Dancing VisionsDangerous Skies. 1st ed.Daniel's StoryDarkness Over Denmark: The Danish Resistance and the Rescue of the Jews. 1st ed.Death Be Not ProudDeath on the Ice: The Great Newfoundland Sealing Disaster of 1914: : What's Fair? Novel PackDeathwatchDee Brown's Folktales of the Native American: Retold for Our TimesDeparturesDescriptionary. 2nd ed.The Dialogic Curriculum: Teaching and Learning in a Multicultural SocietyA Dictionary of Literary and Thematic Terms. 1st pbk. ed.Dictionary of Native American MythologyDimensions II: Precise Thought and Language in the EssayDisaster CanadaDiscoveries in Non-FictionDon't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey. 1st ed.The Donnelly Album: The Complete & Authentic Account of Canada's Famous Feuding FamilyThe Donnellys Must DieDouble or NothingDoveDrawing the Line: Creative Writing Through the Visual and Performing ArtsDream Freedom. 1st ed.DreamspeakerDriver's EdThe Dust BowlDying to Be Thin(Print-Anthology). Thistledown Press Ltd. (THI), 1985. 122 p. ISBN 0-920633-05-6 ($12.00 pbk.).
(SK) This collection presents a sampling of ten years' published works from 37 poets. The book contains lyrical, narrative, and anecdotal poems from noted as well as lesser-known writers, including several Saskatchewan poets. Included are a tab le of contents and brief biographic notes about each of the contributors. Teachers are advised to select poems from this resource that suit the needs, interests, and maturity of their students.
Suggested Use: Poetry
Prejudice, both individual and within a community, is at the core of this coming-of-age novel in which a boy faces painful truths that destroy the cozy harmony and order of his life. Buck and his African American friend, Tunes, are two young teens who live in the Chesapeake Bay area of Virginia. When they discover the body of a murdered man, Tunes is accused of committing the murder. Buck tries to defend Tunes, but he does not receive support from his family or anyone else. This gripping tale of betrayal confronts the issues of racism and hypocrisy that have plagued the United States throughout its history. Note: The issue of sexual abuse is evident in this novel, and some racist language is included. These are central to the story, and are handled in a sensitive manner.
Suggested Use: Challenges
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; Social Studies: Grades 7-9
(Print-Fiction). Matas, Carol. Scholastic Canada Ltd. (LRDC/SCH), 1993. 136 p. (LRDC) - Order no. 8185 ($3.99 pbk.). (SCH) - ISBN 0-590-46920-7 ($13.55 hdc.).
(CAN) During World War II, Daniel and his Jewish family are forced out of their home in Frankfurt and sent, first to the Lodz ghetto in Poland, and then to Auschwitz. This story of a composite character was published in conjunction with an exhibit called Daniel's Story: Remember the Children at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Included are a map, chronology, and glossary. See also: The Cage.
Suggested Use: Challenges
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9
(Print-Non-Fiction). Gunther, John. HarperCollins Canada Ltd. (HCP), 1989. 231 p. ISBN 0-06-080973-6 ($9.75 pbk.).
In this memoir, a father recounts the courage and determination with which his 17 year old son fought and faced death. Diagnosed in 1946 with a cancerous brain tumour, Johnnie and his parents searched desperately for a cure for this disease that was t hen only beginning to be understood. This heart-wrenching novel is suitable for students looking for a sensitive portrayal of a family's love sustaining them in tragedy. Included are several of Johnnie's letters.
Suggested Use: Challenges
(CAN) This is a compelling account of a sealing disaster in 1914 off the coast of Newfoundland. It details the greed and lack of concern that left 132 sealers stranded on an ice pan for two days and nights during a blizzard, and provides several accounts of the sealers’ bravery and endurance. Included is a 24-page photographic insert. This is a lengthy but easily read narrative.
Suggested Use: Environment and Technology; Challenges
(Print-Fiction). White, Rob. Doubleday Canada Limited (DOU), 1972. 220 p. ISBN 0-440-91740-9 ($5.99 pbk.).
This is an easily read story of a dramatic struggle for survival in the wilderness, pitting a young guide against a cold-blooded killer. This book is suitable for reluctant readers or students requiring additional support.
Suggested Use: Challenges; Easily Read Resource
(Print-Anthology). Brown, Dee. Henry Holt & Co. (FHW), 1993. 174 p. ISBN 0-8050-2607-X ($14.95 pbk.).
(I/M) The stories, myths, and legends in this collection represent several North American Aboriginal nations, ranging from the Zuni to the Tlingit and the Sioux. Included are pourquoi tales, allegories, hero tales, trickster tales, and stories about life prior to and following contact with Europeans. The book contains a table of contents giving each story's nation of origin, a list of sources, and pen and ink illustration by Louis Mofsie.
Suggested Use: Challenges; Short Stories
(Print-Anthology). Barry, James, ed. (Reflections in Literature Series). ITP Nelson Canada (LRDC), 1991. 240 p. Order no. 6225 ($20.90 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 6226 ($21.75 pbk.).
(CAN) This anthology contains a blend of traditional and modern poetry by Canadian and international poets. Included are a table of contents, glossary, index of authors, and index of titles. This book is also being considered for other courses.
Suggested Use: Canadian Frontiers and Homeland; Decisions; Environment and Technology; Equality; Challenges; Poetry
(WCP) This in-depth resource provides a model of exchanged journal writing between a teacher and students. The self-reflective process is used to extend students’ literature experience and to help them gain confidence and insights that culminate in essay writing. Interesting classroom ideas such as using e-mail exchanges and pairing students with writers in the community are explored. Although the writing style requires time and effort to read, this resource is well suited to a teacher’s professional development plan.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; English Language Arts 20; English Language Arts 30
(Print-Non-Fiction). Gill, Sam D. and Sullivan, Irene F. Oxford University Press (OUP), 1992. 425 p. ISBN 0-19-508602-3 ($24.95 pbk.).
(I/M) This well-organized book contains extensive cross-referencing of language groups, symbolic objects, and mythic or ritual events to aid understanding of Aboriginal literature. Entries are very readable. They list cultural groups and their geographic location related to maps which are included in the introduction, cross-references, and references to bibliographic data. Included are a table of contents, numerous black and white illustrations of art work, and an index of tribes. This is an excellent reference tool.
Suggested Use: Language Resource
(Print-Anthology). Davies, Richard and Kirkland, Glen. Gage Educational Publishing (LRDC), 1996. 183 p. Order no. 8037 ($18.85 pbk.). Teacher's Guide - Order no. 8038 ($28.25 spiral-bound).
(CAN) This anthology provides students with visuals and essays designed to encourage an understanding of and appreciation for the essay. Included are a photo essay as well as nine types of written essays organized thematically. Each essay is followed by questions and suggestions for activity. Included are a table of contents and a glossary. The teacher's guide provides a commentary, biographic note, and pre-, during, and post-reading response suggestions for each selection.
Suggested Use: The Unknown; Environment and Technology; Equality; Challenges; Short Prose
(Print-Anthology). Drapeau, Patricia, Terpening, Jon and White, Alex, eds. Oxford University Press (LRDC), 1993. 202 p. Order no. 7923 ($18.30 pbk.). Teacher' s Resource Book - Order no. 7924 ($17.80 pbk.).
(CAN) The selections in this collection include personal essays, biographic and autobiographic selections, and feature or opinion articles. Topics such as family ties, scientific advances, and environmental issues make this a useful resource. This bo ok is also being considered for other courses.
Suggested Use: Canadian Frontiers and Homeland; The Unknown; Decisions; Environment and Technology; Equality; Challenges; Short Prose
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9
The life of a 16-year-old girl, Tish, is realistically portrayed in journal entries written on the promise that her teacher will not read anything marked as "Do not read this." Tish keeps her journal faithfully, but rarely allows Mrs. Dunphrey to read any of it. She finds solace in writing about the problems that she faces, problems that threaten to overwhelm her. Her father departs, and then her mentally ill mother leaves, and Tish must care for the house and her little brother. Tish attempts to make adult decisions, but eventually she accepts the trust of Mrs. Dunphrey, who helps her to deal with her situation.
Suggested Use: Decisions
Other Use: English Language Arts: Grades 6 to 9; Health Education: Grades 6 to 9
(Print-Non-Fiction). Fazakas, Ray. Firefly Books Ltd. (FIR), 1995. 311 p. ISBN 1-895565-61-8 ($19.50 pbk.).
This is a thorough, factual account of the Donnelly tragedy in Lucan, Ontario. Suitable as a research resource, the book provides maps and archival photographs to aid a very detailed exploration of the Donnellys and other members of the community involved in the feud. This book is challenging reading.
Suggested Use: Canadian Frontiers and Homeland
(Print-Non-Fiction). Miller, Orlo. (Macmillan Paperbacks; 27). Macmillan Canada (IRW), 1987. 252 p. ISBN 0-7736-7444-6 ($6.95 pbk.).
(CAN) This is an authoritative account of a notorious episode in the annals of Canadian crime. The book's content, length, and small type make it challenging reading. See also: The Black Donnellys.
Suggested Use: Canadian Frontiers and Homeland
(Print-Fiction). Gill, Derek L.T. and Graham, Robin Lee. HarperCollins Canada Ltd. (HCP), 1991. 199 p. ISBN 0-06-092047-5 ($16.75 pbk.).
In 1965, 16 year old Robin set out to circle the globe in his 24-foot sloop, the Dove. Using excerpts from his tape-recorded journal, Robin reflects on his six-year voyage, during which he faced many dangers at sea, married and became a father, and learned first-hand to value the sea and its inhabitants. Included are numerous black and white photographs.
Suggested Use: Challenges
(WCP) The learning activities in this resource integrate the visual arts, music, movement, performing arts (including stage, film and television) and folk arts with student writing. Each chapter focuses on one genre of art. Individual units offer topic discussions for the teacher, a simple artistic activity, creative writing exercises and examples of students. written work. Strong links among viewing, representing and writing are provided, along with a variety of learning activities suitable for various grade levels. Assessment is linked to the learning activities in the resource. Although no rubrics are included, suggestions are provided for both peer assessment and student self-assessment.
Suggested Use: Teacher Reference
Other Use: Arts Education: Grade 9; Arts Education: Secondary Level
(Print-Fiction). Hubert, Cam. Stoddart Publishing Co. Ltd. (IRW), 1992. 121 p. ISBN 0-7736-7384-9 ($5.95 pbk.).
(CAN, I/M) When 11 year old Peter is placed in a foster care institution, he runs off into the forest. There he meets an old Aboriginal, the Dreamspeaker, whose legends help Peter face his fears. However, the courts intervene with tragic results. Suggested Use: Decisions
(Print-Fiction). Cooney, Caroline B. Doubleday Canada Limited (DOU), 1994. 184 p. ISBN 0-835-32087-6 ($15.95 hdc.).
On their first date, Remy and Morgan find themselves part of a group that is stealing street signs for fun. When a young mother dies in a car accident because the students have stolen a stop sign, Remy and Morgan feel responsible for her death. This story contrasts two families' reactions. It is an easily read novel suitable for reluctant readers.
Suggested Use: Decisions
(Print-Fiction). Booth, David and Reczuch, Karen, illus. Kids Can Press (UTP), 1996. ISBN 1-55074-295-7 ($16.95 hdc.).
(CAN) When Matthew's father worries that there will not be enough rain to grow crops this year, his grandfather describes life on their farm during the great drought of 1929-1937. This children's picture book is an eloquent testimony to the courage and determination of farm families in The Dust Bowl.
Suggested Use: Canadian Frontiers and Homeland
(Print-Fiction). Carson, Linda. Scirocco Drama (GDS), 1993. 48 p. ISBN 0-9697261-3-9 ($8.95 pbk.).
(CAN) In a dramatic monologue, an adolescent girl relates the events that have led to her condition, her secretive life as a bulimic, her awareness of bulimia's destructive nature, and her attempts to deal with and overcome bulimia through her journal writing. Carson's afterword and the entries from her personal diary provide additional information about the eating disorder.
Suggested Use: Challenges; Plays