English Language Arts 8
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R026532
Crossroads 8. Student Edition
This integrated resource offers a broad range of Canadian selections complemented by a variety of First Nations, Métis and Inuit and multicultural perspectives. It provides a variety of opportunities for students to experience the six language strands and to use them across the disciplines. The student anthology contains a main table of contents organized thematically and an alternate table of contents organized around broad topics. The activity-based anthology is organized into six main units: Personal Focus, Science and Technology, Media Perspectives, Issues and two genre units: Short Stories and Essays. Each unit features a unit-at-a-glance page that identifies key learning outcomes and provides end-of-unit reflection activities that form the basis for formative evaluation. There are cross-curricular links throughout.
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Crossroads 8. Teacher's Guide (WNCP ed.)
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Book
Price :
$74.50
Record posted/updated:
November 1, 2019
R070668
Albert Einstein. A Life of Genius
This book includes photographs, complemented by text, to provide information about this well-known genius. The author involves the readers by asking questions about Einstein to show what they have learned as they read. After the opening section of the book, the information about Einstein follows in chronological order. Einstein's discoveries in physics are presented and the author describes Einstein's dedication to peace and his anguish over his creation of the atomic bomb.
Included are a timeline of Einstein's life and a list of places to visit in order to learn more about this famous scientist.
Included are a timeline of Einstein's life and a list of places to visit in order to learn more about this famous scientist.
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Book
Price :
$7.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070669
Alexander Graham Bell. An Inventive Life
This biography of Alexander Graham Bell is written in a magazine style format. Included are photographs, information boxes and quotations. MacLeod provides information about Bell's early life, his first experiments, his invention of the telephone and the iron lung, his marriage and his work with Helen Keller.
An index, a timeline and related websites about this famous Canadian inventor are included.
An index, a timeline and related websites about this famous Canadian inventor are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$7.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R049542
Nelson Literacy 8
Nelson Literacy 8 provides support for the three curriculum goals: comprehend and respond, compose and create and assess and reflect on language abilities. It also addresses the six strands: reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing and representing.
Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is included to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. The Release of Responsibility model has students demonstrating and applying their knowledge in a variety of ways.
A comprehensive approach is used to teach the cues and conventions and they are incorporated into the framework of the lesson plans. There is integration with social studies, science and health.
Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is included to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. The Release of Responsibility model has students demonstrating and applying their knowledge in a variety of ways.
A comprehensive approach is used to teach the cues and conventions and they are incorporated into the framework of the lesson plans. There is integration with social studies, science and health.
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Nelson Literacy 8. Magazine Add-To Pack
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Nelson Literacy 8. Magazines for Independent and Guided Practice
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Nelson Literacy 8. Media Package
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Nelson Literacy 8. Modelling and Shared Reading Package
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Nelson Literacy 8. Student Book 8A
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Nelson Literacy 8. Student Book 8B
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Nelson Literacy 8. Student Book 8C
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Nelson Literacy 8. Teacher's Resource Box
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R054519
Pearson Literacy in Action 8
This integrated resource provides support for the three curriculum goals: comprehend and respond, compose and create and assess and reflect on language abilities. It also addresses the six stands: reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing and representing. Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Topics included address current issues of concern, provide opportunities for deep discussion and allow students to continue to develop their skills in the six strands of the English language arts.
Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is addressed to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. Assessment opportunities support students in their growth as self-directed learners. There are a number of assessment tools (diagnostic, formative and summative) to inform teaching.
Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is addressed to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. Assessment opportunities support students in their growth as self-directed learners. There are a number of assessment tools (diagnostic, formative and summative) to inform teaching.
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Audio CD Package (Grade 8)
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Complete Teacher Resource (Grade 8)
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Cyber Sense. Magazine
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Cyber Sense. Teacher Resource
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Heroes and Idols. Magazine
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Heroes and Idols. Teacher Resource
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Heroes and Idols/Cyber Sense. Student Edition
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Magazine Teacher Resource (Grade 8)
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On the Edge. Teacher Resource
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On the Move. Magazine
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On the Move. Teacher Resource
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On the Move/Water Wise. Student Edition
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Pearson Media Literacy 8 DVD Package
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Time Will Tell. Teacher Resource
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Time Will Tell/On the Edge. Student Edition
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Water Wise. Magazine
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Water Wise. Teacher Resource
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Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070943
SightLines 8
SightLines 8 offers a wide range of contemporary materials that support outcome-based teaching and learning. This integrated resource, consisting of both student and teacher materials, provides a variety of opportunities to learn how to use the six language strands.
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SightLines 8. Student Anthology
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SightLines 8. Teacher Guide
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
October 27, 2019
R035839
Hope's War
Hope's War depicts the struggles faced by Kat Baliuk, when her grandfather is accused of war crimes because he was an auxiliary police officer in World War II in the Ukraine. Danylo, Kat's grandfather, is labelled as a monster in the media and courts despite the lack of clear evidence. As the Baliuk family faces the scrutiny and anger of the community, Kat discovers the importance of family and friends.
This book intertwines facts about the Ukrainian resistance during the war with both contemporary Ukrainian culture and Canadian high school life. It also deals with prejudice, intolerance and problems with the Canadian immigration system. The ending of the story is left open to provoke discussion about the choices people make in the face of evil. Included are an author's note that provides information regarding the deportation of Canadian citizens charged with war crimes. A resource list is also included.
The Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award nominated Hope's War for an award in 2003. The book was nominated for the Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Snow Award in 2004.
This book intertwines facts about the Ukrainian resistance during the war with both contemporary Ukrainian culture and Canadian high school life. It also deals with prejudice, intolerance and problems with the Canadian immigration system. The ending of the story is left open to provoke discussion about the choices people make in the face of evil. Included are an author's note that provides information regarding the deportation of Canadian citizens charged with war crimes. A resource list is also included.
The Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Award nominated Hope's War for an award in 2003. The book was nominated for the Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Snow Award in 2004.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040014
The Devil's Arithmetic
Hannah is tired of remembering and listening to her grandfather rant and rave about the Nazis. This year's Passover Seder, however, is different. Hannah is transported back in time to Poland during the war and becomes Chaya. Chaya is captured by the Nazis and taken to a death camp. She meets Rivka, who teaches her how to keep her identity and how to survive the dehumanizing processes of the camp. When Rivka is chosen to go to the gas chamber and Chaya offers to go instead, Hannah is returned to her grandparents' apartment.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
February 25, 2019