Teachers’ Book Contest – presented by Trent Alumni Reads

Calling all Trent alumni teachers! Are you passionate about inspiring young readers? We're giving away five exclusive prize packs of children's books written by talented Trent alumni authors.  
 
Bring fresh, meaningful stories into your classroom — all while supporting fellow graduates! 

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Contest Highlights:

• For a chance to win, alumni of Trent University must complete the contest entry form linked below 

• Entries must be received by 12:00 p.m., Friday, October 31, 2025 

• Contest is open to those who have graduated from Trent University as of June 30, 2025 and are currently teaching at the primary or secondary school level 

• Contest is open to Canadian residents

Each prize pack includes one (1) copy of the following books, each written by Trent alumni authors.

Bernice and the Georgian Bay Gold
Jessica Outram ’94 (Otonabee College)

Winner of The Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction for Young People, this is a compelling adventure novel by author and educator, Jessica Outram, a citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario.

Gordie’s Skate
Bill Waiser ’71 (Champlain College)

An ode to the love of hockey and a tale about hard times, this is the story of hockey legend Gordie Howe and his first experience with skating. Bill Waiser is a popular historian and Governor-General's-Award-winning author.

Releasing the Complain Dragon
Jennifer Gillingham ’07 (Traill College)

After waking up on the wrong side of the bed, Timmy’s tough emotions turn into three dragons that he must learn to understand and manage. This story by teacher and Mindful Educator Jennifer Gillingham helps children navigate their feelings with creativity and compassion. 

We Belong to the Drum
Sandra Lamouche ’08 (Traill College)

Inspired by her son’s experience—and her family's love of powwow music and dance—Indigenous educator and champion hoop dancer Sandra Lamouche shares this uplifting true story of the transformative effects of culturally safe and inclusive early childhood education.

With this Note
Annalice Hayes ’07 (Otonabee College)

With its beautiful illustrations and rhymed storytelling, With This Note provides a thoughtful and easy way for parents, caregivers, educators, counselors, and trusted adults everywhere to begin talking to children about personal safety and consent.