The Kids Book of Canada

The Kids Book of Canada PDF Author: Barbara Greenwood
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781554532261
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Finally, the premier children's resource on Canada is available in a fully revised paperback edition --- bringing up to date this bestselling treasury of information that has long been an essential book for schools, libraries and homes from coast to coast. Ten years after its debut, this title in the acclaimed Kids Book of series is more than ever an indispensable tool for researching school projects or a conversation piece for sharing Canadian facts with friends and family. Bursting with rich and detailed illustrations, this book is as far-ranging, fascinating and full of surprises as the country it describes. Inside you'll find ? colorful maps of the provinces and territories showing major cities, rivers, mountains and points of interest. ? the provincial and territorial coat of arms, flowers, birds and trees. ? details of famous Canadians and important events, plus a time line to guide you through each province's and territory's history. ? current information on Canada's growing industries and evolving environmental challenges. ? updated references to the Aboriginal Peoples in Canada.

The Kids Book of Canada

The Kids Book of Canada PDF Author: Barbara Greenwood
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781554532261
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Finally, the premier children's resource on Canada is available in a fully revised paperback edition --- bringing up to date this bestselling treasury of information that has long been an essential book for schools, libraries and homes from coast to coast. Ten years after its debut, this title in the acclaimed Kids Book of series is more than ever an indispensable tool for researching school projects or a conversation piece for sharing Canadian facts with friends and family. Bursting with rich and detailed illustrations, this book is as far-ranging, fascinating and full of surprises as the country it describes. Inside you'll find ? colorful maps of the provinces and territories showing major cities, rivers, mountains and points of interest. ? the provincial and territorial coat of arms, flowers, birds and trees. ? details of famous Canadians and important events, plus a time line to guide you through each province's and territory's history. ? current information on Canada's growing industries and evolving environmental challenges. ? updated references to the Aboriginal Peoples in Canada.

The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada

The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada PDF Author: Diane Silvey
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1525308491
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64

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Book Description
This title in the acclaimed Kids Book of series offers an in-depth look at the cultures, struggles and triumphs of Canada’s first peoples.

I Am Canada

I Am Canada PDF Author: Heather Patterson
Publisher: Scholastic Canada
ISBN: 144316304X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

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Book Description
A beautiful picture book featuring artwork by Canada's finest illustrators -- a true-north tribute to our nation and its children, from coast to coast to coast! Simple text describes the ample space available to our children in this country, and the freedom they have to grow and dream and share. With artwork from 13 of Canada's finest illustrators, each page is a celebration and a reminder of the infinite variety of our home and native land. Heather Patterson's free verse poem I Am Canada, originally published in 1996, gets new life in this beautiful, illustrated hardcover timed to celebrate both Canada's 150th year and Scholastic Canada's 60th anniversary.

A Canadian Year

A Canadian Year PDF Author: Tania McCartney
Publisher: EK Books
ISBN: 9781925820669
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Meet Liam, Ava, Oki, Chloe and Noah — Canadian kids representing a multicultural blend of culture and race that typifies our amazing country. They’ll take you through a year in the life of Canada’s kids, from celebrations, traditions and events, to our everyday way of life and the little things that make childhood so memorable. Now in paperback, A Canadian Year is a picture book bursting with national pride. It’s a snapshot of who we are as Canadians, blending our modern-day culture and lifestyle with past traditions and native heritage. Its pages feature meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations showcasing our five Canadian kids at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of our nation. From the frozen glaciers of our north to the sweeping prairies, rocky mountains and great lakes, from vibrant cities to tiny towns, this is our Canadian childhood.

The Kids Book of Canadian History

The Kids Book of Canadian History PDF Author: Carlotta Hacker
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781554533282
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Canada has a rich and fascinating history. In this informative overview, kids will discover the people, places and events that have shaped our country. Featuring fact boxes, mini-profiles, maps, a timeline and more, this title in the acclaimed Kids Book of series offers a comprehensive and engaging look at Canada's development, change and growth. Kids can read about ? the potlatch ceremonies of the west coast Aboriginal people ? the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway ? the battle of Vimy Ridge in World War I ? the role of Canadian women in World War II ? the establishment of Nunavut, Canada's newest territory, and more ...

The Kids Book of Canadian Geography

The Kids Book of Canadian Geography PDF Author: Briony Penn
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1550748904
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 58

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Book Description
The story of Canada's geography is told in its rocks, soils, plants and animals --including humans. Everywhere in Canada you can find traces of what shaped the land and what plants, animals, and people have come and gone."

The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada

The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada PDF Author: Diane Silvey
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
ISBN: 1554539307
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68

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Book Description
Introduces the Aboriginal peoples of Canada, describing their social life, customs, and history.

The Kids Book of Canadian Immigration

The Kids Book of Canadian Immigration PDF Author: Deborah Hodge
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781553374848
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Canada is a diverse land with a rich immigration history. Our roots begin with the Aboriginal peoples who have lived here since time immemorial and extend to the wide array of newcomers who have arrived over hundreds of years from almost every part of the globe. People from more than 200 cultures now call Canada home --- and each one has a fascinating story to tell. Many of their stories, past and present, and their amazing contributions to this country are told in these pages. Featuring stories of ethnic groups, mini-profiles, maps, archival documents and first-person accounts, this richly illustrated title in the Kids Book of series is a celebration of multicultural Canada and a comprehensive look at our fascinating immigration history.

The Kids Book of Canadian Exploration

The Kids Book of Canadian Exploration PDF Author: Ann-Maureen Owens
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781554532575
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
From Native peoples in search of new hunting grounds to European fishermen out for bigger catches, explorers were drawn to Canada for many reasons. They discovered a vast and mysterious land that took hundreds of years to explore and map. But the story of Canadian exploration is about a lot more than mapping wilderness. With no new lands left to discover, present-day explorers focus on outer space, the ocean and the preservation of Earth's changing ecosystems.

The Kids Book of Canada at War

The Kids Book of Canada at War PDF Author: Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781554530038
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
War is a time of terrible tragedy and great loss. But it is also a time of incredible courage and determination. In this entry in the acclaimed Kids Book of series, Elizabeth MacLeod looks at Canada's battles and wars and at the people who fought in them. From the earliest recorded battles on Canadian soil to Canada's overseas peacekeeping missions today, kids will meet heroic Canadians, learn about the technology of war and read chilling first-person accounts from soldiers on the battlefields. Scattered throughout are guides to museums and historic sites to visit. Visually rich, with illustrations, maps and archival photographs, The Kids Book of Canada at War is a comprehensive summary of an important part of Canadian history.