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This is a book that I have started reading for myself. As part of our Equity and Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression group in our union, we have started a book club and this is our first book. I have also used it in Assignment 2 for assessing critical literacy in anti-racist literature. I chose the Young Readers Edition and I like it a lot so far.

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I follow an account on instagram called thekidlitmama, she always shares books with captions that are perfect for certain situations or for trying to get a message across. I recently saw that she shared this book and I read it, it definitely would have been a favorite of mine if I was a kid. I feel like it carries many messages across and it is such a fun read at the same time.

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The award-winning children’s book, the Snowy Day, by Ezra Jack Keats follows a young boy named Peter as he explores his neighbourhood after a big snowfall. This book captured the magic of a snow fall and childhood innocence in such a simple way. Using cut-outs, water colors, and collage, they are strikingly beautiful and understated images.
I first read this book in my Children's Literature class in undergrad and it was fascinating to see that there is so much history and discussion about this book. For the first time in history, we have an African American protagonist who walks us through his journey in the snow. During the time the book was written, this was unheard of. However, I think this is a wonderful book to read to students as it brings culture to diversity to the classroom in a way that we can all relate to.

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Written by David Robertson and illustrated by Julie Flett

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A authentic storybook from the perspective of an Indigenous author

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A authentic storybook from the perspective of an Indigenous author

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Robertson reveals the atrocities and history of residential schools while illuminating both the culture and perseverance of Cree people. This resource speaks directly to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 62 and 63 — "Developing and implementing Kindergarten to Grade Twelve curriculum and learning resources on Aboriginal peoples in Canadian history and building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect" (TRC, 2015, p.7). While this resource is age-appropriate for school-age children, it is important that as educators we be mindful of the exploration of sensitive and controversial issues that may provoke emotional responses in young learners.

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This picture book represents three resilient immigrant students who strive to belong and face difficulties while transitioning to a new country and school. The text teaches young learners that while differences in language and culture may separate us, barriers can be overcome through supportive relationships and kindness.

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The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi. Great meaning behind this book. Explores questions about difference, identity, and cultural assimilation.

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Tammy Kirk-Forbes' Literature Choices for Primary/Junior Grades

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Tammy Kirk-Forbes' Literature Choices for Primary/Junior Grades

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https://padlet.com/tforb017/o0mmwvsea4024cph

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Daniel Rogers - The Chronicles of Narnia

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Daniel Rogers - The Chronicles of Narnia

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By far my favourite book series from my childhood, for the purposes of this activity I'd like to reread these old books.

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Book title: I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Author: Ainsley Earhardt

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https://padlet.com/nmeln019/or092kkq8py6xomj

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Diane Watt - Children's books I am reading/plan to read

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Diane Watt - Children's books I am reading/plan to read