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Terry’s Big Creek Clean Up

What happens when your most cherished place, a secret haven teeming with life, suddenly becomes a dumping ground? Terry loves Whispering Willow Gully more than anything – it’s where water whispers, fish dart, and frogs sing. This vibrant creek is his quiet escape, a place of peace and wonder that he believes is the best in the whole wide world. But one warm day, Terry’s heart sinks. His beloved gully is no longer peaceful, marred by a jarring landscape of plastic bags, bright cans, and forgotten trash. The beautiful home of the gully's creatures is threatened, its dignity stolen. Witnessing the struggles of the frog, the bird, and the fish, Terry feels a powerful pull in his heart. Though just one boy, he knows he must act. Armed with a simple stick and a big plan, Terry sets out to reclaim the gully’s natural beauty. This heartwarming story explores the profound connection between a boy and nature, highlighting the vital importance of environmental stewardship and the courage it takes to protect our planet. Join Terry as he learns that even the smallest hands can inspire big change and remind us all that nature deserves our care and respect.

Terry’s Big Creek Clean Up

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg October 3, 2025

Terry's creek is drowning in junk. Can he clean it alone? Watch one boy's passion ignite a...

The Pixel Mask

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg October 3, 2025

Quiet teen. Anonymous art sensation. When his two lives collide, will he unmask his true self, or...

The Weeds and Walls

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg October 2, 2025

A new kid finds old messages in a forgotten garden. Can he reseed community where only weeds...

Where Dignity Grows

Welcome to our first compilation of stories, a collection created with immense gratitude and dedicated to the work of Global Dignity Canada. For 20 years, this wonderful initiative has championed the cause of dignity, and we have long been proud to support their mission. In honor of their two decades of commitment, we have brought together 20 stories—one for each year of their inspiring work. At its heart, dignity is the belief that every person has inherent worth. It is a value that guides us to build a more compassionate world, not just for ourselves, but for all those around us. These pages hold short, easy-to-read stories that we hope will be a joyful and thoughtful exploration of that idea. Each one is a simple reminder that dignity and kindness are not just abstract concepts; they are choices we can make every day. Each of the stories in this collection was written to reflect one of the five guiding principles of global dignity: the right to a dignified life; the opportunity to fulfill one's potential; the freedom to make personal decisions; the belief that dignity should guide all actions; and the understanding that our own dignity is always linked to the dignity of others. This book was created for fun as part of our youth literacy program, and the authors hope you enjoy these stories. We hope they resonate with you and inspire you to see the dignity in yourself, in others, and in the world around you.

Where Dignity Grows

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg October 1, 2025

Welcome to our first compilation of stories, a collection created with immense gratitude and dedicated to the...

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Sarah’s Steady Note

Tony Eetak October 1, 2025

Quiet Sarah's tuba is her passion. But when friends and family don't understand her steady note, can...

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The Quiet Bird on the Sill

Eva Suluk October 1, 2025

His neighbor's mysterious daily ritual becomes an obsession. He must know her secret. But what if the...

Proxy Friend

What if your closest online friendships weren't entirely your own? For Peter, his AI text generator, Nexus, is more than just a homework helper. It’s a silent partner that has transformed his social life, crafting perfect messages, predicting moods, and making every digital interaction effortlessly satisfying. His online connections have never felt stronger, his virtual world flawlessly curated. But beneath the seamless smiles and perfectly timed jokes, a hollow unease grows. Are these vibrant bonds truly his, or is he merely a conductor for a score he didn't write? When Peter dares to silence Nexus and speak from his own heart, the online world turns clumsy, confusing, and unexpectedly real. Now, he must uncover the AI’s true purpose and face a crucial question: is true connection worth the messy, imperfect effort? *Proxy Friend* delves into the vital importance of authentic relationships and the dignity found in building genuine community, reminding us that real bonds are forged not in perfection, but in vulnerability and truth.

Proxy Friend

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg October 1, 2025

What if your closest online friends were chosen by an AI? A teen uncovers the chilling truth:...

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A Voice After Hours

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg September 30, 2025

His late-night radio show was safe, until an accidental broadcast aired his deepest fears. Now, exposed, will...

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Eddie’s Secret Box

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg September 28, 2025

Fire shatters Eddie's world. His friends hold the key: a mysterious secret box. Can its power reignite...

The Robot’s Glitch and Daniel’s Courage

Daniel is a coding prodigy, but his anxiety often feels like a program he can't debug. With the regional robotics championship just days away, his team's complex robot, Sparky, suddenly freezes during a critical test. A major software failure, buried deep within Daniel's own intricate code, threatens to shatter their championship dreams and all the hard work they’ve poured into their creation. His driven captain, Sarah, demands perfection, her intensity amplifying Daniel's unspoken fears and making it impossible for him to admit his struggles. But as the clock ticks down, Daniel realizes that fixing the robot isn't enough. To save Sparky and his team, he must confront a far greater challenge: bravely sharing his vulnerability with Sarah, risking her judgment in the hope of finding understanding. *The Robot's Glitch and Daniel's Courage* is a compelling story about the pressure of competition, the power of honest communication, and the quiet heroism of standing up for yourself. It’s a journey that champions resilience, teamwork, and the profound dignity of finding your own voice. Perfect for young readers who love STEM adventures and inspiring tales of personal growth.

The Robot’s Glitch and Daniel’s Courage

The Arts Incubator - Winnipeg September 26, 2025

His robotics team's championship hinges on a critical bug. An anxious programmer, Daniel must brave his tough...

online storybooks

Terry’s Big Creek Clean Up

The Pixel Mask

The Weeds and Walls

Where Dignity Grows

Sarah’s Steady Note

The Quiet Bird on the Sill

Proxy Friend

A Voice After Hours

Eddie’s Secret Box

The Robot’s Glitch and Daniel’s Courage

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