The Kids Book of Canada
Title | The Kids Book of Canada PDF eBook |
Author | Barbara Greenwood |
Publisher | Kids Can Press |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2007-09-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781554532261 |
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
Title | The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada PDF eBook |
Author | Diane Silvey |
Publisher | Kids Can Press Ltd |
Pages | 64 |
Release | |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1525308491 |
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.
The Kids Book of Black Canadian History
Title | The Kids Book of Black Canadian History PDF eBook |
Author | Rosemary Sadlier |
Publisher | Kids Can Press Ltd |
Pages | 58 |
Release | 2010-08 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1554535875 |
Learn the important role Black Canadian's have played, and will continue to play, in the development of Canada.
Canadian Books in Print. Author and Title Index
Title | Canadian Books in Print. Author and Title Index PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | University of Toronto Press |
Pages | 1610 |
Release | 1975 |
Genre | Canada Imprints |
ISBN |
The Kids Book of Black History in Canada
Title | The Kids Book of Black History in Canada PDF eBook |
Author | Rosemary Sadlier |
Publisher | Kids Can Press Ltd |
Pages | 68 |
Release | 2024-06-04 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1525313452 |
An important and comprehensive exploration of 400 years of Black history in Canada. This narrative journey through Canadian Black history begins with the arrival in 1604 of Mathieu Da Costa, the first known African in Canada, and continues through the Black Lives Matter movement and the ongoing fight for social justice. It covers Canada’s legacy of slavery, the Black Loyalists, the Underground Railroad, the Exodusters and the Black civil rights movements in Canada. With sidebars, profiles of historical figures and issues spreads that delve into key topics, this book is the definitive kids’ guide to Canadian Black history. An inspiring, one-of-a-kind resource: every classroom and library across the country should have a copy!
The Kids Book of Canada's Railway
Title | The Kids Book of Canada's Railway PDF eBook |
Author | Deborah Hodge |
Publisher | |
Pages | 54 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781550745269 |
Chronicles the history of the Canadian Pacific Railway, Canada's first transcontinental railway.
The Kids Book of Canadian Firsts
Title | The Kids Book of Canadian Firsts PDF eBook |
Author | Valerie Wyatt |
Publisher | Kids Can Press |
Pages | 64 |
Release | 2001-09-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781550749656 |
From earth-shattering innovations and amazing inventions to achievements in government, culture and history, Canadians have played a major role in shaping the world. With almost 150 entries --- in categories such as technology, nature, transportation and food --- this title in the Kids Book of series explores the many events and discoveries that are firsts in Canada or the world. Photographs, coins, stamps, paintings and patent drawings give the book distinctive visual appeal. As well, quotes, profiles, fact boxes and a timeline reveal further information about these unique achievements. Kids can read about ? the first stamp in the world to feature an animal ? the world's first chocolate bar ? the first dinosaur bones found in Canada ? the first light bulb ever --- yes, it was invented in Canada, and not by Thomas Edison!