1.
Series:
Canada
An Illustrated History, Revised and Expanded
Paperback
Derek Hayes
9781771621205
$38.95
HISTORY
Sep 03, 2016
From the early days of exploration and settlement through the building of a nation to Canada’s contribution to the two world wars, this illustrated history of Canada conveys the drama and scope of the nation’s past. Through accessible commentary and a wealth of images, readers discover well-known and lesser-known facets of Canadian history, including the story of Canada’s first newspaper, the Halifax Gazette; the many railways (besides the Canadian Pacific) that connected people and places; the Canadian bridge that collapsed not once, but twice...
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2.
Series:
Rivals for Power: Ottawa and the Provinces
The contentious history of the Canadian federation
Paperback
Ed Whitcomb
9781459412385
$27.95
HISTORY
Apr 19, 2017
Rivals for Power: Ottawa and the Provinces tells the story of the politicians who continually contend over the division of power (and money) between Ottawa and the provinces. The heroes and villains of this story include many of the leading lights of Canadian history, from John A. Macdonald, Wilfred Laurier, and Maurice Duplessis to Pierre Trudeau, Joe Clark, Bill Davis, Peter Lougheed and Jean Chretien. The unique feature of this book is its focus: no matter what their policies, Canadian politicians over the years have engaged in an ongoing pu...
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3.
Series: Night-Night
Night-Night Canada
Board book
Katherine Sully
9781492647690
$14.99
JUVENILE FICTION
Age (years) from 1 - 4
Jan 01, 2017
A special way to spend bedtime, perfect for parents looking for unique goodnight books for toddlers and books about Canada for kids!It's bedtime in Canada! Say goodnight to all your favorite locations, including:Calgary ZooParliament HillCN TowerMontreal BiosphereSaddledomeCanadian Museum for Human RightsTelus World of ScienceCap-de-Rosiers LighthouseCentre BellCanada's WonderlandRoyal Tyrrell MuseumHigh ParkNo matter where you are, now you can say night-night and wish sweet dreams to all your favorite Canadian sights and landmarks with this ad...
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4.
Series:
How to Be a Canadian
Even If You Already Are One
Paperback
Will Ferguson
9781553653110
$19.95
HUMOR
Jun 01, 2007
When Margaret Atwood suggested Will Ferguson follow up his runaway best-seller Why I Hate Canadians with a "tongue-in-cheek guidebook for newcomers on how to be Canadian," Will thought it was a swell idea, and he quickly recruited his brother, comedy writer Ian Ferguson, creator and executive producer of the television series Sin City. Together, the Ferguson brothers have created the ultimate guide to Canadian cultural quirks. This is a hilarious inside look at that unique species, the Canadian, and their thoughts on such diverse subjects as be...
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5.
Series:
This is That
Travel Guide to Canada
Paperback
Chris Kelly
9780995258907
$19.95
HUMOR
Oct 25, 2016
From the creators of CBC radio's This is That; Pat Kelly, Chris Kelly and Peter Oldring. From CBC Radio's most beloved satirical comedy team comes This is That: Travel Guide to Canada, a hilariously outrageous parody of the travel guide genre and what it means to visit Canada. Searching for a weekend away with the kids? This is That: Travel Guide to Canada will teach you how to navigate the twelve petting zoos of Etobicoke and how to avoid pickpockets in Kamloops. Planning your summer holiday? Keep in mind that the city of Brandon, Manitoba, is...
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6.
Series: Wow Canada!
Wow Canada!
Exploring this Land from Coast to Coast to Coast
2nd edition
Paperback
Vivien Bowers
9781897349830
$24.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 8 - 12
Jan 01, 2010
The multi-award-winning Wow Canada! is an original, witty, and fabulously informative cross-country excursion, done scrapbook style. This 10th anniversary edition is sure to win over new audiences, who will treasure this celebratory look at all things Canadian. Join 12-year-old Guy, his younger sister Rachel, and their parents as they dip their toes in the Pacific Ocean, hop in their car, and set off to see the country from west to east. The family's surprise-filled travels take them from one end of the country to the other, even up to Nunavut....
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7.
Series:
Making Canada Home
How Immigrants Shaped This Country
New edition
Hardcover
Susan Hughes
9781771472029
$24.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 8 - 12
Nov 15, 2016
People from every single country in the world call Canada home. From the very first arrivals as long as 30,000 years ago—the ancestors of Canada’s Aboriginal peoples—right up until today, people have settled in this country to build a better life. Making Canada Home chronicles the country’s major waves of immigration, from welcoming early European arrivals to becoming a modern-day safe haven for refugees. The book also acknowledges times when Canada has not been especially welcoming. It explores how each period of immigration has shaped the l...
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8.
Series: Do You Know?
Do You Know Canada?
A challenging quiz on the culture, history, geography, and people of the second largest country in the world
Paperback
Guy Robinson
9781402217395
$8.99
GAMES & ACTIVITIES
Sep 01, 2008
A challenging quiz on the culture, history, geography, and people of the second largest country in the world.
9.
Series:
So, You Want to Be Canadian
All About the Most Fascinating People in the World and the Magical Place They Call Home
Paperback
Kerry Colburn
9780811845359
$12.95
NON-CLASSIFIABLE
Reading age from 13
Sep 15, 2004
So, you want to be Canadian? Who doesn't these days? Canucks are enjoying a major renaissance in attention, from their enlightened social policies to their wild and wooly pop culture. This playful, trivia-packed book is a long-overdue celebration of all things Canadian, from the mysteries of "eh?" to the difference between an Ogo Pogo and a Windingo to how to prepare moose stroganoff (mmm!). Featuring a dreamy list of Canadian hotties, a toe-tapping roundup of Canadian smash hit songs,a handy CanadianAmerican translator, and pointers on how to ...
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10.
Series: Canadian Concepts
Moose, Goose, Animals on the Loose!
A Canadian Wildlife ABC
Hardcover
Geraldo Valério
9781771471749
$16.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 2 - 5
Aug 15, 2016
A bestselling introduction to the alphabet and Canadian wildlife from A to Z, and a great gift for little ones – perfect for ages 2 to 5 Between the beaver building branch by branch, the loon laughing on the lake, and the powerful, playful polar bear, Canada is home to a spectacular array of animals. This concept book celebrates the country’s diverse wildlife by presenting each letter of the alphabet alongside a representative mammal, insect, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, or invertebrate. The creatures portrayed hail from coast to coast to...
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11.
Series: Canadian Concepts
Jump, Leap, Count Sheep!
A Canadian Wildlife 123
Hardcover
Geraldo Valério
9781771472890
$16.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 2 - 5
Aug 15, 2017
Count to ten with Canadian wildlife in this playful counting book. Here they come… one bighorn sheep jumping, two grebes dancing, three mantids hunting, and many more Canadian critters to count! Each spread presents a number from 1 to 10, along with a playful depiction of the corresponding amount of Canadian wildlife. Each number is shown as a figure, a word, and a quantity of dots to support comprehension. Every spread also includes a lively phrase with an action verb and one other element to count. Featured wildlife includes mammals, ...
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12.
Series:
Where Are You, Bear?
A Canadian Alphabet Adventure
Hardcover
Frieda Wishinsky
9781897349915
$18.95
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 3 - 5
Oct 01, 2010
Four-year-old Sophie is about to leave her home in Newfoundland on a cross-Canada trip with her dad to visit her grandma in British Columbia. She’s so excited, except for one little problem — she can’t find Bear anywhere! Forced to leave Bear behind, Sophie sets out to travel across the country without her beloved companion. But when Bear emerges from under the bed and finds Sophie gone, he sets off on his own adventure — chasing after Sophie! The cat-and-mouse, or rather bear-and-girl, game that ensues is a madcap ABC adventure that takes the ...
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13.
Series:
How to Move to Canada
A Discontented American's Guide to Canadian Relocation
Paperback
Andre du Broc
9781492647331
$14.99
HUMOR
Oct 04, 2016
"That's it, I'm moving to Canada." It's been threatened before, but maybe this time it's for real.If you or someone you know is discontented, distressed, or downright disturbed, maybe the Great White North is right for you, eh. But how much do you really know about Canada?Can you do a job that Canada needs (do you play hockey, drill for oil, or make poutine?)?Can you identify the best Canadian province for your lifestyle (lots of tundra or just some tundra?)?Can you master the proper pronunciation of "sorry"?What strange wizardry is the Canadia...
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14.
Series:
Native Trees of Canada: A Postcard Set
Postcard set with 30 postcards
Hardcover
Leanne Shapton
9781770462137
$16.95
COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS
Sep 08, 2015
"An artistic ode to Canada's majestic foliage." —National PostLeanne Shapton's bold, vibrant watercolor portraits of the trees of Canada come to new life in this postcard set. The lively hues of the garry oak and the simple elegance of the staghorn sumac are perfectly presented in a beautiful keepsake box, great as a gift for a friend or yourself!Native Trees of Canada: A Postcard Set collects thirty of Shapton's spirited and singular drawings of the native trees of Canada.
15.
Series:
My Canada
An Illustrated Atlas
Hardcover
Katherine Dearlove
9781771472647
$18.67
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Age (years) from 4 - 8
May 23, 2017
The essential kids' map book of Canada. This picture book atlas of Canada is a whimsical, informative introduction to our country from sea to sea to sea. Each province and territory is featured on its own spread, with icons and labels indicating the capital city, other major cities, key lakes and rivers, iconic landmarks, animals, and plants, significant national and provincial parks, and more. Each map is lively and colorful with plenty of details to discover. Simple labels make key places and landmarks easily searchable for further res...
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