by Rachel McGarry | Apr 5, 2019
Have you ever been told that your dreams are impossible? For Tererai, a young girl growing up in rural Rhodesia, learning was difficult. Girls didn’t go to school with their brothers; they stayed home to cook, clean, and bring supplies to their village. Tererai uses...
by Rachel McGarry | Mar 19, 2019
When Old Turtle spoke, all the beings of the world became quiet and listened. She hardly ever said anything. It started out as an argument long ago. Back then, all the beings of the world (animals, rocks, wind, water, trees, birds, and fish) could understand each...
by Rachel McGarry | Mar 4, 2019
This dark, funny, and clever story takes place at Camp Green Lake, a boys’ detention centre. There is no lake at Camp Green Lake. And the boys spend all day digging holes to “build character.” This book is about bad boys being punished in harsh conditions. It’s an...
by Rachel McGarry | Feb 19, 2019
When your bucket is empty, it’s hard to feel good. My bucket has been emptied this past year dealing with my child’s behaviour, family pressures, and a whole lot of unexpected twists and turns. What’s going on in our lives and every day interactions can fill or empty...
by Rachel McGarry | Feb 4, 2019
Sometimes I wonder why adults think children’s books are not for them. Journey to the River Sea is a great example of a kids’ book you don’t want to miss! The plot is so exciting, you won’t be able to put it down. Read it with a young person you love or simply enjoy...
