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100 deadliest things on the planet

Claybourne, Anna



Date Published:2012

Nebulae


A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust in space, sometimes hundreds of light-years in size. What does a nebula look like? Which nebula is closest to us? And why do they have such bright colours? These questions will all be answered in this film. Finally, we'll look into what happens when a star is born and when it finally dies.
Date Published:2022

Dance, dance, dance


Ping and Pong and the sheep are having a dance party, but Mr. Prickles doesn't know how he can fit in.
Date Published:2018

Canada all year

Gürth, Per-Henrik


Maps on lining pages. A cross-Canada tour with a different Canadian activity for each season.
Date Published:2011

Daytime nighttime

Low, William.


Introduces animals ranging from butterflies and rabbits to fireflies and frogs, as they make their way in warm sunlight or the cool glow of the moon.
Date Published:2014

China

Armentrout, David, 1962-


Includes index.
Date Published:2004

Fitzhenry and Whiteside book of Canadian facts and dates


Previous ed. published as: The Fitzhenry & Whiteside book of Canadian facts and dates / Jay Myers Rev. and updated / by Larry Hoffman, Fraser Sutherland.
Date Published:2005

Sulwe

Nyong'o, Lupita


When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade.
Date Published:2018

I am enough

Byers, Grace,


Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another.
Date Published:2018

Giraffe problems

John, Jory,,


A giraffe struggles to feel comfortable with his long neck.
Date Published:2019

We're all wonders

Palacio, R. J.


Augie enjoys the company of his dog, Daisy, and using his imagination, but painfully endures the taunts of his peers because of his facial deformity.
Date Published:2017

Vlad, the fabulous vampire

Drago, Flavia Z.,


Vlad is a vampire with the misfortune of having rosy cheeks that--gasp!--make him look abysmally alive. But being the fabulous vampire that he is (and hoping to avoid rejection), he hides his rosy complexion behind elaborate vampire outfits in traditional black. That is, until he finds out that his best friend has a pink secret of her own.
Date Published:2023

Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws. 2, The voyageurs /

Solomon, Chad.


"Based on the Seven Grandfathers." Rabbit and Bear Paws is set in 18th century colonized North America. We follow the story of two mischievous Ojibwa brothers as they play pranks and have amazing adventures using a traditional Ojibwa medicine that transforms them into animals for a short time. Looking for excitement and adventure, Rabbit and Bear Paws decide to help the voyageurs to take their furs from Lake of the Woods to Montreal and experience all the trials and tribulations of what life is like as a voyageur. Our young heroes face the life of a voyageur with bravery, as they are confronted by thieves and dangers around every river bend.
Date Published:2008

"Based on the Seven Grandfathers." Rabbit and Bear Paws is set in 18th century colonized North America. We follow the story of two mischievous Ojibwa brothers as they play pranks and have amazing adventures using a traditional Ojibwa medicine that transforms them into animals for a short time. Looking for excitement and adventure, Rabbit and Bear Paws decide to help the voyageurs to take their furs from Lake of the Woods to Montreal and experience all the trials and tribulations of what life is like as a voyageur. Our young heroes face the life of a voyageur with bravery, as they are confronted by thieves and dangers around every river bend.

Date Published:2008

Maxx Comedy

Korman, Gordon


Eleven-year-old Max Carmody has wanted to be a stand-up comedian since he was five, so when a contest is held to find the "world's funniest kid," he goes through all kinds of craziness to win.
Date Published:2003

Batteries and bulbs

Twiddy, Robin,


Includes index. Batteries -- Why we use batteries -- How batteries work -- Rechargable batteries -- Things that use batteries -- Light bulbs -- How light bulbs work -- Different types of light bulbs -- Things that use light bulbs. Batteries and bulbs are found in many household devices, such as radios, lamps, portable video games, and other everyday objects. How do they work? This age-appropriate and accessible main text helps readers to develop a deeper understanding of the science of batteries and bulbs. These STEM concepts are presented to readers in a way that encourages their interest in common science curriculum topics. Eye-catching, full-color photographs, informative fact boxes, and detailed diagrams work together to appeal to those who are inquisitive about how the objects work in the world around them.
Date Published:2019

Includes index. Batteries -- Why we use batteries -- How batteries work -- Rechargable batteries -- Things that use batteries -- Light bulbs -- How light bulbs work -- Different types of light bulbs -- Things that use light bulbs. Batteries and bulbs are found in many household devices, such as radios, lamps, portable video games, and other everyday objects. How do they work? This age-appropriate and accessible main text helps readers to develop a deeper understanding of the science of batteries and bulbs. These STEM concepts are presented to readers in a way that encourages their interest in common science curriculum topics. Eye-catching, full-color photographs, informative fact boxes, and detailed diagrams work together to appeal to those who are inquisitive about how the objects work in the world around them.

Date Published:2019

Electricity : what makes stuff work?

Kington, Emily, 1961-,


Includes index. "Looking at electrical circuits, conductors, batteries, insulators and more. The sometimes, accident-prone Stickmen, add humour to the easy-to-read format, making science enjoyable and fun to learn."--Publisher.
Date Published:2020

Super agent Jon Le Bon! 7, The ultimate symbol /

A., Alex, 1987-


Translation of: L?ultime symbole absolu. Canadian author. While Billy is in the middle of planning his wedding, Theodore goes missing and Big Beaver comes back with a new evil plan. Will Jon be able to save the world from destruction?
Date Published:2017

Math appeal

Tang, Greg.


Rhyming anecdotes present opportunities for simple math activities and hints for solving.
Date Published:2021

The amazing fact and puzzle book

O'Hare, Jeffrey A.


Includes index. Provides trivia and puzzles on a wide variety of topics, including pollution, great discoveries, and the Olympics.
Date Published:2010

Can you see what I see? : toyland express

Wick, Walter, 1953-


In this search-and-find story, children read the simple text and use the picture clues to search twelve photos for 100 hidden objects!
Date Published:2011