Finalist for the Governor General's Literary Award for FictionLonglisted for the 2022 Scotiabank Giller PrizeA National BestsellerWinner of the 2022 Indigenous Voices Awards' Published Prose in English PrizeShortlisted for the 2022 Amazon Canada First Novel AwardLonglisted for CBC Canada Reads 2022Longlisted for First Nations Community Reads 2022An Indigo Top 100 Book of 2021An Indigo Top 10 Best Canadian Fiction Book of 2021

People of all ages are fascinated by dinosaurs. And they have a lot of questions about them too:When and where did dinosaurs live?Are they mentioned in the Bible?What does the fossil evidence tell us about dinosaurs?There are some people who say dinosaurs lived millions of years ago, long before humans. But if the Bible is correct when it talks about God's creation of the world and universe, then dinosaurs and people both lived on the earth ...

Rutherford B. Hayes isn't always the first name kids hear when learning about U.S. presidents, but his story is filled with drama, courage, and lessons that still matter today. From his early years in a small Ohio town to his time as a Civil War soldier wounded on the battlefield, he showed determination and honesty that earned respect from those around him. Later, he became the president chosen in one of the closest and most contested elections in American history—an election decided by j...

A wagon train sets off full of hope—but their journey turns into one of the most famous survival stories in American history.This gripping true account takes young readers deep into the snowy Sierra Nevada mountains, where a group of families becomes trapped during one of the harshest winters ever recorded. What begins as a brave adventure across the west quickly becomes a fight to stay alive. With no way forward and no way back, they face freezing temperatures, hunger, and heartbr...

For nearly a thousand years, a great stone fortress has stood beside the River Thames—watching kings rise, queens fall, and history unfold behind its walls. Once a royal palace, later a prison, and even home to lions and ravens, this ancient stronghold has seen more drama, mystery, and change than almost any other place on Earth.This book invites young readers to step inside those walls and uncover the true stories that shaped one of the world's most legendary landmarks. They'll me...

Turning a truck into steady income doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when you approach hauling and delivery with a clear plan and the right mindset. Whether you want extra cash on the weekends or you’re ready to create a full-time venture, this guide walks you through the practical steps, strategies, and decisions that help transform a vehicle into a working business.Inside, you’ll find how to evaluate different opportunities, from local deliveries to junk hauling, moving help, a...

Prisons aren't just places with bars, locks, and guards—they're reflections of how a society decides to handle crime, fairness, and power. From the earliest punishments in Colonial America to today's debates about mass incarceration, the story of prisons is also the story of justice itself: who gets it, who doesn't, and why.This book takes teens on a gripping journey through the history of incarceration in the United States. You'll explore the harsh punishments of the past, the ris...

For over eight hundred years, a strange and marvelous tower has stood in the Italian city of Pisa—tilted, crooked, and yet unbroken. Generations have traveled from around the world to see it with their own eyes, puzzled by the same question: how can a building lean so far and not fall?This book brings the incredible story of the Leaning Tower to life for curious readers ages 7 to 12. From the bustling city Pisa once was, to the ambitious plans of its builders, to the shocking disco...

Beneath the dry cliffs of the Judean desert, a shepherd chasing after his goats stumbled on one of the greatest discoveries of all time—ancient scrolls hidden away in jars for thousands of years. These fragile pieces of parchment, covered in faded ink, turned out to be more than old writings. They were the voices of a people long gone, carrying stories, laws, prayers, and beliefs across centuries to reach us today.This book invites young readers on a journey through mystery, histor...

The rise of machines didn't just change how people worked—it transformed how they lived, thought, and imagined the future. In a matter of decades, the world shifted from quiet villages and hand tools to roaring factories, sprawling cities, and global connections. Steam engines powered trains that shrank distances, textile machines reshaped economies, and new inventions rewired daily life. But with progress came struggle: polluted skies, dangerous workplaces, child labor, and battles for ri...

Every December, neighborhoods come alive with glowing rooftops, twinkling trees, and dazzling displays. Behind those festive scenes, more and more entrepreneurs are discovering a profitable opportunity: turning holiday decorating into a thriving business. What was once a tradition reserved for homeowners with time and ladders is now a growing industry, with families, busy professionals, and businesses eager to outsource the work.This book is a step-by-step guide for anyone who want...

The division of India in 1947 was more than a political decision—it was one of the largest and most devastating human migrations in history. As borders were hastily drawn, millions of ordinary people found their homes suddenly on the “wrong” side of a line on a map. Families fled in fear, communities that had lived side by side for centuries fractured overnight, and trains packed with refugees rolled across the subcontinent, many never reaching their destination. Between one and two millio...