Inspire young girls and boys with these fearless female characters by authors from China, Spain, and Quebec. From a young girl who delights in the music and beauty of nature to another who orchestrates an impromptu moonlight concert, find positive representation and empowering messages here for every reader.
Music All Around One Story, One Song
Inspired by her daughter, author Gema Sirvent created the character of Sofia, a curious and expressive young girl. On a trip to her grandparents, she discovers the music of the night and the wonder of nature. Read more.
Han Han paints the character Xiaomi with memories and scenes of her own childhood. When the power goes out one hot summer evening, Xiaomi orchestrates a concert under the stars with her neighbours. Read more.
In this story by Gilles Vigneault, Sophie spends her days enjoying life’s small discoveries in a tiny seaside village. Her exchanges with her great-uncle lead to teachings about how value is determined by the intentions of the heart. Read more.
On a cold winter night, a young girl dreams of visiting her faraway grandfather in China. The young Canadian dreams of teaching him French while learning about her cultural heritage. Read more.
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4 Children’s Books with Fearless Female Characters
Inspire young girls and boys with these fearless female characters by authors from China, Spain, and Quebec. From a young girl who delights in the music and beauty of nature to another who orchestrates an impromptu moonlight concert, find positive representation and empowering messages here for every reader.
One Story, One Song
Inspired by her daughter, author Gema Sirvent created the character of Sofia, a curious and expressive young girl. On a trip to her grandparents, she discovers the music of the night and the wonder of nature. Read more.
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One Story, One Song
Han Han paints the character Xiaomi with memories and scenes of her own childhood. When the power goes out one hot summer evening, Xiaomi orchestrates a concert under the stars with her neighbours. Read more.
Bookshop | Shop Local (Canada) | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Indigo
In this story by Gilles Vigneault, Sophie spends her days enjoying life’s small discoveries in a tiny seaside village. Her exchanges with her great-uncle lead to teachings about how value is determined by the intentions of the heart. Read more.
Bookshop | Shop Local (Canada) | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Indigo
On a cold winter night, a young girl dreams of visiting her faraway grandfather in China. The young Canadian dreams of teaching him French while learning about her cultural heritage. Read more.
Bookshop | Shop Local (Canada) | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Indigo
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay informed about our new releases and events and for a chance to win our subscriber giveaway. To order books for your library or bookstore, please contact Hornblower Books/University of Toronto Press (Canada, United States) and MMS/BookSource (United Kingdom). For additional information, email info@thesecretmountain.com.