Books that inspire kids to wonder, imagine, and think critically.
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They Do, Not You!
For millions of years, animals have been figuring out ways to handle being scared, frustrated, confused, and well, just cranky. They’ve learned how to escape, puff up, use tools, and even get stinky. Generally speaking, it’s worked… for them.
Okay, so, humans have their own special ways of dealing with trouble, and (spoiler alert) we’re different from our animal friends.
Check out “They Do, Not You” for a peek into some awesome animal antics, and a gentle reminder of we humans do best- think!
Thinkers ages 5-8 (and bigger ones too) can learn about fellow creatures and critical thinking all at once!
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That’s What They Said
There once was a very clever kid who heard all kinds of strange stories from the people around her. She listened carefully, took note, thought about them for a bit…and then decided they were a big bunch of nonsense.
“That’s What They Said” is about the tall tales people tell little thinkers. It’s also about wise kids, the ones who see right through silliness, and it encourages them to think carefully and critically about what’s real. Be warned that it also makes space for kids to spin a few yarns of their own.
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Idunno
There are an awful lot of things we haven’t learned, haven’t thought about, and aren’t sure of. No one really has it all figured out yet, have they? So why are we (especially grown-up we) so afraid to admit that we all still have a ways to go?
Idunno is a sweet, charming, and persistent reminder to readers of all ages that it’s alright to still be discovering and exploring. It’s better than alright! Being happy with our own Idunno helps us connect to others, to find out about ourselves, and to find thinking adventures in the world around us.
So, have you made friends with your Idunno yet?
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Benny’s Symphony
Independent Press Award, Distinguished Favourite, 2022
Next Generation Indie Book Awards, Finalist, 2022
Benny’s world is full of fascinating noises, but it isn’t until a visit to the symphony that he really starts to think about how these noises become music.
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Mildred Builds A World
Independent Press Award, Distinguished Favourite, 2021
If you don’t like what you see all around you, fix it! Brimming with big ideas about what makes a perfect world, this sweet story empowers children to think about what’s important, and to recognize and celebrate their role in creating it.
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If You Met a Yeti…
Nautilus Silver Medal Winner, 2019
IPPY Bronze Medal Winner, 2020
This colourful and whimsical book poses the question “What makes a human being?” It explores humanity through the eyes of an inquisitive (not to mention cute and furry) onlooker.
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Hey, I’m a Story
Honorable Mention, San Francisco Book Festival Awards, 2019
Finalist, International Book Awards, 2019
Humans big and small are invited to join Story for a sassy, humorous romp through the history of media and communications. Take a closer look at the curious, wondrous, and ever-changing ways humans find to express ourselves, through the eyes of a constant (and let’s face it, charming) companion.
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Zoom In, Zoom Out
Reader Review Reviewers’ Choice Award Honorable Mention, 2018
IPPY Awards, Children’s E-book, Bronze, 2018
Nautilus Award, Children’s Nonfiction, Silver, 2018
International Book Award, Children’s Book, Winner, 2018
San Francisco Book Festival Awards, Children’s Nonfiction, Runner-Up, 2019
Believe it or not, eyeballs and cameras can both fool us sometimes. We might think we see something, and then it turns out to be something completely different. That’s right, eyeballs and cameras can both play tricks.
So, this is more than just a book about eyeballs and cameras. It’s a book about looking closer and thinking about the things we see.
It’s about zooming in and zooming out.
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Tinker Thinkers
Meet the Tinker Thinkers! Equipped with the tools of logic and reason, this team of pint-sized ponderers build their way to better ideas. Join them as they explore the parts of an argument, and learn new ways to test its strength. You’ll find that building an argument is one of the most important skills a person can learn…and it can be fun too!
Written by Susan Gardner/Amy Leask, Illustrated by Ami Moore
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Also available in French!
According to Phil: A Young Thinker’s Guide to Robots
Follow mechanical marvel Phil Bot and learn where robots came from, how they work, and all the amazing things they can do.
Written by Amy Leask , Illustrated by Mark Hughes.
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Also available in French!
ThinkAboutIt Series
What is philosophy anyway, and how do you do it? Get started on your journey into some of the most amazing ideas ever, with your guide, Sophia the Wise! This children's book series is an insightful introduction to thinking big thoughts! Young philosophers, aged 7-10, will enjoy learning about philosophy and asking some of the biggest (and coolest) questions ever asked.
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Let The Thinking Begin!
What is philosophy anyway, and how do you do it? Start your journey into some of the most amazing ideas ever, with your guide, Sophia the Wise!
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Who's the Boss?
Intrepidly investigate ideas about power, change, and the way we make important decisions!
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Behave Yourself!
Ponder propositions about what’s right, what’s wrong, and all the stuff in between!
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How Do You Know What You Know?
Quibble over quandaries like “Can we trust our five senses?” and “How do we know when something is true?”
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Gee, That's Pretty!
Frolic fearlessly through the magical world of beauty, art and creativity!
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Think Green!
Venture valiantly into the animal kingdom, our environment, and how we think we fit into both!
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What Is All This Stuff?
Daringly debate what is real, what’s imaginary, and what makes us who we are!
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