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Killing the Wittigo: Indigenous culture-based approaches to waking up, taking action, and doing the work of healing

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Methot, Suzanne. Toronto, ON: ECW Press , 2023.
Material Type
Book
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how trauma alters an individual's brain, body, and behavior. It explores how learned patterns of behavior - th…
Author
Methot, Suzanne
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
ECW Press
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Paperback; 255 pages
Subject
Trauma
Trauma Survivors
Indigenous Health
Family
Abstract
Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how trauma alters an individual's brain, body, and behavior. It explores how learned patterns of behavior - the ways people adapt to trauma to survive - are passed down within family systems, thereby affecting the functioning of entire communities. The book foregrounds Indigenous resilience through song lyrics and as-told-to stories by young people who have started their own journeys of decolonization, healing, and change. It also details the transformative work being done in urban and on-reserve communities through community-led projects and Indigenous-run institutions and community agencies. These stories offer concrete examples of the ways in which Indigenous peoples and communities are capable of healing in small and big ways - and they challenge readers to consider what the dominant society must do to create systemic change.
ISBN
9781770417243
Language
English
Material Type
Book

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Noah's garden: When someone you love is in the hospital

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Johnson, Mo, Josse, Annabelle [ill.]. [Somerville, MA]: Candlewick Press , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
SSC JUNIOR GK 210 JOH 2010
A hospital courtyard garden and a vivid imagination are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.; Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is…
Author
Johnson, Mo
Josse, Annabelle [ill.]
Place of Publication
[Somerville, MA]
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Hardcover; 32 pages
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
A hospital courtyard garden and a vivid imagination are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.
Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is suspended indefinitely for Noah, but in the true spirit of childhood, he spends his days in the hospital garden, creating an imaginary world, longing for the day when Jess can join him.
ISBN
9780763647827
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
SSC JUNIOR GK 210 JOH 2010
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Noah's garden: When someone you love is in the hospital

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Johnson, Mo, Josse, Annabelle [ill.]. [Somerville, MA]: Candlewick Press , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 JOH 2010
Availability
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A hospital courtyard garden and a vivid imagination are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.; Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is…
Author
Johnson, Mo
Josse, Annabelle [ill.]
Place of Publication
[Somerville, MA]
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Hardcover; 32 pages
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
A hospital courtyard garden and a vivid imagination are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough to join him.
Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is suspended indefinitely for Noah, but in the true spirit of childhood, he spends his days in the hospital garden, creating an imaginary world, longing for the day when Jess can join him.
ISBN
9780763647827
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 JOH 2010

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When Molly was in the hospital: A book for brothers and sisters of hospitalized children

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Duncan, Debbie. Windsor, CA: Rayve Productions , 1994.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 DUN 1994
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
This is a book offering support for young children when a brother or sister is in hospital. It explores the emotions that go through children's minds when a sibling is in hospital.
Author
Duncan, Debbie
Place of Publication
Windsor, CA
Publisher
Rayve Productions
Publication Date
1994
Physical Description
Hardcover, unpaged, ill.
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Picture Books
Abstract
This is a book offering support for young children when a brother or sister is in hospital. It explores the emotions that go through children's minds when a sibling is in hospital.
ISBN
1877810444
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 DUN 1994

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Hôpital (L')

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Ledu, Stephanie, Chenot, Patrick. Paris, France: Milan , 2009.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 LED 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Il y a les petits et les gros bobos... Pour les gros, on va à l'hôpital. Les infirmiers, les aides-soignants et les docteurs sont là pour s'occuper des patients. Ils auscultent, examinent et cherchent le bon traitement pour guérir les gens. C'est parti pour une visite guidée de l'hôpital !
Alternate Title
[L'hopital]
Author
Ledu, Stephanie
Chenot, Patrick
Place of Publication
Paris, France
Publisher
Milan
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Hardcover, 29 p.
Series
Mes p'tits docs
Subject
Hospitals
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
Il y a les petits et les gros bobos... Pour les gros, on va à l'hôpital. Les infirmiers, les aides-soignants et les docteurs sont là pour s'occuper des patients. Ils auscultent, examinent et cherchent le bon traitement pour guérir les gens. C'est parti pour une visite guidée de l'hôpital !
ISBN
9782745938060
Language
French
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 LED 2009

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Understanding the hospital team: Written by doctors for kids

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Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2018.
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Join Jonathan on his journey to learn about all the people on his health care team who will support him before, during, and after his medical procedure.
Alternate Title
Medikids
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Quigley, Columba
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Series
Medikids
Subject
Hospitals
Hospitalization
Hospitals Services
Children's Health
Children's Health-Pediatrics
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
Join Jonathan on his journey to learn about all the people on his health care team who will support him before, during, and after his medical procedure.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2018

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How do you care for a very sick bear?

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Bayer, Vanessa, Butcher, Rosie. New York, NY: Feiwel and Friends , 2019.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 BAY 2019
Availability
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From debut children's author Vanessa Bayer and illustrator Rosie Butcher, How Do You Care for a Very Sick Bear is a sweet picture book with advice for children and adults for dealing with a sick friend.; When someone dear is dealing with illness, it's difficult to know what to do or say. The actor …
Author
Bayer, Vanessa
Butcher, Rosie
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Feiwel and Friends
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
Hardcover; 20 pages
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Children with Cancer-Coping for Siblings
Children with Cancer-Coping
Children's Emotions
Abstract
From debut children's author Vanessa Bayer and illustrator Rosie Butcher, How Do You Care for a Very Sick Bear is a sweet picture book with advice for children and adults for dealing with a sick friend.
When someone dear is dealing with illness, it's difficult to know what to do or say. The actor Vanessa Bayer experienced this firsthand when she was treated for childhood leukemia. In her first children's book, she offers gentle, reassuring advice that people of all ages will appreciate.
Notes
For ages 2 - 6
ISBN
9781250298430
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 BAY 2019

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Meet the hospital team

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Renfrew, Ruth, deLoache, Shawn. New York, NY: Jumo , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2020
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Comic book featuring Medikidz, superhero experts on health and illness. Explains the roles of nurses, medical assistants, doctors, child life specialists, social workers, health educators, physical therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists and radiologic technicians.; Ages 7-12
Author
Renfrew, Ruth
deLoache, Shawn
Editor
Medikidz USA Inc.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Jumo
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Softcover; 8 p.
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
Comic book featuring Medikidz, superhero experts on health and illness. Explains the roles of nurses, medical assistants, doctors, child life specialists, social workers, health educators, physical therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists and radiologic technicians.
Ages 7-12
ISBN
9781644551646
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 REN 2020

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My powerful hair

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Lindstrom, Carole, Littlebird, Steph (ill.). New York, NY: Abram Books for Young Readers , 2023.
Material Type
Book
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Mom never had long hair - she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn't have long hair - hers was taken from her. But one young girl can't wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who…
Author
Lindstrom, Carole
Littlebird, Steph (ill.)
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Abram Books for Young Readers
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
Hardcover; 48
Subject
Self Concept (includes self-esteem)
Indigenous Health
Family
Trauma Survivors
Abstract
Mom never had long hair - she was told it was too wild. Grandma couldn't have long hair - hers was taken from her. But one young girl can't wait to grow her hair long: for herself, for her family, for her connection to her culture and the Earth, and to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her.
ISBN
9781419759437
Language
English
Material Type
Book

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The hospital: The inside story

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Nworta, Christle, Hsu, Ginnie. London, UK: Neon Squid , 2022.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR JB 200 NWO 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
It's another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this nonfiction story for kids.; This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr. Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the…
Author
Nworta, Christle
Hsu, Ginnie
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Neon Squid
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
Hardcover; 64 pages
Subject
Hospitals (general works)
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
It's another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this nonfiction story for kids.
This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr. Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the incredible people who keep you healthy, from surgeons to mental health therapists. Dr. Nwora also explains the science behind how things work, from X-rays to operating theaters.
Set over the course of one day, you?ll follow different patients through their trip to the hospital, including:
- A couple having a new baby
- A boy getting a cast for his broken arm
- A woman on her way to have an operation
As you turn the pages of this book, illustrated by Ginnie Hsu, marvel at the way hospital staff work together―see who prepares the food in the cafeteria, what goes on in the laundry room, and what doctors chat about during their coffee break.
Once you've read this book you'll realize hospitals are full of heroes!
Notes
For ages 6 - 10.
ISBN
9781684492046
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR JB 200 NWO 2022

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Sophie's story: I have cancer

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Dhalla, Safia (Sophie), Shahin, Sami. Independently published , 2022.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 SHA 2022
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Sophie is a strong and brave little girl who talks about how she had cancer at a very young age. Sophie takes you on a journey of her time at the hospital, her battle with cancer and a brief period of her life after, in remission. She is excited to share her story with other children to help them b…
Author
Dhalla, Safia (Sophie)
Shahin, Sami
Publisher
Independently published
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
Paperback; illustrated; 26 pages
Subject
Children with Cancer
Children's Hospitalization
Abstract
Sophie is a strong and brave little girl who talks about how she had cancer at a very young age. Sophie takes you on a journey of her time at the hospital, her battle with cancer and a brief period of her life after, in remission. She is excited to share her story with other children to help them be strong and brave as well.
Safia (Sophie) was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia at the age of 4 and has been in remission since August 1994. Safia always says, "It's because of BC Children's Hospital that I am alive." Safia wrote this book to help other children who are fighting the same battle she was at a young age. Proceeds from this book will be donated to the Michael Cuccione Childhood Cancer Research Program at BC Children's Hospital.
ISBN
978-0228870784
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 550 SHA 2022

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This is a hospital, not a zoo!

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Karim, Roberta, Truesdell, Sue (Illustrator). New York, NY: Houghton Mifflin , 1998.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 KAR 1998
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
Hospital patient Filbert MacFee transforms himself into a series of animals to avoid some unpleasant medical procedures, making the nurses so frustrated that he is finally allowed to go home.
Author
Karim, Roberta
Truesdell, Sue (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Publication Date
1998
Physical Description
Paperback, 48 p. : ill
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Picture Books
Abstract
Hospital patient Filbert MacFee transforms himself into a series of animals to avoid some unpleasant medical procedures, making the nurses so frustrated that he is finally allowed to go home.
Notes
Ages 4-8.
ISBN
0395720990
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 KAR 1998

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Elliott, Rebecca. London, Eng.: Lion Children's , 2011.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 ELL 2011
Availability
3 copies, 2 available
Toby loves his big sister Clemmie. She always looks after him and he looks after her - even when her disability means she has to go to hospital again. But they still find ways to have fun together - and their story will help encourage children facing a similar situation. Toby and Clemmie first appe…
Author
Elliott, Rebecca
Place of Publication
London, Eng.
Publisher
Lion Children's
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
Softcover, [no pagination]
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
Toby loves his big sister Clemmie. She always looks after him and he looks after her - even when her disability means she has to go to hospital again. But they still find ways to have fun together - and their story will help encourage children facing a similar situation. Toby and Clemmie first appeared in Just Because, in which Toby paints us a picture of his super big sister and all the things they do together - just because.
ISBN
9780745962696
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 ELL 2011

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Going to the hospital

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Civardi, Anne, Cartwright, Stephen (Illustrator). London, UK: Usborne Publishing Ltd. , 2005.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 CIV 2005
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
An introduction to the hospital for young children. Describes hospital situations and people such as nurses, surgeons, anaesthesia, and the hospital ward in an amusing, friendly way.
Author
Civardi, Anne
Cartwright, Stephen (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Ltd.
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
Softcover; 19 p.
Series
Usborne first experiences
Subject
Children's Hospitalization
Ear Diseases-Surgery
Abstract
An introduction to the hospital for young children. Describes hospital situations and people such as nurses, surgeons, anaesthesia, and the hospital ward in an amusing, friendly way.
Notes
Ages 4-7
ISBN
9780746066584
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 210 CIV 2005

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I sang you down from the stars

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Spillett-Sumner, Tasha, Goade, Michaela (ill.). Toronto, ON: Owl Kids Books , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Drawing from Indigenous creation stories and traditional teachings and illustrated in dazzling watercolors, I Sang You Down from the Stars is a tribute to the bond between mother and child.; The narrator gathers gifts for a medicine bundle in anticipation of her baby's birth; a fluffy white eagle p…
Author
Spillett-Sumner, Tasha
Goade, Michaela (ill.)
Place of Publication
Toronto, ON
Publisher
Owl Kids Books
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Hardcover; 32 pages
Subject
Pregnancy
Indigenous Health
Prenatal Care
Family
Abstract
Drawing from Indigenous creation stories and traditional teachings and illustrated in dazzling watercolors, I Sang You Down from the Stars is a tribute to the bond between mother and child.
The narrator gathers gifts for a medicine bundle in anticipation of her baby's birth; a fluffy white eagle plume, bunches of cedar and sage, a quilted star blanket, and a small stone from the river. When the baby arrives, the mother shares the bundle with her child and reveals the importance of each item inside. But when her family comes to meet the new arrival, she realizes the baby arrived with gifts of its own and that the baby is also a sacred bundle: a baby bundle.
ISBN
9781771474085
Language
English
Material Type
Book

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Drum from the heart

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Louie, Ren, Harvey, Karlene (ill.). Canada: Medicine Wheel Education , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Availability
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When he is gifted a handmade drum by his mother, Ren learns the teachings of the drum that she also passes down to him. Ren discovers that through this special drum, he is able to connect to his culture and find a confidence in his voice to joyfully share in singing the traditional songs of his Nuu…
Author
Louie, Ren
Harvey, Karlene (ill.)
Place of Publication
Canada
Publisher
Medicine Wheel Education
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Softcover; 34 pages
Subject
Indigenous Health
Abstract
When he is gifted a handmade drum by his mother, Ren learns the teachings of the drum that she also passes down to him. Ren discovers that through this special drum, he is able to connect to his culture and find a confidence in his voice to joyfully share in singing the traditional songs of his Nuu-chah-nulth Nation.
ISBN
9781989122884
Language
English
Material Type
Book

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We sang you home

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Van Camp, Richard, Flett, Julie (ill.). Victoria, BC: Orca Book Publishers , 2016.
Material Type
Book
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In this sweet and lyrical picture book, gentle rhythmic text captures the wonder new parents feel as they welcome baby into the world.
Author
Van Camp, Richard
Flett, Julie (ill.)
Place of Publication
Victoria, BC
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
Softcover; 24 pages
Subject
Family
Parenting
Indigenous Health
Abstract
In this sweet and lyrical picture book, gentle rhythmic text captures the wonder new parents feel as they welcome baby into the world.
ISBN
9781459820142
Language
English and Plains Cree
Material Type
Book

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