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Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the August FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: The Signs and Wonders of Tuna Rashad by Natasha Deen; The Antiracist Kitchen edited by Nadia L. Hohn and illustrated by Roza Nozari; Julie and the Mango Tree by Sadé Smith and illustrated by Sayada Ramdial; and Little Black Lives Matter by Khodi Dill and illustrated by Chelsea Charles. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

August FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A novel or book of poetry by a Caribbean author

Jul 24, 2024

By Alexandra Yeboah The Caribbean is made up of many diverse and vibrant cultures, each with their own traditions, music, dishes, festivals and influences. In the region alone, there are people of African, European, Indigenous, Asian, and Middle Eastern decent. Here in Canada, we celebrate the rich heritage of Caribbeans in October, where we are...

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Pitch Perfect: KidLit Edition at FOLD Kids Book Fest 2024 (FAQs)

Jul 5, 2024

What do you do with a KidLit manuscript when you think it might be done? You PITCH IT. Submissions are OPEN. Deadline is Wednesday, September 4 at 11:30PM ET. Pitch Perfect: KidLit Edition is back! If you have a draft of a picture book or a book for preteens or teens, and you’re not...

Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the July FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: The Words We Share by Jack Wong; Abuelita and Me by Leonarda Carranza and Rafael Mayani; Let's Go by Julie Flett; Next Door by Deborah Kerbel and illustrated by Isaac Liang. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

July FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A book that explores a different language from an independent Canadian press

Jul 1, 2024

By Anita Ragunathan The developmental benefits of multilingualism for children are many and include improved problem-solving, multitasking, and creativity. Children’s publishers have tapped into this market with Dual Language books that encourage young children to read and learn the many languages spoken inside and outside of their households. This selection includes Dual Language picture books...

Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the June FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: Hopeless in Hope by Wanda John-Kehewin; The Case of the Pilfered Pin by Michael Hutchinson; Auntie’s Rez Surprise by Heather O’Watch, illustrated by Ellie Arscott. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

June FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A book by a Cree author

May 31, 2024

By Calyssa Erb June is Indigenous Peoples’ Month and this month, we’re highlighting stories from Cree authors. Cree, or nehiyawak, are the most widespread Indigenous peoples. Their traditional territory spans from Alberta to Quebec. This month, dive into stories of confidence, mystery, and family from Cree authors. 1) Hopeless in Hope by Wanda John-Kehewin...

Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the May FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: The Night Diary by Veera Hiranandani; Orange for the Sunsets by Tina Athaide; The Lion Queen: Rasila Vadher, the First Woman Guardian of the Last Asiatic Lions by Rina Singh, illustrated byTara Anand. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

May FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A book based on a true story by a South Asian author

May 1, 2024

By Ardo Omer This month, we’re reading books based on true stories by South Asian authors. Starting us off is The Night Diary by Veera Hiranandani which is a middle grade novel inspired by the 1947 partition of India and Pakistan. We have another middle grade novel by Canadian Tina Athaide about the expulsion of the Indian minority...

Submit to the FOLD Kids Program. Deadline June 30. It features an image of a pencil that have things exploding out of it like a castle, a turtle, rocketship etc

Submit to the 2024 FOLD Kids Book Fest Program!

Apr 20, 2024

The 2024 FOLD Kids Book Fest program is now open for submissions! Every year, FOLD Kids Book Fest publishes a unique festival program which includes the festival schedule and writing from young authors ages 6 – 14 across Canada. In 2024, we are pleased to accept submissions of poetry (any length) and short stories (up to 500 words) to...

Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the April FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: If I Tell You the Truth by Jasmin Kaur; My Name Is Saajin Singh by Kuljinder Kaur Brar and illustrated by Samrath Kaur; and Kamal's Kes by Baljinder Kaur. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

April FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A book by a Sikh Author

Apr 1, 2024

By Rahma Shere Happy spring! For this month, we’re highlighting three books featuring stories by Sikh authors that act as a means of reclaiming identity and healing. In Jasmin Kaur’s sophomore YA novel, If I Tell You The Truth, a mother and daughter find courage and community to heal as they navigate past trauma and fear...

Rectangular graphic with green border showcasing the book covers for the titles chosen for the March FOLD Kids Challenge. The titles are: COLD by Mariko Tamaki; Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes; and Stella and the Mystery of the Missing Tooth by Clothilde Ewing and illustrated by Lynn Gaines. Below the text is the website: thefoldcanada.org/kidschallenge24.

March FOLD Kids 2024 Challenge: A mystery book by a racialized author

Mar 1, 2024

By Meena Johal For the month of March, we’ve decided to highlight books featuring a mystery by a racialized author. All of the books that we’ve shared are written by authors who are from or reside primarily in North America but represent various backgrounds from populations who have traditionally been underrepresented in traditional publishing. Did...

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Indigenous KidLit You Should Be Reading

Sep 12, 2023

September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and in honour of this day, we wanted to highlight children’s literature including picture books, middle grade and young adult titles by Indigenous Peoples. These titles have appeared on our 2023 Summer Reading List, were a FOLD Kids Book-of-the-Month pick and/or have participated in FOLD...

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