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Canadians often use the term “mosaic” to describe their country: a nation of immigrants with the capacity to preserve ethnic and cultural uniqueness within a country whose broader focus is civic nationalism. Debates over immigration policies, as well as acceptable intake numbers, however continue into the 21st century. The primary documents in this book offer a survey of Canadian immigrants and the impact they have made on the cultural, economic, and social values of our Canadian society.
- ISBN: 9780921156802
- Author: Rose Meyer
- 56 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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Through an examination of primary sources, Canada’s dramatic change from colony to Dominion to fully independent state are explored.
- ISBN: 9780921156758
- Author: Ian Pettigrew
- 47 pages
- Ages: 8-12. 12+
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This book explores Canada’s participation in war and peace keeping missions throughout the twentieth century.
- ISBN: 9780921156741
- Author: Jennifer Borda
- 56 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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In this lyrical coming-of-age story, Governor General’s Award-winner Rudy Wiebe captures the anxiety of a boy who feels powerless to help his people, but who must speak his dreams if they are to survive. Steeped in aboriginal myth and lore, Hidden Buffalo is also the tale of how a whole tribe can turn its gaze from the horizon to see to the wisdom of a child.
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This High School history course package provides you with the course, Canada, in the 20th Century, including all the assignments, answer keys, resource links, test and more.
Add to that 4 living books with eye-witness stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat, and 4 interesting dramas/docudramas on DVD. All DVDs are out-of-print so they are a real find.
- ISBN: 9780123455239-1
- Ages: 12+
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Behind Enemy Lines is partially based on a true incident from WWII, in which 168 Allied airmen were captured and sent to Buchenwald. Twenty-six of these men were Canadian.
- ISBN: 9780545990660
- Author: Carol Matas
- 216 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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A riveting story of a pivotal battle in the Seven Years’ War that changed Canadian history forever. When British warships arrive in force, Sébastien vows to defend the town, his friend Guillaume, and the woman he loves.
- ISBN: 9781443119597
- Author: Don Aker
- 192 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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A captivating and rarely told World War II story: that of the Canadian troops sent to defend Hong Kong from the invading Japanese.
Nineteen-year-old Jack Finnigan is a born troublemaker. He has grown up defying authority and leaves his small town to enlist in the Royal Rifles, expecting adventure . . . and not afraid of danger. Little does he know what awaits across the Pacific, where his untested regiment is being sent to defend the vulnerable British colony of Hong Kong.
- ISBN: 9781443113052
- Author: Gillian Chan
- 192 pages
- Ages: 8-12
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Some of the fiercest battles of WWI were in the air, experienced by first time pilots looking for adventure, drama, and pride in their country.
Packed with nail-biting, high-flying action and fascinating insights into the early days of aerial warfare, Fire in the Sky is sure to be the new favourite of young history buffs and adventure-lovers alike.
- ISBN: 9781443104005
- Author: David Ward
- 224 page
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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If the Allies cannot send the German U-boats to the bottom of the Atlantic, all hope of winning WWII will be lost.
Sixteen-year-old Bill O’Connell is a new recruit in the Royal Canadian Navy, assigned to a ship that hunts for Germany’s feared U-boats.
- ISBN: 9781443107815
- Author: Edward Kay
- 208 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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A young Canadian soldier’s account of life in the infantry in Italy, and the Battle of Ortona.
Seventeen-year-old Paul Baldassara lies about his age to enlist in the Canadian Army. Seventeen-year-old Paul Baldassara lies about his age to enlist in the Canadian Army. He joins the Loyal Edmonton regiment, which is tasked with taking Italy’s port town of Ortona. Little does he know the horrors of the battle that lie ahead.
- ISBN: 9781443128612
- Author: Jonathan Webb
- 240 pages
- Ages: 8-12, 12+
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Louis Riel is perhaps the most controversial figure in Canadian history. A rebel and a powerful orator, he emerged as a leader of the Métis in the Red River settlement. His ability to unite the Métis nation was legendary. Although known as the Father of Manitoba, he spent much of his adult life in exile. He was found guilty of treason and hanged in Regina on November 16, 1885.
- ISBN: 9781554397129
- Author: Cat Klerks
- 96 pages
- Grades 4-5
