiles of Canadian LGBTQ+ athletes who made the playing field more inclusive — including 2020 Olympic Summer Games athletes$24.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-18Reading level: Grade 5Proud to Play
Profiles of Canadian LGBTQ+ athletes who made the playing field more inclusive — including 2020 Olympic Summer Games athletes$24.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-18Reading level: Grade 5
Islamophobia Deal With It
A reader-directed exploration of tolerance, inclusiveness, and situations where information and communication might create prejudice against Muslims.
$24.95, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 840LHead to Head
A young teen girl learns to overcome her rivalry with a soccer teammate so they can lead the team together.
$8.99, Digital (ePub)Interest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL590LVolleyball Vibe
A young teen girl discovers playing sports as a way to boost self-esteem and feel like she belongs.
$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL530L
Consent Deal With It
A timely new resource to help kids understand and resolve conflicts stemming from issues of consent$24.95, HardcoverInterest ages: 9-14Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 770LEasy Out
When playing out of your league, do your best to be the best$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 2Lexile Reading Level: HL620L
