Be Prepared to Speak
Becoming Brave: The Path to Native American Manhood
A Beginner's Guide to Media Communications
Beyond the Summary Lead
The Bias-Free Word Finder: A Dictionary of Nondiscriminatory Language
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life
The Blue Camaro
The Blue Jean Collection
Books About You
Books for You: An Annotated Booklist for Senior High Students
Bordertown Café
Bordertown Café
Born in the U.S.A
The Boys From St. Petri
Breaking Free: A Cross-Cultural Anthology
Breaking Through: A Canadian Literary Mosaic
Breakthroughs: An Integrated Advanced English Program
Bridges 4
Broadcast News Essentials
Broadcast News Writing
Building Plays: Simple Playbuilding Techniques at Work
Business Communications Series
Business Presentations
Butter Down the Well: Reflections of a Canadian Childhood
Be Prepared to Speak (Video). (Toastmasters International Communication Series). Toastmasters International (CCS), 1995. 20 min. Order no. KTSPVD ($159.95).
As an expert coaches his neighbour through the steps in preparing and presenting a speech, he provides suggestions for speechwriting, practising, controlling stage fright, voice modulation, and delivery techniques.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Becoming Brave: The Path to Native American Manhood (Print-Non-Fiction). Thom, Laine. Chronicle Books (LRDC), 1992. 120 p. Order no. 14271 ($21.70 pbk.).
(I/M) Numerous colour photographs and evocative first person accounts in this resource are a testament to the Plains Aboriginals' way of life. In particular, the book looks at the traditional journey of a boy on his path to manhood. Included are photographs of archival clothing and ceremonial objects, as well as visuals of the landscape that shaped events ranging from bison hunts to the massacre at Wounded Knee.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level; English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 10
A Beginner's Guide to Media Communications (Print-Non-Fiction). Gause, Val. NTC Publishing Group (NTC), 1997. 144 p. ISBN 0-8442-5937-3 ($13.95 pbk.).
Using examples of student work, this book describes and illustrates the basics of print and broadcast media. Included are sections giving advice for analysis and production of school newspapers, photographs, yearbooks, radio, television, film, recordings, virtual reality, and the Internet. The book contains a table of contents, index, glossary of terms, and suggestions for student activity.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Beyond the Summary Lead (Video). (News Writing Series). Annenberg/CPB Project (MGR), 1995. 30 min. Dup. order no. V3168.
American journalists encourage novice writers to keep the basics of good writing in mind and to add to their writing by exploring creative introductory styles using various leads. This video is useful for introducing or reinforcing the concept of truth and accuracy in gathering and writing the news.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20
The Bias-Free Word Finder: A Dictionary of Nondiscriminatory Language (Print-Non-Fiction). Maggio, Rosalie. Beacon Distributing/Cook Communications - Canada (LRDC), 1991. 293 p. Order no. 8238 ($20.90 pbk.).
(CAN) This is a comprehensive guide to accurate and respectful use of terms relating to gender, race, age, disability, class, or religion. Alphabetized entries in the book contain definitions of key concepts, modern connotations, and when applicable, preferred alternatives. An introductory chapter provides general guidelines. The book contains a table of contents.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; English Language Arts 20; Communication Studies 20; Journalism Studies 20; Language Resource
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life (Print-Non-Fiction). Lamott, Anne. Anchor Books (BAN), 1995. 239 p. ISBN 0-385-48001-6 ($12.95 pbk.).
Aimed at adult writers, this resource provides practical, easily understood advice for each step in the writing process. The book also contains sections dealing with creating characters and dialogue, organizational skills, collaborative writing groups, finding a voice, and overcoming writer's block. The book contains a table of contents. Teachers are advised that some sections include content for mature readers.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Teacher Reference
The Blue Camaro (Print-Anthology). MacIntyre, Rod P. Thistledown Press Ltd. (LRDC), 1994. 158 p. Order no. 14215 ($15.80 pbk.).
(SK) This collection includes ten short stories written from a young adult point of view that address problems and concerns experienced by youth.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection; Short Stories
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9
The Blue Jean Collection (Print-Anthology). Carver, Peter, ed. Thistledown Press Ltd. (LRDC), 1992. 240 p. Order no. 7927 ($8.40 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 7928 ($23.25 pbk.).
(SK) The 19 short stories in this collection were selected following a national writing contest. They are generally characterized by settings that present a strong sense of the Canadian urban environment. Included are a table of contents and short biographic notes on the writers.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection; Short Stories
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 10
Books About You (Print-Fiction). Please refer to the title: The Paper Bag Princess.
Books for You: An Annotated Booklist for Senior High Students (Print-Non-Fiction). Christenbury, Leila, ed. (NCTE Bibliography Series). National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1995. 432 p. ISBN 0-8141-0367-7 ($21.95 U.S. pbk.).
The fiction, non-fiction, and folklore titles in this book list are organized by subject. Each entry provides ordering information, a listing of awards received, and a brief annotation. The book contains a table of contents, title and author indexes, and a list of books that have received major awards.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Teacher Reference
Bordertown Café (Print-Fiction). Rebar, Kelly. Blizzard Publishing Inc. (LRDC), 1987. 80 p. Order no. 14272 ($8.95 pbk.).
(CAN) In this prairie play a young man comes to terms with his roots. Following a struggle to determine his future lifestyle and country, the youth grows to appreciate his home.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20; Plays
Bordertown Café (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1991. 101 min. Order no. 9191 056 ($34.95).
(CAN) This is the screen adaption of Rebar's play about a young man coming to terms with his roots.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20
Born in the U.S.A (Compact Disc). Springsteen, Bruce. Sony Music (SON), 1984. No order number is required. ($19.99 compact disc).
This compact disc contains the reflective selection "My Hometown," as sung by Bruce Springsteen.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection
The Boys From St. Petri (Print-Fiction). Reuter, Bjarne. Dutton Children's Books (CDS), 1994. 215 p. ISBN 0-525-45121-8 ($22.99 hdc.).
In 1942, a group of Danish students form a secret club and embark on a series of pranks to embarrass the Nazi soldiers occupying their country. Their activities soon escalate in importance to the resistance movement. This novel chronicles the boys' growing awareness of their danger and their responsibilities, the irony of their own prejudices in comparison to those of the Nazi soldiers, the boys' search for meaning in personal relationships, and the ways in which their actions have changed the youths forever.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20
Breaking Free: A Cross-Cultural Anthology (Print-Anthology). Borovilos, John, ed. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (LRDC), 1995. 278 p. Order no. 8660 ($22.10 pbk.).
(CAN) The short stories and poems in this cross-cultural anthology explore similarities and differences of people throughout the world. Selections, which are of varied length and theme, are accompanied by questions for oral or written response as well as suggestions for comparative study of related literature. Although predominantly Canadian, the book also contains selections from writers in Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa. The table of contents lists the genre, authors' roots, and their present residence as well as the setting of each selection. Included are brief author biographies and contents by theme.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20; Multigenre; Recollection
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Breacking Through: A Canadian Literary Mosaic (Print-Anthology). Borovilos, John. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (LRDC), 1990. 318 p. Order no. 6183 ($26.35 pbk.).
(CAN) In this anthology of prose and poetry with a multicultural focus, Borovilos states that he hopes that the selections will allow readers to "break through" the barriers to understanding between members of the Canadian mosaic. Emphasis is on the cultural experiences of immigrants and minorities. Prose selections include short stories, personal and formal essays, and journal articles. Representation, from prominent Aboriginal and Métis, Inuit, as well as immigrant personalities, presents a striking view of the varied experiences encountered by minorities. The student handbook provides author biographies and response questions for each selection, general activity suggestions, an index of selections by theme, an index of authors, and a resource list for further study.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20; Multigenre; Recollection
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Breakthroughs: An Integrated Advanced English Program (Print-Anthology). Engelking, Marina and McPherson-Ramirez, Gloria. Oxford University Press (LRDC), 1998. unp. Order no. 8694 ($26.15 pbk.). Audiocassette - Order no. 8693 ($40.70 cassette).
(CAN) This theme-based kit offers an audiocassette of clear, culturally diverse selections supported by accompanying listening activities in the integrated skills student resource. The audiocassette selections are renditions of interviews, anecdotes, speeches, and poems from recognized personalities. The student resource prepares students for the listening experiences, guides them through the readings, and follows up with a variety of activities. Also included are additional texts and visuals, along with speaking, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing activities relating to each theme. The ten units in this kit provide useful listening experiences to supplement appropriate thematic courses of study. Note: The audiocassette contains dated racial terminology.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Media Studies 20; Multigenre
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Bridges 4 (Print-Non-Fiction). Robinson, S. D., et al. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (LRDC), 1987. 331 p. Order no. 5615 ($44.25 hdc.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 5616 ($45.20 hdc.).
(CAN, I/M) This language and communication resource provides suggested activities to accompany sections about the writing process in several genres, viewing and visual literacy, literary elements, persuasive language, varied speaking and listening experiences, and the development of languages, including Aboriginal and Inuit languages. The book contains a detailed table of contents, index, and numerous black and white photographs.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Language Resource
Broadcast News Essentials (Print-Non-Fiction). Green, Brian. Harcourt Brace & Company Canada Ltd. (HBJ), 1996. 233 p. ISBN 0-7747-3523-6 ($33.95 pbk.).
(CAN) This resource provides basic information about writing and reporting radio and television news in a Canadian context. The book discusses broadcast style and conventions, interviewing, writing leads, broadcast delivery, legal issues, the Radio and Television News Directors' Association of Canada (RTNDA) Code of Ethics, radio and television scripts, and journalism as a career. Included are a table of contents, suggested exercises, and an index.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Broadcast News Writing (Video). (News Writing Series). Annenberg/CPB Project (MGR), 1995. 30 min. Dup. order no. V3175.
American journalists discuss the similarities and differences of broadcast and print journalism, with an emphasis on seeing fairness and accuracy as the basis of good writing in print, effective sound bite selection in broadcasting, and the strategies for writing to sound and to images. This video is suitable for introducing or reinforcing concepts discussed in the classroom.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20
Building Plays: Simple Playbuilding Techniques at Work (Print-Non-Fiction). Tarlington, Carole and Michaels, Wendy. Pembroke Publishers Limited (LRDC), 1995. 136 p. Order no. 7139 ($15.70 pbk.).
(CAN) This reference explains how to involve a class in creating plays, through all phases of the process from choosing a topic, through the writing, rehearsal and performance. Also included is a chapter on assessment. This is a clear, well-organized introduction to playwriting. The book contains a table of contents, glossary, bibliography, and index.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Teacher Reference
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; Arts Education: Secondary Level
Business Communications Series (Video). Please refer to the titles: Business Presentations, Listening, Research and Report Writing, Speaking, and The Writing Process.
Business Presentations (Video). (Business Communications Series). TV Ontario (MGR), 1994. 14 min. Dup. order no. V9604. Teacher's Guide for series - Order no. G9595 ($2.25 pbk.).
An oral presentation is a way for businesses to provide information to a group of people. This video discusses the advantages of an oral presentation over a written report and explores the preparation and delivery of presentations.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20
Butter Down the Well: Reflections of a Canadian Childhood (Print-Non-Fiction). Collins, Robert. Douglas & McIntyre/Groundwood (LRDC), 1992. 149 p. Order no. 47 ($9.75 pbk.).
(SK) The reminiscences of a Saskatchewan boy during the Depression paint a highly entertaining picture of the prairie landscape, farming, and the individuality of prairie settlers.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection