Cages
The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
Canada and the World: An Atlas Resource. 2nd ed.
Canadian Code of Advertising Standards
The Canadian Reporter: News Writing and Reporting. 2nd ed.
The Canadian Style: A Guide to Writing and Editing. Rev. ed.
Canadian Writer's Companion
The Canadian Writer's Guide. 12th ed.
The Canadian Writer's Handbook. 3rd ed.
A Canadian Writer's Reference. 2nd ed.
Canadians in the Global Community Series
Characters in Action: Playwriting the Easy Way
Cigarettes: Who Profits, Who Dies?
Circle of the Sun
Classroom Publishing: A Practical Guide to Enhancing Student Literacy
Coast to Coast: Canadian Stories, Poetry, Non-Fiction & Drama
Cold Sassy Tree
Comfort Me With Apples: Considering the Pleasures of the Table
Coming of Age: Short Stories About Youth & Adolescence
Coming of Age: The Art of Growing Up
Communicating for Results
Communicating for Results: How to be Clear, Concise & Credible
Communicating Technical Information: A Guide for the Electronic Age. 2nd ed.
Communicating With Respect
Communication at Work. 3rd ed.
Communications in Canadian Society. 4th ed.
Cages (Video). (Canadian Short Story Video Series). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1984. 24 min. Order no. C0184610/EC003 ($39.95).
(CAN) This powerful story dramatizes a family in conflict. A father who despises his job as a miner hopes for a better life for his sons. Billy, the younger, understands his father's aspiration, whereas Gene mocks his father and brother, and turns to drinking and delinquency. Billy makes excuses for Gene's behaviour and takes the blame for his actions until he realizes he cannot cover up for his brother forever.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20
The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language (Print-Non-Fiction). Crystal, David. Cambridge University Press (LRDC), 1995. 489 p. Order no. 7637 ($57.30 hdc.).
This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the history, structure, and variety of English in its oral and written forms. Numerous photographs, information boxes, and charts illustrate varied topics such as the structure of sentences, the language of sports, changes to English, lexical twins, a short biography of Roget, modern punctuation, and humour. The book contains a table of contents, glossary of specialized language terms, index of linguistic items, index of personalities, and index of topics.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Language Resource
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Canada and the World: An Atlas Resource. 2nd ed. (Atlas). Matthews, Geoffrey J. and Morrow, Robert. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (LRDC), 1995. 220 p. Order no. 7002 ($29.50 hdc.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 7004 ($183.60 binder).
(CAN) This atlas presents information on a variety of topics using introductory statements and diverse graphic representations. The resource develops both a regional perspective and a thematic approach in exploring Canada and the world. The thematic topics range from relief, topography, and demography to habitat destruction and pollution. The resource includes Canadian statistics, world statistics, a table of contents, a glossary, a gazetteer, a bibliography, and an index.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20
Other Use: Canadian Studies
Canadian Code of Advertising Standards (Print-Non-Fiction). Canadian Advertising Standards Council, The (ASC), 1991. 12 p. No order number is required. ($FREE pbk.).
(CAN) This pamphlet sets the criteria for acceptable advertising, defines the role and responsibilities of the Advertising Standards Council, and provides guidance for initiating a complaint.
Suggested Use: Media Studies 20
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
The Canadian Reporter: News Writing and Reporting. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Cumming, Carman and McKercher, Catherine. Harcourt Brace & Company Canada Ltd. (LRDC), 1998. 456 p. Order no. 8321 ($49.35 pbk.).
(CAN) This manual looks at the fundamentals of news gathering and writing, including the development of story ideas, interviewing, use of research sources, and ethics in journalism. Included are suggestions for covering several types of news assignments, use of the Internet, ethical reporting, use of clear, accurate language, and dealing with libel. The book contains a table of contents, index, glossary, and list of recommended reading.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20
The Canadian Style: A Guide to Writing and Editing. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Dundurn Group, The (LRDC), 1997. 311 p. Order no. 8683 ($27.90 pbk.).
(CAN) This reference provides concise, easily understood guidelines for mechanics, usage, and style in news writing. It contains information about metric units, numerical expressions, frequently misused words, and techniques for editing, using unbiased terms and clear language, and writing letters, memos, reports, and references. Included are a table of contents, index, and cross-references.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20; Language Resource
Canadian Writer's Companion (Print-Non-Fiction). Luengo, Anthony. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (LRDC), 1995. 390 p. Order no. 7933 ($22.10 pbk.). Teacher's Manual - Order no. 7934 ($53.75 pbk.).
(CAN) This is a clearly written guide to oral and written communication. It includes techniques to help students at each stage in the writing process, suggestions that focus on the elements of writing, and guidance in writing for different purposes and in different genres. The book looks at research and study skills, grammar, usage, and mechanics. A section dealing with speaking and listening projects contains suggestions for preparing and delivering speeches, debates, and multimedia projects. The book contains a table of contents, index, and an alphabetized list of writing terms that includes definitions and illustrative examples. The teacher's manual provides activity and project ideas for each section of the text, sample self-assessment forms, and a disk containing practice activities.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20; Creative Writing 20; English Language Arts 20; Language Resource
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 10
The Canadian Writer's Guide. 12th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Kerner, Fred, ed. Fitzhenry & Whiteside Ltd. (FHW), 1998. 624 p. ISBN 1-55041-191-8 ($30.00 pbk.).
This handbook contains useful information for teachers whose students are interested in a writing career. The book is a compendium of brief articles giving practical advice about writing in several genres, setting goals, business aspects of professional writing, and developing personal style. The book includes a table of contents and a reference list of publishers and publications, awards, and writers' hotlines.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Teacher Reference
The Canadian Writer's Handbook. 3rd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). de Bruyn, Jan and Messenger, William E. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (PRN), 1995. 605 p. ISBN 0-13-287574-8 ($33.95 pbk.).
(CAN) This handbook provides information and examples to guide students in sentence structure, punctuation, mechanics, style, writing the research paper, and steps in planning, writing, and revising an essay. The book includes a table of contents, index, sample essays, and a checklist for planning and revising.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20; Language Resource
A Canadian Writer's Reference. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Hacker, Diana. ITP Nelson Canada (LRDC), 1996. 357 p. Order no. 8049 ($22.10 spiral-bound).
(CAN) This handbook includes information about grammar, usage, and documentation, and is an excellent reference for the writing of essays, fiction, and research reports. Included are an alphabetized table of contents, tabbed dividers, an index, sections for English as a second language students, MLA and APA style information, and a chapter providing definitions and examples of basic grammar terms.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Communication Studies 20; Language Resource
Other Use: English Language Arts 10
Canadians in the Global Community Series (Kit). Please refer to the title: Images of Canada.
Characters in Action: Playwriting the Easy Way (Print-Non-Fiction). Cassady, Marsh. Meriwether Publishing, Ltd. (FHW), 1995. 205 p. ISBN 1-56608-010-X ($20.95 pbk.).
In an easy-to-read format, this book introduces every step in playwriting from the conception of an idea to a completed theatre production. It addresses the basics of writing for theatre, creating characters in conflict, plots and subplots, structure and dialogue, and winning an audience. The book provides many examples and anecdotal illustrations from various playwrights. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20
Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level
Cigarettes: Who Profits, Who Dies? (Video). Films for the Humanities & Sciences Inc. (FFH), 1994. 49 min. Order no. FFH3874 ($149.00 U.S.).
This anti-tobacco video features former cigarette models who are now dying of cigarette-related cancer. These people tell how they were selected because their wholesome young looks would persuade others to become addicted to cigarettes. The program describes new international tactics used by tobacco companies in the face of falling demand for their products in North America.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Media Studies 20
Circle of the Sun (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1960. 30 min. Order no. 105C0161035. ($39.95).
(CAN, I/M) At the 1961 gathering of the Blood Aboriginals of Alberta, the exciting spectacle of the Sun Dance was captured on film for the first time. The film examines Blood Aboriginal culture and spirituality, showing how the theme of the circle reflects their connection to wildlife, and addresses the predicament of the young generation—those who have relinquished their ties with their own culture but have not yet found a firm place in a changing world.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20
Classroom Publishing: A Practical Guide to Enhancing Student Literacy (Print-Non-Fiction). King, Laurie and Stovall, Dennis. Blue Heron Publishers (LRDC), 1992. 212 p. Order no. 15585 ($30.35 pbk.).
This American resource gives practical suggestions for initiating and organizing personal and group writing projects with students at all levels. The book focuses on journalism activities such as school newspapers, journalism workshops, school magazines, as well as poetry collections, calendars, multilingual folktale books, and publishing for a younger audience. The book traces the history of publishing, discusses careers in journalism, identifies social and legal issues in publishing, and looks at methods of integrating school projects with community publishing firms. Included are a table of contents, black and white photographs of student work, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Journalism Studies 20
Coast to Coast: Canadian Stories, Poetry, Non-Fiction & Drama (Print-Anthology). Barry, James, ed. (Reflections in Literature Series). ITP Nelson Canada (LRDC), 1995. 256 p. Order no. 8024 ($21.95 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 8025 ($26.15 pbk.).
(CAN) Selections from this resource represent a wide range of topics and perspectives. The book contains prose, poetry and drama that represent a broad spectrum of Canadian sources, regions, cultures, and eras. The book provides a table of contents, index of writing styles and genres, regional index, and brief biographic notes on the writers.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; English Language Arts 20; Anticipation; Multigenre; Recollection
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 10
Cold Sassy Tree (Print-Fiction). Burns, Olive. Doubleday & Co. Inc. (LRDC), 1986. 390 p. Order no. 14273 ($10.50 pbk.).
Will Tweed is a young boy in the town of Cold Sassy, Georgia, at the turn of the century. In sparse, naive style, Will tells how his grandfather shocks his family and friends by marrying a young Yankee woman shortly after his wife's death. As Will describes the ensuing family squabbles and the young wife's efforts at becoming part of the community, the boy realizes how much his cantankerous grandfather loved Will's grandmother, and how much Will and his grandfather have both grown to love his new wife. This story of a boy's journey to maturity explores the bias and racism of a community.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Recollection
Comfort Me With Apples: Considering the Pleasures of the Table (Print-Anthology). Fiorito, Joe. NuAge Editions (LRDC), 1994. 124 p. Order no. 14388 ($9.30 pbk.).
(CAN) This collection of folksy essays uses food as a vehicle to discuss topics such as differences in culture and lifestyles, our attitude to hunger, and the simple joys of a well-prepared meal.
Suggested Use: Creative Writing 20; Short Prose
Coming of Age: Short Stories About Youth & Adolescence (Print-Anthology). Emra, Bruce. NTC Publishing Group (LRDC), 1994. 294 p. Order no. 8659 ($28.25 pbk.). Teacher's Manual - Order no. 14179 ($14.70 pbk.).
The short stories in this American anthology focus on themes such as adolescents' relationships with family and friends, falling in love, and moving into the adult world. Selections are accompanied by suggestions for oral and written response, analysis, and extension. The book contains a table of contents and index of authors and titles. The teacher's manual contains suggestions for teaching each selection as well as answers to questions in the text and tips for writing workshop activity.
Suggested Use: Anticipation; English Language Arts 20; Recollection; Short Stories
Coming of Age: The Art of Growing Up (Print-Anthology). Rosen, Roger and Sevastiades, Patra McSharry, eds. (Icarus World Issues Series). Rosen Publishing Group (LRDC), 1994. 178 p. Order no. 14234 ($12.10 pbk.).
This is a global collection of 12 essays and short stories about growing up. The book contains brief biographies of the authors, a table of contents, glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: English Language Arts 20; Multigenre; Recollection
Communicating for Results (Print-Non-Fiction). Fruehling, Rosemary T. and Lacombe, Joan M. EMC/Paradigm Publishing (LRDC/IRW), 1996. 511 p. Order no. 8650 ($52.15 hdc.). (IRW) - Instructor's Guide - ISBN 1-56118-364-4 ($27.00 pbk.).
This American resource is a highly visual presentation of advice for written and oral communication. Discussing communication in contexts that are relevant to students, the book provides detailed information about communication as problem solving, the writing process, cultural and international factors, active listening and reading for several purposes, dealing with distractions, use of visual aids, questioning techniques, and oral and written presentations. Included are a table of contents, exercises relating to students' present lives, a glossary, and an index. An instructor's guide contains several transparency masters useful as assessment checklists and learning tools.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20
Communicating for Results: How to be Clear, Concise & Credible (Video). Communication Briefings (CFG), 1997. 17 min. Order no. V1140 ($69.00 U.S.).
Produced primarily for the business community, this video also provides students with useful strategies for effective communication in organizations. Through role play scenarios, viewers learn methods of ensuring that their views will be heard, accepted, and understood.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20
Communicating Technical Information: A Guide for the Electronic Age. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Pattow, Donald and Wresch, William. Prentice Hall Ginn Canada (PRN), 1998. 600 p. ISBN 0-13-761271-0 ($49.56 pbk.).
This resource stresses the relationship between purpose and audience in the writing process. Using the Challenger disaster as an introduction to discussion about the importance of effective technical writing, the book looks at basic principles and concepts, visual presentation, technical writing techniques for varied purposes, oral presentations, employment correspondence and interviews, reports, proposals, and manuals. The book presents a detailed look at researching, organizing, and writing technical information, and gives information about electronic documents and graphics, including computer-aided design. The book contains a table of contents, index, and suggested activities.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Communicating With Respect (Print-Non-Fiction). Saskatchewan Public Service Commission (SPSC), 1993. 35 p. No order number is required. ($FREE pbk.).
(SK) This pamphlet presents general principles and specific terminology for respectful communication. The booklet is useful for discussions about ethics and style in journalism.
Suggested Use: Journalism Studies 20
Communication at Work. 3rd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Finlay, Mary. Harcourt Brace & Company Canada Ltd. (HBJ), 1998. 346 p. ISBN 0-7747-3617-8 ($37.95 pbk.).
Based on the concept of senders formulating their messages in the medium most appropriate to understanding by the receiver, this resource focuses on clarity and style in oral and written communication. Included are sections discussing business letters, résumés, employment letters and interviews, oral communication for varied purposes, and researching, writing, and presenting reports. The book contains a table of contents, employability skills profile, index, and handbook of grammar and usage.
Suggested Use: Communication Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Communications in Canadian Society. 4th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Singer, Benjamin D., ed. ITP Nelson Canada (NEL), 1995. 520 p. ISBN 0-17-604205-9 ($41.95 hdc.).
(CAN) The essays in this resource present a comprehensive exploration of Canadian communications institutions and their impact on the country. The book examines such topics as the structure and dynamics of central Canadian media institutions, the processes and impact of communications media, media control and policy, social problems and the media, and issues surrounding Canada's transition to an electronic information society. Included are a table of contents and a name index.
Suggested Use: Media Studies 20; Teacher Reference
Other Use: Canadian Studies