8.5" x 11", 24 pages. Soy-based ink and non-toxic coatings. Paper sourced from sustainable forests.

With the 29 lesson plans in this book, students will investigate the various communities of early settlers and First Nation peoples in Upper Canada during the 1800's. They will understand how the interaction between the new settlers and existing communities of First Nation peoples and French settlers helped to shape the development of the various communities. Students will be able to compare communities of the past with those of the present day. Includes 29 lesson plans, teacher guide & instructions and answer key. 120 pages.

Cross - Curricular Activities. Each resource provides an engaging study of the country, climate, landscapes, language, cultures and traditions of its people. Plus a resource and skills list and student tracking sheet. 50+ activities and information cards. Skills in reading, writing, math, mapping, research and more. Teacher guide for planning and implementation included. 176 pages.

Start Early - Increase Cultural Awareness. Canada is a country of many diverse cultures that encompass various family traditions and celebrations. Background information for the teacher to share in lessons and discussions are included. Reproducible booklet will broaden student's knowledge and cultural awareness of traditions and celebrations practiced in Canada. Over 28 different celebrations from Canada's melting pot are included. This book supports many of the fundamental concepts and learning outcomes from the curriculums for the province of Ontario, Grade 2, Heritage & Citizenship, Traditions & Celebrations. 64 pages.

On July 1, 1867 Upper and Lower Canada, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia entered into a union known as confederation and became the country now known as Canada. Study the group of individuals who helped bring about confederation, the different backgrounds and personalities that influenced the development of this great nation, and the trials they endured to bring about the joining of these diverse geographical areas. Includes 23 activities and answer key. 80 pages. This book supports many of the fundamental concepts and learning outcomes from the curriculums for the province of Ontario, Grade 8, History, Confederation.

Examines the physical and cultural geography of BC through reading and map skills.

Like arithmetic skills, map-reading skills are best developed in a systematic and practical way, through a step-by-step progression of prescribed activities. The activities in this series of map books introduce, develop and reinforce those skills needed to understand maps.

Cross - Curricular Activities. Each resource provides an engaging study of the country, climate, landscapes, language, cultures and traditions of its people. Plus a resource and skills list and student tracking sheet. 50+ activities and information cards. Skills in reading, writing, math, mapping, research and more. Teacher guide for planning and implementation included. 96 pages.

Activities will help students assess the impact of some key social, economic, and political factors, including social, economic, and/or political inequality, on various Canadians between 1850 and 1890 as well as on the creation and expansion of the Dominion of Canada. Using the historical inquiry process students will investigate perspectives of different groups on some significant events, developments, and/or Canadians issues that affected Canada and/or Canadians between 1850 and 1890. Understanding Historical Context students will describe various significant events, developments, and people in Canada between 1850 and 1890, and explain their impact. Developed to make history curriculum accessible to students at multiple skill levels and with various learning styles. The content covers key topics required for eighth grade history and supports the updated 2013 Ontario Curriculum: History Grade 8. Topics are presented in a clear, concise manner, which makes the information accessible to struggling learners. There are two levels of questions for each topic. Illustrations, maps, and diagrams visually enhance each topic and provide support for visual learners. The reading passages focus on the significant people and historic events that were important to Canadian history between 1850 and 1890, giving students a good overall understanding of this time period. 48 Master the Facts game cards review content learned. 106 pgs. Topics Covered Include: British North America Confederation External Factors Internal Factors The Road to Confederation The Creation of Canada Fathers of Confederation: George Brown; George-Etienne Cartier; Alexander T. Galt; Hector-Louis Langevin; Thomas D'Arcy McGee; Charles Tupper; John A. Macdonald Red River Red River Rebellion: Leader: Louis Riel Manitoba Joins the Confederation Northwest Territories Joins the Confederation British Columbia Joins the Confederation Amor De Cosmos Prince Edward Island Joins the Confederation: William Henry Pope; Edward Whelan Canadian Pacific Railway Northwest Rebellion Gabriel Dumont General Frederick Middleton Poundmaker Big Bear The North West Mounted Police Canadian Gold Rushes

Students will appreciate the history, rich heritage and culture of Canada as it is presented here. Exercises examine the past, present and future of the regions' economy, geography, wildlife and population. Also meet Canada's early explorers, People of the First Nations, Loyalist, and immigrants from every corner of the world, all making Canada a most intriguing place to discover! 85 pages.

Our Native Elements Playing Cards make for a great indigenous take on game night. Packaged in a family sized set with two decks, these cards feature First Nations designs on the face cards as well as the back. Featuring Bella Bella artist, Ben Houstie, and Haida artists, Ernest Swanson and Allan Weir. Family size gift box featuring two decks; 52 cards per deck plus 2 jokers. Standard playing card stock weight.

This activity book explores the way of life of 3 pioneer societies in Canada: early settlers from France, Loyalist pioneers and homesteaders. Each section examines pioneer homes and furnishings, food and clothing, travel, sports and recreation.