10 French Books For La Rentrée
Back to school means lots of new books to share. Here are a few of my picks that will serve you in many important discussions. I believe all of these titles are available in English as well as in French.
Bienvenue! Un livre sur l’inclusion
This book celebrates our differences and aims to make sure that everyone knows that they’re welcome here.
By: Alexandra Penfold & Suzanne Kaufman
Tout le monde!
Another book about our differences and how they make us unique. Everyone also has similarities, like how we all feel feelings.
By: Elise Gravel
Notre classe est une famille
This is a great book to start your year with as we all aim to create positive and supportive classroom communities. A look at what makes a family, and it’s not just about who lives in your house.
By. Shannon Olsen
Le cercle de partage
A story about sharing and working through conflict together. Written by a Cree/Danish/Métis author.
By: Theresa “Corky” Larsen-Jonasson
J’ai le coeur rempli de bonheur
This book reminds us to remember and appreciate the little things in life that fill our hearts with joy.
By: Monique Gray Smith
On ne mange pas ses camarades de classe
A story about a dinosaur who isn’t quite sure how to make friends at school. It’s a silly story that will have your students laughing.
By: Ryan T. Higgins
Les écureuils qui se querellent
Rachel Bright books have a way of bringing animals to life with their human problems. In this story, two squirrels are fighting and must figure out how to resolve their issues together.
By: Rachel Bright
Est-ce que les girafes dansent?
All this giraffe wants to do is participate in the Jungle Dance but his long legs and little hooves make dancing challenging. He learns that he has a unique way of dancing that makes him special.
By: Giles Andreae
Je raffole de l’école!
What’s more primary than a Robert Munsch book? This is one of his newer titles that features Cassandra, a girl that LOVES school and sends her parents into a worried frenzy when she doesn’t come home from school.
By: Robert Munsch
Enfin, te voilà!
This little rabbit is so excited that you’re finally here! You’ve taken an awfully long time so he’s determined to make you stay. While not about school specifically, it’s a nice welcome back story.
By: Mélanie Watt