Text © 2021 Paul Harbridge Illustrations © 2021 Josée Bisaillon. Reproduced by permission of Tundra Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House Canada Young Readers, a Penguin Random House Company, Toronto. World Down Syndrome Day March 21, National Down Syndrome Week Oct. When her grandfather takes ill suddenly, it's up to Kate–but can she really make all those deliveries, even to grumpy old Walter? She has to try! Based on the author's sister, Kate is a lovable, brave, smart and feisty character who will capture your heart in this gorgeous and moving story about facing fears and gaining independence.ĭistinctions: Finalist, 2021 Governor General's Literary Award for young people's literature-illustrated books. For the kids in town, it’s Christmas in November. The beaver flood has finally frozenperfect ice, without a bump or a ripple. At once nostalgic and timely, this is a gorgeous book that will speak to readers young and old. Her grandmother even teaches her to pilot the boat all by herself! In this atmospheric story, a group of kids play hockey on a frozen lake by moonlight. And she makes best friends with her grandparents' dog, Parbuckle. She helps her grandfather with his grocery deliveries by boat, where she meets all the neighbors, including a very grumpy old man named Walter.

She's nervous but excited at the adventure ahead. It's Kate's first time visiting her grandparents on her own at their lakeside home. In this atmospheric story, a group of kids play hockey on a frozen lake by moonlight. An empowering and necessary picture book about a young girl with Down Syndrome who gains confidence and independence through a visit to her grandparents.

When the Moon Comes by Paul Harbridge