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We dream medicine dreams

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Boivin, Lisa. Winnipeg, MB: HighWater Press , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GV 200 BOI 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
From Dene artist and bioethicist Lisa Boivin comes this healing story of hope, dreams, and the special bond between grandfather and granddaughter. When a little girl dreams about a bear, her grandfather explains how we connect with the knowledge of our ancestors through dreams. Bear, Hawk, Caribou,…
Author
Boivin, Lisa
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
HighWater Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Hardcover; Non-paginated
Subject
Grief.Bereavement
Children's Emotions
Coping with Death
Indigenous
Abstract
From Dene artist and bioethicist Lisa Boivin comes this healing story of hope, dreams, and the special bond between grandfather and granddaughter. When a little girl dreams about a bear, her grandfather explains how we connect with the knowledge of our ancestors through dreams. Bear, Hawk, Caribou, and Wolf all have teachings to share to help us live a good life. But when Grampa gets sick and falls into a coma, the little girl must lean on his teachings as she learns to say goodbye. Masterful prose and stunning collage weave a gentle story about life and death that will touch the hearts of children and adults alike.
Recommended for children aged 6-8.
ISBN
9781553799870
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GV 200 BOI 2021

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The vagina bible : The vulva and the vagina--separating the myth from the medicine

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Gunter, Jen. Toronto, ON: Random House Canada , 2019.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GG 100 GUN 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"From the publisher's website: From Canadian OB/GYN, women's health advocate and New York Times columnist Dr. Jen Gunter: The Vagina Bible is a comprehensive, accessible antidote to the maelstrom of misinformation around female sexual health, and the ultimate guide to everything a person needs to k…
Author
Gunter, Jen
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
Random House Canada
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
Softcover ; xx, 420 p., illustrations
Subject
Gynecology
Women's Health
Women's Health-Hygiene
Women's Health. Gynecology
Abstract
"From the publisher's website: From Canadian OB/GYN, women's health advocate and New York Times columnist Dr. Jen Gunter: The Vagina Bible is a comprehensive, accessible antidote to the maelstrom of misinformation around female sexual health, and the ultimate guide to everything a person needs to know about the vagina and vulva.
"We are well into the twenty-first century and have access to more information than ever before, yet many people don't know that a vagina is self-cleaning, condoms should be used with a lubricant, eating sugar doesn't cause a yeast infection, and sex shouldn't be painful. As a physician with twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr. Jen Gunter is all too familiar with the fears, fallacies and misinformation that abound about vaginal health. On Twitter, she hilariously exposes unscientific wellness advice and debunks potentially harmful and stunningly unnecessary products from "vagina profiteers." Dr. Gunter knows the questions women (and men) have about female sexual health, and in The Vagina Bible, she answers them all.
"For:
- the sixteen-year-old trying to figure out tampons;
- the twenty-six-year-old wondering how to avoid a UTI;
- the thirty-six-year-old trans woman navigating her new anatomy;
- the forty-six-year-old worried about the changing appearance of her vulva;
- the fifty-six-year-old looking into the HPV vaccine for her daughter (and maybe herself);
- the sixty-six-year-old experiencing painful sex;
The Vagina Bible offers a repository of accurate information based on science, and delivered with wit and wisdom. This is the fact-based, inclusive, and empowering guide you deserve to advocate for your own body."--Provided by publisher.
ISBN
9780735277373
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GG 100 GUN 2019

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Our traditional medicines

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Williams, Sally. Nanaimo, BC: Strong Nations Publishing Inc. , 2018.
Material Type
Book
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Kwakwaka'wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people believe that our human spirit must be taken care of. We have medicines for taking care of our body, mind, emotions, and spirit. What do you do to take care of yourself?
Author
Williams, Sally
Editor
Mack, Terri
Place of Publication
Nanaimo, BC
Publisher
Strong Nations Publishing Inc.
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
softcover; 16 pages
Subject
Herbology/Medical Plants
Indigenous Health
Abstract
Kwakwaka'wakw (kwok-wok-ya-wokw) people believe that our human spirit must be taken care of. We have medicines for taking care of our body, mind, emotions, and spirit. What do you do to take care of yourself?
ISBN
9781771743099
Language
English
Material Type
Book

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Olsen, Angus. Angus Olsen , 2019.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2019
My Port is a short book about a child who has an implantable venous access port. It is useful for helping children become familiar with cancer therapy or any serious illness requiring port access.
Author
Olsen, Angus
Publisher
Angus Olsen
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
Paperback; [18p.]
Subject
Cancer - Coping
Cancer Therapy. Cancer Therapy - Combined Modalities
Children with Cancer
Children with Cancer-Coping
Abstract
My Port is a short book about a child who has an implantable venous access port. It is useful for helping children become familiar with cancer therapy or any serious illness requiring port access.
ISBN
9780648488316
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2019
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Olsen, Angus. Angus Olsen , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021a
In this book we meet a child who has cancer named Jane. Jane explains what cancer is and some of the therapies used to combat cancer while her own body exhibits some of the symptoms of cancer therapy. My Cancer was created to help young children entering cancer therapy understand and explain what i…
Author
Olsen, Angus
Publisher
Angus Olsen
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Paperback; [22p.]
Subject
Children with Cancer
Cancer Therapy. Cancer Therapy - Combined Modalities
Abstract
In this book we meet a child who has cancer named Jane. Jane explains what cancer is and some of the therapies used to combat cancer while her own body exhibits some of the symptoms of cancer therapy. My Cancer was created to help young children entering cancer therapy understand and explain what is happening to them.
ISBN
9780645151015
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021a
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Olsen, Angus. Angus Olsen , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021c
My Scans is a simple book for children designed in collaboration with parents of oncology children to help with anxiety associated with scans. This book includes short descriptions of experiences associated with Ultrasounds, PET scans, CT scans and MRI scans.
Author
Olsen, Angus
Publisher
Angus Olsen
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Paperback; [28p.]
Subject
Cancer - Coping
Cancer Therapy. Cancer Therapy - Combined Modalities
Children with Cancer
Children with Cancer-Coping
Abstract
My Scans is a simple book for children designed in collaboration with parents of oncology children to help with anxiety associated with scans. This book includes short descriptions of experiences associated with Ultrasounds, PET scans, CT scans and MRI scans.
ISBN
9780645151053
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021c
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Igel, Julie, Lim, Pearly. Three Hedgehog Press , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 100.5 IGE 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Do you know a kid who hates to wear socks?Then you?ll love this book! Parents and kids with sensory challenges will enjoy reading this fun book together. You?ll recognize the struggle and appreciate the surprisingly simple solution.
Author
Igel, Julie
Lim, Pearly
Publisher
Three Hedgehog Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
[n.p.]
Subject
Nervous System/Nervous System Diseases-Children
Brain
Parenting
Stress Reduction
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Abstract
Do you know a kid who hates to wear socks?Then you?ll love this book! Parents and kids with sensory challenges will enjoy reading this fun book together. You?ll recognize the struggle and appreciate the surprisingly simple solution.
ISBN
9781735589503
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 100.5 IGE 2021

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Fire in my heart, Ice in my Veins: A Journal for Teenagers Experiencing a Loss

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Traisman, Enid Samuel, Sieff, Ben (illustrator). Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 2002. Revised.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GV 200 TRA 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A journal for teens to make them understand that their feelings of loss are normal. It is intended for teens to write in it to be able to explore their feelings and get them out.
Author
Traisman, Enid Samuel
Sieff, Ben (illustrator)
Edition
Revised
Place of Publication
Omaha, NE
Publisher
Centering Corporation
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
Softcover: 64 p.
Subject
Grief. Bereavement
Abstract
A journal for teens to make them understand that their feelings of loss are normal. It is intended for teens to write in it to be able to explore their feelings and get them out.
ISBN
1-56123-056-1
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GV 200 TRA 2002

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My central line

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124199
Olsen, Angus. Angus Olsen , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021b
My Central Line is a book for infants who have received a Hickman Central Line for cancer therapy and other diseases. My Central Line introduces the Hickman line in a quick, simple way with beautiful, colourful easy to understand illustrations and easy read text.
Author
Olsen, Angus
Publisher
Angus Olsen
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Paperback; [18p.]
Subject
Children with Cancer
Cancer Therapy. Cancer Therapy - Combined Modalities
Abstract
My Central Line is a book for infants who have received a Hickman Central Line for cancer therapy and other diseases. My Central Line introduces the Hickman line in a quick, simple way with beautiful, colourful easy to understand illustrations and easy read text.
ISBN
978064848830
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 OLS 2021b
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My New Sibling

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Easton, Tom, Alder, Charlie [ill.]. London, Eng.: Franklin Watts , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
ELEM CF 150 EAS 2021
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
This first experiences series uncovers the worries and fears associated with big life changes that young children might experience and provides reassurance by explaining how they might feel and shows ways that children can learn to cope with these feelings.; The sensitively written story provides g…
Author
Easton, Tom
Alder, Charlie [ill.]
Place of Publication
London, Eng.
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Softcover
Series
New Adventures
Subject
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
This first experiences series uncovers the worries and fears associated with big life changes that young children might experience and provides reassurance by explaining how they might feel and shows ways that children can learn to cope with these feelings.
The sensitively written story provides guidance not only for children, but also for adults who want to help their child through these unsettling times in their lives.
Children can read the books on their own or can discuss the books with an adult. Notes for teachers and parents at the back of the books provide related advice and information to help them guide and support children.
ISBN
9781445159058
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
ELEM CF 150 EAS 2021

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Talking is not my thing

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Robbins, Rose. London, UK: Scallywag Press , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2020b
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
This little sister might not use words, but she's got plenty to say. Narrated through thought bubbles, this energetic book invites readers into the day of a nonverbal girl with autism. She has so much to do - games to play, spaghetti to eat, and a missing stuffed animal to find! Sometimes life can …
Author
Robbins, Rose
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Scallywag Press
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Hardcover; [no pagination]
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
This little sister might not use words, but she's got plenty to say. Narrated through thought bubbles, this energetic book invites readers into the day of a nonverbal girl with autism. She has so much to do - games to play, spaghetti to eat, and a missing stuffed animal to find! Sometimes life can be noisy and overwhelming, but something new is always around the corner. Talking isn't the only way to make a joke, ask for Grandma's help, or surprise your brother
Illustrated in bright colors, Talking Is Not My Thing is a joyful portrait of neurodiverse family life.
ISBN
9781912650590
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2020b

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My friend Isabelle

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Woloson, Eliza, Gough, Bryan (illustrator). [Bethesda, MD]: Woodbine House , 2003.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GI 310 WOL 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A young boy named Charlie describes the activities he shares with his friend Isabelle, a girl with Down Syndrome.
Author
Woloson, Eliza
Gough, Bryan (illustrator)
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
Woodbine House
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
Hardcover,(unpaged).
Subject
Friendship
Down Syndrome
Individuality
Picture Books
Abstract
A young boy named Charlie describes the activities he shares with his friend Isabelle, a girl with Down Syndrome.
ISBN
189062750X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GI 310 WOL 2003

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My child's sexuality

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Saint-Pierre, Frédérique, Viau, Marie-France. Montréal: QC: Éditions du CHU Sainte-Justine , 2009.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 880 SAU 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
The authors answer parents' questions about their child's sexuality.
Author
Saint-Pierre, Frédérique
Viau, Marie-France
Place of Publication
Montréal: QC
Publisher
Éditions du CHU Sainte-Justine
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Paperback, 76 p.
Subject
Sexuality
Child Behaviour
Parenting
Sexual Health
Abstract
The authors answer parents' questions about their child's sexuality.
ISBN
9782896191499
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 880 SAU 2009

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My gratitude jar

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Wiens, Kristin. [Victoria, BC?]: First Choice Books , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 720 WIE 2014
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
In this story, Jacob learns the value of gratitude (a key component of mindfulness).
Author
Wiens, Kristin
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
First Choice Books
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Paperback, 25 p.
Subject
Mindfulness
Emotional Health
Gratitude
Abstract
In this story, Jacob learns the value of gratitude (a key component of mindfulness).
ISBN
9781770845152
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 720 WIE 2014

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Out of my mind

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Draper, Sharon M. New York, NY: Atheneum Books for Young Readers , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 496 DRA 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Melody is not like most people. She cannot walk or talk, but she has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She is smarter than most of the adults who try to diagnose her and smarter than her classmates in her integrated classroom?the very same …
Author
Draper, Sharon M.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Softcover, 303 p.
Subject
Cerebral Palsy
Young Adults
Disabilities
Abstract
Melody is not like most people. She cannot walk or talk, but she has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She is smarter than most of the adults who try to diagnose her and smarter than her classmates in her integrated classroom?the very same classmates who dismiss her as mentally challenged, because she cannot tell them otherwise. But Melody refuses to be defined by cerebral palsy. And she?s determined to let everyone know it?somehow.
ISBN
9781416971719
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 496 DRA 2010

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My mouth is a volcano!

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Cook, Julia, Hartman, Carrie (ill.). Chattanooga, TN: National Center for Youth Issues , 2005.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 275 COO 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This book teaches children to manage their thoughts and words without interrupting.
Author
Cook, Julia
Hartman, Carrie (ill.)
Place of Publication
Chattanooga, TN
Publisher
National Center for Youth Issues
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
Paperback, ill., 32 p.
Subject
Life Skills
Abstract
This book teaches children to manage their thoughts and words without interrupting.
ISBN
9781931636858
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 275 COO 2005

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My brother Charlie

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Robinson Peete, Holly, Robinson Peete, Ryan, Evans, Shane W. (ill.). Scholastic Press , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2010
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
"Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. It's harder for him to make friends. Or show his true feelings. Or stay safe." But as his big sister tells us, for everything that Charlie can't do well, there are plenty more things that he's good at. He knows the names of all the American pre…
Author
Robinson Peete, Holly
Robinson Peete, Ryan
Evans, Shane W. (ill.)
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Paperback: 32 pages
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Autism
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Abstract
"Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. It's harder for him to make friends. Or show his true feelings. Or stay safe." But as his big sister tells us, for everything that Charlie can't do well, there are plenty more things that he's good at. He knows the names of all the American presidents. He knows stuff about airplanes. And he can even play the piano better than anyone he knows.
Actress and national autism spokesperson Holly Robinson Peete collaborates with her daughter on this book based on Holly's 10-year-old son, who has autism.
ISBN
9780545094665
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2010

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Me and my sister

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Robbins, Rose. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2020
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
Getting along with your sister is never easy, especially if your brains work in different ways! Based on the author's childhood, Me and My Sister is a gentle exploration of growing up with an autistic sibling.; Life in a neurodiverse home isn't straightforward: these siblings communicate and behave…
Author
Robbins, Rose
Place of Publication
Grand Rapids, MI
Publisher
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Hardcover; [no pagination]
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
Getting along with your sister is never easy, especially if your brains work in different ways! Based on the author's childhood, Me and My Sister is a gentle exploration of growing up with an autistic sibling.
Life in a neurodiverse home isn't straightforward: these siblings communicate and behave in different ways. They're also unique people with different likes and dislikes. Misunderstandings are bound to happen! But despite the occasional bickering and confusion, maybe this brother and sister can discover new ways to love and help one another.
Siblings of all backgrounds will connect to this playfully illustrated story about embracing difference.
ISBN
9780802855428
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 ROB 2020

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My cancer days

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Filigenzi, Courtney, Tadgell, Nicole [Ill.]. Atlanta, GA: American Cancer Society , 2016.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 FIL 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A young girl uses color to express her full range of emotions as she undergoes cancer treatment.
Author
Filigenzi, Courtney
Tadgell, Nicole [Ill.]
Place of Publication
Atlanta, GA
Publisher
American Cancer Society
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
Hardcover; Non-paginated
Subject
Children with Cancer-Coping
Children's Emotions
Abstract
A young girl uses color to express her full range of emotions as she undergoes cancer treatment.
ISBN
9781604430912
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 FIL 2016

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My brother Otto

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Raby, Meg, Pallmer, Elisa [ill.]. Layton, UT: Gibbs Smith , 2019.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 RAB 2019
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
My Brother Otto is a child-friendly, endearing, and fun picture book for children about the love, acceptance, and understanding a sister, Piper, has for her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum.; The book provides explanations for Otto?s differences and quirkiness in an easy-to-unders…
Author
Raby, Meg
Pallmer, Elisa [ill.]
Place of Publication
Layton, UT
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
Hardcover; no pagination
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Sibling Relationships
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Abstract
My Brother Otto is a child-friendly, endearing, and fun picture book for children about the love, acceptance, and understanding a sister, Piper, has for her little brother Otto, who is on the autism spectrum.
The book provides explanations for Otto?s differences and quirkiness in an easy-to-understand language, and highlights Otto?s desires for adventure and love?just like his peers.
My Brother Otto is a sweet story about a sister and a brother who engage in common, everyday experiences in their own unique way.
ISBN
9781423651543
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FM 272 RAB 2019

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