Finding stories that will engage and encourage children toward a love of reading can be a daunting task. We've put together some of our favourites.

Children Reading

The Gift of Mnoomin - Brittany Luby

Malaika, Carnival Queen Nadia L. Hohn

Hot Cross Buns for Everyone (Yolanda T. Marshall)

Amy Wu and the Ribbon Dance - Charlene Chua

Percy's Perfect Friend - Lana Button

Hopscotch - Marie-Louise Gay

The Bird Feeder - Andrew Larsen 2022 Cover

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Linda is a mom of two teens who still love reading. Her family are long-time fans of Telling Tales and Canadian children’s literature. She truly believes it takes a village, and her best advice is never to use google to find out what is wrong with your child. 
This September, you can meet your favourite children’s authors at the <a href="http://www.tellingtales.org">Telling Tales Festival</a> at Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario. Until then, enjoy some time snuggling up and reading.

Soothing bedtime stories, empowering books for girls, or festive holiday reads.  Check out our recommendations for the best children’s books for every occasion.

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