Science 1
Life Science: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
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Outcomes
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R047535
Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly
Velma is going into Grade 1 and her two sisters, Frieda and Fiona, were the perfect Grade 1 students. All the teachers remember the two sisters, but no one notices Velma. A trip to the butterfly conservatory changes this. A monarch butterfly roosts on Velma's finger and will not leave. Teachers and students will never forget Velma or her butterfly. The book discusses butterflies, from migration to metamorphosis.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R046966
Diary of a Fly
Using diary format, the life cycle of a fly is introduced. The author discusses learning to fly, landing on targets, using his senses and the important part that flies have in the food chain. Children should enjoy the humour throughout the story, such as Fly being sent to the garage for a time-out.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R054524
The Curious Garden
In this animated video, Liam lives in a city that is dark and grey. While exploring one day, Liam discovers a stairwell that leads to old railroad tracks. Among the tracks is a patch of dying wildflowers. Liam decides to take care of the garden. He learns to water and prune the plants. As the garden starts to spread, the city is transformed into a colourful and green world. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written and illustrated by Peter Brown.
A teacher's guide is available.
A teacher's guide is available.
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The Curious Garden. An Interview with Peter Brown
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CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$59.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R032541
Addison Wesley Science & Technology 1
This science resource includes information, activities and teacher support material that address all four units of Saskatchewan's Grade 1 science curriculum.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R001692
Askî and Friends: Help Me Tell My Story
These digital storybooks were developed as part of the Help Me Tell My Story early childhood oral language assessment. The assessment is unique in many ways and it is grounded in First Nations and Métis holistic perspectives on learning. All of the stories incorporate traditional beliefs and perspectives and are available in five languages: Cree, Dene, Michif, English and French. The four storybooks focus on Askî, his three friends Nipi, Kon and Tate and their lives around the pond. The stories introduce Turtle Island and Mother Earth - two concepts that are central in the First Nations worldview. The stories were developed to be used in the classroom and in the home to help improve early childhood language skills. These stories are available for interactive tablets and can be downloaded from Google Play (Android) or the AppStore (iPad).
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Askî and Turtle Island
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Kon and the Circle of Life
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Nipi and Mother Earth
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Tate and the Flyers
Media and Formats :
Book
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 20, 2023
R007671
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 1: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students will examine actions and practices that contribute to peace and order. They will learn about the rules that bring order to society and the governance structures that create those rules. Students will discover how rules are made and the processes for changing rules. Students examine the various levels of government to understand the responsibilities of different governments and understand the decision making process. Students will continue to learn about respect for themselves, others and their environment.
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Book
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 3, 2020
R070580
Taking Care of Mother Earth
Charlie likes to help his grandmother, who tells stories while they work. While being reminded to turn off the water tap, Grandma describes how everything around us is connected to water. Children will benefit from Grandma's wisdom as they learn to take care of Mother Earth.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R054801
Hi! Fly Guy
When Buzz enters Fly Guy in The Amazing Pet Show, the judges aren't impressed. Flies are pests and can't be pets, but Fly Guy is determined to amaze everyone with his tricks. After all, how many pets can say their master's name and know their own jar? Fly Guy wins the Smartest Pet Award, and a beautiful friendship between Buzz and Fly Guy begins.
This video's controlled vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and chapter segments make it an ideal choice for emergent readers. Youngsters will be drawn to the cartoon-like animations and quirky story, which offers possibilities for sequencing, predicting, and character analysis. Thematically, this tale could be used for discussions about exotic pets, unusual friendships, families, and overcoming obstacles. From a science perspective, opportunities abound for the study of flies and other insects, particularly those considered pests. Buzz, who is outfitted with a butterfly net, hard hat, and insect jar, will introduce students to the naturalist's world.
This video's controlled vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and chapter segments make it an ideal choice for emergent readers. Youngsters will be drawn to the cartoon-like animations and quirky story, which offers possibilities for sequencing, predicting, and character analysis. Thematically, this tale could be used for discussions about exotic pets, unusual friendships, families, and overcoming obstacles. From a science perspective, opportunities abound for the study of flies and other insects, particularly those considered pests. Buzz, who is outfitted with a butterfly net, hard hat, and insect jar, will introduce students to the naturalist's world.
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R043774
Ice Bear: In the Steps of the Polar Bear
The Inuit have watched and learned from the polar bear for generations. Davies describes the adaptations the polar bear has undergone to survive in the Arctic. The polar bear is able to swim and walk for hundreds of kilometres in search of food. At the same time, the polar bear is gentle with her newborn cubs. She will protect and feed the cubs for two years before they are able to hunt on their own. Through observing the polar bear, the Inuit have learned to hide from blizzards in a house of snow, to hunt for seals and to survive in the Arctic.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.00
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R053051
The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales
In this collection of narratives, readers will discover how various cultures celebrate our connection with nature and remind us how important it is to take care of Mother Earth. The narratives will increase understanding of the relationship to the land, celebrate the beauty of the natural world and share wisdom to take care of the Earth. The text includes a table of contents and a suggested activity to accompany each narrative.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$19.99
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R054124
How Did That Get in My Lunchbox?: The Story of Food
Young children do not often thing of the origin of their food. This video outlines the steps in producing some common food that young children like to eat. They learn that harvesting wheat produces flour to make bread and that cocoa pods provide chocolate. The video also includes healthy tips for children and describes the basic food groups in meal planning. It supports discussions about food choices as they relate to healthy/unhealthy snacking. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written by Chris Butterworth and illustrated by Lucia Gaggiotti.
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$34.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R025282
Hands-on Science Grade 1: An Inquiry Approach (WNCP ed.)
This new edition contains easy-to-follow lesson plans that incorporate an inquiry-based approach to learning. The student-centred activities also include ideas for integrating Indigenous knowledge, multicultural connections and real-world applications into each lesson. The four units contained in the resource are: Characteristics and Needs of Living Things, The Senses, Characteristics of Objects and Materials and Daily and Seasonal Changes.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.00
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R047038
In My Backyard
Children discover the animals that live in their backyards throughout the year. The wren is often the first sign that spring has arrived. Toads, snails and snakes can be found in the backyard. Other animals featured in the book include a hummingbird, wasps and spiderlings, bats and possums.
Each two-page spread is illustrated with paper-sculpture art. One page is done in colour and the corresponding page is in white. Each illustration provides a clue to the next animal on the following page.
The book includes a legend that contains brief information about each animal in the book.
Each two-page spread is illustrated with paper-sculpture art. One page is done in colour and the corresponding page is in white. Each illustration provides a clue to the next animal on the following page.
The book includes a legend that contains brief information about each animal in the book.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R050223
Honk, Honk, Goose!: Canada Geese Start a Family
The roles of male and female geese that are starting a family are described. The female builds the nest, lays the eggs and keeps the goslings warm until they hatch. The male helps to protect the nest by chasing away predators.
At the back of the book is additional information on the Canada goose, migrating and resident geese and a suggestion for a budding scientist.
At the back of the book is additional information on the Canada goose, migrating and resident geese and a suggestion for a budding scientist.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$18.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R072154
Up We Grow!: A Year in the Life of a Small, Local Farm
Children learn about the role and importance of small, local farms. Using the four seasons, children will understand the workings of the farm from plowing, planting, composting, mulching, harvesting, marketing fruits and vegetables and caring for the animals.
Children will realize that we depend upon the people who work together to grow and to share food for our sustenance, while protecting and respecting the land and animals.
Children will realize that we depend upon the people who work together to grow and to share food for our sustenance, while protecting and respecting the land and animals.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R046802
On Meadowview Street
Caroline and her family move to Meadowview Street, but they soon discover that there is no meadow, no view and nothing growing in their yard except grass. While Dad is mowing the lawn, Caroline spots a blossom in the grass. She asks her dad not to mow in that one spot and makes a fence to protect the flower. Soon, Dad sells the lawnmower because Caroline's flower preserve has taken over the lawn. Caroline attracts various animal and plant species as her meadow continues to develop. Caroline's efforts to create a meadow catch on in the neighbourhood.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R054531
Solomon's Tree
On the West Coast of Canada, Solomon has developed a special relationship with a large maple tree in his yard. Through the tree, Solomon has learned many things about the life of insects, plants and animals. After a fierce storm topples the maple, Solomon's uncle leads him through the process of creating a mask, which brings to life all of the things that were special to Solomon. Students will appreciate Solomon, his family, the respect there is for the natural environment and how art is a part of the culture in this story.
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Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R050666
A Journey Through the Circle of Life
Cheyenne's pépère teaches her to plant a tree every year to honour Mother Nature and to respect the circle of life. At first, Cheyenne is sad when Pépère passes away, but Cheyenne realizes that Pépère's teachings will live long after he no longer walks the earth.
This book highlights the importance of looking ahead to and planning for what we leave our grandchildren and the generations to follow.
This book highlights the importance of looking ahead to and planning for what we leave our grandchildren and the generations to follow.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R001830
Nipi and Mother Earth
Nipi explains how important it is to look after Mother Earth and each other.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R047600
The Very Best Bed
A bushy gray squirrel is busy storing nuts for the winter. He does not notice that it is getting dark and cold. The squirrel has to find a bed for the night. The squirrel tries various spots, but finds other animals sleeping - a bear is in a den, bats are hanging upside down and there is a hole in a tree that is filled with baby raccoons. Finally, the squirrel finds the right spot for a bed.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$13.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R051396
Big Bear Hug
A kind-hearted bear is so filled with love and joy that he always hugs everything in sight. One day, however, he is tempted to be violent when he crosses paths with a human who is about to cut down a beautiful old tree. After pausing to reflect, the bear is able to resolve the situation in a non-violent fashion. Simple, cartoon-style illustrations pair with easy-to-read text in this endearing story.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R051293
First the Egg
In this video, children will learn the life cycle of plants and animals. For example, children will learn that a tadpole comes before a frog, a seed comes before the flower, the caterpillar comes before the butterfly and the egg comes before the chicken. The original picture book was written and illustrated by Laura Vaccaro Seeger and this adaptation on video is narrated by young actress, Elle Fanning.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 22, 2020
R051288
What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?
This video examines the various things that animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet and tails. Children will learn that not all animals use the body parts for the same purpose. For example, a lizard will break off its tail to escape predators and a skunk lifts his tail to spray his enemies. The original story book was written by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 22, 2020
R052781
The Four Seasons. Daily and Seasonal Changes
This video introduces the seasons to children. Mother Earth presents each season using live-action and animated sequences. In addition to the seasons, children will observe daily changes and how the changes affect plants, animals and human life. The seasons played a role in First Nations societies. For example, during the winter months, storytelling provided the Anishinaabe opportunities to pass on cultural knowledge. Some concepts and terminology include dormant, adaptation, migrate and temperature.
A study guide is available.
A study guide is available.
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The Four Seasons. Quiz
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The Four Seasons. Seasonal Safety Tips
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$119.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R046016
Niiwin: Four Ojibwa Critter Tales
A group of Elders are berry picking and Antoinette becomes separated from the group. As Antoinette picks berries, she sees four animals and tells a narrative about each animal. There is a brief introduction where Coleclough introduces the importance of Elders, storytelling and Nanabozho, who is a spirit in human form.
Teachers may consider inviting an Elder or traditional knowledge keeper into the classroom to tell the narratives.
Teachers may consider inviting an Elder or traditional knowledge keeper into the classroom to tell the narratives.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R047199
Pan-Canadian Science Place 1
This comprehensive series addresses learning outcomes from all four units of Saskatchewan's Grade 1 science curriculum.
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. Design Team
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. Design Team. Teacher's Guide
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. Earth Watch
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. Earth Watch. Teacher's Guide
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. It's Alive!
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. It's Alive! Teacher's Guide
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. What's It Like?
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Pan-Canadian Science Place 1. What's It Like? Teacher's Guide
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R054123
Yucky Worms
On a visit to his grandmother, a young boy is revolted by the "yucky" worms that are dug up in the garden. The boy changes his mind when he discovers how interesting worms can be and how they help the soil, plants and animals around the garden. This video is enhanced with appealing artwork and the witty remarks of the many worms who comment on all the action. A special segment titled, How To Be A Wormologist includes interesting garden experiments. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written by Vivian French and illustrated by Jessica Ahlberg.
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$34.95
Record posted/updated:
December 8, 2018
R002860
Focused Study. Characteristics of Native Plants. Grade 1
The scope of this study guide includes investigating basic plant structure, what plants need to grow, uses of plants and why they are important, as well as the importance of native plants and how they are different than introduced plants.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 27, 2018
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.
A program for the video is available.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053581
Needs of Living Things
This video examines the needs of all living things. The program opens with the basic characteristics common to living things. Needs of living things such as living space, food, water, air and proper temperature are introduced.
A teacher's guide is available.
A teacher's guide is available.
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Needs of Living Things. Slides
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$79.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R071131
Oscar and the Frog: A Book About Growing
Oscar is a curious kitten and at the pond, he is full of questions about growing things. Frog helps answer some of Oscar's questions as he has gone through his own changes, from a tadpole to a frog. Through Frog, Oscar finds out how living things begin, what they eat and how they grow. Included in the book are summaries about growing and an index.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R054241
Nelson Literacy 1
This major integrated resource for English language arts 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: viewing, listening, reading, representing, speaking and writing.
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 are cross-curricular units that link to science and social studies.
The teacher's guide is detailed and comprehensive with formative and summative assessment tools. Teacher reflection is emphasized.
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 are cross-curricular units that link to science and social studies.
The teacher's guide is detailed and comprehensive with formative and summative assessment tools. Teacher reflection is emphasized.
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Energy in the Environment
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. The Needs of Living Things
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Energy in Our Lives
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. The Needs of Living Things
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Energy in Our Lives
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. The Needs of Living Things
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Book
Kit
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R047244
First the Egg
With beautiful die cuts, this imaginative book shows such transformations as a tadpole becoming a frog, a caterpillar becoming a butterfly, a seed becoming a flower, words becoming a story and paint becoming a picture.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$23.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R049557
An Egg is Quiet
Aston introduces over 60 different types of eggs to young children. She describes why some eggs are shaped a certain way, why some eggs use camouflage and why some eggs are textured. She includes three life cycles of animals that start as an egg.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R103000
Pearson Science 1. Saskatchewan Edition
The Saskatchewan edition of Pearson Science 1 has been custom published for Saskatchewan and has been developed by Saskatchewan teachers. The hands-on, inquiry-based approach integrates First Nations perspectives into student learning. The classroom kit contains: 1 teacher resource (including interactive whiteboard lessons), 6 copies of 4 fiction and 4 nonfiction little books, 4 lap books, 4 science posters, 4 traditional knowledge posters and 4 skills posters. Additional copies of each fiction and nonfiction little book can be purchased in packages of 6.
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A-Maze! Additional Fiction Little Book Pack
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Days and Seasons. Additional Non-Fiction Little Book Pack
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Exploring With Our Senses. Additional Non-Fiction Little Book Pack
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Groundhog Day. Additional Fiction Little Book Pack
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Living Things. Additional Non-Fiction Little Book Pack
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Moko's Adventures on Earth. Additional Fiction Little Book Pack
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Objects Everywhere. Additional Non-Fiction Little Book Pack
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On the Trail. Additional Fiction Little Book Pack
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
$1,962.19
Record posted/updated:
April 27, 2019
R051296
Diary of a Fly
Using diary format, the life cycle of a fly is introduced. The author describes learning to fly, landing on targets, using their senses and that flies are an important part of the food chain. Children should enjoy the humour throughout the story, such as Fly being sent to the garage for a time-out. The video is adapted from the book by Doreen Cronin, illustrated by Harry Bliss and narrated by young actress, Abigail Breslin.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 22, 2020
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
R101636
My Favorite Time of the Year
This picture book presents two children enjoying seasonal activities throughout the year. There are four dedicated pages for each season. At the end of the book, the four seasons are represented in a circle along with drawings of animals in each season.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$24.95
Record posted/updated:
January 7, 2022
R051763
Timon and Pumbaa. Safety Smart Goes Green!
In this video program from Disney's Wild About Safety Series, Timon and Pumbaa ensure that the water, land and air around them are safe and clean. Students will explore the Three Rs (reduce, reuse and recycle). They will also learn to conserve water and energy.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$19.98
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R029633
National Geographic Science 1-2
This series of modular kits allows students to build skills to ensure a complete understanding of the nature of science. The process skills and the nature of science work together to help students think and act like scientists. Students will develop their process skill of observation. Through the nature of science, students will learn that science knowledge is based upon evidence and that science knowledge can change based upon new evidence. Numerous opportunities are provided for students to complete hands-on explorations that ensure a thorough understanding of key science concepts. Each unit opens with a big question to guide learning. Throughout the unit, there are four levels of inquiry. The explore activity allows students to build background knowledge. Teachers direct instruction in directed inquiry. In guided inquiry, students become independent learners with guidance from the teacher. Students choose their own questions, create and carry out plans, collect and record data and share data in open inquiry.
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night During Chinese New Year
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night at the Festival of Colors
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night on Cinco de Mayo
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Stories in the Stars
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. The Sun Shines
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. What Do You See in the Moon?
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Assessment Handbook
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Big Ideas Big Book
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Big Ideas Student Book
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Classroom Set
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Learning Masters
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Science Inquiry Book
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Science Inquiry Kit
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Earth Science. Sun, Moon, and Stars. Teacher's Edition
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Earth Science. Write about Sun, Moon, and Stars. A New Moon Rover Big Book
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Life Science. Become an Expert. A Wolf's World
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Life Science. Become an Expert. An Alligator's World
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Life Science. Become an Expert. An Elephant's World
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Life Science. Become an Expert. At Home in the Desert
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Life Science. Become an Expert. At Home in the Ocean
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Life Science. Become an Expert. At Home in the Prairie
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Life by a Bay
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Life in a Forest
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Life in a Garden
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Oak Trees and White-Tailed Deer
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Saguaro Cacti and Elf Owls
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Life Science. Become an Expert. Water Lilies and Bullfrogs
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. A Butterfly's Favorite Plant
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Do Wolf Pups Need a Babysitter?
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Eat or Be Eaten
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. The Baobab and the Elephant
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. The Cactus Name Game
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. The Giant Water Lily
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. The Muddy Dragon
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Trees, Seeds, and Leaves
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Watch Out!
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. What Are They Good For?
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Whose Babies Are These?
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Life Science. Explore on Your Own. Why Don't Crocodiles Make Good Pets?
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Life Science. Habitats. Assessment Handbook
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Life Science. Habitats. Big Ideas Big Book
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Life Science. Habitats. Big Ideas Student Book
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Life Science. Habitats. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Life Science. Habitats. Classroom Set
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Life Science. Habitats. Science Inquiry Book
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Life Science. Habitats. Science Inquiry Kit
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Life Science. Habitats. Teacher's Edition
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Assessment Handbook
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Big Ideas Big Book
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Big Ideas Student Book
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Classroom Set
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Learning Masters
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Science Inquiry Book
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Science Inquiry Kit
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Life Science. Life Cycles. Teacher's Edition
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Life Science. Living Things. Assessment Handbook
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Life Science. Living Things. Big Ideas Big Book
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Life Science. Living Things. Big Ideas Student Book
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Life Science. Living Things. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Life Science. Living Things. Classroom Set
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Life Science. Living Things. Learning Masters
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Life Science. Living Things. Science Inquiry Book
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Life Science. Living Things. Science Inquiry Kit
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Life Science. Living Things. Teacher's Edition
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Assessment Handbook
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Big Ideas Big Book
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Big Ideas Student Book
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Classroom Set
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Learning Masters
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Science Inquiry Book
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Life Science. Plants and Animals. Science Inquiry Kit
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Life Science. Write About Habitats. A Coyote in the City Big Book
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Life Science. Write About Life Cycles. We Need More Trees! Big Book
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Life Science. Write About Living Things. Wild Animals in the City Big Book
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Life Science. Write About Plants and Animals. Plants We Eat Big Book
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. At the Market
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. In the Art Class
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. In the Kitchen
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Tractors on the Farm Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Trains Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. All Aboard!
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Build It!
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Cookie Time
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Decorating a Vase
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Fun Food
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. On the Farm
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Physical Science. Properties. Assessment Handbook
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Physical Science. Properties. Big Ideas Big Book
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Physical Science. Properties. Big Ideas Student Book
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Physical Science. Properties. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Physical Science. Properties. Classroom Set
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Physical Science. Properties. Learning Masters
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Physical Science. Properties. Science Inquiry Book
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Physical Science. Properties. Science Inquiry Kit
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Physical Science. Properties. Teacher's Edition
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Assessment Handbook
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Big Ideas Big Book
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Big Ideas Student Book
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Classroom Set
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Learning Masters
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Science Inquiry Book
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Science Inquiry Kit
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Physical Science. Pushes and Pulls. Teacher's Edition
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Physical Science. Write About Properties. Making Juice Pops Big Book
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Physical Science. Write About Pushes and Pulls. Pushes and Pulls at Home Big Book
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Book
Kit
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unavailable
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R051727
Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!
In this animated adaptation of the picture book by Bob Barner, many bugs come to life through verse, collage images, and rap-style music. We see spiders, grasshoppers, bees, ants, and beetles and learn the stages of the life cycle of a butterfly.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 2, 2020
R053287
Looking Closely Series
This series allows students to observe their natural environment. Each book examines a habitat. Within the habitat are animals, plants and objects. The book allows students to look closely at one part of each object, animal or plant and observe what they see. Students flip over a page to see the whole object, animal or plant with a detailed description.
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Looking Closely Across the Desert
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Looking Closely Along the Shore
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Looking Closely Inside the Garden
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
October 12, 2019
R052037
Sandy's Incredible Shrinking Footprint
Sandy loves to visit her grandpa's house by the beach where she and her dog, Pepper, play in the sand. One day, Sandy's walk to the beach is ruined because the sand is littered with garbage. Sandy wonders who would do this to a beautiful place. She then meets the Garbage Lady who keeps the beach clean by recycling materials that she has found. The Garbage Lady teaches Sandy that by recycling and reusing items, she is shrinking her footprint. At the back of the book are 12 suggestions for shrinking our footprints.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$15.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R022588
Home
In this wordless picture book, readers observe the changes in a neighbourhood from before Tracy is born until she is an adult. At first, the neighbourhood is decaying. As the book progresses, the neighbourhood is renewed through the efficacy and social responsibility of people within the community.
The book won the 2005 Notable Children's Book Award for the Association for Library Service to Children.
The book won the 2005 Notable Children's Book Award for the Association for Library Service to Children.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R050235
Bradley McGogg: The Very Fine Frog
Bradley McGogg lives in the bog in a hollowed-out log. The bog is filled with good things to eat. One day Bradley goes to his pantry and finds that the cupboards are bare. He decides to meet his new neighbours in hopes of getting something to eat. As Bradley meets his neighbours, he decides that their food choices are disgusting. Returning to the bog, his home is filled with all kinds of delicious bugs.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R009254
Muskrats and Fire
Muskrats and Fire, written by Renée Carrière in collaboration with Charlebois Community School students in Cumberland House, provides a personal account of their journey to answer the question: Where have all the muskrats gone? The book weaves historical and present-day teachings shared by community Knowledge Keepers with the Saskatchewan K-12 curriculum. Stories centre around one Cree dialect and the cultural experiences of a specific community. It is not meant to encompass all Indigenous communities or cultural practices.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 9, 2019
R003260
Tate and the Flyers
Tate talks about the importance of the pond and how he and other flyers meet there to hear and to share stories.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R013535
Métis Art and Stories in the Classroom with Leah Marie Dorion. Grades 1 & 2
Why were bison essential to people living on the plains, prior to the time of Treaty negotiations (1870s)? What does the bison represent today? This LIVE Arts broadcast features contemporary artwork and storytelling by Métis artist Leah Marie Dorion, based on her children's book, "Métis Camp Circle: A Bison Culture Way of Life." Leah reads from the book, discusses the importance of bison (past and present), explains the use of Métis symbolism and discuss the composition and design of the illustrations. Leah guides students through a live drawing activity where they learn to draw and paint a bison as inspired by Leah's particular style of creating and imagery.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 21, 2021
R037470
Nipêhon = I Wait
This picture book is written in Cree using standard roman orthography and syllabics as well as English. It tells the story of grandmother, mother and daughter who walk to the field, pray and gather yarrow. At the end of the book is a recipe for yarrow tea. This book offers a way to discuss cultural traditions.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$39.95
Record posted/updated:
January 7, 2022