WTBA is a collection of and conversation about powerful books that strengthen, elevate, inspire and help to grow powerful, resilient kids. We're a book oriented guide for parents, grandparents, educators, aunts, uncles and anyone involved in nurturing children and caring for friends.
a great read for 12 ish to late teens
A book about writing a book. It follows the adventures of Tuesday McGillycuddy, an ordinary girl with an ordinary family and an ordinary dog. Except that it turns out things aren’t as ordinary as they appear!
An all-round wonderful life-affirming story about how Josh Spencer worked through his own suddenly and dramatically altered life circumstances and grew an amazing bookshop.
8 brilliant stories about real-life men who have impacted the world for good - in art, science, maths, literature and more.
for all ages
ages 8 to 12 years + the adults who read to them
Get to know the boisterous and loving Rabinovitch family as they prepare for Shabbes and then arrange and celebrate a marriage. A great read-aloud book - it will capture the imagination and hearts of adults and children alike.
A collection of three picture books about Hillary Clinton - her early life and career before she was nominated as Democratic candidate for President of the United States in 2016. (And one satirical picture book about Donald Trump.)
ages 4 to 12 years
Set in USA. Even though she couldn't vote, Victoria Woodhull ran for President of the United States in 1872. She was a remarkable woman with a difficult life who had a passion for equality and she gave her all to the cause.
ages 8 years and up
Books can be the ideal place to search for ideas, or new dreams, or role models. Here, Lisa Bu shares some favourites and talks about he joys of comparing and contrasting - a great way to approach reading and life!
Read MoreA conversation about books + kids. A website resource and book reviews for educators, parents, grandparents. The main focus is emotional resilience.
