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Rowley Jefferson's awesome friendly spooky stories

Kinney, Jeff,


Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales. Rowley's spooky stories might leave you laughing, but beware--you could end up sleeping with the lights on!
Date Published:2021

Introduction to fresh waters

Howell, Izzi,


This book looks at Earth's fresh water systems with this decodable title introducing key geography standards around rivers, lakes, and other waterways.
Date Published:2025

Salat in secret

Thompkins-Bigelow, Jamilah,


Title proper from title frame. When Muhammad gets a special salat rug on his seventh birthday, he is determined to do all five daily prayers on time. But one salat occurs during the school day--and he's worried about being seen praying at school. His fatherr parks his truck to worship in public places, and people stare at him and mock him. Will the same thing happen to Muhammad?
Date Published:2023

Sort of bumpy


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Togo spills a box of wheels that Dr. Repairo must sort by size before Sparks collapses.
Date Published:2024

The proudest blue : a story of hijab and family

Muhammad, Ibtihaj, 1985-,


Faizah relates how she feels on the first day her sister, sixth-grader Asiya, wears a hijab to school.
Date Published:2019

The give back : Milan Borjan


Soccer goalkeeper and Serbian immigrant Milan Borjan has lived most of his life outside of Canada, but his love for Canada has only grown stronger. His family had fled the Croatian War of Independence and ultimately settled in Hamilton, where they still live.
Date Published:2022

Warm Springs


The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs in Oregon's central plateau comprises the Warm Springs, Wasco and Paiute peoples, who have called this region home since time immemorial. The people have thrived in the high desert's diverse ecosystems, and their way of life is closely intertwined with the Columbia River. Meet Elke and Jefferson, who are reconnecting with their ancestral lands and fighting to have their rights recognized.
Date Published:2024

The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs in Oregon's central plateau comprises the Warm Springs, Wasco and Paiute peoples, who have called this region home since time immemorial. The people have thrived in the high desert's diverse ecosystems, and their way of life is closely intertwined with the Columbia River. Meet Elke and Jefferson, who are reconnecting with their ancestral lands and fighting to have their rights recognized.

Date Published:2024

Bad luck Brad

Herman, Gail


On the last day of school , Brad discovers an important lesson. His chances of getting what he wants may not be based on luck at all, but on estimating and calculating before making choices.
Date Published:2013

Hockey heroes


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Togo sorts the hockey fans by jersey colour.
Date Published:2024

In the mode


When Uncle Norm tells Alanna and Kevin that the local ice cream shop is sold out of their favorite Choco Crunch ice cream, they set off to figure out why Bernie's parlor can't keep it in stock. They learn all about the MODE (the most frequent value) from a local hat vendor. When the day is done, Uncle Norm is "in the mode".
Date Published:2013

An Inward Treasure Born


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Anne is faced with the decision of whether or not to return to school. A fire at the Gillis house and Anne's generous actions help her make a decision.
Date Published:2017

Trudeau delivers official apology for Canada's role in the MS St. Louis


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. The Nazi regime of Adolf Hitler tested the limits of Canada's humanity in the lead up to the Second World War and Canada's government failed that test "miserably," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said. Trudeau made an apology in the House of Commons for the 1939 decision by the Canadian government to turn away a boatload of German Jews seeking refuge from the Nazis. Sol Messinger was one of the passengers on the MS St. Louis. He was just a boy then. And in the end, one of the lucky ones. Messinger told CBC about his memories of that time and why the prime minister's apology matters.
Date Published:2018

From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. The Nazi regime of Adolf Hitler tested the limits of Canada's humanity in the lead up to the Second World War and Canada's government failed that test "miserably," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said. Trudeau made an apology in the House of Commons for the 1939 decision by the Canadian government to turn away a boatload of German Jews seeking refuge from the Nazis. Sol Messinger was one of the passengers on the MS St. Louis. He was just a boy then. And in the end, one of the lucky ones. Messinger told CBC about his memories of that time and why the prime minister's apology matters.

Date Published:2018

Viola Desmond


TVOkids news segment From the TVO streaming audio-visual collection. Rights expire on January 1, 2030. . Host Daniel talks to journalist Nam Kiwanuka about Viola Desmond.
Date Published:2018

Refraction


This video is a captivating journey into the intriguing world of refraction, exploring how light bends and changes direction as it passes through different mediums. From the wonders of prisms to the magic of rainbows, we're about to uncover the fascinating and mesmerizing phenomena that make refraction an essential aspect of our vision and understanding of the physical world. Join us as we delve into the principles of refraction, the science behind lenses, and the ways in which this optical phenomenon shapes our daily experiences.
Date Published:2023

This video is a captivating journey into the intriguing world of refraction, exploring how light bends and changes direction as it passes through different mediums. From the wonders of prisms to the magic of rainbows, we're about to uncover the fascinating and mesmerizing phenomena that make refraction an essential aspect of our vision and understanding of the physical world. Join us as we delve into the principles of refraction, the science behind lenses, and the ways in which this optical phenomenon shapes our daily experiences.

Date Published:2023

What is sound?


We live in a world full of sounds! But how do sounds happen and what kinds of sounds are there? In this Video, we use clear examples and graphics to explore and explain this. You will learn, among other things, why there is no sound in space and how a sonic boom is created! You will also learn about sound waves, hertz and decibels.
Date Published:2025

Sadiq and the Ramadan gift

Nuurali, Siman,


As Ramadan nears, Sadiq and his friends form the Money Makers Club to plan a community fundraiser, an iftar, but when Zaza stops participating Sadiq gets upset with him.
Date Published:2021

Deux sœurs en harmonie : une histoire sur l'humilité

Vermette, Katherena, 1977-,


Traduction de : Singing sisters. Ma’iingan sait qu’elle chante très bien. Une dispute éclate quand sa petite soeur veut chanter, elle aussi.
Date Published:2019

Dr. Leroy Little Bear: “Twitter Bits from Buffalo Treaty”


Dr. Leroy Little Bear is one of Canada’s most renowned Indigenous academics and is the founding Director of Harvard University’s native American Program. In this program, he discusses the Buffalo Treaty, a historic cooperation treaty signed among 10 First Nations and tribes in Banff in link with the return of the bison in Banff National Park, an important cultural and historic event.
Date Published:2016

Our Nationhood


Quebec Centre. In Our Nationhood , Abenaki filmmaker and artist Alanis Obomsawin chronicles the determination and tenacity of the Listuguj Mi’kmaq people to use and manage the natural resources of their traditional lands. Our Nationhood provides a contemporary perspective on the Mi’kmaq people's ongoing struggle and ultimate success, culminating in the community receiving an award for Best Managed River from the same government that had denied their traditional rights.
Date Published:2003

Quebec Centre. In Our Nationhood , Abenaki filmmaker and artist Alanis Obomsawin chronicles the determination and tenacity of the Listuguj Mi’kmaq people to use and manage the natural resources of their traditional lands. Our Nationhood provides a contemporary perspective on the Mi’kmaq people's ongoing struggle and ultimate success, culminating in the community receiving an award for Best Managed River from the same government that had denied their traditional rights.

Date Published:2003

Screamers

Sutherland, Joel A., 1980-,


Sai, Jason, and Aaliyah can’t believe their luck when they win a chance to appear on the next episode of the hit TV show Screamers. Zoë Winter, the show’s star, is just as excited to spend time with regular kids her own age. When the creepy set, an abandoned amusement park called Pennyland, turns out to be haunted by an evil clown, the four friends must work together to put on the performance of their lives . . . for their lives.
Date Published:2021

Sai, Jason, and Aaliyah can’t believe their luck when they win a chance to appear on the next episode of the hit TV show Screamers. Zoë Winter, the show’s star, is just as excited to spend time with regular kids her own age. When the creepy set, an abandoned amusement park called Pennyland, turns out to be haunted by an evil clown, the four friends must work together to put on the performance of their lives . . . for their lives.

Date Published:2021