"Four score and seven years ago..." begins Abraham Lincoln's beautiful speech commemorating the three-day battle that turned the tide of the Civil War. The South had been winning up to this point. So
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 cat
When Nick and Kia arrive for try-outs for the basketball team they played on the previous year, they are surprised to learn that their coach is retiring. The surprises continue when the new coach is i
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 arriv
From artists and inventors to astronauts and engineers, Canadian women have played an extraordinary role in the development of Canada. In this title in the Kids Book of series, meet more than 130 wome
Nick, Kia and their Mississauga Magic teammates are on the road, heading off to an elite hoop tournament in the Midwest. Feeling outmatched by many of the high profile teams, the kids are still lookin
Readers of Hoop Crazy will remember Ned as the bug-loving beanpole who lives in an isolated national park out West, three hours from the nearest basketball court. But Ned's participation in the three-
Experience the dread and the triumph of a 16th-century siege. It's 1585 and the Netherlands is in revolt against the Spanish Empire. One Dutch town is all that stands between the Spanish army and i
Medieval history meets interactive storytelling. In 1362, violent storms pounded Europe, wiping out some coastal settlements. The Seventh Expert, which provides a compelling mix of history, storyte
In this title in the Kids Book of series, meet Canadian explorers, scientist, artists, business people, activists and others who help put Canada on the map. Canada is the world's second largest co
By gaining a greater understanding of the cultures and beliefs of people around the world, children build respect and tolerance for the differences that make each of us unique. With objectivity and ac
Enhanced with a glossary, index, and full-color illustrations, an informative guide takes a look at the different religions around the world, including Taoism, Jainism, and Buddhism, through a review
Presents a portrait of the first woman to win a Nobel Prize due to her groundbreaking discoveries in radiation, which have profoundly impacted modern science and cancer research.
Presents the life and career of the Hungarian immigrant, who rose from poverty to become one of the most famous magicians and contortionists of all time.
Using the fictional weblog of Hans, a twelve-year-old German boy, describes the events of the Children's Crusade in the thirteenth century, where children from across Europe traveled to return the Hol
What if kids kept blogs during pivotal moments in world history? The Internet offers modern kids amazing ways to express themselves and learn about the world. Imagine if the same technology had been
