Health Education 3
Understanding, Skills, and Confidences
Outcomes
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| Determine the role of a variety of healthy foods and physical activity on the health and development of the mind, body, and immune system. |
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| Examine the spiritual dimension of the "inner self" and determine the importance of nurturing it. |
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| Determine how the misuse of helpful and the use of harmful substances (including tobacco) affect the health of self and others. |
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| Understand what it means to contribute to the health of self, family and home. |
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| Evaluate safe behaviours/practices to increase the safety of self and others while at home. |
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| Distinguish between examples of real violence (e.g., schoolyard fights, shaking a baby, bullying) and fictional violence (e.g., cartoons, world wrestling entertainment, video games) and determine the influence of both on health and well-being. |
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R071084
Safety at Home
With colourful photographs and easy-to-read text, this book from the Staying Safe Series focuses on helping children to stay safe at home. Special "What Should You Do?" and "What Have You Learned?" boxes assist students in making choices about home safety. The book includes a table of contents, a bibliography of resources for further learning, a glossary and an index.
Another recommended book in the series entitled Safety Around Water complements the Grade 4 curriculum.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$20.76
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R071086
Why Do I Run?: An Exciting Way to Learn about Your Body!
This book from the My Body Series explains the health benefits of running and other types of exercise. Why Do I Run? also addresses the importance of warming up and cooling down. The book offers numerous colour photographs, diagrams, questions and activities. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, notes for parents and teachers and an index.
Other books in the series complement the Grade 1 curriculum, including My Brain, My Heart and Lungs, Why Do I Brush My Teeth? Why Do I Sleep? and...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.60
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R054842
Seven Grandfather Teachings: Character Development
In this program, students learn about The Seven Grandfather Teachings, also known as The Seven Sacred Teachings. This is a set of teachings on human conduct towards others. They are what was traditionally and still is needed in order for communities to survive. The teachings - love, respect, courage, honesty, wisdom, humility and truth - cannot be used in isolation and are interdependent. The program is hosted by Curve Lake First Nation entertainer Missy Knott and viewers also meet Coast Tsmi...
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R071530
Canada's Food Guide
This website provides information relating to Canada's Food Guide, including: food choices, eating habits, recipes and tips.
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
April 27, 2019
R048800
Which Way Should I Go?
In this story, a happy young boy named Joey loves his grandmother very much and spends a lot of time singing and dancing with her. Joey's grandmother is always giving him pleasant choices to make, such as whether to have applesauce with cinnamon or with ice cream, and he especially enjoys his grandmother's Tla-o-qui-aht song "Waa-yee-seekee aakx kuu" which means "Which way should I go?" One day, Joey's grandmother dies and he experiences a very dark period when he feels that there is no point...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R101152
Fall Safety
Fall brings about thoughts of "back to school", Halloween, changing colors, and harvesting in rural areas. Out host Maggie examines school bus safety, schoolyard safety, trick-or-treating safety, and farm safety.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R006139
Helping Children to Tell About Sexual Abuse: Guidance for Helpers
This book for educators and specialists is intended to create a safe space for children and teens to disclose or talk about sexual abuse. It provides thoughtful and insightful ways to start conversations.
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R051758
Brain Gains: Better Grades Through Fitness
The National visits an inner city high school in Saskatoon, SK, where teacher Allison Cameron tests the theory that vigorous daily exercise improves academic performance. City Park Collegiate is considered a high school of last resort for kids who haven't been able to make it anywhere else. The Grade 8 and 9 students contend with a wide range of behavioural problems: almost half are diagnosed with ADHD and many work at a Grade 4 level. When Allison came across groundbreaking research by Harva...
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 23, 2018
R054803
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend
Scaredy Squirrel is scared to make a friend. After all, they can bite. When he decides the perfect friend would be a goldfish (no teeth), his plan takes a surprising turn. In the end, he discovers that making the effort has its rewards.
Scaredy Squirrel provides an opportunity for classroom discussion to address fears, self-confidence and risk-taking.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
October 8, 2020
R043247
Diary of a Worm
In this story, young viewers will be delighted by and identify with the ups and downs of a young worm whose daily experiences he records in a journal. This journal is shared with the viewers. Diary of a Worm was written by Doreen Cronin and illustrated by Harry Bliss.
A program for the video is available.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
October 8, 2020
R053244
Raven Power
Raven identifies, through several scenarios, that the men and boys in the community take the women and girls for granted and show lack of respect for them. The women go on a week-long retreat, and only Jacob seems able to make coffee, cook meals and keep things running. Raven and Chief Big Sky negotiate to bring the women back, make everyone happier and strengthen the community. This is a humorous and inspiring video in which a young girl takes responsibility to do something about a problem i...
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R054841
Spring Safety
Spring is a time of melting ice, changing weather and spring cleaning. Viewers join our host Maggie as she discusses staying off lakes and ponds, storm and general weather safety, playground safety and spring cleaning safety.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R055150
Safety Superheroes: Preventing Grandparents From Falling
Maya, Ana and Tomer are helping Grandpa prepare the house for Grandma's return home from the hospital. The hospital gave them a list of tips that will make their house safe so Grandma will not fall again. The children decide to attack the list as costumed superheroes.
The illustrations and text demonstrate how the children approach each item on the list and make adjustments to make the home safer. Then they prepare for a welcome home celebration for Grandma.
The resource suggests potential ...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R043375
Shi-shi-etko
In four days, Shi-shi-etko leaves for residential school. Before she leaves, Shi-shi-etko's mother, father and Yayah share teachings they want her to remember. Shi-shi-etko learns to treasure the world that surrounds her. Yaya gives Shi-shi-etko a small bag made from deer hide and sinew. She tells Shi-shi-etko that the bag is to store memories. Shi-shi-etko carefully collects berries, roots and flowers for her bag of memories. When the truck arrives to pick up Shi-shi-etko, she goes to a gian...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$18.95
Record posted/updated:
December 9, 2018
R003091
Super Duper Safety School: Safety Rules for Kids & Grown-Ups!
This resource offers a list of safety rules for children to follow to ensure their own personal safety. Each rule is identified in a student-friendly way with effective visuals and discussion points. A parent guide and a comprehensive list of resource links are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R103748
Opportunities to Address Substance Misuse in Curriculum
This document outlines curricular opportunities to address substance misuse in various subject areas and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators are noted.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 18, 2019
R051437
The Giving Tree: A Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story About Giving and Receiving
Developed in both Michif and English, this book and compact disc focus on the memories of Moushoom as he recalls the experience of finding the giving tree with his parents. This retelling of a traditional story highlights Métis core values and beliefs including strength, kindness, courage, tolerance, honesty, respect, love, sharing, caring, balance, patience and most of all - a meaningful connection with the Creator and Mother Earth.
Media and Formats :
Book
CD/DVD
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070981
Medicines to Help Us: Traditional Métis Plant Use
This decorative folder includes a resource guide and 30 study prints, each of which represents part of an original painting by Christi Belcourt, and is 21.5 by 28 cm in size. The 30 study prints can be assembled to create a 152.4 cm replica of Belcourt's painting, which is rendered in dots to emulate traditional Métis beadwork. The colourfully detailed study prints depict 27 plants that have medicinal properties. These medicinal properties are explained in the resource guide and on the back o...
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Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
$75.00 - study prints & resource guide
Record posted/updated:
March 11, 2020
R070965
Bullying. A Handbook for Educators and Parents
Based on research conducted in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Scandinavia, this professional resource from the Handbooks for Parents and Educators Series explores bullying within public schools. It provides insight into the short- and long-term effects that bullying can have on students, their families and teachers. Focusing on sexual bullying, homophobic bullying and bullying of students with disabilities, it offers insights on the social dynamics of the classroom, the hal...
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Book
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Price :
$43.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R051428
Shi-shi-etko
In four days, Shi-shi-etko leaves for residential school. Before she leaves, Shi-shi-etko's mother, father and Yayah share teachings they want her to remember. Shi-shi-etko learns to treasure the world that surrounds her. Yaya gives Shi-shi-etko a small bag made from deer hide and sinew. She tells Shi-shi-etko that the bag is to store memories. Shi-shi-etko carefully collects berries, roots and flowers for her bag of memories. When the truck arrives to pick up Shi-shi-etko, she goes to a gian...
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Video
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$150.00
Record posted/updated:
November 2, 2021
R048383
Lucy's Family Tree
In this richly illustrated picture book, an adopted child named Lucy wants to be excused from a school assignment regarding a family tree because she thinks that her family is unusual. Lucy's parents, however, are able to convince her to complete the assignment and Lucy subsequently realizes that there are many different types of "normal" families. This book also offers suggestions for family tree projects and a short list of websites for further learning.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070984
Caring for Our Bodies
This easy-to-read book from the Now We Know About... Series addresses the benefits of eating well and physical activity. It also addresses other healthy practices such as getting enough sleep and caring for eyes, ears and teeth. Colourful photographs add appeal to the book. Included are a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$5.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R101150
Summer Safety
Ahhh summer! Sun, sand, water, but we must be careful as well. Our host Maggie talks about water and pool safety, boat safety, bicycle safety, sun protection, as well as the importance of hydration and what to do with bites, stings and poison ivy.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R037438
Diary of a Worm
Using a diary format, the life cycle of a worm is introduced. Through the use of humour, children learn about worms and the role they plan in taking care of the Earth. Students may be able to identify with the worm's experiences as he forgets his lunch, teases his sister and tracks mud into his house.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.00
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R048854
I Like You, I Like Me, Too!: A Teacher/Parent Guide to Help Children Aged 6-10 Develop Self-Esteem Based on Choice Theory®
This resource has two main components that could be used together or independently: a main body and The Magic Choice Carpet section. The main body offers activities that help children boost their self-esteem and express themselves in constructive ways. It also provides a poetry and activity unit on making choices to be a friend, a winner and a leader rather than a bully. The Magic Choice Carpet section offers lesson plans to teach the internal motivational concepts of choice theory developed ...
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Book
CD/DVD
Topic :
Price :
$85.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R044434
Prevention in Motion: Preventing Abuse, Bullying and Harassment of Children and Youth
Tailored for adults, this resource clearly defines various types of abuse, neglect and harassment. It outlines indications of problems and their effects on children and youth. Readers will learn of the barriers and benefits to preventing violence and methods for proactively building safer relationships within schools and communities. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography of related resources.
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
$20.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R050464
Eagle Books
In this colourfully illustrated four-book set, a wise eagle assumes the role of an Elder who uses the tradition of storytelling to pass on valuable information about ways to prevent type 2 diabetes. All four books may be downloaded individually as PDF files.
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Knees Lifted High
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Plate Full of Color
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Through the Eyes of an Eagle
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Tricky Treats
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 27, 2018
R044102
Michael Rosen's Sad Book
In this picture book, Michael Rosen expresses his deep sadness over the loss of his son in a way that young students can understand. The book may help students to comprehend their own feelings of sadness and to cope with them in constructive ways. Michael Rosen's Sad Book demonstrates that being sad is a natural part of the grieving cycle and the feelings of sadness come and go. The watercolour-and-ink illustrations effectively reveal the author's changing moods.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$23.99
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R015647
Kids in the Know K-9 Program Kit (3rd ed.)
This resource provides materials to teach and reinforce safety skills for students from Kindergarten through Grade 9. Lesson materials deal equally with personal safety and sexual exploitation. The program contains an individual teacher's guide with lessons and activities for each grade plus 5 storybooks, 3 puppets and 2 plush dolls. Materials may also be purchased by individual grade.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
$260.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R101153
Winter Safety
This program makes the point that winter can be fun if you follow some simple safety rules. The video host talks about the importance of: dressing properly, wearing proper protective equipment for outdoor sports, ice safety and playing away from roads and snowbanks.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R070980
Healthy Choices, Healthy Lives
In this book from the Caring for Me Series, a young First Nations boy is frightened by his aunt's unusual behaviour. The boy's mother, however, comforts him by explaining that his aunt's behaviour is caused by her consumption of alcohol. His mother then discusses the difference between medicinal and non-medicinal drugs, the dangers of smoking and healthy ways to spend leisure time. The book offers easy-to-read text and colourful, childlike illustrations.
Other books in the series include Eat...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R046879
See a Bully! Stop a Bully!
With a focus on transforming viewers into bully detectives, this program addresses how to recognize various types of bullies, appreciate how bullies make others feel and understand what kids really think about bullies. This program encourages kids to consider the consequences of their own behaviour and understand the behaviour of others.
A teacher's guide is available.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Topic :
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
February 24, 2021
R050399
Health & Wellness Grade 4. Student Edition (Canadian ed.)
The student resource focuses on 10 life skills that students need to become health literature, maintain and improve health, prevent disease and reduce health-related risk behaviours. Each of the seven chapters opens with questions developed to tap prior knowledge, clearly highlights the objectives, utilizes appealing visuals and graphics, offers activities and provides lesson reviews. Some of the suggested activities link to other areas of study. Included are a table of contents, a glossary a...
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Health & Wellness Grade 4. Teacher's Resource Package
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$76.33
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070966
Caring for Me Series
The titles in this series that deal with issues such as healthy eating, safety, dealing with feelings and notions of respect. Colourful, childlike illustrations enhance the easy-to-read text in both books.
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Eat, Run, and Live Healthy
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Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Mouth
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95 ea.
Record posted/updated:
November 13, 2019
R071083
How to Deal with Discrimination
This easy-to-read book from the Let's Work It Out Series provides valuable suggestions regarding dealing with discrimination. The book offers numerous colour photographs and includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
Other titles in the series - How to Deal with Anger, How to Deal with Bullies and How to Deal with Teasing - complement the Grade 2 curriculum.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$19.15
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R103242
Get Along Monsters Series
This fast-paced DVD series focuses on teaching young children valuable socio-emotional skills. Each program offers animated segments and live-action scenarios that demonstrate appropriate ways for children to interact socially and manage their emotions. Lively songs reinforce the message.
A teacher's guide is available for each program.
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5 Ways to Work Things Out
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8 Ways to Handle Anger (Without Hitting)
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We All Get Mad Sometimes
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$129.95 ea.
Record posted/updated:
July 1, 2020
R070982
When My Parents Forgot How to Be Friends
Written in the first person by a young girl whose parents have drifted apart, this story addresses the emotions, including sadness and guilt, that children often experience when their parents divorce. After the separation, the protagonist realizes that her family is much happier and that her parents will always love her. The book includes a note to parents that offers suggestions for guiding children through the healing process so that they become survivors of divorce rather than victims. App...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$7.99 US
Record posted/updated:
December 5, 2018
R102364
Got Lungs? Grades K-3 KNOw Tobacco Resource Guide
This website includes numerous lessons that support tobacco prevention provincial health education curricula.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R012793
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 3: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students investigate the responsibilities of varying levels of government and the scope of influence of their decisions. Students extend their use of maps and globes to represent the Earth and consider why people choose to live and settle where they do. Students begin to learn about the relationship between beliefs, rights and responsibilities. Students consider the impact of culture and diversity on interpretation of current events.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R012788
Jack Teaches His Friends to be KidSafe!
This story book teaches children nine personal safety rules. At the back of the book there is a Language of Safety glossary and a section containing information for adults.
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R100794
Dawn Flight: A Lakota Story
Long ago, a great flood occurred, renewing the Earth and cleansing the land. An eagle was sent by the Grandfather to save one member of humankind and to share the teachings of how to live with truthfulness, kindness, generosity, respect and courage. This traditional story reminds children to find the eagle in themselves, to soar above the darkness and to live in hope.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.99
Record posted/updated:
January 22, 2019
R003084
No Trespassing--This is My Body!
This picture book explores the topic of how children should understand the privacy of their bodies and the differences between appropriate and inappropriate touch. It also conveys to children that feelings that result from inappropriate touch should be shared with a trusted adult. A parent guide at the back of the book goes through steps of what can be done to help and prevention tips and may be useful to educator, as well. This book contains engaging pictures and uses coloured font for impor...
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Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
$16.96
Record posted/updated:
July 2, 2021
R012012
Teatree Tells: A Child Abuse Prevention Kit
This kit provides posters, a picture book and puppet, reproducible sheets, lessons and activities for teachers to help engage young students who are learning about personal safety as it relates to sexual abuse. All of the activities give background information to teachers in order to interact with students as they learn about disclosure and secrecy to prevent sexual abuse.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
$45.00
Record posted/updated:
July 2, 2021
R048922
The Felt Feelings Series
This series was created to help young children deal with their various emotions and challenges. Each book includes suggested questions for dialogue between adults and children and information on obtaining puppets that are available to complement the books. Appealing, cartoon-style illustrations enhance the text.
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Shelly's Shell
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Stretch
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The Butterfly Blanket
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The Telling Bee
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
$10.95 ea.
Record posted/updated:
August 25, 2021
R014712
Cybertip.ca
This website for teachers and students explores the prevention of child exploitation and cybersafety. It includes signs of what to look for if there is a suspected problem. There are downloadable teacher and student resources.
Media and Formats :
Website
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health a...
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019