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English language arts: additional learning resources 3ISBN 978-1-926841-40-31. Language arts (Elementary) – Saskatchewan – Bibliography. 2. Children – Books and reading – Saskatchewan – Bibliography. 3. Children’s literature – Bibliography.I. Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. Curriculum and E-Learning. Learning Resources.

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This list of learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended by the Ministry of Education to support the curriculum, English Language Arts 3. This list will be updated as new resources are recommended and older ones are no longer available. A list of core learning resources can be found on

the Ministry of Education website.

(CAN) indicates that a Canadian contributed to the development of the resource and/or that it includes Canadian content. (SK) indicates that a Saskatchewan person contributed to the development of the resource and/or that it includes Saskatchewan content. (FNMI) indicates that a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit person contributed to the development of the resource and/or that it includes First Nations, Métis, or Inuit content. Resources evaluated and recommended as support for the Western and Northern Canadian Protocol frameworks and Saskatchewan’s provincial curricula have the designation (WNCP) before the annotation.

Other resources beyond those recommended in this list may effectively support the curriculum, English Language Arts 3. It remains the responsibility of educators to preview and select materials that align with curriculum and best meet the needs of their students, school, and community. Educators should choose resources in accordance with their school division’s learning resources selection policy.

Pricing of the learning resources in this document is subject to change without notice.

The Ministry of Education expresses its appreciation to publishers, producers, and distributors who have provided learning resources for evaluation, and gratefully acknowledges the contributions made by educators who served as evaluators.

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Suggested UseProfessional Resource

PublisherStenhouse Publishers

DistributorPembroke Publishers Ltd.538 Hood Rd MARKHAM ON L3R 3K9(800) 997-9807Fax: (800) 339-5568Email: [email protected]: www.pembrokepublishers.com

Price: $23.95 pbk.Pagination: 200 p.ISBN: 978-1-57110-712-1

Copyright: 2008Year Recommended: 2011

Adventures in Graphica: Using Comics and Graphic Novels to Teach Comprehension, 2-6Author: Thompson, Terry

AnnotationThompson shares theory, research, and support for using graphica in the classroom. He discusses the potential that graphica has for reaching struggling readers and English as Additional Language learners. He also informs readers that graphica often addresses current and relevant social issues, such as prejudice. Using his own experiences, Thompson provides strategies and tips to use graphica in the classroom.

The book includes a table of contents, appendices, and an index.

Print, Audio-visual, and Other Resources

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Producer/DistributorNational Film BoardSales and Customer Service, D-10PO Box 6100, Station Centre-VilleMONTRÉAL PQ H3C 3H5(800) 267-7710Fax: (514) 283-9000Website: www.nfb.ca

Price: $59.95Length: 25 min.ID Number: 153C9104152


African Rhythms: Animated Stories for ChildrenAnnotation(CAN) African Rhythms is a collection of animated stories that explore various African cultural traditions.

In The Magic Lion, a boy from East Africa travels to a mysterious village in order to obtain the medicine needed by his gravely ill grandfather. Along the way, the frees a lion that is trapped in a hunter’s net. The magical lion expresses gratitude by helping the young boy to complete his quest.

A teacher’s guide is available.


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PublisherKey Porter Books

DistributorH. B. Fenn & Company Ltd.34 Nixon RdBOLTON ON L7E 1W2(800) 267-3366(905) 951-6600Fax: (800) 465-3422Email: [email protected]: www.hbfenn.com



Alligator PieAuthor: Lee, DennisIllustrator: Newfeld, Frank

Annotation(CAN) Dennis Lee’s book of poetry and rhymes for children has been reissued in a collector’s edition. The poems reflect a Canadian child’s world – children are invited to “skip to Casa Loma” or to imagine an Ookpik who can “dance on Niagara Falls”. Children will identify with the universal themes in Lee’s poetry. The delights, fears, and interests of a young child are explored in the variety of verses found in this anthology. The illustrations by Frank Newfeld contribute to the humour in many of the selections.


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ProducerNutmeg Media

DistributorROVER(Recommended Online Video Education Resources)(866) 933-8333 (for technical inquiries or support)Email: [email protected]: http://rover.edonline.sk.ca/index.htm

Price: $Free (within Saskatchewan PreK-12 schools)Length: 13 min.ID Number: TBA

Copyright: 2007Year Recommended: 2011Expiry Date: July 1, 2016

The Apple-pip PrincessAnnotationSince the Queen died, the kingdom is filled with sadness. The King tells his three daughters that if one of them does something to make him proud, she will become the next ruler of the kingdom. Each princess has seven days to complete the task.

Princess Suzanna decides to build a tower. Princess Miranda, who is vain and does not think for herself, builds a bigger tower. The two princesses do not care if people in the kingdom go hungry or have no shelter. Using a box that contains seven magical treasures, Princess Serenity plants an apple pip. Every day, she plants another seed. By the seventh day, the kingdom is alive with plants, and the King makes his decision.

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DistributorPortage & Main Press100 – 318 McDermot AveWINNIPEG MB R3A 0A2(800) 667-9673 (204) 987-3500 Fax: (866) 734-8477 Email: [email protected] Website: www.portageandmainpress.com



The Art of Inquiry: Questioning Strategies for K-6 ClassroomsAuthor: Cecil, Nancy Lee

Annotation(CAN, WNCP) This resource shows teachers how to question effectively and how to develop their students’ questioning abilities. It formulates relevant questions that focus on information needs and encourages the establishment of a safe atmosphere for students to express themselves without fear of rejection. Part 1 identifies types of questions and the thinking skills that they promote. Part 2 provides practical questioning strategies and activities. Included are a table of contents, a list of suggested readings, and sample student organizers.

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The Bear’s Long Tail: A Tale RetoldAuthor: Chartrand, JaneIllustrator: Tsun, Zaawaazit Mkwa

Annotation(CAN, FNMI) Nokomis tells her grandson, Heyden, the story of how Fox tricks Bear. Bear should be asleep in winter. Instead, he awakens to rumblings in his stomach and before he heads outside, he stops to admire his long, bushy, and shiny tail. Fox demonstrates how he uses his tail to catch fish. He tells Bear that they will go to another part of the lake for Bear to catch fish. Fox, being a trickster, knows that this part of the lake has no fish. Overnight, Bear’s tail freezes in the lake and is pulled off when Bear tries to free his tail from the ice.

In this First Nations narrative, children will recognize that, like animals, people have different natures. There are people, like Bear, who trust others without question. There are also people, like Fox, who cannot be trusted all of the time.

Teachers may consider inviting an Elder or traditional knowledge keeper to the classroom to tell the narrative.


Publisher/DistributorPemmican Publications150 Henry AveWINNIPEG MB R3B 0J7(204) 589-6346Fax: (204) 589-2063Email: [email protected]: http://pemmican.mb.ca/

Price: $10.95 pbk.Pagination: unp.ISBN: 978-1-894717-31-7



Beyond Reading and Writing: Inquiry, Curriculum, and Multiple Ways of KnowingAuthors: Berghoff, Beth; Egawa, Kathryn A.; Harste, Jerome C.; and Hoonan, Barry T.

AnnotationThe authors examine the theory of inquiry and multiple ways of knowing, which put the learner at the centre of curriculum. Because of their experiences in the classroom, the authors are able to provide insight into how a curriculum works in day-to-day situations, offer suggestions on how educators can support and understand their students, and suggest theory-into-practice techniques. The authors summarize their own understandings gained during the inquiry. The book demonstrates inquiry in action.


Publisher/DistributorThe National Council of Teachers of English1111 W Kenyon RdURBANA IL 61801-1096(217) 328-3870Fax: (217) 328-9645Email: [email protected]: www.ncte.org/

Price: $19.95 U.S. pbk.Pagination: 112 p.ISBN: 978-0-8141-2341-4


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PublisherAltaMira Press

DistributorThe Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group15200 NBN WayBLUE RIDGE SUMMIT PA 17214(800) 462-6420(717) 794-3800Fax: (800) 338-4550Email: [email protected]: www.rowmanlittlefield.com/



A Broken Flute: The Native Experience in Books for ChildrenEditors: Seale, Doris and Slapin, Beverly

Annotation(FNMI) A Broken Flute is a collection of reviews that critically evaluate children’s books about Native Americans written between the early 1900s and 2003. Stories, essays, and poems accompany each review. The authors reviewed over 600 books. The selected titles cover PreK-12 levels, and adult and teacher materials.

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PublisherDorling Kindersley, Inc.

DistributorUniversity of Toronto Press5201 Dufferin StDOWNSVIEW ON M3H 5T8(800) 565-9523(416) 667-7777Fax: (800) 221-9985Email: [email protected]: www.utpress.utoronto.ca/utp_H3.htm

Price: $19.99 hdc.Pagination: 32 p.ISBN: 978-1-55363-170-5


Children’s Illustrated Dictionary. Cdn.rev. ed.Author: McIlwain, John

Annotation(CAN) This updated and revised edition helps young students with their reading and vocabulary skills using words and images. This dictionary contains over 12,000 word entries. Each entry includes definitions and examples of usage.

The dictionary contains over 2,500 colour photographs and illustrations. There are several features such as types of words, how to use the dictionary, dictionary games, and word entries. The dictionary contains a table of contents, a list of common abbreviations, a spelling guide, word building, and countries of the world.



Publisher/DistributorChristopher-Gordon Publishers, Inc.1420 Providence Hwy, Suite 120NORWOOD MA 02062(781) 762-5577Fax: (781) 762-2110Email: [email protected]: www.christopher-gordon.com



The Complete Guide to Thematic Units: Creating the Integrated Curriculum. 2nd ed.Authors: Meinbach, Anita Meyer; Rothlein, Liz; and Fredericks, Anthony D.

Annotation(WNCP) In this updated edition, the authors extend, expand, and elaborate on the principles and practices of thematic units to integrate curriculum. Topics include developing and using thematic units, strategies for success, assessment, and suggestions for parent and community involvement.

The book is American, but the steps and guidelines for developing and using thematic units are applicable to Saskatchewan classrooms. Included are a table of contents, an index, and lists of student resources.

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Crafting Writers K-6Author: Hale, Elizabeth

AnnotationHale explores ways to teach the craft of writing by moving beyond the rules of grammar and mechanics. Often teachers “teach” writing using the predictable rules of the English language. Hale examines the art of writing, the artistic side of writing, and the process for identifying craft in writing.

She describes the specific and general craft techniques, such as voice, sentence fluency, and writing with detail. Teachers will learn how to assist students in determining their writing strengths and how to build upon those strengths.

Included in the text are a table of contents, assessment strategies, appendices, and an index.






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Crow CallAuthor: Lowry, LoisIllustrator: Ibatoulline, Bagram

AnnotationBefore leaving for World War II, Daddy buys Liz a flannel shirt, something to remember him by when he is gone from home. Liz treasures that big and colourful shirt. It has been such a long time since Daddy was home; he does not even know that Liz’s favourite thing to eat is cherry pie!

On a cold November day, Liz goes hunting with Daddy. She has never hunted before; Daddy puts Liz in charge of the crow call. As they enter the woods, one can feel the solitude of the hills and appreciate the time Daddy takes to reconnect with Liz.

The illustrations effectively portray the 1940s. As well, the power of a special relationship between a parent and a child is expressed through Lowry’s descriptive language.

The story is based on Lowry’s childhood and the special day she spent with her father after he returned home from war.

The DVD program is an adaptation of the book. A study guide is available.


Publisher/DistributorScholastic Canada Ltd.175 Hillmount RdMARKHAM ON L6C 1Z7(800) 268-3860Fax: (800) 387-4944Email: [email protected]: www.scholastic.ca/



Producer for DVDWeston Woods




From CROW CALL by Lois Lowry and Bagram Ibatoulline, illus. Scholastic Canada Ltd. Copyright © 2009. Reprinted by permission.



Suggested UseEnvironmental and Technological Context

ProducerWeston Woods




The Curious GardenAnnotationIn this animated DVD program, Liam lives in a city that is dark and grey. While exploring one day, Liam discovers a stairwell that leads to old railroad tracks. Among the tracks is a patch of dying wildflowers. Liam decides to take care of the garden. He learns to water and prune the plants. As the garden starts to spread, the city is transformed into a colourful world.

Note: This program has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Elementary Level.

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Engaging Readers & Writers with Inquiry: Promoting Deep Understandings in Language Arts and Content Areas with Guiding QuestionsAuthor: Wilhelm, Jeffrey D.

AnnotationThrough the use of research and classroom experience, Wilhelm suggests techniques teachers can use to foster and facilitate inquiry within their classroom. He shares practical ideas for turning goals and outcomes into engaging authentic questions that propel students toward deep understandings.

Included in the book are examples of guiding questions for various content areas, sample lessons, and activities that deepen thinking about topics and prepare students for more meaningful reading and writing experiences. A table of contents and an index are provided.





From ENGAGING READERS AND WRITING WITH INQUIRY by Jeffrey D. Wilhelm. Scholastic Inc./Teaching Resources. Copyright © 2007 by Jeffrey D. Wilhelm. Reprinted by permission.

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Suggested UseSocial, Cultural, and Historical Context

Publisher/DistributorFitzhenry & Whiteside Limited195 Allstate Pkwy MARKHAM ON L3R 4T8(800) 387-9776Fax: (800) 260-9777Email: [email protected]: www.fitzhenry.ca



EnoughAuthor: Skrypuch, Marsha ForchukIllustrator: Martchenko, Michael

Annotation(CAN) Marusia and her father farm near the village of Zhitya, Ukraine. Ukraine comes under Stalin’s power and all foodstuffs now belong to the Dictator. Marusia hides one sack of grain from the soldiers. Marusia eventually outwits the Dictator by hiding sacks of grain in graves so the village can continue to plant grain for food.

Through this folktale, young students will learn about the Ukrainian famine and the impact it had on Ukrainian people.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the social studies curriculum at the Elementary Level.

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Falling Down the Page: A Book of List PoemsEditor: Heard, Georgia

AnnotationEveryone makes lists of numerous types (e.g., names of friends to invite to a birthday party, activities for a summer vacation). This collection of list poems celebrates school. Some of the poems are a simple list of words, while others are more descriptive and complex. Students should be inspired to jot down what they notice around them and create their own list poems.

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The Firekeeper’s SonAuthor: Park, Linda SueIllustrator: Downing, Julie

AnnotationSang-hee’s father climbs the mountain every evening to light a fire. The fire is a signal to the firekeeper on the next mountain to light his fire, and so on, until it reaches the king’s palace. When the king sees the fire on the nearest mountain peak, he knows all is well in the land. If there is no fire, that means there is trouble and soldiers will be sent to defend the land.

One evening, Sang-hee’s mother notices the fire is not lit. Sang-hee is sent to see why the fire is not burning. On the way, he discovers that his father has hurt his ankle and cannot light the fire. It is up to Sang-hee to carry the brass pot filled with coals to light the signal.

The story is set in Korea in the early 1800s. At the back of the book is an author’s note about the bonfire signal system that was used in Korea.

The video program is based on the book and is narrated by the author.


Suggested UsesCommunicative ContextSocial, Cultural, and Historical Context

PublisherHoughton Mifflin Harcourt

DistributorThomas Allen & Son Limited390 Steelcase Rd EMARKHAM ON L3R 1G2(800) 387-4333Fax: (905) 475-4255Email: [email protected]: www.thomasallen.ca/site/index.aspx



Producer for DVDNutmeg Media

Distributor for DVDMcIntyre Media Limited203 – 75 First StORANGEVILLE ON L9W 5B6(800) 565-4046Fax: (519) 942-8489Email: [email protected]: www.mcintyre.ca

Price: $79.95Length: 14 min.Order Number: 211011D V


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Publisher/DistributorGabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies& Applied Research2 - 604 22nd St WSASKATOON SK S7M 5W1(306) 934-4941Fax: (306) 244-0252Email: [email protected]: www.gdins.org

Price: $12.95 pbk. and CDPagination: 39 p.ISBN: 978-0-920915-90-5


The Giving Tree: A Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story about Giving and Receiving/Laarbr Kawmaekit: Aen kiitwam achimook Aen histwayr chi maykik pi aAuthor/Illustrator: Dorion, LeahTranslator: Fleury, Norman

Annotation(SK, FNMI) Developed in both Michif and English, this book and compact disc focus on the memories of Moushoom as he recalls the experience of finding the giving tree with his parents. This retelling of a traditional story highlights Métis core values and beliefs including strength, kindness, courage, tolerance, honesty, respect, love, sharing, caring, balance, patience, and most of all – a meaningful connection with the Creator and Mother Earth.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the social studies and health education curricula at the Elementary Level.

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PublisherHeinemann Educational Books

DistributorPearson Education CanadaSchool Division195 Harry Walker PkwyNEWMARKET ON L3Y 7B4(800) 361-6128(905) 853-7888Fax: (800) 563-9196Email: [email protected]: www.pearsonschoolcanada.ca



The Grammar Plan Book: A Guide to Smart TeachingAuthor: Weaver, Constance

AnnotationThe best method of teaching language conventions is to integrate them into units and lessons. This book explains how to teach language conventions this way. Through examples of innovative educators teaching language, teachers are presented with concepts to use in the classroom. Although this publication is not a language handbook, it includes most of the language concepts that students need to know. The book is useful in planning focused lessons and includes a sample scope-and-sequence chart. A table of contents and an index are provided.

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ProducerNational Film Board


Price: $Free (within Saskatchewan PreK-12 schools)Length: 29 min.ID Number: N31

Copyright: 2007Year Recommended: 2011Expiry Date: March 18, 2013

Hannah’s StoryAnnotation(CAN) Hannah Taylor sees her first homeless person in Winnipeg at the age of five. Hannah constantly thinks and worries about the man – where is he staying and what he is eating. When Hannah turns eight, she establishes The Ladybug Foundation, Inc.

Hannah speaks to politicians, business leaders, students, and the media to raise awareness and funds to help feed and shelter the homeless. Hannah’s message inspires young people and adults to work together to help others. Her foundation supports projects in Canada that touch the homeless or near homeless.

Today, Hannah continues to spread her message across Canada and around the world. She is a role model as a young human rights activist.

Note: This program has also been recommended to support the social studies curriculum at the Elementary Level.

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The Hockey TreeAuthor: Ward, DavidIllustrator: Deines, Brian

Annotation(SK) Owen and Holly play a game of pond hockey with their father. Just before stopping for a cup of hot chocolate, Holly shoots the puck in an ice-fishing hole. When their father takes them on a walk in the woods, the children think that their hockey game is finished. To Holly and Owen’s surprise, their father makes a “prairie hockey puck” from a dead tree, and the game continues.





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From THE HOCKEY TREE by David Ward and Brian Deines, illus. Scholastic Canada Ltd. Copyright © 2008 by David Ward. Reprinted by permission.


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Honey…Honey…Lion!AnnotationBased on the picture book of the same title by Jan Brett, this resource tells of a honeyguide who always leads a badger to honey. The badger works to claw the honeycomb out, and the partners share the sweetness. One day, however, the badger decides not to share with the honeyguide, and the bird retaliates by leading the badger to a lion. After nearly losing his life, the badger learns a valuable lesson.

A short teacher’s guide is available.

Note: This program has also been recommended to support the health education curriculum at the Elementary Level.





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DistributorVisual Education Centre41 Horner Ave, Unit 3TORONTO ON M8Z 4X4(800) 668-0749Fax: (888) 673-7886Email: [email protected]: www.visualed.com

Price: $69.99Length: 14 min.Order Number: 3733


I Hate English!AnnotationIn this video program, Mei Mei moves from Hong Kong to New York City. She is lonely and isolated in a new environment, and she worries about losing her Chinese identity. Mei Mei refuses to speak a word of English. In fact, she hates English! But when Mei Mei goes to a neighbourhood centre, a teacher shows her how much fun she can have with the English language.


Independent Reading inside the Box: Monitoring Independent Reading Strategies That Promote Deeper Thinking and Improve Comprehension in K-6 ClassroomsAuthor: Donohue, Lisa

Annotation(CAN) Donohue provides an overview of the Reading 8 Box and its components. She shows teachers how to add value, authenticity, and accountability to their independent reading programs and to keep the focus on student reading.

Graphic organizers and open-reponse opportunities help deepen student thinking. There are reproducible blank templates and student samples that illustrate how the program works. A table of contents, an appendix, and an index are provided.

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A Journey through the Circle of LifeAuthor: Gillespie, DesiréeIllustrator: McKay-Fleming, Kimberly

Annotation(CAN, FNMI) Cheyenne’s pépère teaches her to plant a tree every year to honour Mother Nature and to respect the circle of life. At first, Cheyenne is sad when Pépère passes away, but Cheyenne realizes that Pépère’s teachings will live long after he no longer walks the earth.

This title highlights the importance of looking ahead to and planning for what we leave for our grandchildren and the generations to follow.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the science and social studies curricula at the Elementary Level.

Suggested UsesEnvironmental and Technological ContextSocial, Cultural, and Historical Context

Publisher/DistributorPemmican Publications150 Henry AveWINNIPEG MB R3B 0J7(204) 589-6346Fax: (204) 589-2063Email: [email protected]: http://pemmican.mb.ca/



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Kamishibai ManAuthor/Illustrator: Say, Allen

AnnotationThis story tells of an elderly kamishibai man who decides to come out of retirement and perform on the streets once again. Through Say’s illustrations and vivid text, Kamishibai Man addresses the lost Japanese art of paper theatre and the rediscovery of the special relationship between a storyteller and his audience. An afterword offers a brief history of kamishibai.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the arts education and social studies curricula at the Elementary Level.


PublisherHoughton Mifflin Company

DistributorThomas Allen & Son Limited390 Steelcase Rd EMARKHAM ON L3R 1G2(800) 387-4333(905) 475-9126Fax: (800) 458-5504Email: [email protected]: www.thomasallen.ca

Price: $21.50 hdc. Pagination: 32 p.ISBN: 978-0-618-47954-2


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A Kick in the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic FormsAuthor: Janeczko, Paul B.Illustrator: Raschka, Chris

AnnotationThe author takes students on a journey of poetic forms. The book includes 29 examples of poetic forms, but not all the examples strictly follow the rules. Janeczko provides an explanation of each poetic form and the rhyme schemes.

Included in the book are a table of contents and background notes on the poetic forms.

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PublisherCandlewick Press

DistributorPenguin Group (Canada)90 Eglinton Ave E, Suite 700TORONTO ON M4P 2Y3(800) 399-6858Fax: (800) 363-2665Email: [email protected]: www.penguin.ca



A KICK IN THE HEAD: AN EVERYDAY GUIDE TO POETIC FORMS. This Collection Copyright © 2005 Paul B. Janeczko. Illustrations Copyright 2005 Chris Raschka. Reproduced by permission of the publisher, Candlewick Press, Somerville, MA.


Let’s Eat: What Children Eat around the WorldAuthor: Hollyer, BeatriceIllustrator: Wolff, Ashley

AnnotationJamie Oliver introduces Let’s Eat as a means for students to learn about five countries in the world through food. One meal is described from each country as well as a special day in each child’s life (e.g., a festival, a mushroom-picking day).

There is one recipe from each country at the end of the book. The students will have fun smelling, touching, tasting, and laughing as they try out the recipes. Included are a table of contents, recipes, and a glossary.


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Distributor Thomas Allen and Son Limited390 Steelcase Rd EMarkham ON L3R 1G2(905) 475-9126Fax: (800) 458-5504Email: [email protected]: www.thomasallen.ca/site/index.aspx



The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq. 1st ed.Author/Illustrator: Winter, Jeannette

AnnotationBased on a true event, this book tells how the librarian at Basra enlisted the help of the community to save over 70 percent of the collection in the library. The library was burned in the war and conflict that engulfed Basra, Iraq in 2003.

The story can provide a springboard for discussion regarding the love of books and literature, the importance of libraries in a community, a respect for knowledge, the implications of war on individuals and communities, and the war in Iraq.

The illustrations, similar to the Ted Harrison style, present a rich resource for viewing and representing.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the social studies curriculum at the Elementary Level and the English language arts curriculum at the Middle Level.


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The Lion and the MouseAnnotationBased on Aesop’s fable, this wordless interpretation tells the story of two animals overcoming their instincts and fears for the good of the other. A mother mouse mistakenly awakens a sleeping lion. It takes all of the lion’s strength to let the mouse go. The mouse hurries back to her babies, grateful for her survival.

Later, the lion gets trapped by a hunter. The mouse remembers the lion’s kindness and chews through the ropes to free the lion. Students will learn that acts of friendship and kindness can occur in unlikely ways.


ProducerWeston Woods






Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of TeaAuthor: Mortenson, GregIllustrator: Roth, Susan L.

AnnotationAfter a failed attempt to climb K2, Dr. Greg is lost and delirious when he comes upon a remote Himalyan village. The villagers save his life, and in return, he vows to build them a school. The children of Korphe relate the story of how a school came to the village.


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Publisher/DistributorPenguin Group (Canada)90 Eglinton Ave E, Suite 700TORONTO ON M4P 2Y3(800) 399-6858Fax: (800) 363-2665Email: [email protected]: www.penguin.ca



LISTEN TO THE WIND: THE STORY OF DR. GREG & THREE CUPS OF TEA. © 2009 Gred Mortenson. Illustrations Copyright 2009 Susan L. Roth. Used by permission of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. All rights reserved.


Literacy Strategies across the Subject Areas: Process-oriented Blackline Masters for the K-12 Classroom. 2nd ed.Authors: Wood, Karen D. and Taylor, D. Bruce

AnnotationThe book contains process-oriented graphic organizers to engage students in strategies to enhance their understanding of various topics under study. Many of the strategies included in the book aim for the gradual release of responsibility by the teacher to the student. The strategies are also effective for students who need additional language support, such as English as an Additional Language learners.


PublisherAllyn and Bacon

DistributorPearson Education CanadaSchool Division195 Harry Walker PkwyNEWMARKET ON L3Y 7B4(800) 361-6128(905) 853-7888Fax: (800) 563-9196Email: [email protected]: www.pearsonschoolcanada.ca



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Mabela the CleverAnnotationThis DVD program is based on an African folktale. A sly cat plans to catch all the mice in the village. The cat invites the mice to join the “secret cat society.” The cat almost succeeds, but one clever mouse named Mabela remembers her father’s words of wisdom. Mabela pays attention to her surroundings, moves fast, traps the cat, and rescues all the mice.

The folktale is adapted from the oral story-telling tradition of the Limba people of Sierra Leone.









Publisher/DistributorChristopher-Gordon Publishers, Inc.1420 Providence Hwy, Suite 120NORWOOD MA 02062(781) 762-5577Fax: (781) 762-2110Email: [email protected]: www.christopher-gordon.com



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Making Facts Come Alive: Choosing & Using Quality Nonfiction Literature K-8. 2nd ed.Authors: Bamford, Rosemary A. and Kristo, Janice V.

AnnotationThis resource presents informational text as an important component in students’ learning. It provides teachers with insights into how to help students develop strategies to read and write informational text. The book is arranged in four parts. Part One discusses criteria for choosing high-quality informational texts. Part Two addresses specific text selections for a variety of curriculum areas. Part Three suggests strategies for bringing students and books together. Part Four features response guides for students’ informational texts, as well as an annotated bibliography.

Also included is a bibliography of cited children’s books. Although most works cited in this resource are American, the philosophy and ideas are easily adapted to Canadian classrooms.


The Nexus RingAuthor: Bush, Maureen

Annotation(CAN) Josh and Maddy return to Calgary after a visit to their grandmother’s house in Saanich. As they travel on the ferry from Vancouver Island, Maddy purchases a ring. She soon discovers that the ring is no ordinary ring – it is magical! Unfortunately, a character named Gronvald wants the ring.

Josh and Maddy meet Aleena, who offers to help keep the ring from Gronvald. She takes the two children through a veil of magic to a world of otter-people that co-exists with the human world. Josh and Maddy soon discover that they cannot trust Aleena, who covets the ring.

The otter-people insist that the ring be returned to the giant of Castle Mountain so it can no longer damage the veil between the two worlds. Josh and Maddy must return the ring to the giant, and then try to find their way home.

Teachers should note that because of the book’s focus on magic, it may not be suitable for all communities.

This title was a finalist for the 2009 Saskatchewan Diamond Willow Award.


PublisherCoteau Books

DistributorRaincoast Books9050 Shaughnessy StVANCOUVER BC V6P 6E5(800) 663-5714Fax: (800) 565-3770Email: [email protected]: www.raincoast.com



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PublisherRoaring Book Press




No!Author/Illustrator: McPhail, David

AnnotationRepeated three times, “no” is the only word in this book. A young child sets out to mail a letter and witnesses acts of war along the way. Besides seeing tanks in the streets and the destruction of buildings, the young boy also experiences a personal attack. This narrative demonstrates the importance of taking a stand and speaking up for oneself.

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Nonfiction Reading Power: Teaching Students How to Think While They Read All Kinds of InformationAuthor: Gear, Adrienne

Annotation(CAN) This book provides teachers with strategies to assist students while they read material in all subject areas. Gear uses children’s books to encourage students to recognize that reading is about using the brain to zoom-in, to question/infer, to find the main idea, to make connections, and to transform what is on the printed page.

The author explores the features of non-fiction text and lists key books that are organized around strategies and subject areas. She provides ideas to include more non-fiction texts in the classroom through read-alouds and author studies, and provides tips for teaching non-fiction forms and text structures.

Included in the text are a table of contents, samples of students’ work, assessment strategies, lists of children’s books and professional titles, and an index.






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PublisherGreenwillow Books

DistributorHarperCollins Canada Ltd.1995 Markham RdSCARBOROUGH ON M1B 5M8(800) 387-0117(416) 321-2241Fax: (800) 668-5788Email: [email protected]: www.harpercollins.ca/



On Meadowview StreetAuthor/Illustrator: Cole, Henry

Annotation(CAN) Caroline and her family move to Meadowview Street, but Caroline soon discovers that there is no meadow, no view, and nothing growing in the yard except grass. While Dad is mowing the lawn, Caroline spots a blossom in the grass. She asks her Dad not to mow in that one spot and makes a fence to protect the flower. Soon, Dad sells the lawnmower because Caroline’s flower preserve has overtaken the grass. Caroline attracts various animal and plant species as her meadow continues to develop. Caroline’s efforts to create a meadow catch on in the neighbourhood.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Grades 1 to 3 levels and the Kindergarten curriculum.

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Our Mother EarthAnnotation(CAN) Mother Earth has been neglected and is in desperate need of care and attention. In this DVD program, young people from around the world bring Earth’s plight to the forefront. The Earth is emitting a silent scream and humans are not listening to the language of nature.

The young people in the program candidly provide their insights on what is happening and what we can do to help save the planet. Maybe we will listen to Mother Earth through the voices of those who care about environmental issues and whose generation will be most affected.

Note: This program has also been recommended to support the science and social studies curricula at the Elementary Level.


ProducerCinefête







PublisherHenry Holt and Company




Our World of Water: Children and Water around the WorldAuthor: Hollyer, Beatrice

AnnotationThis book will help students to explore where water comes from and how it is used by children living in Peru, Mauritania, United States, Ethiopia, Tajikistan, and Bangladesh. The author also invites students to discuss the ways different countries and cultures value water.

The book includes photographs, a table of contents, a glossary, and brief facts about the countries.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the social studies curriculum at the Elementary and Middle Levels.

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Out of the DeepsAuthor: Carter, Anne LaurelIllustrator: Debon, Nicolas

Annotation(CAN) When he turns 12, Savino has to quit school to work and help his family. Savino goes with his father to the mine. He works along side his father and Nelson, his father’s pit pony. After lunch, Savino is asked to haul a cart of coal to the top, using Nelson as his guide. When Savino’s headlamp burns out, Nelson leads Savino to safety.

The story is based on true events. In 1944, the miners received their first paid holiday. The miners insisted the pit ponies also have a week’s holiday. It would take another decade before pit ponies were no longer used in the mines.


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Publisher/DistributorOrca Book PublishersPO Box 5626, Stn BVANCOUVER BC V8R 6S4(800) 210-5277(250) 380-1229Fax: (877) 408-1551Email: [email protected] Website: www.orcabook.com




Papa, Do You Love Me?Author: Joosse, Barbara M.Illustrator: Lavallee, Barbara

AnnotationSet in Africa, a Maasai father patiently answers his young son’s questions about love. Through Papa’s reassuring answers, students learn about the Maasai culture.

A glossary of Maasai cultural expressions that are referenced in the book is provided.


PublisherChronicle Books

DistributorRaincoast Books9050 Shaughnessy StVANCOUVER BC V6P 6E5(800) 663-5714Fax: (800) 565-3770Email: [email protected]: www.raincoast.com



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The Poetry Experience: Choosing and Using Poetry in the ClassroomAuthors: Fitch, Sheree and Swartz, Larry

Annotation(CAN) This 32-page flipbook explores various aspects of poetry. There are tips on responding, reading, speaking, and sharing poetry in the classroom. Suggestions are provided for poetry selection, poetic forms, responding to poetry, and writing poetry.

Included in the text are a table of contents, reproducibles, an index, and suggestions for professional reading.






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Proud as a Peacock, Brave as a LionAuthor: Barclay, JaneIllustrator: Benoit, Renné

Annotation(CAN) Poppa patiently answers his grandson’s questions about war. Lying about his age, Poppa had joined the war when he was seventeen. Using similes of animals, Poppa explains he was proud as a peacock in his uniform, busy as a beaver crossing the Atlantic, and brave as a lion when going to battle. As they attend a memorial service for veterans, the narrator asks Poppa why he is crying. Poppa replies that war is something you never forget.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the social studies curriculm at the Elementary Level.


PublisherTundra Books

DistributorRandom House of Canada Limited2775 Matheson Blvd EMISSISSAUGA ON L4W 4P7(888) 523-9292(905) 624-0672Fax: (888) 562-9924Email: [email protected]: www.randomhouse.ca



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Used with permission Tundra Books.






QAR Now: Question Answer RelationshipsAuthors: Raphael, Taffy E.; Highfield, Kathy; and Au, Kathryn H.

AnnotationThis resource can be used to develop and improve students’ reading comprehension across texts and content areas. The comprehension framework incorporates a variety of reading strategies and higher level thinking skills. It is practical and well organized, and teachers can use the strategies across grades and subjects. The book is appropriate for educators who are teaching both beginning readers and more advanced readers.

From QAR NOW: QUESTION ANSWER RELATIONSHIPS by Taffy Raphael. Scholastic Inc./Teaching Resources. Copyright © 2006 by Taffy Raphael. Reprinted by permission.

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Raven Tales: How Raven Stole the SunAnnotation(CAN, FNMI) Raven Tales: How Raven Stole the Sun is an animated film based on a Northwest coast First Nations’ narrative. Frog tells Raven and Eagle about an old man who keeps the sky, the stars, the moon, and the light of the world in a set of boxes by the river.

Raven transforms himself into a spruce needle and is swallowed by the old man’s daughter. Raven grows inside the girl until he is born as a Raven-child. He persuades the old man to open the boxes, until only the one holding the sun is remaining. Raven reveals his identity and escapes through a smoke-hole with the unopend box. When he releases the sun, Raven awakens the plants and animals.

Note: This program has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Elementary Level.


ProducerSpoken Arts. Inc.








Reading and Writing Nonfiction GenresAuthors: Buss, Kathleen and Karnowski, Lee

AnnotationThis resource shows how to explore informational text with students. It is organized around four main genres: recount, procedural, informational, and persuasive. The authors identify alternative forms within each genre and explain their inherent purposes, structures, and literary elements. Mini-lessons and suggested read-alouds provide support for guiding students in reading and creating non-fiction text. This comprehensive guidebook provides an appreciation for the variety of purposes and text structures that non-fiction offers.


Publisher/DistributorInternational Reading AssociationPO Box 6021NEWARK DE 19714-6021(800) 336-7323Fax: (302) 737-0878Email: [email protected]: www.reading.org/



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Reading Is Seeing: Learning to Visualize Scenes, Characters, Ideas, and Text Worlds to Improve Comprehension and Reflective ReadingAuthor: Wilhelm, Jeffrey

AnnotationThis resource provides teachers with an overview of the research on visualization strategies and how this research may be used to improve students’ reading comprehension. In each chapter, the author combines theory, personal experience, and practical teaching activities to scaffold the learner’s experience.

Strategies include ways to activate and build background knowledge, to elaborate on textual details, to make inferences, to develop mental models of non-fiction text, and to make text-to-text connections.

Sample student work illustrates the expected outcomes of each particular technique. Suggestions are included for struggling and advanced readers.

From READING IS SEEING by Jeffrey Wilhelm. Scholastic Inc./Teaching Resources. Copyright © 2004 by Jeffrey Wilhelm. Reprinted by permission.

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Reciprocal Teaching at Work: Strategies for Improving Reading ComprehensionAuthor: Oczkus, Lori D.

AnnotationFeaturing a variety of classroom settings, this resource presents engaging lessons that implement a discussion technique to improve reading comprehension. This technique, reciprocal teaching, is based on teacher modelling, student participation, and four strategies that readers use to comprehend text: predicting, questioning, clarifying, and summarizing.

A detailed description of the four comprehension strategies (applicable to visual, oral, and written text), ideas for leading students in reciprocal teaching, discussions in different social contexts, and appended assessment forms are included in this resource.





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Rescue PupAuthor: Little, Jean

Annotation(CAN) Shakespeare is a seeing-eye puppy. Before he can train with a visually impaired person, Shakespeare must spend six months with a girl who has never learned to love. Tessa comes from an abusive family and is placed in a foster home. Everyone in the home, except Tessa, loves Shakespeare. Shakespeare does his best to teach Tessa how to love, but it comes at a cost.

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Publisher/DistributorOrca Book PublishersPO Box 5626, Stn BVANCOUVER BC V8R 6S4(800) 210-5277(250) 380-1229Fax: (877) 408-1551Email: [email protected] Website: www.orcabook.com




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PublisherSecond Story Press




Sandy’s Incredible Shrinking FootprintAuthors: Handy, Femida and Carpenter, CaroleIllustrator: Steele-Card, Adrianna

Annotation(CAN) Sandy loves to visit her grandpa’s house by the beach where she and her dog, Pepper, play in the sand. One day, Sandy’s walk to the beach is ruined because the sand is littered with garbage. Sandy wonders who would do this to a beautiful place. She then meets the “Garbage Lady” who keeps the beach clean by recycling materials that she has found. The “Garbage Lady” teaches Sandy that by recycling and reusing items, she is shrinking her footprint.

At the back of the book are 12 suggestions for shrinking our footprints.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Grades 1 to 3 levels and the social studies curricula at the Elementary Level.


Shin-chi’s CanoeAuthor: Campbell, Nicola I.Illustrator: LaFave, Kim

Annotation(CAN, FNMI) Arriving at school, Shi-shi-etko reminds Shin-chi that they can only use their English names and cannot speak to each other. Shin-chi’s life becomes an endless cycle of church, mass, school, work, and skimpy meals. His father sends him a gift, a cedar canoe. The river provides solace for Shin-chi as he dreams of the day when the sock-eye salmon return to the river and he can go back home. Campbell provides young children the opportunity to explore the issue of First Nations children sent to residential schools.

Teachers will need to provide a historical context about residential schools and the impact on First Nations people.

Due to the sensitivity of the topic being discussed in the text, teachers should send a letter home indicating that students will be examining the issue of residential schools in the classroom.

The book was a finalist for the 2008 Governor-General’s Literary award for Children’s Literature – illustration.


PublisherGroundwood Books




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PublisherGroundwood Books




Producer for DVDMonkey Ink Media




Shi-shi-etkoAuthor: Campbell, Nicola I.Illustrator: LaFave, Kim

Annotation(CAN, FNMI) In four days, Shi-shi-etko leaves for residential school. Before she leaves, Shi-shi-etko’s mother, father, and grandmother share teachings they want her to remember. Shi-shi-etko learns to treasure the world that surrounds her. Her grandmother gives Shi-shi-etko a small bag made from deer hide and sinew. She tells Shi-shi-etko that the bag is to store memories. Shi-shi-etko carefully collects berries, roots, and flowers for her bag of memories. When the truck arrives to pick up Shi-shi-etko, she goes to a giant fir tree, offers tobacco, and tucks the memory bag inside its roots.

Teachers will need to provide a historical context about residential schools and the impact on First Nations people.

Due to the sensitivity of the topic being discussed in the text, teachers should send a letter home indicating that students will be examining the issue of residential schools in the classroom.

This book was selected as co-winner for the 2006 Aboriginal Children’s Book of the Year, Ânskohk Aboriginal Literary Festival.

The video program is an adaptation of the book. The program won the 2009 Best Short Drama, Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival and the Best Canadian Short Drama, ImagineNATIVE 2009.

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Sketches from a Spy TreeAuthor: Zimmer, Tracie VaughnIllustrator: Glass, Andrew

AnnotationAnne-Marie sits in her favourite tree with her sketch book and watches the world that surrounds her. As she records her observations of the neighbourhood, she thinks about her father who left two years ago. Mike is Anne-Marie’s mother’s partner, and she feels he is trying to take her father’s place in the home. Her identical twin sister, Mary Anne, sees things differently.

Anne-Marie takes the reader on a one-year journey as she struggles with the changes taking place within her family. The poems capture Anne-Marie’s feelings as she struggles to accept Mike and her observations of people in the neighbourhood.

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DistributorThomas Allen & Son Limited390 Steelcase Rd EMARKHAM ON L3R 1G2(800) 387-4333Fax: (905) 475-4255Email: [email protected]: www.thomasallen.ca/site/index.aspx




Solomon’s TreeAuthor: Spalding, AndreaIllustrator: Wilson, Janet

Annotation(CAN, FNMI) On the Canadian West Coast, Solomon has developed a special relationship with a large maple tree in his yard. Through the tree, Solomon has learned many things about the life of insects, plants, and animals. After a fierce storm topples the maple, Solomon’s uncle leads him through the process of creating a mask which brings to life all of the things that were special to Solomon. Students will appreciate Solomon, his family, and the respect there is for the natural environment.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Elementary Level.

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Publisher/DistributorOrca Book PublishersPO Box 5626, Stn BVANCOUVER BC V8R 6S4(800)210-5277(250) 380-1229Fax: (877) 408-1551Email: [email protected] Website: www.orcabook.com




Stories in SeasonAnnotation(SK, FNMI) This CD-ROM presents four interactive picture books, Alfred’s Summer by Darrell Pelletier, Byron through the Seasons by the Children of La Loche and Friends, Just a Walk by Jordan Wheeler, and Peter’s Moccasins by Jan Truss. It has been produced to work in a Windows or Mac environment. Text and narration may be accessed in English, French, Cree, Dakota, Dene, or Saulteaux. As well, selected illustrations link to definitions or descriptions of objects or activities related to the story.

The teacher’s guide may be viewed or printed.

The CD-ROM was distributed free of charge to each Elementary Level school in Saskatchewan.

Note: This resource has also been recommended to support the science curriculum at the Grade 1 level and the social studies curriculum at the Elementary Level.

Suggested UsesEnvironmental and Technological ContextPersonal and Philosophical Context

PublisherPebble Beach Interactive

DistributorCurriculum Distribution ServiceSaskatchewan Ministry of EducationRegina Centre Crossing128 - 1621 Albert StREGINA SK S4P 2S5(306) 787-5987Fax: (306) 787-9747Email: [email protected]

Price: $10.00Order Number: 9974


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Timmerman Was HereAuthor: Sydor, ColleenIllustrator: Debon, Nicolas

Annotation(CAN) Told in the first person, a young girl resents the man who now occupies her grandfather’s vacant room. Timmerman is mysterious, and many rumours are spreading at school about him. As the weeks pass by, the young girl has difficulty finding fault with Timmerman. He is quiet, polite, and fixes things around the house.

The rumours about Timmerman continue, especially when he is seen late at night wandering the streets with a shovel and sack. The young girl defends Timmerman, but she too starts to have her doubts about his activities.

Timmerman disappears one night and leaves the young girl to wonder and worry about him. In spring, Timmerman’s nighttime wanderings are revealed.

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PublisherTundra Books

DistributorRandom House of Canada Limited2775 Matheson Blvd EMISSISSAUGA ON L4W 4P7(888) 523-9292(905) 624-0672Fax: (888) 562-9924Email: [email protected]: www.randomhouse.ca



Used with permission Tundra Books.


Up and Down the Andes: A Peruvian Festival TaleAuthor: Krebs, LaurieIllustrator: Fronty, Aurélia

AnnotationStudents will travel the Andes Mountains from Lake Titicaca to Cusco for the Inti Raymi (the Festival of the Sun). Along the way, students will observe the modes of transportation used to arrive at Cusco. Once at the central square at Cusco, people change into their costumes to await the arrival of the Sun King.

The author provides background information on Inti Raymi, other Peruvian festivals, Machu Picchu, and the Andes Mountains. Also included are brief timelines of the history and peoples of Peru, as well as a short “Did You Know?” section.


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PublisherBarefoot Books, Incorporated

DistributorFire the Imagination21 Suffolk St WGUELPH ON N1H 2H9(888) 780-0864Fax: (888) 780-0864Email: [email protected]: www.firetheimagination.ca



From UP AND DOWN THE ANDES: A PERUVIAN FESTIVAL TALE by Laurie Krebs and Aurélia, Fronty, illus. Barefoot Books, Incorporated. Copyright © 2006 by Laurie Krebs. Reprinted by permission.


What Should I Read Aloud?: A Guide to 200 Best-selling Picture BooksAuthor: Anderson, Nancy A.

AnnotationIn the first two chapters of the book, Anderson describes how to share books with young children and support their developing literacy. In subsequent chapters, she organizes literature by suggested age levels and by theme or topic. The final chapter supplements best-selling literature with multicultural literature, non-fiction, magazines, and websites. The book includes a table of contents, a glossary, a name and title index, and a subject index.

Note: The websites mentioned in the book have not been evaluated by the Ministry of Education.

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Who’s That Man?Author: Duncan-Cary, MarnyIllustrator: Mansbridge, Megan

Annotation(SK) World War II separated men from their families. Sometimes young children would meet their fathers for the first time when the fathers returned home from war. Duncan-Cary explores how a young boy feels when his father returns home from war, and the two meet for the first time. He wonders if his father will love him. His father also has the same concerns as he meets his young son for the first time.

Based on her father’s experience, Duncan-Cary complements the text with personal photographs. A DVD is included with the author narrating the story and singing the song.



Publisher/DistributorYour Nickel’s Worth Publishing74 Academy Park RdREGINA SK S4S 4T7(306) 564-4957Fax: (306) 569-7467Email: [email protected]: www.yournickelsworth.com



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Yeny and the Children for PeaceAuthor: Mulder, Michelle

AnnotationYeny and her family escape the violence in their Colombian mountain village to live in the city. Violence, however, also prevails in the city – her uncle is kidnapped, and she faces a bully at school. Yeny’s friends support her by organizing a peace carnival. As the peace carnival gathers momentum, the children decide to hold a national vote for peace.

The story is based on a true event. On October 25, 1996, millions of Colombian children held a vote that resulted in one full day with no bombs, shootings, or kidnappings. Since 1996, the Colombian Children’s Movement for Peace has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.

The book includes a table of contents, photographs, and a glossary. Brief background information on Colombia’s political system will need to be provided to students.



Grade 3 Context and Unit GridThe titles in this section are examples of suitable learning resources to support particular English language arts units for Grade 3. Please note that the following abbreviations are used for the Major Integrated Resources: Collections 3 (COL), Cornerstones 3 (CS), and Nelson Literacy 3 (NL).

Possible Unit Topics and Themes

All about Me (Personal Focus) All Together (Personal Focus) Keepsakes and Treasures (Remembering Special People) Spreading My Wings Making Choices My Responsibilities (Personal and Philosophical Context)

Kids Canada (Social Studies Focus)Beginnings (Social Studies Focus) Hand in Hand (Helping Others) Carving New Frontiers Early Settlers Urban and Rural Communities Communities around the World Helping Others My Responsibilities Beginnings Special People (Social, Cultural, and Historical Context)

Just Stories (Genre Study) Tales – Princesses, Peas, and Enchanted Trees Just the Facts (Genre Study) Good Books, Good Times! Silly Stories Tales from Other Times and Places Stories from around the World (Imaginative and Literary Context)

Keepsakes and Treasures (Using Language to Explore, Express, and Reflect) Media Mix (Examining Various Media) Good Books, Good Times! (Analyzing Poems, Stories, and Folktales) Magazines for Children (Communicative Context)

It’s Alive (Science Focus) Energy (Science Focus) Look and Discover (Learning about Plants) Engineer It! (Building and Testing a Model) Beneath the Surface Super Senses! Plants Forces Causing Movement Plant Growth and Changes Exploring Soils Materials and Structures (Environmental and Technological Context)

Major Integrated Resources

All about Me (CS a-i) All Together (CS b-i) Keepsakes and Treasures (Remembering Special People) (NLA i) Spreading My Wings (COL i) My Story (NL)

Kids Canada (CS a-iii) Beginnings (CS b-iii) Hand in Hand (Helping Others) (NLA iv) Carving New Frontiers (COL v) Early Settlers (NL) Urban and Rural Communities (NL)

Just Stories (CS a-iv) Tales – Princesses, Peas, and Enchanted Trees (COL ii) Just the Facts (Genre Study)(CS b-iv) Good Books, Good Times! (NLA vi) Silly Stories (NL)

Keepsakes and Treasures (Using Language to Explore, Express, and Reflect) (NLA i) Media Mix (Examining Various Media) (NLA iii) Good Books, Good Times! (Analyzing Poems, Stories, and Folktales)(NLA vi)

It’s Alive (CS a-ii) Energy (CS b-ii) Look and Discover (Learning about Plants)(NLA ii) Engineer It! (Building and Testing a Model) (NLA v)Beneath the Surface (CS iii) Super Senses! (CS iv) Plants (NL) Forces Causing Movement (NL)



All about Me (Personal Focus) All Together (Personal Focus) Keepsakes and Treasures (Remembering Special People) Spreading My Wings

Kids Canada (Social Studies Focus)Beginnings (Social Studies Focus) Hand in Hand (Helping Others) Carving New Frontiers Early Settlers Urban and Rural Communities

Just Stories (Genre Study) Tales – Princesses, Peas, and Enchanted Trees Just the Facts (Genre Study) Good Books, Good Times! Silly Stories

Keepsakes and Treasures (Using Language to Explore, Express, and Reflect) Media Mix (Examining Various Media) Good Books, Good Times! (Analyzing Poems, Stories, and Folktales)

It’s Alive (Science Focus) Energy (Science Focus) Look and Discover (Learning about Plants) Engineer It! (Building and Testing a Model) Beneath the Surface Super Senses! Plants Forces Causing Movement

Literary Texts Crow Call (ROVER)The Giving Tree: A Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story about Giving and Receiving/ Laarbr Kawmaekit: Aaen kittwam achimook Aaen histwayr chi maykik pi aThe Hockey TreeListen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of TeaNo!Proud as a Peacock, Brave as a LionRescue Pup

EnoughThe Firekeeper’s SonThe Giving Tree: A Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story about Giving and Receiving/ Laarbr Kawmaekit: Aaen kittwam achimook Aaen histwayr chi maykik pi aA Journey through the Circle of LifeKamishibai ManLet’s Eat: What Children Eat around the World The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq. 1st ed.Our World of Water: Children and Water around the WorldOut of the DeepsPapa, Do You Love Me?Proud as a Peacock, Brave as a LionShin-chi’s CanoeShi-shi-etkoSketches from a Spy TreeUp and Down the Andes: A Peruvian Festival TaleWho’s That Man?

The Bear’s Long Tail: A Tale RetoldThe Nexus Ring

The Firekeeper’s SonNo!

A Journey through the Circle of LifeOn Meadowview StreetSandy’s Incredible Shrinking FootprintSolomon’s Tree



All about Me (Personal Focus) All Together (Personal Focus) Keepsakes and Treasures (Remembering Special People) Spreading My Wings

Kids Canada (Social Studies Focus)Beginnings (Social Studies Focus) Hand in Hand (Helping Others) Carving New Frontiers Early Settlers Urban and Rural Communities

Just Stories (Genre Study) Tales – Princesses, Peas, and Enchanted Trees Just the Facts (Genre Study) Good Books, Good Times! Silly Stories

Keepsakes and Treasures (Using Language to Explore, Express, and Reflect) Media Mix (Examining Various Media) Good Books, Good Times! (Analyzing Poems, Stories, and Folktales)

It’s Alive (Science Focus) Energy (Science Focus) Look and Discover (Learning about Plants) Engineer It! (Building and Testing a Model) Beneath the Surface Super Senses! Plants Forces Causing Movement

Informational Text

Children’s Classics

Poetry Falling Down the Page: A Book of List Poems

Alligator PieA Kick in the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic Forms

Folktales

Traditional Narratives

Photographs and Other Visuals

DVDs Crow Call (ROVER)Hannah’s Story (ROVER)I Hate English!

The Firekeeper’s Son Shi-shi-etko (ROVER)

African Rhythms: Animated Stories for ChildrenThe Apple-pip Princess (ROVER)Honey ... Honey ... Lion! (ROVER)The Lion and the Mouse (ROVER)Mabela the Clever (ROVER)Raven Tales: How Raven Stole the Sun (ROVER)

“Dude, Listen to This!”: Engaging Boy Writers (ROVER)The Firekeeper’s SonHannah’s Story (ROVER)

The Curious Garden (ROVER)Our Mother Earth (ROVER)

CD-ROMs Stories in Season

Human Resources (e.g., guest speaker)

Elders or traditional knowledge keepers

Elders or traditional knowledge keepers

Internet


Digital ResourcesThe Ministry of Education is also planning to post recommended websites on its new website, Saskatchewan Curriculum – Education: The Future within Us.

Current Internet sites that provide information for English language arts teachers follow:

Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) at www.ascd.org(CORE) ASCD is “dedicated to quality teaching, learning, and leadership”. The organization publishes resources on all aspects of education including English language arts. The Language, Literacy, and Literature Network provides teachers with a forum to share information. The periodical Educational Leadership includes articles for English language arts teachers.

Canadian Council of Teachers of English Language Arts (CCTELA) at www.cctela.ca/(CORE, CAN) This national organization of affiliates from across Canada is dedicated to the teaching and learning of English language arts in Canada. It publishes English Quarterly and the CCTELA News Update.

Canadian Language and Literacy Research Network at www.cllrnet.ca(CORE, CAN) The Canadian Language and Literacy Research Network consists of Canada’s leading researchers. They work together to discover evidence-based ways to assist children with developing language and literacy skills.

InfoTrac Literature Resource Centre Database at www.education.gov.sk.ca/Databases-for-schools(CORE, SK) This database contains full-text journal articles, literary criticism, reviews, and biographical information on over 130,000 writers from all disciplines and time periods.

International Federation for the Teaching of English (IFTE) at www.ifte.net/(CORE) IFTE’s mission is to promote the work and voices of English and literacy teachers through its member associations and in the world of English teaching generally. It works through conferences, links with associations with similar aims, electronic and other forms of publication, and both formal and informal networks of English and literary professionals.

International Reading Association (IRA) at www.reading.org/(CORE) IRA is an association of professionals who are committed to literacy. It publishes the journals The Reading Teacher, Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, and Reading Research Quarterly.

National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) at www.ncte.org/(CORE) NCTE promotes teaching, research, and student achievement in English language arts. It publishes the journals Language Arts and English Journal.

NoveList and NoveList K-8 Databases at www.education.gov.sk.ca/Databases-for-schools(CORE) These databases are fiction guides for all ages and level of readers. They include titles in series, subject access to fiction, full-text book reviews, recommended lists, annotations, and summaries.

http://www.ascd.org

http://www.cctela.ca/

http://www.cllrnet.ca

http://www.education.gov.sk.ca/Databases-for-schools

http://www.ifte.net/

http://www.reading.org/

http://www.ncte.org/

http://www.education.gov.sk.ca/Databases-for-schools


Saskatchewan Teachers of English Language Arts (STELA) at www.stela.ca/(CORE, SK) STELA is a special subject council of the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) for English language arts educators. The aim of the association is to provide a community for English language arts educators through professional development, in-service training, and pre-service teacher education. The organization publishes On the Horizon and the Inter.STELA Newsletter.

Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild (SWG) at www.skwriter.com/(CORE, SK) SWG is an organization that promotes Saskatchewan writers. The Guild’s mission is to improve the status of the writer in Saskatchewan. The Guild offers conferences and writers’ retreats, and publishes the members’ newsletter, entitled freeLance, and a publication of literature written by Saskatchewan high school students, entitled windScript.

http://www.stela.ca/

http://www.skwriter.com/

Documents

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