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The Teen Sex Trade
Jade Brooks grew up like any other kid — she played with friends, lovingly teased and was teased by her siblings, and excelled at school. It wasn't until she was removed from her family at age 11 that she felt something was wrong.
$22.95, Paperback
Bad Shot
A small-town basketball player is bullied by a teammate from a wealthier family. Set against the realistic backdrop of a struggling small town, Bad Shot explores the emotional realities of performance anxiety, socioeconomic status, and bullying.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 4
Epic Fail
Three teenagers from a multiracial, mixed-income neighborhood face the consequences of a traumatic sexual assault when photos of the incident appear online. A tough but realistic story about teen relationships, rape culture and how social media can magnify its impact.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Golden Game
Abbas and his soccer team of fellow refugees are playing in a big tournament. When a traffic accident triggers crippling flashbacks to war-torn Syria, Abbas perseveres to support his teammates through the competition.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 660LGunboats on the Great Lakes 1866-68
This book tells the story of three British gunboats that patrolled the Great lakes in the aftermath of the US Civil War when Canada was negotiating Confederation and under Fenian attack. Cheryl MacDonald explores the impact of Fenian invasions on Canada and how the presence of the gunboats helped guarantee Canadian sovereignty.$24.95, PaperbackMermaid Warrior Squad
At summer arts camp, shy Dylan and outgoing Coral create a comic book about mermaids. But when the camp bullies target Coral, can Dylan channel her inner mermaid warrior to save her and the final show?$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 8-12Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 620LRide or Die
Kanika, a 15-year-old Black girl from a small town, is lured into the sex trade when she falls for an older teenage boy. Based on true-events, this book recounts the physical and emotional abuse experienced by young victims of sex trafficking, and how one girl survives and escapes.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL610LSaving Grad
Vienna, a mixed Native American teen, and her mother struggle to escape her step-father's constant violence by moving to a new city to start new lives.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: HL610LStick Pick
When hockey player Janine is left paralyzed after a car accident, her best friend encourages her to get into sledge hockey. She quickly grows to love the sport and finds her voice speaking up for disabled people's rights.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: HL590LTournament Fugee
Unable to concentrate on his game because of the traumas he experienced in Syria, Victor, captain of a soccer team of refugee kids, discovers how to offer real leadership to his team during a national competition.$12.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 10-13Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 660LTrue to You
In the bizarre world of pro wrestling, a teenage hopeful finds a relationship where he can be true to himself as a gay guy.$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4
You're You
A believable portrayal of a politically active LGBTQ teen who has always identified as a lesbian. When Freyja finds herself attracted to a South Asian boy, she comes to a new identity for herself as bisexual.$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: HL500LHonest Politics Now
This book critically analyzes changes introduced and implemented over the last two decades intended to deal with ethical issues in politics using high-profile political scandals as case studies. With contributions from experts from across the country, this book explores the standards of accountability to which Canadian politicians are being held.
$24.95, PaperbackLove Is Love
Overweight and unhappy, Emmy is surprised when Jude is interested in her. Jude is transgender and Emmy has to decide if she can to put her own true self on the line for real love.$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 4Lexile Reading Level: 570LSame Love
When Adam reveals to his devout parents that he's gay, they send him to a Christian camp. But when he meets Paul, Adam realizes it's impossible to bury his attraction and "straighten out."$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 3Lexile Reading Level: 570L
Shipwrecks Off the East Coast
In this book, Carmel Vivier tells the stories of nine ill-fated vessels who navigated the treacherous waters of the Atlantic.$16.95, Paperback
The Joggins Fossil Cliffs
UNESCO World Heritage Site Joggins Fossil Cliffs offers an unprecedented glimpse into the Earth's history, bearing fossils of organisms from the tropical forests of the Coal Age. This visual book explores the site's fossils and the evolutionary research behind them.$17.98, PaperbackDoctors in Denial
In this book, Dr. Joel Lexchin examines the relationship between physicians and the pharmaceutical industry, urging for change in the Canadian medical profession and explaining how doctors have become dependents of the drug companies instead of champions of patients' health.$24.95, PaperbackFollow Your Heart
Nisha has always been a good Tamil daughter. Her parents want her to become a doctor or an engineer but what she really loves is writingÂ… and her classmate, Todd. Can love conquer obligation?$14.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 5Lexile Reading Level: 680LShopping Cart
