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Where the Poppies Blow: The Life and Lessons of John McCrae
Interactive Graphic Novel
On a spring day in 1915, amid the battle-scarred fields of Flanders, Belgium, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae was struck by the sight of poppies blooming over the fresh graves of his fallen comrades. It moved him so deeply that he penned “In Flanders Fields,” one of history’s most famous wartime poems that continues to resonate around the world over 100 years later.
No Reason to Apologize: The Resilient Legacy of Viola Desmond
Interactive Graphic Novel
In 1946, when Viola Desmond refused to give up her seat in the whites-only section of a cinema, she took a stand against injustice and became an enduring icon for racial equality and human rights.
Golden Boys: The Winnipeg Falcons of 1920
Interactive Graphic Novel
The Winnipeg Falcons are called Canada’s Golden Boys for a reason. In the pantheon of ice hockey, they are unknown superstars, but to their fans, no one was surprised. From humble beginnings, a pure love for hockey catapulted the team to global prominence.
Stampede: The Klondike Gold Rush of 1826
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When a large amount of gold was found in the Klondike region of Yukon, more than 100,000 people from Canada and the U.S. rushed to make their way north. A few lucky people mined enough gold to make them rich beyond their wildest dreams, but most went home empty-handed. The Gold Rush had lasting impacts on Yukon, its environment, and the Indigenous peoples who lived there.
Riding Through History: The RCMP from Then to Now
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Discover the history and impact of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Unveil the stories behind the uniform, the bravery, and the dedication. Dive into the fascinating realm of the RCMP.
Teaching Through Books
Videos and Lesson Plans
Introducing our video series all about books on Diversity and Inclusion! Featuring librarians and educators themselves who recommend an incredible collection of titles that can be used as valuable teaching resources to engage learners, each video is also accompanied by a comprehensive lesson plan for Grades K–12.
Great Canadian Books
Videos and Lesson Plans
TEACHables is our video series that explores educational topics in entertaining ways. This collection, in collaboration with Canadian School Libraries and Bibliovideo, showcases Canadian-authored books as valuable teaching tools to help engage students. The videos are also accompanied by original teaching resources for follow-up and follow through.