Sade is eager for the first day of school in Canada. But her excitement fades when she finds that English words can have multiple meanings. Her teacher thinks trousers are called pants, and the lunch lady thinks chips are fries. How will Sade overcome her language barriers? Find out in this heartwarming book about adapting to change.



This book is a great resource for teaching kids about culture shock and helping them build empathy for newcomers. Sade's gumption also teaches kids how to be resourceful when facing challenges.



Ideal for kids in Kindergarten to 3rd grade.