Violet Shrink doesn’t like parties. Or bashes, or gatherings. Lots of people and lots of noise make Violet’s tummy ache and her hands sweat. She would much rather spend time on her own, watching the birds in her backyard, reading comics or listening to music through her purple headphones. The problem is that the whole Shrink family loves parties with loud music and games and dancing. At cousin Char’s birthday party, Violet hides under a table and imagines she is a shark gliding effortlessly through the water, looking for food. And at Auntie Marlene and Uncle Leli’s anniversary bash, Violet sits alone at the top of the stairs, imagining she is a slithering snake way up in the branches. When Violet learns that the Shrink family reunion is fast approaching, she finally musters up the courage to have a talk with her dad. (Family and Well-being)

Promoting Reggio-inspired approaches in all schools PreK-12 (Parent Resource)

L'adorable porc-épic de l'album à succès Un porc-épic dans un sapin revient en force avec une toute nouvelle aventure en chanson. C'est sur la mélodie de Vive le vent! que le porc-épic et ses amis typiquement canadiens vont recevoir des cadeaux décevants à cause de Sasquatch qui a semé la pagaille sur le traîneau du père Noël. Qu'à cela ne tienne, le temps est aux réjouissances!(French)

El pajarito ama el cielo. Intenta volar, pero nunca puede volar más de unos pocos pies. Tiene demasiado miedo. Así que observa a los otros pájaros volar hacia el cielo y dejarlo. Pero entonces sucede algo extraño... Lee cómo el tímido pajarito supera sus miedos (Animals)

Let's go for a walk! Join a summertime stroll through the colorful countryside, with lots to see from red to green- and many shades in between. (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

"There once was a bear, a moose and a beaver who loved adventure. But sometimes their competitive natures got in the way of having fun." One day, the three set off to climb a mountain together. But on the way there, they decide to make it more exciting by turning the climb into a race to the top. It's only after being sidelined by a series of mishaps -- a boulder tumbling down the path, the moose hanging off the side of the cliff, the bear hanging off the moose hanging off the side of the cliff -- that the three friends realize competitions don't always make for a good time. "At the end of the day, the bear, the moose and the beaver agreed that reaching the top of the mountain was great, but enjoying the journey together was even better."(Animals)

Join Murray and Bird as they learn all about the importance of water. (Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

A girl from China is upset at her parents harvesting watercress from the side of the road until she learns more about her family history. (Culture and community)

" All First Nations and Native American cultures are unique and distinct but share many common values such as our world views and respectful connection to the land. The paintings in this book offer children insight into Ojibway art and our culture's deep relationship with wildlife. (Culture and community)

We are going to pick apples. What fun! (Early Learning, Nature ans Steam)

Animals hide and hop and sniff and sneak and peek and peep. We play too! (Animals)

Animals and kids love to play! This wonderful book celebrates playtime and the connection between children and the natural world. Beautiful illustrations show: birds who chase and chirp! bears who wiggle and wobble! whales who swim and squirt! owls who peek and peep! and a diverse group of kids who love to do the same, shouting: We play too! / kimêtawânaw mîna (Animals)

Learn about the history and importance of treaties in Ontario.(Culture and community)

The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences.(Culture and community)

In this story, Simran and Sehaj share important facts about their religion, Sikhism. Take a journey with them and learn about their religion. There are also Recall and Reflect questions and a Glossary to help you understand new concepts introduced in the story. “We are Sikhs” will help you raise awareness for Sikhs in your schools and community.(Culture and community)

From sharing to playing to helping each other, twins have a friend by their side. Discover and celebrate the special relationship they have in this sweet rhyming story all about twins. (Family and Well-Being)

There are lots of different ways to make a family. It just takes love. Share your home, and share your heart. (Family and Well-Being)

When wishes come true. (Culture and Community)

Will you come too? Join a father and his four young children as they cross a field of tall, wavy grass, wade through a deep, cold river, struggle through swampy mud, find their way through a big, dark forest, fight through a whirling snowstorm, and enter finally enter a narrow, gloomy cave. What will they find there? You'll have to read on to find out!(Early Learning, Nature and Steam)

We're going on a nature hunt! Come join our springtime adventure! (Animals)

We're going on an egg hunt. We're going to find them all. We're REALLY excited. Hooray for Easter Day! (Culture and Community)

A sweet and practical storybook with flaps, pull-tabs and a wheel. Perfect for helping your toddler adjust to a new baby in the family. (Family and Well-Being)

A story about dealing with bullying in schools. Luisa changes everything about herself- including her colorful polka-dot boots- to avoid being called weird. But it doesn't work. What else can she possibly do?(Family and Well-Being)

For someone so small, you are about to change our Lives. Enjoy this sing a long book with your precious baby. (Infants)

Orca Book Publishers is pleased to offer this bilingual book (full text in both English and Plains Cree) in two accessible editions