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Canadian stories. Canadian creators. Canadian owned. 🇨🇦 Founded in 1984, Orca Book Publishers is an independent Canadian children’s book publisher.
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With the start of the new term and a new season, we want to take a moment to share all the resources we have available for educators! Read the latest Educator Newsletter for more ✏️
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The Educator Resource Roundup! ✏️
Email from Orca Book Publishers Plus a look ahead at our upcoming events Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Educator Resources Request An Author Visit The Orca Blog Welcome back!
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What time is it? Time to read this fascinating book - Just a Minute by Kirstie Hudson and Monique Polak, illus. Paige Stampatori. Make every zeptosecond count this year!
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In a forthcoming book by Gregor Craigie, young readers will discover tools to spot fake news. Read the Orca Blog for a sneak peek on Sticking to the Facts and learn about the impact of the digital age on misinformation!
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Author Gregor Craigie on the dangers of misinformation in the digital age
With information quickly available at our fingertips, it's easier than ever to get caught up in fake news. In Sticking to the Facts, young readers discover tools to spot fake news and actions to take ...
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It has been a big year for Orca and our creators with 15 books receiving starred reviews! ⭐️ Read the full list and the reviews in our latest educator newsletter.
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Our 2025 All-Stars! ⭐️
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We have four titles on Toronto Public Library's First & Best list! These books our TPL's top picks for building reading readiness in kids under five. 📚
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Brianna Banana, Helper of the Day was selected for Kirkus Reviews‘ Best Beginning Readers of 2025 list! Written by Lana Button and illustrated by Suharu Ogawa. Look for the full list on Kirkus' website!
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CBC Books listed Kim Spencer's I Won't Feel This Way Forever on its best Canadian children's books of 2025 list! In this middle-grade novel, Mia's has a summer of exploration, family and loss. Find the full list on CBC's website!
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The Anxious Exile of Sara Salt by Gabrielle Prendergast was featured in the Globe and Mail's 10 best kids books of 2025!
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The 10 best kids books of 2025
Canadian titles for children age four to twelve
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This week’s educator newsletter takes a look at the collection of social-emotional learning books we have from Dr. Jillian Roberts! These board books and picture books support parents, educators and kids through discussions about emotions, social issues and other tough topics.
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Social-Emotional Learning Books from Dr. Jillian Roberts
Email from Orca Book Publishers Support for tough topics with K–Gr. 3 readers Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. This week’s newsletter takes a look at the collection of social-em
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Even though it’s technically late fall, turning the calendar to December feels like the beginning of winter. If you’re prepping winter bookshelves and winter read-alouds, here's a list of timely picture books for you!
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Go on a winter adventure with these picture books ❄️
Email from Orca Book Publishers Indigenous stories, concept books, winter sports and classic adventures Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Even though it’s technically late fall,
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Katrina Chen was on Global News yesterday talking about her book A Stronger Home, co-authored with Elaine Su, and the importance of raising awareness around family violence. Watch it here:
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Palma’s Picks: Family violence and the journey to recovery | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Palma’s Picks: Family violence and the journey to recovery Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
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This week's educator booklist is for the kids in your school or classroom who LOVE animals!
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These new animal books are the bee's knees!
Email from Orca Book Publishers STEM books for Gr. 1–8 Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. For the kids in your school or classroom who LOVE animals! These new nonfiction books for
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A “must-read” recommendation for teen readers from Kirkus! In No Brainer by Lea Beddia, Liv finds herself at the center of a feminist movement when she's teased and reprimanded for not wearing a bra. Look for this starred-reviewed book in stores February 2026!
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Author Tonya Simpson was on Global News Edmonton today talking about winning the 2025 Governor General’s Literary Award with illustrator Delreè Dumont for their picture book This Land Is a Lullaby!
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Today’s Educator Newsletter is chock-full of books that make great read-alouds for your classroom!
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Can you imagine? Perfect picture book picks to read aloud 💫
Email from Orca Book Publishers Plus new curated school collections! Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Art by Julie McLaughlin from Star Sailor Today’s picture books celebrate th
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about 2 months ago
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This Land Is a Lullaby has won the 2025 Governor General’s Literary Award in the Young People’s Literature — Illustrated Books category! Our heartfelt congratulations to author Tonya Simpson and illustrator Delreé Dumont!
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Ever wondered why humans first started measuring time, communicating secrets or developing parks? This week’s Educator Newsletter is all about the Orca Timeline series of nonfiction books that look at the past, present and future of a topic and how it has shaped humanity.
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New STEAM books that explore how history shapes the future
Email from Orca Book Publishers Last chance to shop our Friends and Family Sale! Can‘t view images? Open this email in your web browser. Ever wondered why humans first started measuring time, communic
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2 months ago
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The highly anticipated follow-up to Kim Spencer’s acclaimed middle-grade debut, Weird Rules to Follow, is out now. Check out the Orca Blog to hear from the author about writing book two, I Won't Feel This Way Forever.
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Kim Spencer on writing I Won't Feel This Way Forever
In this middle-grade, follow-up novel to Weird Rules to Follow, Mia's beloved grandmother gets sick and is sent to a Vancouver hospital.
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Are you an educator looking for books for tech-savvy kids? We have a booklist for you in this week's Educator Newsletter!
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Books for tech-savvy kids 🤖
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2 months ago
Did you know about 170,000 wood bison once roamed northern regions? This educational book for kids teaches them about the role of bison in our ecosystem and the call for their conservation. 🦬 Now available from
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Hummingbird / Aamo-binashee has won the Richard Allen Chase Memorial Award! 🏆 Congratulations to the creators Jennifer Leason and Norman Chartrand on this amazing achievement. Read more about the winners here:
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My Life as a Diamond is featured in this baseball book roundup by CBC! This middle-grade novel by Jenny Manzer follows talented baseball player Caspar Cadman who lives with a secret.
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15 books about baseball to celebrate the Blue Jays in the World Series | CBC Books
Batter up! With the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series and an entire country cheering them on, CBC Books has put together this reading list of baseball-themed books by Canadian authors.
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2 months ago
Root, root, root for the home team! 🍁 Best of luck to the Toronto Blue Jays at the World Series! Book featured: Lucy Tries Baseball by Lisa Bowes & James Hearne
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The World Series starts tonight! Who are you cheering for? ⚾ In Lucy Tries Baseball, Lucy and friends learn the fundamentals of the sport, including catching, hitting and fielding! ⚾ Written by Lisa Bowes and illustrated by James Hearne.
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These two beautiful books are finalists for the 2025 Governor General's Literary Awards in the Young People’s Literature – Illustrated Books category! 📚This Land is a Lullaby by Tonya Simpson and Delreé Dumont 📚The Rock and the Butterfly by Kathy Stinson and Brooke Kerrigan
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📩 Did you check your inbox for the Orca Educator Newsletter today? There might be something special waiting!
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Our Fall Friends & Family Sale is here!
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3 months ago
One week until my “Better With Bison” webinar at the North American Bison Discovery Center. Join me Oct. 25, 1PM CT, to learn about what makes bison so special. ✅ FREE to attend | virtual | kids and adults welcome 🔗 Join here:
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These amazing books are nominated for the 2026 Forest of Reading awards! 🎉
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The highly anticipated follow-up to Kim Spencer’s acclaimed middle-grade debut, Weird Rules to Follow, is here! Learn more in today's Educator Newsletter ✉️
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The follow-up novel to Weird Rules to Follow is here!
Email from Orca Book Publishers Plus a chance to win a class visit with the author! The highly anticipated follow-up to Kim Spencer’s acclaimed middle-grade debut, Weird Rules to Follow, is here! NEW
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3 months ago
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Looking for books that say 😱👻🍂🎃? Try these Halloween stories for readers at all levels!
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Halloween stories for readers at all levels! 🎃
Email from Orca Book Publishers A mix of frights, chills and laughs Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. October is here and Halloween excitement has begun! Look no further for age-
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Are you an educator looking for age-appropriate horror for your students? Look no further for stories that young readers will find scary and thrilling—and that meets them where they’re at.
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Halloween stories for readers at all levels! 🎃
Email from Orca Book Publishers A mix of frights, chills and laughs Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. October is here and Halloween excitement has begun! Look no further for age-
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The youngest generations are already using AI technology every day, from chatbots to smart home devices. But how does it work? And what concerns does it raise? Hear from author Helaine Becker on her new book about AI for middle-grade readers, Smart Machines!
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Helaine Becker on AI and writing Smart Machines
Helaine Becker's new book Smart Machines introduces young readers to artificial intelligence (AI) and how this technology will influence...
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Waste can be a resource and tool to help the planet. In What a Waste, young readers discover cutting-edge projects and actions they can take to reuse and repurpose garbage. Hear from the author, Karen Tam Wu, on her inspiration on the Orca Blog!
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Author Karen Tam Wu doesn't just talk trash, she reuses it!
Our garbage doesn't have to be trash. Waste can be a resource and tool to help the planet. In What a Waste, discover cutting-edge projects...
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We're so excited to introduce the 2025 Lane Anderson Award Young Reader Shortlist! Visit our website for more info:
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For the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (and all year long) we've created a booklist to highlight the voices of First Nations, Inuit and Métis writers from across Canada. Book list:
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Truth and Reconciliation Book List
For the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (and all year long) we've created a booklist to highlight the voices of First Nations, Inuit and Métis writers from across Canada. We believe in the p...
https://bookcentre.ca/blogs/articles/truth-and-reconciliation-booklist
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“One affirmation is ‘We are the children of Chiefs’ because it is a reminder of the strength, dignity and leadership carried within us through our ancestors.” —Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince on their book Remember Who You Are. Read the full Q&A on the Orca Blog
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Bestselling authors on writing Remember Who You Are
From bestselling authors Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince comes a new picture book that empowers young readers to embrace their...
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Educators, check out these new and current coming-of-age novels about family that middle-grade readers can relate to! These books can support lessons on character studies and developing self-awareness, compassion, and resilience.
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Coming-of-age stories about family, resilience and being true to yourself ❤️
Email from Orca Book Publishers Character studies fiction for gr. 4–8 Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Check out these new and current coming-of-age novels about family that mid
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4 months ago
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“As Indigenous authors, we have seen how important it is for young readers to see themselves reflected in books that affirm their worth and belonging. This story grew from that vision.” — Authors Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince on their new picture book.
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Bestselling authors on writing Remember Who You Are
From bestselling authors Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince comes a new picture book that empowers young readers to embrace their...
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If you are in Victoria tonight join us in celebrating Bolen Books’ 50th anniversary with a group book launch! 🎉 Meet the creators, enjoy refreshments and get a book signed! All ages are welcome. Where: Bolen Books When: Sept. 17 at 7 p.m (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) RSVP:
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This week's Educator Newsletter highlights new chapter books and graphic novels for primary grades that are sure to capture independent readers’ attention!
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Your students new favourite series! 📚 ✏️
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📨Check your inbox for the Orca Educator Newsletter! This week, we are highlighting high-interest, low reading level books that are exciting and, regardless of reading ability, are stories your whole class can enjoy.
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Thrilling new hi-lo books that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
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4 months ago
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Looking for new picture books to use in the classroom? We’ve got a stellar fall lineup! From fun and silly to comforting and empowering, there are strong curriculum connections for your classroom—and there’s something for every reader.
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New picture books coming this fall! 🍂
Email from Plus a first look at our new school collections Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Art by Brady Sato from Maya Inside. We’ve got a stellar lineup of picture books comin
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From the bestselling authors of Be a Good Ancestor comes an empowering new picture book! Remember Who You Are reminds young readers of their cultural roots, the wisdom of their ancestors and their own potential. Preorder now:
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📣Calling all educators! We’ve got a stellar lineup of fall picture books for you. From fun and silly, and comforting and empowering, to factual and enlightening stories there are strong curriculum connections for your classroom—and there’s something for every reader.
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New picture books coming this fall! 🍂
Email from Plus a first look at our new school collections Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Art by Brady Sato from Maya Inside. We’ve got a stellar lineup of picture books comin
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Ever wondered what the process is for writing and illustrating a graphic novel? Well here's your chance! Find out how Nancy Deas and Mike Deas create new stories in their Sueño Bay Adventures graphic novel series.
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Creating Sueño Bay: Q&A with graphic novel series team Nancy Deas and Mike Deas
In the sixth installment of the Sueño Bay Adventures graphic novel series, Kay fights her fear of kayaking to join her friends on a...
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Exciting news from The Canadian Children's Book Centre! They just released the finalists for their book awards, and we have five titles on the list! 🎉
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Honouring Excellence in Canadian Books for Young People: Finalists Ann
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Toronto (August 27, 2025)—The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) is excited to announce the finalists for the following seven major awards celebrating Canadian books for you...
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We’re kicking off this new school year with book recommendations for Zero-Waste Week, taking place September 1–5! Every day is a good day to care about the health of our planet. Check out the books in the Orca Educator Newsletter.
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Actionable ways to reduce waste and protect the planet 🌎
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It's publishing day! See what's new for kids and teens at
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Excited to be back on
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