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Social Studies: Grades 7 to 9

Note: The list of learning resources in this section provides an update to Social Studies: A Bibliography for the Middle Level (Grades 7-9) (1999).

This section of the annual update is also available as a printable PDF version.

• Active Citizenship: Student Action Projects (Grade 8, Teacher Resource)
• Allen Sapp’s Art: Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond (Grade 9)
• Canada: An Illustrated History (Grade 8)
• Don't Know Much About Mummies. 1st ed. (Grade 8-9)
• The Encyclopedia of Saskatchewan: A Living Legacy (Grade 8-9)
• The End of the Aztec Empire (Grade 9)
• Geography Fact Files Series (Grade 7)
• The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Grade 9)
• Growing Up Canadian Series (Grade 8)
• How Canadians Govern Themselves. 6th ed. (Grade 8)
• How Parliament Works. 6th ed. (Grade 8)
• I Have Lived Here Since the World Began: An Illustrated History of Canada's Native People. Rev. ed. (Grade 9)
• If the Weather Permits (Grade 9)
• In Search of the Aztecs (Grade 9)
• In the Name of the King (Grade 9)
• The Incredible Adventures of Louis Riel: Canada's Most Famous Revolutionary (Grade 9)
• Jody Peters (Grade 8)
• The Lands, Peoples, and Cultures Series. Rev. ed. (Grade 7)
• Life in the Renaissance Series (Grade 9)
• Linda Younan (Grade 8)
• The Lucent Library of Historical Eras Series: Ancient Rome (Grade 9)
• Michelle Hugli (Grade 8-9)
• North American Indians Today Series (Grade 8-9)
• Once Upon a Crime…: Using Stories, Simulations, and Mock Trials to Explore Justice and Citizenship in Elementary School (Grade 7-8, Teacher Resource)
• Peoples of the Ancient World Series (Grade 7-9)
• Rachel: Certificate of Freedom (Grade 8)
• Rand McNally Classroom Atlas of Canada and the World (Teacher Resource)
• Red Land, Yellow River: A Story From the Cultural Revolution (Grade 7)
• Remembrance Day (Grade 8)
• Safwan Javed (Grade 8)
• Sustainable World Series (Grade 8)
• Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond: The Art of Allen Sapp: The Story of a People (Grade 9)
• Trade Across Time and Cultures Series (Grade 7)
• Vignettes of Fancy Dancers (Grade 9)
• Weaving a Country: Stories From Canadian Immigrants (Grade 8)
• Who Runs This Country, Anyway?: A Guide to Canadian Government (Grade 8)

Active Citizenship: Student Action Projects (Print-Non-Fiction). Case, Roland, et al. (Critical Challenges Across the Curriculum Series). RichThinking Resources (GBW), 2004. 93 p. ISBN 0-86491-260-9 ($27.95 pbk.).

(CAN) The framework of this book outlines the necessary steps to incorporate active citizenship in the classroom. It also describes how to engage and organize a student action project and provides some examples. Blackline masters are provided for teacher use.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship; Teacher Reference

Allen Sapp’s Art: Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond (Kit). Office of the Treaty Commissioner (ASG), 2005. No order number is required.

(SK) This kit includes a DVD, a compact disc, and a binder.

The 18-minute DVD offers the comments of Elders as they reflect on the life of the Northern Plains Cree that is so beautifully captured in the art work of Allen Sapp. These comments provide valuable insight into the impact of the treaties on First Nations people.

The compact disc provides a teacher’s guide to assist teachers and students in understanding the Cree world view and to encourage reflection on their personal world view through the study of Sapp’s images.

A print version of the teacher’s guide is also available in a binder.

The DVD/CD set have been distributed free of charge to Saskatchewan schools courtesy of the Office of the Treaty Commissioner. It is suggested that these learning resources be added to the Treaty Resource Kit that should be available in every school.

Additional copies of the DVD/CD set, the binder, and transparencies of the art work are available for sale from the Allen Sapp Gallery.

Also, copies of the award-winning book Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond, The Art of Allen Sapp – The Story of a People (also annotated in this bibliography) are available for sale from the Allen Sapp Gallery.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades K to 5; Arts Education: Grades 6 to 9; Arts Education: Grades 10 to 12; Canadian Studies; Native Studies: Grade 10
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

Canada: An Illustrated History (Print-Non-Fiction). Hayes, Derek. Douglas & McIntyre Publishing Group (HCP), 2004. 288 p. ISBN 1-55365-046-8 ($55.00 hdc.).

(CAN) This beautifully illustrated Canadian history book addresses all the expected themes (exploration and settlement, Confederation, and the two world wars) and also provides lesser known information regarding what made Canada the country that it is today. Included are a table of contents, further reading, an index, and photographs.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Canadian Studies

Don't Know Much About Mummies. 1st ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Davis, Kenneth C. and Schindler, S. D., illus. (Don't Know Much About Series). HarperCollins Publishers, Inc. (HCP), 2005. 48 p. ISBN 0-06-028781-0 ($19.99 hdc.).

Through the effective use of humour, students will enjoy learning about mummies. Students will learn about the process of mummification, how pyramids were built, the cultures that practised mummification, and the people who were mummified. The book contains illustrations, locations to see mummies, and a timeline.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture; Grade 9; Change; Time

The Encyclopedia of Saskatchewan: A Living Legacy (Print-Non-Fiction). Canadian Plains Research Center (CPRC), 2005. 1,071 p. ISBN 0-88977-175-8 ($125.00 hdc.).

(SK) This beautifully illustrated and well-formatted book provides an A-Z look at Saskatchewan. Over 2,300 entries cover all aspects of life in Saskatchewan. A large number of charts, graphs, maps, photographs, and tables are used to illustrate the articles. Several major theme essays are given on topics such as First Nations peoples, agriculture, business, education, and history.

A copy of the encyclopedia was distributed to each school in the province during the fall of 2005.

This book won three Saskatchewan Book Awards in 2005.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Grade 9; General Reference
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5; Social Studies 10/History 10; Social Studies 20/History 20

The End of the Aztec Empire (Video). (The Aztecs Series). BBC Enterprises (MGR), 2004. 20 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V6806. Expires August 31, 2011.

In 1519, the Spanish Conquistador, Hernán Cortés and his crew sailed from Europe to land in what is now Mexico. Their journey inland was difficult, but they reached the Aztec capital city and met Moctezuma, the Aztec leader who expelled them from the city. In time, they returned and overturned the great Aztec Empire and occupied the land. Viewers learn about what followed and why present day Mexico is a Spanish-speaking, Catholic country.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Geography Fact Files Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Smart Apple Media (SBC), 2005. 48 p. Order numbers follow. ($29.35 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of books provides an introduction for core geography topics. Each book examines the physical geography as well as the interaction between humans and the core geography topic. Each book contains a table of contents, colourful photographs, “file” boxes, a glossary, an index and suggested readings for further research.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Location
Other Use: Social Studies: Grade 6

The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Video). (Pyramid Series). BBC Enterprises (MGR), 2003. 15 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V6868. Expires August 31, 2011.

Through the eyes of one of the conscripted builders, Nakht, the story of the building of the Khufu pyramid, The Great Pyramid at Giza, is told. Through high-quality reconstructions and computer-generated images, viewers learn about the archaeological evidence in the form of artifacts and writings that made it possible to reconstruct life in Ancient Egypt at the time of Khufu. A unique collection of artifacts in the British Museum including monumental stone carvings, building tools, tomb models, and mummies is included. Location footage of the exterior and interior of the pyramids, temples, and tombs at Giza, Saggara, and Luxor, as well as a 3-D computer graphic of the Great Pyramid, demonstrate both its scale and internal structure. This program follows Nakht through the years of working on the pyramid to its completion and the burial of Khufu. It focuses on how and why the pyramid was built, concentrating on skills of measurement and engineering and also on beliefs.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time

Growing Up Canadian Series (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 2002. 47 min. VHS/DVD - Order numbers follow.

(CAN) Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of videos depicts Canadian life from the past to the present and explores what “Growing up Canadian” means. Each video intermingles factual information with vintage footage and is divided into segments that can be used individually or in whole.

Teachers should note that the language usage in Work and Family may be inappropriate for use in some classrooms.

These programs are closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5

How Canadians Govern Themselves. 6th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Forsey, Eugene A. Library of Parliament (LYP), 2005. 51 p. ISBN 0-662-39689-8 ($FREE pbk.).

(CAN) The latest edition of this classic resource continues to offer an excellent examination of the Parliamentary system of government in Canada. The origins of our government, the daily work of parliamentarians, the constitution, the judicial system, and the levels of government are just a few of the topics described in a short and concise format. Tables, graphs, and photographs complement the readable text.

This document is also available online at www.parl.gc.ca/Publications/index-e.asp.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Native Studies: Grade 10; Native Studies: Grade 11; Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5; Social Studies 10/History 10

How Parliament Works. 6th ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Bejermi, John. Borealis/Tecumseh Presses Limited (BOR), 2005. 139 p. ISBN 0-88887-297-6 ($39.95 hdc.). ISBN 0-88887-295-X ($19.95 pbk.).

(CAN) This book is written to help Canadians understand the organization and operation of our parliamentary system. Following an introduction to the principal features of Canada’s government, the book discusses our constitution and the roles of the various elected and appointed officials in the House of Commons and the Senate. The electoral process is described as is the procedure of how a bill becomes law. Included are a table of contents, a chronology, a glossary, as well as lists and black-and-white photographs of governors general, prime ministers, and speakers of the House of Commons.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Social Studies: Grade 10

I Have Lived Here Since the World Began: An Illustrated History of Canada's Native People. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Ray, Arthur J. Key Porter Books Limited (FEN), 2005. 422 p. ISBN 1-55263-633-X ($37.95 hdc.).

(CAN) This revised edition is a well-researched account of Canadian First Nations history from pre-contact times to the present. Following chapters discussing the influence of the land on the diverse languages, lifestyles, and traditions of First Nations peoples, the book presents a chronological examination of social and political change over time. Included are sections dealing with trade, early involvement in French and British conflicts, treaties, Indian Acts, and current issues. The book discusses inaccuracies found in European drawings and explores the reasons for common misconceptions about historic events or traditions. The book contains a table of contents, a preface discussing terminology used in the book and the ways in which First Nations history has been filtered through European viewpoints, numerous archival photographs, 32 pages of colour photographs illustrating First Nations art works and artifacts, a bibliography, and an index. Although this book contains challenging text, it may also be suitable for use in student research.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Native Studies: Grade 10

If the Weather Permits (Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 2003. 28 min. VHS - Order no. 143C9103 013 ($49.95). DVD - Order no. 153C9103 013 ($59.95).

(CAN) Like many other First Nations, Northern Quebec’s Innu are struggling to maintain their culture. The film examines the conflict that exists between young and old. Elders are the keepers of knowledge, and they are often not handing down traditions and knowledge. Young people are caught between two worlds, with very little to guide them. An Elder and a young police officer offer their reflections on the situation.

This program is closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Native Studies: Grade 10; Native Studies: Grade 11
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

In Search of the Aztecs (Video). (The Aztecs Series). BBC Enterprises (MGR), 2004. 20 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V6805. Expires August 31, 2011.

The programs in this series tell the story of the Aztec Empire that flourished in Central America about 500 years ago and its fabulous capital city of Tenochtitlan that is being excavated under the centre of Mexico City. Computer animations show what the city was like, and remarkable Aztec artifacts, discovered in recent years, give an insight into Aztec art and culture. Viewers explore the remains of Aztec temples. This program looks at everyday Aztec life, the role of Aztec warriors and priests, and Aztec beliefs and religious rituals.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

In the Name of the King (Video). (Pyramid Series). BBC Enterprises (MGR), 2003. 15 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V6869. Expires August 31, 2011.

Through the eyes of one of the conscripted builders, Nakht, the story of the building of the Khufu pyramid, The Great Pyramid at Giza, is told. Through high-quality reconstructions and computer-generated images, viewers learn about the archaeological evidence in the form of artifacts and writings that made it possible to reconstruct life in Ancient Egypt at the time of Khufu. A unique collection of artifacts in the British Museum including monumental stone carvings, building tools, tomb models, and mummies is included. Location footage of the exterior and interior of the pyramids, temples, and tombs at Giza, Saggara and Luxor, as well as a 3D computer graphic of the Great Pyramid, demonstrate both its scale and internal structure. This program follows the story of the conscript Nakht from his village on the Nile to the quarry at Giza where the stones for the pyramid are excavated. It looks at agriculture, the role of the Nile, and crafts in Ancient Egypt.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change; Time
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 9; Arts Education: Grades 10 to 12
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

The Incredible Adventures of Louis Riel: Canada's Most Famous Revolutionary (Print-Non-Fiction). Klerks, Cat. (Amazing Stories Series). Altitude Publishing (ATG), 2004. 118 p. ISBN 1-55153-955-1 ($9.95 pbk.).

(CAN) Louis Riel is one of the most controversial figures in Canadian history. He was a rebel, a powerful orator, and leader of the Métis in the Red River settlement. This book provides an account of the events that shaped Louis Riel. Included are a table of contents, a map, photographs, and a bibliography.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Canadian Studies
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

Jody Peters (Video). (Landing: Stories From the Cultural Divide Series). Kahani Entertainment (MGR), 2005. 23 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V1367. Expires August 31, 2016.

(SK) Jody Peters, a rising star of comedy, was adopted by a Mennonite farm family in Saskatchewan. Jody relates what it was like to grow up as the only black person in an all-white small community. He talks about how humour can help one cope with problems of life. Jody tells his son that people are people no matter what their cultural differences.

This program is closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.

For additional information, see the series website at www.landingtv.ca.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Canadian Studies; English Language Arts 20
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

The Lands, Peoples, and Cultures Series. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Kalman, Bobbie. Crabtree Publishing Company (CRA), 2002. 32 p. Order numbers follow.

(CAN) Newly recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of books looks at the country of Iran. Iran’s culture describes how daily prayer, religious holidays, and annual pilgrimages to holy sites keep Islam alive in the hearts of Iranians. Iran is a land of contrast – from mountains to deserts. Use of the land is described, its geography, major cities, and how the discovery of oil has impacted Iran. Iranian people have retained their traditions since the Cultural Revolution of 1979, despite pressures of modernization from the rest of the world. Each book contains colourful photographs, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Challenges; Change; Citizenship; Identity; Location; Time
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Life in the Renaissance Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Hinds, Kathryn. Marshall Cavendish (ERD), 2004. Order numbers follow. ($24.56 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of books describes life during the Renaissance period. Each book examines the city, church or countryside using paintings, illustrations, and accompanying text. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, suggested readings for further research, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change

Linda Younan (Video). (Landing: Stories From the Cultural Divide Series). Kahani Entertainment (MGR), 2005. 23 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V1369. Expires August 31, 2016.

(SK) Linda Younan at 18 has survived three wars and sees her recent arrival in Saskatchewan as an opportunity for a life she thought not possible. As an Iraqui refugee she missed several years of school. She is now learning English, re-entering the school system, and has a dream of attending university.

This program is closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.

 For additional information, see the series website at www.landingtv.ca.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Canadian Studies; English Language Arts 20
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

The Lucent Library of Historical Eras Series: Ancient Rome (Print-Non-Fiction). Nardo, Don. Lucent Books, Inc. (SBC), 2003-2004. Order numbers follow. ($32.15 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of books provides an in-depth look at the ancient Roman Empire. Each book focuses on the significant parts of ancient Roman history. Using illustrations, eyewitness accounts, and engaging text, ancient Roman history is laid bare. Included are a table of contents, maps and illustrations, a chronology of events, suggestions for further reading, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Change

Michelle Hugli (Video). (Landing: Stories From the Cultural Divide Series). Kahani Entertainment (MGR), 2005. 23 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V1371. Expires August 31, 2016.

(SK) While Michelle was raised by a white family, she has always known of her First Nations roots. After she experienced a sweat lodge ceremony, she began to explore her roots. She became a traditional dancer and was preparing to dance for the first time at a powwow in the Qu’Appelle Valley.

This program is closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.

For additional information, see the series website at www.landingtv.ca.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity; Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 10 to 12; English Language Arts 20; Life Transitions 20/30; Psychology 20/30
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

North American Indians Today Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Mason Crest (SBC), 2004. 94 p. Order numbers follow. ($32.15 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series of books focuses on First Nations people. It discusses how they hold onto their unique culture and at the same time, adjust to the demands of the modern world. The series takes a critical look at the First Nations after the arrival of the Europeans, current government structure, spirituality, contributions to the world, and the challenges that are still faced by First Nations people. Included are a table of contents, suggested readings for further research, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture; Grade 9; Culture
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

Once Upon a Crime…: Using Stories, Simulations, and Mock Trials to Explore Justice and Citizenship in Elementary School (Print-Non-Fiction). Cassidy, Wanda and Yates, Ruth. Detselig Enterprises Ltd. (TEMB), 2005. 223 p. ISBN 1-55059-298-X ($32.95 pbk.).

(CAN) This resource includes ideas to explore justice and citizenship at the Elementary Level. By using mock trials and conflict resolution activities, children practise problem solving and decision making. The resource provides a step-by-step approach to setting up a mock trial, suggested stories, learner outcomes, and assessment strategies for various grade levels.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Power; Grade 8; Citizenship; Teacher Reference
Other Use: Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5

Peoples of the Ancient World Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Crabtree Publishing Company (CRA), 2005. 32 p. Order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

Students can travel back thousands of years and explore the first great civilizations of the world in this new series called Peoples of the Ancient World. Each book starts with an explanation of “civilization” and a timeline related to the culture. Topics such as arts, economy, values, and beliefs are highlighted. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Location; Resources; Grade 8; Culture; Identity; Grade 9; Change; Time
Other Use: Social Studies: Grade 6
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Rachel: Certificate of Freedom (Print-Fiction). Kositsky, Lynne. (Our Canadian Girl Series). Penguin Books Canada Limited (CDS), 2003. 76 p. ISBN 0-14-301462-5 ($8.99 pbk.).

(CAN) Set in Nova Scotia in 1784, Rachel: Certificate of Freedom, the third Rachel book from Our Canadian GirlSeries, tells the story of Blacks who came to Nova Scotia after the American Revolution. Delisted British soldiers are without jobs and turn their anger and resentment toward the former American slaves. They claim that these immigrants have taken jobs at lower pay and created unemployment for the soldiers.

When Rachel and her mother are picking berries, they are kidnapped by a former solder who sells them as slaves to two separate households. Their precious certificates of freedom are destroyed. Rachel finds herself in a household where Eliza, the lady of the house, is dying, and the master is harsh and gruff. Rachel must act inferior and ignorant in order to survive. As Eliza becomes sicker, she relies more on Rachel and treats her more kindly. The novel ends on a bittersweet note. When Eliza dies, Rachel is freed from slavery and is paid for her work, but she does not know where her mother is.

Rachel’s fictional experiences will give young readers insight into the effects of racism and how it shapes the lives and personalities of both the oppressed and the oppressor.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Culture
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Rand McNally Classroom Atlas of Canada and the World (Atlas). Rand McNally (RMC), 2006. 128 p. ISBN 0-88640-896-2 ($11.95 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - ISBN 0-88640-597-1 ($115.00 binder).

This atlas contains physical, political, and thematic maps of the world, each of the continents, and each country in North America. It provides clear definitions and descriptions of geographic terms, and numerous colour photographs, graphs, timelines and information boxes. This is an excellent resource to introduce the world of maps. An index is included.
Suggested Use: Student/Teacher Reference
Other Use: Social Studies: Grade 6

Red Land, Yellow River: A Story From the Cultural Revolution (Print-Non-Fiction). Zhang, Ange. Groundwood Books (HCP), 2004. 55 p. ISBN 0-88899-489-3 ($18.95 hdc.).

This book tells the story of Ange, who was 13 years old when Mao's Cultural Revolution took hold in China in 1966. Through the use of personal photographs and colourful illustrations, Ange tells his story of wanting to belong to the Red Guard, witnessing his father’s public humiliation and finally, his growing disillusionment with Mao and the Red Guard.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Power

Remembrance Day (Video). (Special Occasions and Events Series). ETHOS Ltd. (ETH), 2005. 16 min. VHS/DVD - Order no. 301 ($69.95).

(CAN) Using paintings, historic posters, and archival photographs, the meaning and significance of Remembrance Day is brought to life. Voice excerpts from Churchill and Hitler, along with music from the time periods, make this an interesting program for any age group.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Canadian Studies; Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5; Social Studies 10/History 10

Safwan Javed (Video). (Landing: Stories From the Cultural Divide Series). Kahani Entertainment (MGR), 2005. 23 min. VHS/DVD - Dup. order no. V1377. Expires August 31, 2016.

(SK) Thirty-year-old Safwan, Saf to his friends, came to Canada with his family from Peshawar, Pakistan. Saf achieved eventual stardom as one of the members of the well-known Canadian band, Wide Mouth Mason. Saf’s well-educated, politically conscious parents have done their best to support his musical interests, but they might have preferred that he pursue post-secondary education. Saf is pursuing studies in International law.

This program is closed-captioned for people with hearing disabilities.

For additional information, see the series website at www.landingtv.ca.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 10 to 12; Canadian Studies; English Language Arts 20
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Sustainable World Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Bowden, Rob. Thomson Gale (SBC), 2004. 48 p. Order numbers follow. ($26.55 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

The books in this series offer a wide array of possible ways that young people can get involved in their community and work toward environmental awareness, education, and action. The colourful photographs, databank boxes and text will engage students to think about their place in the world and how it can be improved. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, suggested reading for further research and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship

Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond: The Art of Allen Sapp: The Story of a People (Print-Non-Fiction). Sapp, Allen and Bauche, Dean. Office of the Treaty Commissioner (ASG), 2005. 128 p. ISBN 1-897010-14-1 ($39.95 hdc.). ISBN 1-897010-13-3 ($29.95 pbk.).

(SK) This book depicts the life of the Northern Plains Cree through the art work of Allen Sapp. It captures the beauty, warmth, pain, and sadness of their history.

See also: Allen Sapp’s Art: Through the Eyes of the Cree and Beyond (annotated elsewhere in this section of the bibliography).
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 9; Arts Education: Grades 10 to 12; Canadian Studies; Native Studies: Grade 10
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

Trade Across Time and Cultures Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Marlow, Susan. National Geographic Society (NGS), 2005. 32 p. Order numbers follow. Package of 6 ($77.00 pbk.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

Explorers used trade as a way to explore new places and to buy and sell goods. When explorers returned from their travels, they brought back stories of different lands and new goods. This series of books highlights four items of trade. Each book contains key concepts, photographs and sketches, maps, and a suggested activity for further research and writing. Included are a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 7; Resources
Other Use: Social Studies: Grade 6
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

Vignettes of Fancy Dancers (Video). Partners in Motion (PIM), 1999. 30 min. VHS/DVD - No order number is required. ($19.95).

(SK) This film takes place at the Piapot Powwow. The gathering of a Powwow and all that it has to offer is explained. Each dance is described and explored through music, movement, and cultural practice. This is an excellent resource that explains Fancy Dance and its cultural significance.
Suggested Use: Grade 9; Culture
Other Use: Native Studies: Grade 10
Initiative: First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Content and Perspectives

Weaving a Country: Stories From Canadian Immigrants (Print-Non-Fiction). Maki, Wilma. (Alternatives to Racism Series). Pacific Educational Press (GBW), 2003. 88 p. ISBN 1-895766-17-6 ($14.95 pbk.).

(CAN) From past to present, Canada is a country of immigrants. Each individual story tells about the country they came from, how they adapted to their new home, the difficulties each faced, and the traditions each contributed to Canadian society. Each chapter represents one aspect of the immigration experience. For example, chapter one focuses on why immigrants leave their home land and journey to a new land. Includes photographs, a glossary and an index.
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Identity

Who Runs This Country, Anyway?: A Guide to Canadian Government (Print-Non-Fiction). Stanbridge, Joanne. Scholastic Canada Ltd. (SCH), 2005. 76 p. ISBN 0-439-95730-3 ($7.19 pbk.).

(CAN) In this easy-to-read, information-packed book, a comical duo guide readers through Canada's electoral and governing process. Their story covers everything from casting a vote in an election to passing a bill in Parliament, and all the points in between. Finding out about Canada's government has never been so much fun!
Suggested Use: Grade 8; Citizenship
Other Use: Social Studies: Grades 1 to 5
Initiative: Multicultural Content and Perspectives

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