Discover a world of healthy habits with this month’s selection of books that celebrate movement and mindfulness for every age. Featuring standout titles from local BC authors, these reads will inspire your family to get active and embrace the joy of play together.
Eat Well and Feel Great
Written by Tina Lond-Caulk
This is a practical nonfiction guide designed to help teens understand how nutrition and healthy habits affect their bodies, energy and overall well-being. It encourages developing minds to create a positive relationship with food while learning how smart nutrition choices can support mental health, physical performance and long-term wellness. The book aims to empower teens with reliable information so they can make confident, healthy decisions in their everyday lives.
I Can, Too!
Written by Karen Autio, Illustrated by Laura Watson
A joyful picture book from Kelowna-based author Karen Autio, celebrating movement and play for all kids—no matter if they walk, pedal, glide or roll! Through simple, energetic text and vibrant illustrations, this story shows how adaptive equipment and creativity help all children enjoy being active and playing outside. This book is great for toddlers to start thinking about active play and inclusive fun.
Fighting for Gold
Written by Lorna Schultz Nicholson
This inspiring nonfiction book tells the story of Canada’s Paralympic sledge hockey team. It shows how athletes with disabilities train, compete and overcome obstacles to reach the highest level of sport. The book, best suited for tweens and teens, celebrates perseverance, determination and the power of sport to inspire.
See How We Move!: A First Book of Health and Well-Being
Written and Illustrated by Scot Ritchie
This engaging nonfiction picture book introduces children to the building blocks of healthy living. Through the story of kids preparing for a swim meet, readers learn about exercise, nutrition, teamwork and rest in an accessible, encouraging way. Vancouver-based author and illustrator, Scot Ritchie’s detailed illustrations help young readers understand how healthy habits fit into everyday life, making this a strong pick for early elementary-aged kids.
Samantha’s Silly-icious Sandwiches
Written by Tina Powell and Illustrated by Jenny Campbell
Using humour, Vancouver author Tina Powell introduces themes of nutrition, trying new foods and taking responsibility for making healthy choices. Aimed at young school-aged kids, the story follows Samantha, who becomes tired of the same old sandwiches in her lunchbox and decides to start making her own imaginative creations.
What’s for Lunch?
Written by Sarah L Thomson and Illustrated by Nila Aye
This is a colourful nonfiction picture book that introduces young readers to the basics of healthy eating and nutrition. Written for young elementary children, it explains how different foods help the body grow strong and stay healthy. Kids will learn that foods like fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins each have their own role in helping the body function and work to strengthen bones, build muscles or give energy for play and learning.
