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Death note

Ohba, Tsugumi.


Translated from the Japanese. Translators and adaptors vary between volumes. Each volume contains two original volumes. Read from right to left. Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects--and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami (death god). Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. Will Light's noble goal succeed, or will the Death Note turn him into the very thing he fights against?
Date Published:2010

Translated from the Japanese. Translators and adaptors vary between volumes. Each volume contains two original volumes. Read from right to left. Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects--and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami (death god). Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. Will Light's noble goal succeed, or will the Death Note turn him into the very thing he fights against?

Date Published:2010

Old school

Kinney, Jeff


Life was better in the old days. Or was it? That's the question Greg Heffley is asking as his town voluntarily unplugs and goes electronics-free. But modern life has its conveniences, and Greg isn't cut out for an old-fashioned world. With tension building inside and outside the Heffley home, will Greg find a way to survive?
Date Published:2015

Smile

Telgemeier, Raina,


From sixth grade through tenth, Raina copes with a variety of dental problems that affect her appearance and how she feels about herself.
Date Published:2014

Trash revolution : breaking the waste cycle

Fyvie, Erica, 1973-,


The Waste Cycle covers the entire life cycle from beginning to end - and back again - for a truly big-picture look at how things are sourced, made, used and then trashed and/or recycled into new materials. Plastic plates made from pig pee? Drinkable wastewater? Strange (and gross!) but soon-to-be true! Divided into 9 chapters, The Waste Cycle explores the life cycle of a different raw material a kid might typically tote in his or her backpack on any given school day (water, food, clothing, paper, plastics, metals and electronics.) The application of each raw material is presented as a 'recipe,' with each component itemized to reveal the big picture, e.g., what goes into making (and subsequently recycling) a basic cotton T-shirt, a PET plastic water bottle or a cell phone. Two additional chapters explore the ultimate closed loop system setting of space, and the concept of zero waste. Back matter includes glossary, select bibliography and other information resources, and index.
Date Published:2018

The Waste Cycle covers the entire life cycle from beginning to end - and back again - for a truly big-picture look at how things are sourced, made, used and then trashed and/or recycled into new materials. Plastic plates made from pig pee? Drinkable wastewater? Strange (and gross!) but soon-to-be true! Divided into 9 chapters, The Waste Cycle explores the life cycle of a different raw material a kid might typically tote in his or her backpack on any given school day (water, food, clothing, paper, plastics, metals and electronics.) The application of each raw material is presented as a 'recipe,' with each component itemized to reveal the big picture, e.g., what goes into making (and subsequently recycling) a basic cotton T-shirt, a PET plastic water bottle or a cell phone. Two additional chapters explore the ultimate closed loop system setting of space, and the concept of zero waste. Back matter includes glossary, select bibliography and other information resources, and index.

Date Published:2018

Harry Potter and the goblet of fire

Rowling, J. K.


When the Quidditch World Cup is disrupted by Voldemort's rampaging supporters and the terrifying Dark Mark appears against the night sky, it is obvious to Harry Potter that, far from weakening, Voldemort is getting stronger. Back at Hogwarts for the fourth year Harry is astonished to be chosen to represent the school in the Triwizard Tournament. The competition is dangerous, the tasks terrifying, and true courage is no guarantee of survival - especially with the Dark Lord's forces on the rise.
Date Published:2018

When the Quidditch World Cup is disrupted by Voldemort's rampaging supporters and the terrifying Dark Mark appears against the night sky, it is obvious to Harry Potter that, far from weakening, Voldemort is getting stronger. Back at Hogwarts for the fourth year Harry is astonished to be chosen to represent the school in the Triwizard Tournament. The competition is dangerous, the tasks terrifying, and true courage is no guarantee of survival - especially with the Dark Lord's forces on the rise.

Date Published:2018

Amulet. 1, The stonekeeper /

Kibuishi, Kazu, 1978-


After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals. Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves.
Date Published:2008

After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals. Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves.

Date Published:2008

The Baby-sitters club. 1, Kristy's great idea

Telgemeier, Raina


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Cover. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. Baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.
Date Published:2023

"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Cover. Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey are best friends and founding members of The Baby-sitters Club. Whatever comes up -- cranky toddlers, huge dogs, scary neighbors, prank calls -- you can count on them to save the day. Baby-sitting isn't always easy, and neither is dealing with strict parents, new families, fashion emergencies, and mysterious secrets. But no matter what, the BSC have what they need most: friendship.

Date Published:2023

A brief history of the Black Lives Matter movement


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. CBC Kids News contributor Elijah Sandiford digs into the history of the Black Lives Matter movement. Historian and sociologist Afua Cooper describes some critical moments in black history and Vancouver activist Jacob Callender-Prasad talks about his role fighting anti-Black racism.
Date Published:2020

The Hunger Games

Collins, Suzanne


In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
Date Published:2008

In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.

Date Published:2008

Akobi - Kitigan Zibi, Quebec


Akobi is a 9-year-old boy from Kitigan Zibi, Quebec. He is half Anishinaabe and half Mohawk. He is learning all about traditional trapping from his Uncle Paul, and goes out to check the traps along with his Dad and his cousin Katste. One of the traps has caught a beaver, which his uncle will use to make a pelt! Akobi and Katste play some street hockey in the driveway, and then Akobi shows us how he makes smoked moose meat. It's like beef jerky but even better! In Akobi's culture, there is a very special coming of age ceremony - it's a fasting ceremony. Akobi is too young right now, but he tells us about the ceremony and shows us how to make the gifts he will give to the helpers once he's done. They are tobacco ties, because tobacco is a sacred medicine to the Anishinaabe. After meeting his family and giving us a tour of his room, we're off to play a hockey game with Akobi's team - the Maniwaki Mustangs. Akobi plays defense and loves being part of the team! Akobi's special word is "amik" which means "beaver" in the Algonquin Anishinabemowin language.
Date Published:2022

Akobi is a 9-year-old boy from Kitigan Zibi, Quebec. He is half Anishinaabe and half Mohawk. He is learning all about traditional trapping from his Uncle Paul, and goes out to check the traps along with his Dad and his cousin Katste. One of the traps has caught a beaver, which his uncle will use to make a pelt! Akobi and Katste play some street hockey in the driveway, and then Akobi shows us how he makes smoked moose meat. It's like beef jerky but even better! In Akobi's culture, there is a very special coming of age ceremony - it's a fasting ceremony. Akobi is too young right now, but he tells us about the ceremony and shows us how to make the gifts he will give to the helpers once he's done. They are tobacco ties, because tobacco is a sacred medicine to the Anishinaabe. After meeting his family and giving us a tour of his room, we're off to play a hockey game with Akobi's team - the Maniwaki Mustangs. Akobi plays defense and loves being part of the team! Akobi's special word is "amik" which means "beaver" in the Algonquin Anishinabemowin language.

Date Published:2022

Alexciia - Calgary, Alberta


Alexciia is a 9-year-old girl from the Blackfoot Nation. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. Alexciia loves to dance and she demonstrates a jingle dance and a hoop dance. She also shows us how to decorate special hoops for dancing. Alexciia loves to play in the snow with her friend, Izzy, and her brother, Dreyton. Winter is her favourite season!
Date Published:2018

Family celebrations

Rustad, Martha E. H. (Martha Elizabeth Hillman), 1975-


A Capstone Interactive eBook. Celebrate! -- Holidays -- Other celebrations -- Family fun -- Glossary -- Read more -- Internet sites -- Critical thinking questions -- Index. All families celebrate together. Some celebrations have parties. Others have a special treat. But all celebrations have family fun. Find out how families celebrate together.
Date Published:2020

At Vimy Ridge : Canada's greatest World War I victory

Brewster, Hugh


Story of how the Canadian Corps in France struggled up the shell-torn slopes of Vimy Ridge to earn the admiration of the world.
Date Published:2006

Hubots : real-world robots inspired by humans

Becker, Helaine.


Human...or humanoid? -- Splash! (SAFFiR) -- Morph! (Hubo) -- Kick! (NimbRo-OP) -- Ka-pow! (Atlas Unplugged) -- Blast off! (Valkyrie) -- Welcome to the uncanny valley -- Feel! (Pepper) -- Charm! (iCub) -- Sing! (Myon) -- Flex! (Cronos 2) -- Think! (ECCE 3) -- A closer look -- Futurebots round-up. Using increasingly sophisticated levels of artificial intelligence (AI) and embodied intelligence (EI), a new generation of robots is being designed to look, act and even think like humans. Hubots, or human-inspired robots, are expanding the boundaries of what robots can do. Here, ten different real-life hubots are described, highlighting each one's appearance, unique skills and purpose --- from fighting fires on the high seas, to acting as setup crew for space colonies, to providing companionship for the elderly. The book also includes an illustrated graph of the uncanny valley, which shows us what distinguishes a friendly robot from a creepy one, and back matter that provides a closer examination of some of the robots' physical components and looks to the future of these fascinating machines.
Date Published:2018

Human...or humanoid? -- Splash! (SAFFiR) -- Morph! (Hubo) -- Kick! (NimbRo-OP) -- Ka-pow! (Atlas Unplugged) -- Blast off! (Valkyrie) -- Welcome to the uncanny valley -- Feel! (Pepper) -- Charm! (iCub) -- Sing! (Myon) -- Flex! (Cronos 2) -- Think! (ECCE 3) -- A closer look -- Futurebots round-up. Using increasingly sophisticated levels of artificial intelligence (AI) and embodied intelligence (EI), a new generation of robots is being designed to look, act and even think like humans. Hubots, or human-inspired robots, are expanding the boundaries of what robots can do. Here, ten different real-life hubots are described, highlighting each one's appearance, unique skills and purpose --- from fighting fires on the high seas, to acting as setup crew for space colonies, to providing companionship for the elderly. The book also includes an illustrated graph of the uncanny valley, which shows us what distinguishes a friendly robot from a creepy one, and back matter that provides a closer examination of some of the robots' physical components and looks to the future of these fascinating machines.

Date Published:2018

Dear Justyce

Stone, Nic.


Companion novel to: Dear Martin. Incarcerated teen Quan Banks writes letters to Justyce McCallister, with whom he bonded years before over family issues, about his experiences in the American juvenile justice system.
Date Published:2020

Baggage : a novel

Phillips, Wendy, 1959-


Thabo has been abandoned at the airport by the "grandmother" who brought him to Canada. He doesn't know anything about her, but before she left she took his papers. An unassuming teacher, Ms Nelson, has landed with her class after a trip to Japan, and spots Thabo sitting alone in the airport. She, along with her lone student left to be picked up, Brittany, attempt to find anyone who can help Thabo, and he ends up with immigration. But because no one can understand his language, they don't yet know who he is or how he arrived in Canada, his age is undetermined as he looks to be anywhere between a teenager and an adult, and, according to the government, all of this means he poses a danger, and could be deported. Ms Nelson and Brittany, along with her younger sister Leah, Kevin--the boy smitten over Brittany, and the Reverend at the local church, all come together to help garner media attention and raise funds for a lawyer for Thabo as they help teach him English, and attempt to win him the right to stay in Canada permanently. But suddenly, the church is up in flames, and Thabo has disappeared. Can they figure out what happened before it's too late?
Date Published:2019

Thabo has been abandoned at the airport by the "grandmother" who brought him to Canada. He doesn't know anything about her, but before she left she took his papers. An unassuming teacher, Ms Nelson, has landed with her class after a trip to Japan, and spots Thabo sitting alone in the airport. She, along with her lone student left to be picked up, Brittany, attempt to find anyone who can help Thabo, and he ends up with immigration. But because no one can understand his language, they don't yet know who he is or how he arrived in Canada, his age is undetermined as he looks to be anywhere between a teenager and an adult, and, according to the government, all of this means he poses a danger, and could be deported. Ms Nelson and Brittany, along with her younger sister Leah, Kevin--the boy smitten over Brittany, and the Reverend at the local church, all come together to help garner media attention and raise funds for a lawyer for Thabo as they help teach him English, and attempt to win him the right to stay in Canada permanently. But suddenly, the church is up in flames, and Thabo has disappeared. Can they figure out what happened before it's too late?

Date Published:2019

The crossover : graphic novel

Alexander, Kwame,


In this graphic novel adaptation, twelve-year-old twin basketball stars Josh and Jordan wrestle with highs and lows on and off the court as their father ignores his declining health.
Date Published:2019

The marrow thieves

Dimaline, Cherie, 1975-,


In a future world ravaged by global warming, people have lost the ability to dream, and the dreamlessness has led to widespread madness. The only people still able to dream are North America's indigenous population - and it is their marrow that holds the cure for the rest of the world. But getting the marrow - and dreams - means death for the unwilling donors. Driven to flight, a 15-year-old and his companions struggle for survival, attempt to reunite with loved ones, and take refuge from the "recruiters" who seek them out to bring them to the marrow-stealing 'factories.'
Date Published:2017

In a future world ravaged by global warming, people have lost the ability to dream, and the dreamlessness has led to widespread madness. The only people still able to dream are North America's indigenous population - and it is their marrow that holds the cure for the rest of the world. But getting the marrow - and dreams - means death for the unwilling donors. Driven to flight, a 15-year-old and his companions struggle for survival, attempt to reunite with loved ones, and take refuge from the "recruiters" who seek them out to bring them to the marrow-stealing 'factories.'

Date Published:2017

Un jour, je pourrais être pilote!

Culliford, Amy, 1992-


Apprenez tout sur ce que fait un pilote aux cÃ´tÃ©s d'une abeille curieuse.
Date Published:2022

Claiming the Wilderness


From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Episode 3: 1670 to 1755 CE. A small French settlement in New France builds a flourishing society and stakes a claim to a massive continent. New France's populace includes shopkeepers, artisans, farmers and landlords, as well as fur-trading expansionists like Governor Frontenac and his commercial partner, Robert Cavelier de La Salle, who build a network of Indian alliances and extend French trading posts to the Gulf of Mexico. But this fast-paced growth brings New France into ever more bitter conflict with the wealthier and more numerous - but less venturesome - British colonists to the south. The story culminates with the heartrending deportation of more than 10,000 French Catholic Acadians as the struggle to possess North America enters its final, decisive phase.
Date Published:2000

From the Curio.ca streaming audio-visual collection. Episode 3: 1670 to 1755 CE. A small French settlement in New France builds a flourishing society and stakes a claim to a massive continent. New France's populace includes shopkeepers, artisans, farmers and landlords, as well as fur-trading expansionists like Governor Frontenac and his commercial partner, Robert Cavelier de La Salle, who build a network of Indian alliances and extend French trading posts to the Gulf of Mexico. But this fast-paced growth brings New France into ever more bitter conflict with the wealthier and more numerous - but less venturesome - British colonists to the south. The story culminates with the heartrending deportation of more than 10,000 French Catholic Acadians as the struggle to possess North America enters its final, decisive phase.

Date Published:2000