The Halifax Explosion: 6 December 1917, at 9:05 in the morning by
"The Halifax Explosion is a poem written by Halifax’s seventh poet laureate, Dr. Afua Cooper. It reveals dramatically what happened on 6 December 1917 at 9:05 when two ships carrying munitions and war supplies collided in the Halifax Harbour. The poem shows the tragic toll the resulting explosion and fire took on the residents of Halifax and the surrounding area, which stretched all the way north to Africville. Dr. Cooper commemorates the Halifax Explosion through verse and highlights the experiences of the Black Haligonians in this disaster. Her powerful words are magnified in this book with dramatic historical photographs and poignant art."-- Provided by publisher.
Haunted Canada Graphic Novel Volume 1 by 
Little by Little You Can Change the World by
Michael might be young, but he's got a big heart and a strong sense of right and wrong. He knows it's right to help people when they need it--but what can he do when so many people need help? When Michael finds out about an upcoming youth conference, he sees his chance to learn more about helping others. But when he gets to the conference, he's the youngest person there! And the speaker on stage is saying things about his community that aren't true. Will Michael be brave enough to use his voice to stand up for what he knows is right? Little by Little is a beautifully illustrated graphic novel about how one Indigenous child sparked change and inspired others.
The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey by
Key Selling Points Larry Kwong became the first player of Asian descent in the NHL when he played one shift with the New York Rangers in 1948. Larry had to overcome anti-Asian racism and discrimination at every step of his career, and his contribution to breaking the color barrier in the NHL is only now starting to be recognized. The book deals with important themes, including breaking stereotypes and racial barriers and fighting for diversity and inclusion. Chad Soon is a teacher in Vernon, British Columbia, (Larry Kwong's hometown) and is credited with making Larry's story public. He also had Larry inducted into three Halls of Fame, generated international interest in his story and gave the eulogy at Larry's funeral. He interviewed Larry and his family extensively for two documentaries. Those interviews are the basis for this book. It's a classic underdog story with an inspirational and hopeful message for young readers. This book tells the unlikely story of Larry's life, from growing up playing hockey in Vernon's Chinatown to making it to the NHL.
Owls: Who Gives a Hoot? by
Key Selling Points Owls are among the world's most easily recognized and culturally significant birds. Although owls are extremely popular, most people rarely see them and don't know a lot about them. This book features photos of all 19 species that live in Canada and the United States and is filled with information about these mysterious birds. It is timely because there is a strong push happening in many parts of North America to restrict the use of rodent poisons that are taking a heavy toll on owls and other predators that eat the poisoned rodents. Encourages kids to get actively involved in learning more about owls and ensuring their survival and includes profiles that present real-life examples of kids who are helping owls in various ways. Frances Backhouse is an award-winning science writer of nonfiction books for adults and kids. She has already written two books in the Orca Wild series (Beaversand Grizzly Bears). She also has an adult nonfiction book on owls, Owls of North America.
Queer History a to Z: 100 Years of LGBTQ+ Activism by
In this exploration of the history of LGBTQ+ activism in North America, middle-grade readers can learn about the key people who led the fight for equality, the events that brought about change and the places where history was made. Presented in an A to Z format, with one topic per letter ('P Is for Pride'), the entries include subjects such as coming out, pride flags, Jazz Jennings and the Stonewall Inn. Young readers will be particularly interested in learning about youth activists such as Gavin Grimm, the history of the first gay-straight alliance and the ongoing issue of banned children's books in America. Author Robin Stevenson has won numerous awards, including a Stonewall Book Award Honor. She has carefully curated the key people, places and events in queer history across North America to offer a pitch-perfect compilation of individual stories that are accessible, interesting and inspiring. Queer History A to Z is a must-have resource for young readers, and a terrific jumping-off point for discussions about history, identity and the progress made by the LGBTQ+ community. With so many fascinating biographies and cultural history lessons throughout, it also makes an excellent general social studies resource. Eye-catching art by Vivian Rosas appears on every spread, capturing many of the iconic images of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Extensive back matter includes short biographies of LGBTQ+ activists, a timeline, a glossary, resources for kids, selected author's sources and an index.
See It, Dream It, Do It: How 25 People Just Like You Found Their Dream Jobs by
The creators of If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It are back with inspiring profiles on twenty-five diverse careers and individuals. Young readers are given a lens into the life of an architect, a paleontologist, a pilot, and so many more through detailed job profiles and full-colour photos. How does a comedian write the perfect joke? How does a private investigator crack a mysterious case? Questions about jobs you know, and don't know, are answered in a fun and accessible way through pro tips, spin-off job sidebars, and spotlight features about young people already achieving their dreams. Following the success of If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It: How 25 inspiring individuals found their dream jobs, teacher and award-winning author Colleen Nelson, teams up once again with librarian and literacy advocate Kathie MacIsaac to introduce inspiring individuals of many backgrounds, genders, and abilities. Seeing a wide range of representation, in both people and jobs, is the first step to young people discovering their own career possibilities. This information-packed resource shows how education can come in many different forms, such as university, college, trade school, apprenticeship, or specialized training. A wide range of job profiles provides valuable insight into how each individual developed the skills and expertise they needed for their career.
Think Like a Goat by
Animal intelligence is on display in this intriguing exploration of the unique smarts of loads of creatures! Sure, humans are smart. But scientists are discovering that we're not the only smart creatures on the planet. In some cases, humans are not even the smartest. For example: Some birds can store seeds in thousands of different places and then remember where they are months later. Octopuses can camouflage themselves as rocks, plants or other animals to avoid predators. And ants can work well together by following instinctive algorithms when completing tasks. Covering four broad categories of intelligence - communication, social learning and cooperation, problem-solving and memory, and emotional intelligence - this fascinating book explains and celebrates animal intelligence in all its many varieties! Lisa Deresti Betik's innovative and highly readable resource about the intelligence of all kinds of critters is sure to delight animal lovers of every stripe. With lively, fun text presented in bite-size chunks, and playful illustrations by Alexander Mostov, including infographics and charts, the book is accessible and easy to read. Other topics covered include evolution and natural selection, ethology, and distinctions between instinct and learning. The message is one of respecting other animals and recognising we can learn a lot from how they solve problems. The high-interest topic has many life science curriculum links, including characteristics of living things, diversity of living things and growth and changes in animals. The content is supported by a glossary, an index and suggested sources for further reading.
The Trailblazing Life of Viola Desmond by
Years before Rosa Parks famously refused to give up a bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, Viola Desmond took a similar stand against racial segregation in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. On November 8, 1946, she was arrested for refusing to move from the "whites-only" section of a movie theater. Her heroic act inspired Black community leaders and made her a symbol of courage in the fight against inequality. This story of Viola's life is based on rare interviews with her sister Wanda Robson, who spent her life championing her sister's story and was successful in getting Viola a posthumous pardon that recognized she was innocent of any crime. From their childhood in Nova Scotia to Viola's career as a teacher in a segregated school and, later, her role as a pioneer in Black beauty culture, young readers are introduced to the girl and the woman who went on to become the face of the civil-rights movement in Canada. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Welcome to AI: What is Artificial Ingelligence and How Will It Change Our Lives? by
The most complete guide to AI for youngsters, covering everything from Ancient Greece to ChatGPT. In this fun, simple, and vibrant non-fiction book, technoscience expert Matthieu Dugal, creator of documentary AI: To be or not to be, shares the epic history of artificial intelligence and gives answers to the biggest head-scratchers: How does AI already help us, at home and at school? Which robots from your favorite movies may soon be in the real world? What are avatars? Which inventors are creating new technologies? How do algorithms work? ...and why can't AI cook pasta and drain it at the right time? We can't see it, and yet this technology is everywhere: it's in computers, cars, and virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa. And it's already making decisions for us, for better, and sometimes for worse... This fascinating guide delves deep into how these decisions are made behind the scenes, putting tricky ideas into easy-to-understand terms. Keep kids' attention with colorful illustrations and easy-to-understand, well-researched facts to prepare them for an exciting AI-centric future.