Science K
Life Science: Living Things in our Environment
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Outcomes
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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.
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Book
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$9.50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 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.
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Book
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$8.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
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.
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Book
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$12.50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R046020
Bearcub and Mama
With his mother's guidance, a little bear cub learns so much - how to catch a fish, how to climb a tree, how to dig for grubs. Mama is always close to Bearcub to teach and comfort him. This comfortable situation, however, begins to change as Bearcub tests his independence. One day, the little bear cub is alone in the forest when a storm darkens the sky. Bearcub is afraid, but he remembers what his mother has taught him and he manages to return home safely. The rich, acrylic-on-canvas illustrations beautifully capture the fierceness of the storm and the loving relationship between a mother and child.
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Book
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$6.95
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R046874
The Great Fuzz Frenzy
Based on the award-winning picture book of the same title by Janet Stevens, the video begins when a fuzzy green tennis ball tumbles into a prairie dog hole. The arrival of the ball causes a great frenzy as the prairie dogs begin to decorate themselves with green fuzz and argue over who should have more fuzz. After a prairie dog named Big Bart steals all the fuzz, he is captured by an eagle. This crisis causes the prairie dogs to reunite and come to Big Bart's rescue, thus demonstrating the true meaning of community.
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CD/DVD
Price :
$75.00
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R044789
Move!
This playful, informational book introduces several of the ways that animals move. For example, penguins waddle, polar bears float, arctic hares run and blue whales swim. Move! provides basic information about each of the animals presented such as motion, size, habitats and food. The colourful, texture-rich collage art is highly appealing.
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Book
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$24.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
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.
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CD/DVD
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$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 22, 2020
R001830
Nipi and Mother Earth
Nipi explains how important it is to look after Mother Earth and each other.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R017955
Focused Study. Characteristics of Plants. Kindergarten
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.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 25, 2019
R018664
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Kindergarten: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
This unit supports students in understanding what it means to be engaged and lifelong learning citizens. Students will consider the relationship between rights and responsibilities that bring order to society. Students will work to understand the varying impacts that rules have on people. As students strive to understand that, they will also work to understand the underlying purpose behind the rule.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
June 3, 2020
R043398
Zinnia's Flower Garden
Step-by-step, this book shows how little Zinnia prepares for, plants, cares for and enjoys her flower garden. The flowers include varieties that can be grown in Saskatchewan such as aster, sweet William, sweet pea, black-eyed Susan, zinnia, snapdragon, sunflower, marigold and cosmos. The artwork was made from copies of fabrics and photos that were cut and pasted onto paper painted with gouache. At the back of the book, there is a short guide on how to grow flowers.
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Book
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$7.50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R054001
Children Make Terrible Pets
Lucie, a young bear, finds a boy in the woods and takes him home. In this topsy-turvy story, the bear then tries to convince her mother that she should be able to keep this "pet." Her mother tells her "children make terrible pets." In the end she returns the boy to the "wild" where he rejoins his family who are picnicking in the park. The video is an adaptation of the picture book written and illustrated by Peter Brown.
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CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
October 7, 2020
R071112
Eaglecrest Early Readers Series
This set of information texts offers stories that reflect firsthand experiences of British Columbia First Nations children in cultural activities and in their routine activities at home and school. Although designed for Grade 1 beginning readers, the stories would be of interest to younger children. Colourful photographs complement the simple text.
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A Bunny to Love. Level 16
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A Gift for Kohkum. Level 20
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Alysha's Flat Tire. Level 6
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Animals at the Fair. Level 6
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Anthony's New Glasses. Level 11
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At the Beach. Level 1
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At the Park. Level 14
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Best Friends. Level 13
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Big and Little. Level 2
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Bonkers is Hungry. Level 8
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Chicken's Ride. Level 11
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Choosing a Kitten. Level 17
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Climbing the Apple Tree. Level 19
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Collecting Eggs. Level 16
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Come and Play, Peaches. Level 10
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Crabs for Dinner. Level 11
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Daffodils for You. Level 5
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Dean's Fish. Level 15
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Dennis Rides His Bike. Level 12
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Dorian's Cast. Level 21
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Dorothy's Mittens. Level 7
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Everett Rides His Horse. Level 9
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Fluffy's Accident. Level 8
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Fun on the Sled. Level 10
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Going Camping. Level 14
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Going Outside. Level 1
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Going to the Store. Level 8
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Gonzo is Missing. Level 20
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Helping Grandma. Level 8
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Helping with Baby. Level 7
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Here Comes the Bus. Level 3
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Holly's Surprise. Level 3
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Hope's Necklace. Level 18
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Hot Moose Stew. Level 12
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Hungry Red Fox. Level 8
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I Like to Read. Level 2
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In The Forest. Level 2
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Lost and Found. Level 13
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Louie's Hat. Level 3
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My Big Brother. Level 2
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My Buddy. Level 2
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My Family. Level 2
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My Grandma. Level 1
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My Grandpa. Level 2
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New Slippers. Level 6
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Picking Blackberries. Level 9
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Picking Flowers. Level 1
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School is Fun. Level 1
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Shona Plays the Fiddle. Level 18
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Skipping Rocks. Level 8
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Snack Time. Level 1
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Spear Fishing with Dad. Level 15
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Stuck in the Tree. Level 7
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Summer Adventure. Level 19
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The Basketball Game. Level 20
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The Best Bread. Level 10
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The Big Puddle. Level 4
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The Dog Sled Ride. Level 16
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The Dream Catcher. Level 12
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The Eagle. Level 4
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The Enormous Rock. Level 17
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The Fishing Trip. Level 6
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The Frog. Level 4
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The Hawk Drum. Level 4
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The Hungry Pony. Level 3
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The Lemonade Stand. Level 15
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The Lost Necklace. Level 7
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The New Boats. Level 13
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The Picnic. Level 6
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The Powwow. Level 16
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The Raven Necklace. Level 5
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The Raven. Level 2
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The Sleepover Party. Level 15
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The Tree Fort. Level 9
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The Water Slides. Level 5
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Time to Play Soccer. Level 14
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Tree Fort Adventure. Level 11
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Water Toys. Level 3
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Where is Fluffy? Level 5
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Wilson's Canoe Ride. Level 10
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Book
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\$6.75 each bk. / \$39.00 set of 6 / \$330.00 set of 50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R041966
Ocean Babies
Ocean Babies presents a few of the billions of babies that inhabit the oceans and points out that while these creatures have their differences, all are part of the life cycle supported by the ocean ecosystem. A back section provides additional information on each featured ocean baby. The watercolour illustrations effectively capture the beauty of new ocean life.
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Book
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$21.95
Record posted/updated:
April 27, 2019
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.
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CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R043693
A Grand Old Tree
This beautiful story about the cycle of life tells of a tree that for many years basks in the sun, bathes in the rain, sways in the breeze and dances in the wind. The tree flowers, bears fruit and sheds leaves before it dies and becomes part of the earth where it still serves a valuable purpose. The dynamic, brilliantly coloured illustrations and large font make this tale very appealing to young children.
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Book
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$15.76
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
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$59.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
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
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Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
October 12, 2019
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.
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Book
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$23.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R046928
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?
Written as a tribute to North American wildlife and to the love between a mother and child, this story in rhyme is an addition to the bear series that started over 40 years ago with Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? A splashy collage representation of an animal (e.g., a screech owl, a mountain goat, a blue heron, a flying squirrel, a prairie dog, a red fox, a mule deer, a rattlesnake) fills every page. A poster of baby bear and her mother is tucked into the endpapers.
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Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 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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CD/DVD
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$34.95
Record posted/updated:
December 8, 2018
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.
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Book
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$21.00
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R071140
On the Way to the Beach
Students use their observation skills as a young girl takes a walk to the beach. On her way to the beach, she passes through four habitats: the woods, the salt marsh, the dunes and the beach. There is a two-page spread that illustrates each habitat. Children open the flap to discover the animals and plants that live in the habitat. As a suggested activity, children are encouraged to find a place to sit, watch and listen to discover what lives in their natural surroundings.
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Book
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$21.00
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 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
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Book
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Free
Record posted/updated:
December 20, 2023
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.
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Book
Price :
$10.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R042495
Planting a Rainbow
This very colourful program tells how a child and mother plant a variety of seeds in a rainbow of colours in their flower garden and watch them grow. From the book by Lois Ehlert, viewers see that her vibrant, stylized artwork brings to life the cyclical excitement of planting and picking flowers in a garden.
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CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$59.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
December 3, 2021
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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Book
Price :
$21.99
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
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.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022