Children’s Books

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Illustrated books for ages 8 to 11, drawn from our stories: real acts of kindness, told simply, to share at home or in class.

Jean Augustine

The Woman Who Stayed Standing

On December 14, 1995, in the House of Commons, MP Jean Augustine stays standing during the vote that makes February Black History Month in Canada. A true story about quiet courage and the memory we build together.

Picture book · ages 8 to 11 · paperback and Kindle

Kindle

Also in French : Celle qui est restée debout · Kindle · Paperback

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