6 has a problem. Everyone knows that 7 is always after him. Word on the street is that 7 ate 9. If that's true, 6's days are numbered. Lucky for him, Private I is on the case. But the facts just don't add up. It's odd. Will Private I...
BC Summer Reading Club 2021
This collection of summer reading club titles are an excellent source of reading material for young readers.
- Author:Lazar, TaraSummary:
- Author:Campbell, Nicola I.Summary:
Set in the Okanagan, BC, a First Nations family goes on an outing to forage for herbs and mushrooms. Grandmother passes down her knowledge of plant life to her young grandchildren.
- Author:Albee, SarahSummary:
Secret treasures are buried all around us — you just have to look for them! Accidental Archaeologists takes you on an adventure through time to relive some of the coolest surprise discoveries by totally ordinary people all over the...
- Author:Andrea, BeatySummary:
2017 Parent's Choice Award Winner! Like her classmates, builder Iggy and inventor Rosie, scientist Ada, a character of color, has a boundless imagination and has always been hopelessly curious. Why are there pointy things stuck to a...
- Author:Shapiro, EsméSummary:
Alma's beautiful, hairy world is turned upside down by the arrival of a stranger. From the utterly original imagination of the author-illustrator of Ooko comes a story about celebrating differences and making new friends. For fans of...
- Author:Bailey, LindaSummary:
When her sister becomes ill, Annie and her dog Carson set out on a trip across Canada to see her, visiting Saskatchewan, Quebec, and Prince Edward Island on the way.
- Author:Georgia, BraggSummary:
A humorous look at how famous people got caught, including Joan of Arc, Blackbeard, Al Capone, and more! From the award-winning team that brought you How They Croaked and How They Choked.
Outlaw, assassin, art thief, and spy,...
- Author:Andros, CamilleSummary:
Charlotte is a serious scientist. She solves important problems by following the scientific method. She has all the right equipment: protective glasses, a lab coat, a clipboard, and a magnifying glass. What she doesn't have is space....
- Author:Hirsch, Rebecca E.Summary:
In the twenty-first century, because of climate change and other human activities, many animal species have become extinct, and many others are at risk of extinction. Once they are gone, we cannot bring them back—or can we? With...
- Author:Johnson, Terry LynnSummary:
A riveting adventure about a musher who sets out to prove her impaired vision won't hold her back from competing in a rigorous sled race through the Canadian wilderness. McKenna Barney is trying to hide her worsening eyesight and...
- Author:Elliott, ZettaSummary:
The dragon's out of the bag in this diverse, young urban fantasy from an award-winning author!
When Jaxon is sent to spend the day with a mean old lady his mother calls Ma, he finds out she's not his grandmother—but she is a... - Author:Spires, AshleySummary:
The award-winning author of The Most Magnificent Thing introduces the value of science and inquiry to young readers with humor and heart. For fans of Ada Twist, Scientist and Hidden Figures . Esther the fairy doesn't believe in magic....
- Author:Martin, LauraSummary:
From the critically acclaimed author of Float comes a new whirlwind adventure about a pair of kids who must break all the rules of time travel, perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and John David Anderson.
Regan Fitz and Elliot... - Author:Kinew, WabSummary:
Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including...
- Author:Phelan, MattSummary:
Renowned for their courage, their chivalry, and their ability to fight mythical creatures, the Knights of the Round Table must face their most dangerous opponents yet—DINOSAURS!
This heavily illustrated middle grade novel from... - Author:Hughes, AlisonSummary:
Flynn has no interest in the outdoors, but when he gets lost in the wilderness it's surprising what he remembers -- and how hopelessly inept he is at survival techniques.
- Author:Barnett, MacSummary:
The precious Crown Jewels have been stolen, and there's only one person who can help the Queen: her newest secret agent, Mac B. To help her, he must travel around the globe in search of the stolen treasure...but will he find it in time?...
- Author:Smith, Alex T.Summary:
Meet Mr. Penguin: adventurer (and penguin). He has a dashing hat. A battered satchel. And a kung-fu spider sidekick. Now he just needs an adventure!
- Author:Savage, MelissaSummary:
Fans of Erin Entrada Kelly's Hello, Universe and Melissa's own Lemons will devour this voice-driven novel packed with humor and heart about two friends who head off on an adventure to find the Loch Ness Monster. Ada Ru finally thought...
- Author:Pflugfelder, Bob., Hockensmith, SteveSummary:
Nick and Tesla are bright 12-year-old siblings with a knack for science, electronics, and getting into trouble. When their parents mysteriously vanish, they're sent to live with their Uncle Newt, a brilliant inventor who engineers top-...