Sometimes the world feels dark and cold, and we need stories like bowls of hot soup on a bitter day. Books can fill us with warmth, inspire us, or make us laugh and forget about our worries. It doesn't matter what kind of book you pick for this Reading Challenge category. A fictional story, a true story, a joke book. As long as it lifts your spirits, that's what matters!
Finished the challenge? Congrats! Remember to let a grown-up know if you want to enter the prize draw. You need to have a library card and to fill out this form by January 2, 2022.
Forgotten Fairy Tales of Kindness and Courage by Mary Sebag-Montefiore
Fairy tales remind us to be true to ourselves and reassure us that good triumphs over evil. These timeless stories open gateways to magic and adventure.
Funny Animals series
Did you know that looking at pictures of cute animals can improve your mood? Combine them with hilarious jokes and stories for an extra boost!
My Heart Flies Open by Omileye Achikeobi-Lewis
The world can be a noisy and stressful place. Try these yoga poses to move through your feelings and be at peace in your body.
No Voice Too Small by Lindsay H. Metcalf, Jeanette Bradley and Keila V. Dawson
Kids like you can make a difference! Meet 14 young activists who are taking action, whether it's fighting for clean water or the right to play soccer.
What Kids Did: Stories of Kindness and Invention in the Time of COVID-19 by Erin Silver
In 2020, a pandemic changed everything and turned our daily lives upside down. But kids around the world (some here in Toronto!) came up with creative ways to help their communities.