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No matter what kind of bug your young reader wants to learn about, Bugs vs Humans is sure to include a fact or two about it. This book is a collection of short informative pieces … [Click to Read More]
By Peter Heule (Author)
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Gross and Disgusting Things About the Human Body is a collection of short chapters about the things our body does that, while natural, could be considered gross—things like farts, producing mucus, and other wonders of … [Click to Read More]
By Joanna Emery (Author), Roger Garcia (Illustrator)
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- Indigenous Matters
- Indigenous Experiences in Alberta
- English Language Arts
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- Health and Life Skills
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Written by the founder of Mother Earth Essentials (an Indigenous-owned skincare and tea company), Mother Earth Plants for Health & Beauty is a collection of recipes and stories about plants and their various uses. Many … [Click to Read More]
By Carrie Armstrong (Author)
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- Indigenous Matters
- English Language Arts
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- Social Studies
- Indigenous Experiences in Alberta
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Siksikaitsitapi is a collection of seven tales from Blackfoot Elders, authors, and artists, which showcases the strong historical roots of Blackfoot culture and language while celebrating the continued nation members and teachings. With brightly coloured … [Click to Read More]
By Payne Many Guns (Author), Crystal Many Fingers (Author), Sheena Potts (Author), Latasha Calf Robe (Author), Tim Fox (Author), Marlene Yellow Horn (Author), DerRic Starlight (Author)
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The Tree by the Woodpile is the first book in the Spirit of Nature series, and comprises three stories. The first and longest story, “The Tree by the Woodpile,” is about a young Dene boy … [Click to Read More]
By Raymond Yakeleya (Author), Deborah Desmarais (Illustrator)
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Duane Radford shares his outdoor wisdom in the Canadian Outdoor Survival Guide, with sections ranging from fishing techniques to basic wilderness first aid. Despite the specialized focus of this book, the tone and vocabulary are … [Click to Read More]
By Duane S. Radford (Author)
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Plants of the Western Forest is a comprehensive guide to the flora of the forests in Alberta and nearby provinces. Complete with colour photos and line drawings, this in-depth reference resource provides basic information about … [Click to Read More]
By Derek Johnson (Author), Linda Kershaw (Author), Andy MacKinnon (Author), Jim Pojar (Author)
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- English Language Arts
- Science
- Social Studies
- Alberta History
- Biology
- Environmental and Outdoor Education
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With over 350 species of birds included in one illustrated field guide, Birds of Alberta is an authoritative resource that provides useful information without overwhelming young researchers. Entries for each species include some basic information … [Click to Read More]
By Chris Fisher (Author), John Acorn (Author)
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- English Language Arts
- Science
- Social Studies
- Alberta History
- Biology
- Environmental and Outdoor Education
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Alberta Nature Guide is a single resource covering over 400 different species of mammals, birds, fish, and plants that make up the diverse Alberta environment. This reference book is an excellent way to introduce younger … [Click to Read More]
By Krista Kagume (Author), Gregory Kennedy (Author)
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- English Language Arts
- Science
- Fine Arts
- Alberta History
- Rural Experience
- Music
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Based on the song “Government Cowboy” by Alberta-based band The Wardens, Rocky Mountain Rangers: Guardians of the Wild is an exciting adventure through a national park told in rhyming verse. The illustrations produced from hand-carved … [Click to Read More]
By The Wardens (Author), Lia Golemba (Illustrator)