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It's hard to believe another year is winding down and the holidays are just around the corner. Thank you to all the educators who foster a love of reading and critical thinking skills in their students—you are the brightest STARS of the year! While we are celebrating stars, here is a look back at our books with starred reviews this year—from picture books and a hi-lo novel to middle-grade and YA nonfiction.

We also have a new star in the Orca Pod: Alex Valiquette! Alex is a bilingual specialist who has joined our sales team and will be an excellent resource for francophone customers and French accounts. You can say bonjour and send her your questions at alex@orcabook.com.

NEW! Picture Book | PreK–K

Hardcover $21.95 | Ebook $17.99

★ “This eloquent and insightful picture book...honors the enduring relationship between a child, their ancestors, and the land.”

—Booklist, starred review

As daylight fades to dusk and slips into darkness, this gentle lullaby celebrates the sounds of the Prairies and the Plains on a stormy summer's night.

★ “Colorful illustrations in classic comic-book style help readers explore the challenging landscape. An excellent choice for a book report and good addition to a children’s nonfiction collection.”

—School Library Journal (SLJ), starred review

The true story of how a young Indigenous girl survived nine days after getting lost during a snowstorm in northern Canada. This powerful tale of survival is written by Ilse Schweder's granddaughter.

NEW! Graphic Novel | Gr. 4–7

Paperback $19.95

NEW! Picture Book | PreK–K

Hardcover $19.95 | Ebook $16.99

★ “The narrative is upbeat and provides opportunities for counting and talking about dressing to go outside.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Sally the dog gets dressed in her boots and coat to head out to the park on a cold winter's day. There are other pups to play with and even snowdogs to sniff before she heads home for a nap.

Explore more new experiences with Sally!

Picture Book | PreK–K

Hardcover $19.95 | Ebook $16.99

Picture Book | PreK–K

Hardcover $19.95 | Ebook $16.99

★ “Discusses illness and depression with gentleness that helps make the big feelings that can go with them less overwhelming.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Picture Book | Gr. 1–3

Hardcover $21.95 | Ebook $17.99

A love of pie brings a young girl and her grandfather together in this moving story about connection and compassion.

★ “A thoroughly engaging, fact-filled book with audacious and memorable animal responses to predators. A must-have for every library.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Nonfiction Picture Book | Gr. 1–3

Hardcover $21.95 | Ebook $17.99

Explore the unique and disgusting things that animals sometimes do when they're scared!

★ “Rae provides all the information readers want to know [and] skillfully broaches the topic of anti-vaccination.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Nonfiction | Gr. 4–7

Hardcover $29.95 | Accessible Ebook $23.99

Examine the history, science, ethics and social issues related to infectious diseases and vaccines.

★ “Polak’s text explores memory from numerous angles and adapts its tone accordingly, from humorous to respectful and solemn when needed. The real-life examples are fascinating, and readers will come away with in-depth knowledge on the mind.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Nonfiction | Gr. 4–7

Hardcover $26.95 | Accessible Ebook $21.99

Explore the art and science of memory and what it can tell us about ourselves and the world we live in.

★ “This hi-lo title excels in the genre, packaging an accessible, dyslexia-friendly text with a compelling plot and likable protagonist whose journey readers will happily follow.”

—School Library Journal, starred review

Hi-Lo Fiction | Reading Level 2.7 | Gr. 4–7

Paperback $10.95 | Accessible Ebook $8.99

Can Zevi use his psychic powers to save the life of a famous movie star?

★ “This informative and inspiring offering should help teens assert their rights.”

— Booklist, starred review

Nonfiction | Gr. 8+

Hardcover $29.95 | Accessible Ebook $23.99

Stories of five resilient girls growing up around the world and some of the injustices they face.

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