Titles and Descriptions (F to G)

Faces of Culture Series
The Facts of Life Series
Families of the World Series
Festivals Series
52 Days by Camel: My Sahara Adventure
Finding Your Voice: ...You and Your Government
Focus on Global Studies Series
Food & Feasts in the Middle Ages
Food & Feasts Series
Food: Its Evolution Through the Ages
The Future of Humanity
Getting the Most Out of Museums: A Teacher's Guide to Rewarding, Stress-Free Museum Visits
Global Climate Change
Global Studies Series
Global Voices: Using Historical Fiction to Teach Social Studies
Glorious and Free/Glorieux et Libre
The Golden Disk
Government in Canada
Government Matters
Great African Kingdoms Curriculum in Social Studies and Literacy
The Great Pyramid
The Great Wall
Greece
Greece: Discovering the Past
The Greek and Roman World. School ed.
Green Gables House, P.E.I.
Green Teacher
Grosse Ile Immigration Station, Quebec

Faces of Culture Series (Video). Please refer to the titles: Alejandro Manani: A Case Study in Culture and Personality, The Arts, The Asmat of New Guinea: A Case Study in Religion and Magic, The Aymara: A Case Study in Social Stratification, Cricket the Trobriand Way: A Case Study in Culture Change, Culture Change, Economic Anthropology, The Future of Humanity, The Highland Maya: A Case Study in Economic Anthropology, How Cultures are Studied, Kinship and Descent, Part I and II, Language and Communication, The Nature of Anthropology, The Nature of Culture, New Orleans Black Aboriginals: A Case Study in the Arts, Patterns of Subsistence: Food Foragers and Pastoralists, Patterns of Subsistence: Food Producers, Political Organization, Religion and Magic, Social Control, and The Yucatec Maya: A Case Study in Marriage and the Family.

The Facts of Life Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the title: The Ancient Egyptian Facts of Life.

Families of the World Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Tremblay, Helene. Peguis Publishers Limited (LRDC/PEG), 1997. 32 p. Order numbers follow. ($8.70 hdc.). Teacher’s Guide (5.95 pbk.).

The following titles in this series have been recommended:

This series provides an accessible overview of the culture in each country. It features brief, very easily read text and carefully selected photographs of activity among children and adults. In journal format, each book provides one child’s perspective on daily activity during one short time period. A concluding section presents an overview of the geography and people of the region. Included in each book are a table of contents and a glossary.

The teacher’s guides give ideas for cross-curricular integration, lists relevant internet sites, and suggests titles for further reading.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture
Other Use: Social Studies: Elementary Level

Festivals Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the title: Diwali.

52 Days by Camel: My Sahara Adventure (Print-Non-Fiction). Raskin, Lawrie and Pearson, Debora. (Adventure Travel Series). Annick Press (ANN), 1998. 85 p. ISBN 1-55037-518-0 ($14.95 pbk.). ISBN 1-55037-519-9 ($24.95 hdc.).

(CAN) In this travel journal, theo author describes the sights and sounds experienced during his camel ride through vast sections of the Sahara Desert. Striking colour photographs, maps, and fact boxes in this resource help readers understand the geography, history, and daily lives of people who make the Sahara their home.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture

Finding Your Voice: ...You and Your Government (Print-Non-Fiction). Flaig, Lynn A. A. and Galvin, Kathryn E. Reidmore Books (REI), 1997. 106 p. ISBN 1-895073-31-6 ($20.95 pbk.). Teacher's Resource - ISBN 1-895073-33-2 ($39.95 loose-leaf).

(CAN) This introduction to Canadian citizenship and law explores the history and organization of local, provincial, and federal government in Canada. The book looks at ancient forms of government in other countries, the Iroquois federation, the development of government prior to and following Confederation, women’s right to vote, the rights and responsibilities of citizens today, provision of government services, the court system, and profiles of government in unique Canadian communities. The book provides profiles of Canadian leaders, case studies, chapter focus questions, and chapter review or extension questions. Included are a table of contents, a bibliography, a glossary, an index, and numerous photographs, maps, and charts.

The teacher’s resource suggests varied strategies for developing student understanding of relevant concepts and for encouraging inquiry and personal involvement as citizens.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship

Focus on Global Studies Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the title: Japan.

Food & Feasts in the Middle Ages (Print-Non-Fiction). Dawson, Imogen. (Food & Feasts Series). Wayland Publishers, Ltd. (KRS), 1994. 32 p. ISBN 0-7502-1027-3 ($22.50 hdc.).

Through an examination of how food was prepared, served, and eaten during the Middle Ages, this easily read book describes the everyday life of nobles and peasants in Europe. Included are chapters discussing farming, food in cities, menus and recipes, and food for travellers such as pilgrims and merchants. The book contains colour illustrations, fact boxes, maps, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change

Food & Feasts Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the title: Food & Feasts in the Middle Ages.

Food: Its Evolution Through the Ages (Print-Non-Fiction). Ventura, Piero. Houghton Mifflin Company (ALL), 1994. 64 p. ISBN 0-395-66790-9 ($25.95 hdc.).

In this history of food technology, humourous drawings accompany clearly written text describing food gathering, production, and preservation from prehistoric times to the present. The book features sections discussing the change from hunting and gathering to agrarian societies, Roman production and marketing of food, curing of meat, pasteurization and sterilization, the canning process, and the influence of steam engines. Included are a table of contents and a glossary. No index is provided.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time

The Future of Humanity (Video). (Faces of Culture Series). Magic Lantern Communications Ltd. (MGR), 1994. 29 min. Dup. order no. V9813.

This program speculates that dependence on intensive agriculture for subsistence has made possible the industrial revolution and modern economic development. Yet the values and premises which have made such rapid growth, change, urbanization, and industrialization possible have also created new problems: overpopulation and massive famine, many forms of pollution, overcrowding, and other problems of the modern city. New psychological and physical ailments plague contemporary citizens; yet in the face of ever-escalating rates of change, we ponder the future.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Causality; Change

Getting the Most Out of Museums: A Teacher's Guide to Rewarding, Stress-Free Museum Visits (Print-Non-Fiction). Burke, Kelley Jo. Museums Association of Saskatchewan (MAS), 1997. 66 p. No order number is required. ($8.95 binder).

(SK) This binder is designed to assist teachers in using museums as learning resources. The material describes the function of museums, reasons for incorporating museum visits into the curriculum, strategies for learning during visits, and museum etiquette. Included are suggested lesson plans for enhancing students’ understanding and use of museums.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference

Global Climate Change (Kit). Natural Resources Canada (EMRC), n.d. No order number is required. ($Free).

This set of resources includes pamphlets, posters, and articles related to climate change. The resources encourage responsible conservation of energy, and describe the reasons for changing climate patterns, as well as current efforts to stabilize the climate.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Location; Resources

Global Studies Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Globe Fearon Educational Publisher (PRN), 1997. 100 p. Order numbers follow. ($13.50 pbk.). Teacher's Resource Manual ($19.95 pbk.).

The following titles in this series have been recommended:

The books in this series provide brief overviews of the lands and people of each region, their changing patterns of life, economic and political trends, and current concerns. The books feature maps, black-and-white photographs, and case studies to aid understanding of the history and current conditions in each area. Included in each book are a table of contents, assignment and review questions, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Change; Culture; Interdependence; Location; Power; Resources

Global Voices: Using Historical Fiction to Teach Social Studies (Print-Non-Fiction). Ouzts, Susan B. Addison-Wesley Longman, Ltd. (ADD), 1998. 104 p. ISBN 0-673-36395-3 ($13.60 pbk.).

Referring to seven well-known works of historical fiction, this resource models ways literature can increase students’ understanding of the culture and history of countries around the world. Included are a table of contents, maps, background information about the novels, black-and-white photographs, and suggestions for integrating learning opportunities in language arts, science, art, and social studies.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Teacher Reference

Glorious and Free/Glorieux et Libre (Video). Canadian Heritage Publications (MGR), 1997. 16 min. English version - Dup. order no. V6687. French version - Dup. order no. V6688. Resource Guide - Order no. G6687 ($4.65 loose-leaf).

(CAN) The images, songs, and narrative in this video introduce the beauty and diversity of Canada. Looking at the historical events, celebrities, symbols, and lifestyles of the country, the video establishes Canadian multicultural perspectives and society from coast to coast. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is introduced through a brief discussion of its major components. Supporting print is available from Media Group.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship

The Golden Disk (Print-Fiction). Bell, William and Kilby, Don, illus. Doubleday Canada Limited (DOU), 1995. 31 p. ISBN 0-385-25441-5 ($18.95 hdc.). ISBN 0-385-25672-8 ($8.95 pbk.).

(CAN) Set in modern China, this picture book tells how young Ming-yue learns the identity of the golden disk she sees in the night sky. Everyone she asks gives her different answers, and Ming-yue becomes even more confused until she finally receives a satisfactory explanation from her parents. This story offers young readers opportunities to discuss the moon as well as Chinese writing and New Years celebrations.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Culture; Location
Other Use: English Language Arts: Elementary Level; Social Studies: Elementary Level

Government in Canada (Video). Classroom Video (MGR), 1991. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9339. Teacher's Guide - Order no. 7080 ($2.00 pbk.).

(CAN) This brief overview of the history and process of Canadian government includes documentary footage, interviews, and student role plays. The video explores the reason for creating rules, the process of making decisions, parliamentary procedure, the reasons for regional diversity within Confederation, and the three levels of government in Canada. Viewed in segments, this video provides opportunities for useful discussion to clarify and extend students’ understanding.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship

Government Matters (Print-Non-Fiction). Burley, Tony. Prentice Hall Canada (LRDC), 1998. 76 p. Order no. 9258 ($23.15 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 9259 ($35.85 coil-bound).

(CAN) This is a very easily read introduction to local, provincial, and federal government organization. Through the use of illustrations, charts, graphs, and suggestions for activity, the book aids understanding of government in action. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, and chapter summaries.

The teacher’s guide contains suggestions for lessons and reproducible maps and activity sheets.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship

Great African Kingdoms (Print-Non-Fiction). Sheehan, Sean. (The Ancient World Series). Raintree Steck-Vaughn Company (SBC), 1999. 63 p. ISBN 0-8172-5124-3 ($28.45 hdc.).

This is an interesting exploration of the history of several African civilizations, from the cultures of the Kush and ancient Ghana in the north to the Zulus in southern Africa. Photographs of ancient art works and modern activity in several areas of the continent illustrate ways in which the past is connected to present-day life. Included are maps, text boxes, photographs of art and architecture, a table of contents, a timeline, a glossary, a list of further reading, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Time

The Great Pyramid (Print-Non-Fiction). Mann, Elizabeth and Lo Turco, Laura, illus. (Wonders of the World Series). Mikaya Press (FIR), 1996. 47 p. ISBN 0-9650493-1-0 ($22.95 hdc.).

In this engaging resource, colour photographs and illustrations accompany narrative describing the reasons for building the great pyramid of Giza, the human costs, and the religious and societal significance of its construction. Included are maps, a glossary, and an index. This book is a useful starting point for further research.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Time

The Great Wall (Print-Non-Fiction). Mann, Elizabeth and Witschonke, Alan, illus. (Wonders of the World Series). Mikaya Press (FIR), 1997. 44 p. ISBN 0-9650493-2-9 ($24.95 hdc.).

In this engaging history of ancient China, colour photographs and illustrations accompany narrative describing the rise and fall of Chinese dynasties from 200 BC to AD 1600. The book discusses how threats from nomadic groups motivated the building of defensive walls during the Qin and Ming dynasties, and the Mongol and Manchu invasions. The book provides a basic understanding of Chinese history, and is a useful starting point for further research. Included are a timeline, maps, an index, and a centre fold-out illustration.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Time

Greece (Print-Non-Fiction). Hull, Robert. (The Ancient World Series). Raintree Steck-Vaughn Company (SBC), 1998. 63 p. ISBN 0-8172-5055-7 ($28.45 hdc.).

This is an interesting account of ancient Greek civilizations. The book discusses the beginnings of Greek society, contributions of Athens and Sparta, the role of women in Greek life, the reasons for the decline of Greek influence, and the Greek legacy in the arts, democracy, law, philosophy, and technology. Included are maps, text boxes, photographs of art and architecture, a table of contents, a timeline, a glossary, a list of further reading, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time

Greece: Discovering the Past (Print-Non-Fiction). Parsons, Jim, Ewing, John and Newhart, Alex. Reidmore Books (REI), 1992. 149 p. ISBN 1-895073-17-0 ($24.15 hdc.).

This resource features easily understood text and colourful illustrations to investigate life in ancient Greece. The book provides an overview of Greek history from its earliest societies to the decline of its military power after the rule of Alexander the Great, as well as its geography and climate, family life, occupations, education and language, government, trade, slavery, religious beliefs, and the Olympics. Each chapter lists key concepts to be studied, suggestions for study or research, and connections to contemporary life. Included are a table of contents, maps, information boxes, a detailed glossary, and an index. This is an older resource that continues to provide useful information about the legacy of ancient Greece.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time

The Greek and Roman World. School ed. (CD-ROM). Society for Visual Education (EDRS), 1996. Order no. 59072 ($79.97).

This CD-ROM contains four slide presentations of events in Greek and Roman history, print encyclopedias of people, events, and ideas in the ancient world, the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, as well as quizzes that allow users to search encyclopedias for answers. The program includes both copy and print functions. The slide presentations include both text and narration to support students with varied reading ability. This is an interesting overview that is useful as a starting point for research into the Greek and Roman civilizations. Please note: It is advisable that teachers preview this material before using in the classroom as a few slides contain sensitive content that is related to the human anatomy. This content is typical of the time period, but may offend some viewers.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change

Green Gables House, P.E.I. (Video). (History Lands: Canada's Heritage Sites Series). Good Earth Productions (MGR), 1998. 30 min. Dup. order no. TBA.

(CAN) Green Gables House is a place where myth and reality meet. At the turn of the century, a young Canadian writer named Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote a book that put P.E.I on the map. Anne, the feisty little orphan girl that Lucy created has delighted readers all over the world. Each year, thousands of visitors make a pilgrimage to Green Gables in search of simpler times and old-fashioned values. They come to see the land that Anne so loved, but they also discover another dimension to the island the French and English cultures there. Since the first settlers cleared land on P.E.I, the French and the English have lived apart, separated by language and culture.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture

Green Teacher (Periodical). Green Teacher Magazine (GTM), n.d. No order number is required. Published quarterly - One-year subscription ($25.00). Two-year subscription ($43.00).

This magazine contains articles on environmental and global issues, stories of action teachers and students are taking to make a better world, lists of resources, and suggestions for classroom activity. Sample copies or back issues can be purchased individually for $6.00 or all 24 Green Teacher back issues, as of Aug. 1998, can be purchased for $120.00.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Interdependence; Resources

Grosse Ile Immigration Station, Quebec (Video). (History Lands: Canada's Heritage Sites Series). Good Earth Productions (MGR), 1998. 30 min. Dup. order no. TBA.

(CAN) There are thousands of stories that should be told about Grosse Ile. Its history began in the 1830s, when it became a quarantine station to accommodate the first immigrants to Canada. It is best known as a tragic memorial, because of the 5500 Irish who died there of "ship-fever" at the time of the potato famine. But Grosse Ile is also the story of the birth of modern public health. Innovations were created there that would help stop the spread of deadly 19th century diseases. This island is also the legacy of Canada’s early attitudes to immigration, and the compassion with which the people who died there were treated.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Grade 9; Culture; Identity