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EPL Picks Kids: I Read Canadian Day

Celebrate Canada’s diverse culture and talent with this special selection of children’s books written by Canadian authors! From touching family moments to thrilling adventures, these stories reflect the beauty, creativity, and values of Canadian life. Perfect for I Read Canadian Day, this booklist has something for every young reader to enjoy!

Edmonton Public Library

52 items

  • Aliya's Secret

    a Story of Ramadan

    Zaman, Farida
    Aliya shares a special tradition of Ramadan with her classmates, teaching them about her culture and faith while making new friends.
    Book, 2023Toronto, ON : Owlkids Books, [2023] — E ZAM
  • Aliya's Secret

    A Story of Ramadan

    Zaman, Farida
    Aliya shares a special tradition of Ramadan with her classmates, teaching them about her culture and faith while making new friends.
    eBook, 2023Owlkids Books Inc., 2023
  • A story about the ups and downs of family relationships, this book shows how love and understanding can overcome anger.
    Book, 2024Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, 2024. — E HAO
  • A delightful song brought to life in a picture book, this classic Canadian tune will have children singing and dancing along.
    Book, 2023[Toronto, ON] : Tundra Books, [2023] — E HAM
  • A gentle bedtime story about all the amazing things that happen in the world while little ones sleep soundly.
    Book, 2022Toronto : Pajama Press Inc., [2022] — E MAR
  • Explore the sounds and rhythms of life through poetic language, capturing the pulse of family, nature, and community.
    Book, 2021[Victoria, British Columbia] : Orca Book Publishers, 2021. — Board books S BDBK
  • Explore the sounds and rhythms of life through poetic language, capturing the pulse of family, nature, and community.
    eBook, 2021Orca Book Publishers, 2021
  • Learn about Canada’s iconic beaver with simple text and vibrant illustrations that introduce young children to nature and animals.
    Book, 2019Toronto : HarperCollins Publishers, [2019] — E COV
  • Learn about Canada’s iconic beaver with simple text and vibrant illustrations that introduce young children to nature and animals.
    eBook, 2020HarperCollins Canada, 2020
  • This enchanting bedtime story imagines all the ways the moon watches over the Earth and its people as they sleep.
    Book, 2019Toronto : Groundwood Books/House of Anansi Press, [2019] — E STO
  • This enchanting bedtime story imagines all the ways the moon watches over the Earth and its people as they sleep.
    eBook, 2019Groundwood Books Ltd, 2019
  • A gentle call to protect water and the Earth, this story emphasizes the importance of water through the eyes of a young girl.
    Book, 2020Toronto : Second Story Press, 2020. — Board books R BDBK
  • A gentle call to protect water and the Earth, this story emphasizes the importance of water through the eyes of a young girl.
    eBook, 2021Second Story Press, 2021
  • A heartfelt story that celebrates the anticipation and joy of welcoming a new baby into the family.
    Book, 2019Toronto, Ontario : Pajama Press, 2019. — E KER
  • Introduce little ones to the colorful and joyful festival of Diwali, with its sparkling lights, festivities, and traditions.
    Book, 2018[Victoria, British Columbia] : Orca Book Publishers, [2018] — Board books S BDBK
  • Introduce little ones to the colorful and joyful festival of Diwali, with its sparkling lights, festivities, and traditions.
    eBook, 2018Orca Book Publishers, 2018
  • Follow two friends as they transform an empty lot into a vibrant garden, discovering the magic of nature in an urban setting.
    Book, 2019Toronto : Kids Can Press, [2019] — E LAR
  • A sweet and reassuring tale about unconditional love between parent and child, full of warmth and charm.
    Book, 2013Toronto : Scholastic Canada, [2013] — E STO
  • Beatrice loves her pet Barb, and together they learn the importance of friendship, responsibility, and kindness.
    Book, 2023Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, [2023] — E JEN