https://www.breegalbraith.com/brees-blog daily 0.75 2021-06-16 https://www.breegalbraith.com/contact-me daily 0.75 2021-02-25 https://www.breegalbraith.com/wednesday-wilson daily 0.75 2022-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1612469495271-HP4I27N8IJI3N87EX4LC/WW_My+boys.jpg Wednesday Wilson Very embarrassing mom-made-collage of my two muses/co-authors and the Wednesday Wilson Crew! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606253802684-5M1L81J1OJZFWB63TOPW/Wednesday+Wilson+Gets+Down+to+Business+cover.JPG Wednesday Wilson - Meet Wednesday! Wednesday Wilson is an entrepreneur in the making. She is committed to becoming a kid-millionaire, and is never short of ideas on which business to start next. I have been so fortunate in the process of writing this series to have worked in the classroom brainstorming ideas with kids from grades 1-4 on what kinds of businesses Wednesday should start. It’s been eye-opening to say the least! Each character in the book is based loosely (and sometimes tightly!) on people in my life. They are also based in two kinds of research: Primary (real-life interviews/workshops), and Secondary (learning from other people’s research). I am lucky to pay homage to the amazing people I know, who emit love, thoughtfulness, and kindness above all else. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1616693291210-JCEX7MFJSH1LBO4OSVUH/image-asset.jpeg Wednesday Wilson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1616693572933-A6MVOTJ3S6AWDV1SNT47/image-asset.jpeg Wednesday Wilson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1616694169318-C70BBVQ2MO5I6ZVYMIP1/tropes.jpg Wednesday Wilson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1616692373204-6TTRN6Y0JTNG62VA9X2M/Dario-and-Oakland-Galbraith.jpg Wednesday Wilson - Who helped me write these books? Meet my co-authors, no-nonsense editors, & inspiring muses, Dario + Oakland! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606254560721-ENKJK5J8NLSEJEWFY3VH/image-asset.jpeg Wednesday Wilson https://www.breegalbraith.com/home daily 1.0 2024-11-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/82c5c9e8-40ff-4226-b8df-d8ed1f7bb03b/6332223edf9c5c6d33745845_9781525303296-p-500.jpg Home - Wednesday Wilson Connects the Dots Kids Can Press - July 2023 When Wednesday Wilson and her best friend, Charlie, get an unexpected day off from school, they plan to work on a new business idea. But their day gets upended when they’re forced to spend it with Ruby Beautiful, their former best friend who dumped them for the Emmas. Things get even stranger when Ruby comes to Charlie’s defense after the Emmas make fun of his freckles. After all, Ruby’s cool older brother, Raj, said that everyone wants freckles these days. ”This upbeat story provides readers with information and vocabulary for building a business but even greater lessons about friendship, communication, and self-worth.” – Kirkus Reviews https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/f2ba082a-eb94-4f73-bcdf-a827acab00d5/Wednesday+Wilson+Fixes+All+Your+Problems.png Home - Wednesday Wilson Fixes All Your Problems Kids Can Press June 2022 This is the second title in the early chapter book series that follows the ever-evolving, but always entertaining, antics of girl entrepreneur Wednesday Wilson. The highly engaging series encourages ingenuity, creative thinking and resourcefulness. It's also loads of fun! Wednesday's enthusiasm and energy and her one-of-a-kind take on the world will delight and inspire. Reviews from School Library Journal: “Galbraith’s text is humorous and heartfelt, exploring realistic challenges and feelings experienced by children in an authentic and affirming way.” & “This second outing for Wednesday and company is a welcome addition to any early chapter book collection, recommended for fans of “Stella Diaz,” “Mindy Kim,” and “Zoey & ­Sassafras.” Available now at all major book distributors, and your favourite local shop! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1623875361960-TB889HX6SRP21R7O18WF/image-asset.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1605823840807-T9X8M8TQ1AE99CT9O5RL/image-asset.jpeg Home - Nye, Sand and Stones ORCA BOOKS Spring 2021 A young girl challenges destructive behaviour from the citizens of an island of stones that the rest of her community on an island of sand has been accepting since the beginning of time. Through this story about injustice and challenging the status quo, readers will be inspired to think deeply about why and how we can bring about change in the world. “A MUST for all budding nonconformists who wish to activate change.” – Kirkus Reviews Available now at all major book distributors, and your favourite local shop! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/2381c380-1240-4bf8-a39b-f65b423fa90f/Wednesday+Wilson+SBE+Nominee.png Home - Wednesday Wilson Series KIDS CAN PRESS - Book 1: Wednesday Wilson Gets Down to Business June 2021 AWARDS: Ontario Library Association Forest of Reading | Silver Birch Express Honor Book - 2022 Chocolate Lily Nominated title 2022-2023 A review from The School Library Journal: “Wednesday is funny and charming and sure to win over readers, especially fans of Ramona ­Quimby, Marty McGuire, and Clementine. A promising start to a new early chapter book ­series.” Wednesday could not have come to life without the voices of my own children, Dario and Oakland, who are of mixed race and opened my eyes to the lack of representation in books. They spent countless hours adding their own voices to my manuscript to provide authenticity to my characters where I, as a white woman, fell short. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1605827521120-PI5FAOTBLIONFUMZH6J0/Screen+Shot+2020-01-28+at+9.48.24+AM.png Home - Usha and the Stolen Sun OWLKIDS BOOKS Spring 2020 Usha lives in a town where the sun hasn’t shone for as long as anyone can remember. Only her grandfather remembers its brilliance and tells Usha stories about the time before other people took the sun away, building a wall to keep it all to themselves. So Usha decides to do something and sets off in search of the sun. When at last Usha reaches the wall, she shares her grandfather’s stories, even the ones that rightfully make her angry, and piques the curiosity of the people on the other side until they are inspired to remove the bricks, one by one to better hear what Usha has to say. Because Usha didn’t give up, they bring the wall down. Inspired by the idea of civil discourse, this book offers a timely message of communication and compassion. "Usha’s bravery and determination are a wonderful example for every young reader, as she demonstrates courage when speaking out and taking action for what is right, even when victory seems impossible." - Mighty Village Available for purchase via all major book distributors, and at your favourite local shop! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1605828053702-CDV62QXRDIJI74XUJS7B/image-asset.png Home - Milo and Georgie OWLKIDS BOOKS Fall 2017 When Milo’s family moves to a new city, he vows to officially retire from having fun. So he stays inside for days while his little sister, Georgie, yearns to explore the new neighborhood. Finally, Milo ties Georgie to the end of a ball of yarn so she can go out, on one condition: she has to come home when he tugs the string twice. But one day, Georgie isn’t at the end of the string. Which means Milo might just have to step outside and discover everything he’s been missing. Charming, detailed artwork illustrates their vibrant new city in this heartwarming story about supporting each other, building community, adapting to change, and embracing new things. "Galbraith's gentle story about finding the courage to embrace change is both scary and satisfying." - Quill & Quire AWARDS Blue Spruce, 2018 Fall 2017 Best Books for Kids and Teens, Ontario Library Association Best Bet https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1605828658671-1D981MNRPS254FVORHH4/41SZgThmcLL.jpg Home - Once Upon a Balloon ORCA BOOKS Spring 2013 Theo is brokenhearted when he accidentally lets go of the string of his party balloon. As he watches it float out of sight, Theo wonders where his balloon might have gone. Luckily, his older brother Zeke knows everything about everything. Zeke explains that it is a little-known fact that all lost balloons end up in Chicago, the Windy City. Then he tells Theo about Frank, who is responsible for collecting all the balloons in the world. Theo is so touched by Frank's story that he decides to send him a message of hope the only way he knows how. "This story is for every child who has ever let go of a balloon and wondered where it went. Zeke's fanciful story is a gift to his younger brother, strengthening the bonds between them. It is a fine choice for story time and a welcome addition to all libraries." – School Library Journal AWARDS: CCBC Best Books | 2014 | Commended Chocolate Lily Award nominee | 2014 | Short-listed Available for purchase via all major book distributors, and at your favourite local shop! https://www.breegalbraith.com/nye-sand-and-stones daily 0.75 2021-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1610834443334-T7NUX89ZVIDAD0SPCC83/image-asset.png Nye, Sand and Stones - Why is Nye so Angry? Young Nye doesn’t understand why the people on her Island of Sand work so hard to build beautiful sandcastles every day if they are destined to be ruined by the stones catapulted over by the people of the Island of Stones every evening. When she asks “Why?” all she ever hears in response is “Because.” Nye is angry, and rightfully so! What’s happening is not right, and it doesn’t matter that “it’s just the way it is,” that is not good enough for her. She decides it’s time to act. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1616368987338-6N67A7LBAOV1DOU3TZID/image-asset.jpeg Nye, Sand and Stones - Download the PDF Discussion Guide co-created with Corrie Locke-Hardy of The Tiny Activist! The guide contains thought-provoking questions to stimulate critical discussions with readers aged 3-12, as well as fun project ideas for the classroom, and home! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606250727437-SBTWNNO3CE777TBDGFW9/image-asset.png Nye, Sand and Stones - Why was the story important for me to tell? Nye was important because I wanted to show a young girl fighting against a custom to which her people had become inured. I wanted to represent anger and action in a young heroine, and I thought that Nye has the ability to inspire so much meaningful discussion in the classroom and beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606251234460-6UM1X83TXUXQMICHZAVG/marionarbona_small.jpg Nye, Sand and Stones https://www.breegalbraith.com/usha-and-the-stolen-sun daily 0.75 2020-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606247006536-75OFSOS1B8RN4DWET53V/image-asset.jpeg Usha and the Stolen Sun - Discussion Guide I worked with Owlkids Books to create a Discussion Guide for Usha and the Stolen Sun for educators and parents alike. It is an amazing tool that helps spark critical conversations in the classroom and the home based on some ideas shared in the book. You can also scroll down for some of the questions, too ;-) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606247515910-D761L65O69EBYSZN2EXX/Usha+Discussion+Guide+Post.jpg Usha and the Stolen Sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606247541473-11Z043QS8TWRNJLW7H7V/Usha+Discussion+Guide+Post2.jpg Usha and the Stolen Sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606247623547-RB4875ZWJMU18PBO50IK/Usha+Discussion+Guide+Post4.jpg Usha and the Stolen Sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606247601497-7L7849L4D2C27ZHD76SR/Usha+Discussion+Guide+Post3.jpg Usha and the Stolen Sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1606248453889-CRLN6OIASFEF3EY9YTIW/image-asset.png Usha and the Stolen Sun https://www.breegalbraith.com/design-and-copywriting daily 0.75 2021-09-14 https://www.breegalbraith.com/zoom-with-bree daily 0.75 2021-06-04 https://www.breegalbraith.com/hold-that-thought daily 0.75 2021-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1624318732672-Z0RU8SXGKOH2ZNK4YA3P/image-asset.png Hold That Thought! - What does an idea look like? Lynn’s illustrations are stunning. They took an ambiguous concept (the physical embodiment of an idea), and brought it to life in a dynamic, kinetic, flurry of energy on each page. I truly lucked out being paired with them! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1624318925111-HLLE6F1COT19VFA67RX5/image-asset.png Hold That Thought! - There’s a first time for everything ;-) This was the first time I changed the words to suit the images! When I saw Lynn’s final art for the book, I was blown away. It added another level to the story, and I edited some of the text to suit it. It’s also the first time in a picture book that I have a secondary character undergo a personal transformation. In the book, the bully, Otis, grows emotionally when given the opportunity to change. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fb6ec6335796901094a1fb7/1624319181473-K17MBCK0W04GVXQVFX0K/image-asset.jpeg Hold That Thought! - Meet the illustrator, Lynn! LYNN SCURFIELD (she/they) is a mixed media illustrator who lives just outside of Toronto, Ontario, with her small, barky dog, Taro. Their work has been published by Google, The New York Times, The Walrus, The Atlantic, and The Globe & Mail. 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