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What is a core resource?
Core Resources
A core resource is a foundational or key resource that complements a curriculum in an especially effective way. It may be a comprehensive resource that broadly addresses several of the student learning outcomes (e.g., a major integrated resource, series, textbook), an in-depth student resource that addresses at least one student learning outcome or a professional resource for educators.
R048709
Adolescent Literacy: Turning Promise Into Practice
Adolescent Literacy provides opportunities for educators to engage in conversations about literacy practices. The book offers a collection of essays that address issues such as English as an additional language learners, technology in the classroom, writing instruction and young adult literature. Each chapter builds on the previous to create a unified storyline for administrators and educators to envision literacy instruction for adolescents.
The resource contains a table of contents, references, trade resources, appendices and an index.
The resource contains a table of contents, references, trade resources, appendices and an index.
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Book
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$53.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R048754
Best Practices in Adolescent Literacy Instruction(2nd ed.)
This collection of articles addresses literacy instruction and provides research-based recommendations for practice. Educators will be equipped with tools to scaffold young adults' development of self-regulated reading, writing and other communication methods.
The resource is divided into four parts: valuing adolescence, developing literacy strategies, developing disciplinary literacies and addressing program and policy issues.
Digital literacies, using multiple texts to enhance content areas, interventions for older youth struggling with reading and English as an additional language learners are a few of the topics addressed in the text. Each article can be read on its own or in sequential order.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
The resource is divided into four parts: valuing adolescence, developing literacy strategies, developing disciplinary literacies and addressing program and policy issues.
Digital literacies, using multiple texts to enhance content areas, interventions for older youth struggling with reading and English as an additional language learners are a few of the topics addressed in the text. Each article can be read on its own or in sequential order.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
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Book
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$49.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053323
Classroom Assessment: Principles and Practice for Effective Standards-Based Instruction(1st Canadian ed.)
Assessment is an important aspect of education. This book provides teachers with the knowledge to incorporate high-quality assessment and evaluation into the classroom. Teachers will understand the purpose of classroom assessment and evaluation, the types of learning targets, and which type of assessment and evaluation is most appropriate for the various learning targets. The author presents the integration of assessment and evaluation with instruction before, during, and after an unit. Grading and reporting student performance are also covered.
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Book
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$95.00
Record posted/updated:
June 5, 2018
R052108
Classroom Strategies for Interactive Learning(4th ed.)
Doug Buehl provides a variety of literacy development strategies that stress effective learning across the curriculum. There are 41 user-friendly literacy skill-building strategies that may be unfamiliar to those outside the reading field. Each can be easily adapted to a variety of student ability levels. The strategies can be used at the middle level and at the secondary level.
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Book
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$32.95 US
Record posted/updated:
June 5, 2018
R054517
Comprehension and Collaboration: Inquiry Circles for Curiosity, Engagement, and Understanding(Revised ed.)
Inquiry circles provide a structure that supports students in building knowledge that matters in their lives. The authors suggest fundamental classroom conditions that are needed for active, small-group learning. Lessons in comprehension, collaboration and research are provided. The authors provide how-to instructions for four models of small-group inquiries: mini-inquiries, curricular inquiries, literature circle inquiries and open inquiries. Assessment and evaluation strategies are also provided.
The book includes a table of contents, references and an index.
The book includes a table of contents, references and an index.
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Book
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Inquiry
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$49.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070950
Content Area Reading and Literacy: Succeeding in Today's Diverse Classrooms(8th ed.)
Using a student-centred approach to teaching literacy, this resource explores methods of understanding and teaching content reading to middle and secondary level students. Inclusive of students from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, the resource details effective reading strategies, assessment and evaluation techniques, the role of prior knowledge, literate thinking and creating a favourable learning climate. It includes methods for integrating technology and writing strategies and presents a holistic perspective regarding literacy instruction.
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$110.40
Record posted/updated:
April 2, 2019
R026531
Crossroads 9. Student Edition
The student anthology is organized into six main units: Personal Focus, Science and Technology, Media Perspectives, Issues and two genre units - Short Stories and Essays. Each unit features a unit-at-a-glance page that identifies key learning outcomes and provides end-of-unit reflection activities that form the basis for formative assessment and evaluation. There are crosscurricular links throughout.
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Crossroads 9. Teacher's Guide (Western Edition)
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Book
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$74.50
Record posted/updated:
November 1, 2019
R050648
Deeper Reading: Comprehending Challenging Texts, 4-12
This resource is for teachers who want to move students beyond surface-level comprehension of challenging texts. Some of the strategies that Gallagher employs are: accepting the challenge of reading difficult texts, monitoring student comprehension as they read, using meaningful collaboration to achieve deeper comprehension and using critical thinking skills to analyze real-world issues.
Gallagher has structured the resource to examine key reading issues and to present effective strategies that teachers can use to move their students to deeper comprehension levels.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
Gallagher has structured the resource to examine key reading issues and to present effective strategies that teachers can use to move their students to deeper comprehension levels.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
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Book
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$30.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R037537
Do I Really Have to Teach Reading?: Content Comprehension, Grades 6-12
This book is for teachers who want to improve their students' reading comprehension in the content areas for Grades 6-12. Tovani demonstrates in detail several strategies that can effectively increase student comprehension. This resource provides support to teachers who do not feel comfortable teaching the reading strand. Do I Really Have to Teach Reading? is a useful book that gives examples of teaching reading in the content areas and offers advice on how to balance instruction and content. This book has the potential to help students become better readers and lifelong learners.
Included are a table of contents and an appendix of sample activities.
Included are a table of contents and an appendix of sample activities.
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Book
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$30.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R035837
Endless Possibilities. Teacher Instruction and Assessment Design Handbook
The teacher handbook contains four main sections that include suggestions for unit planning, assessment and evaluation strategies, and sample units. Also included in the teacher resource are rubric templates, graphic organizers, goal-setting sheets, story maps and self-assessment samples.
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Book
Document
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$158.95
Record posted/updated:
September 12, 2017
R070952
Engaging Readers & Writers with Inquiry: Promoting Deep Understandings in Language Arts and Content Areas with Guiding Questions
Through the use of research and classroom experience, Wilhelm demonstrates that inquiry is easy to teach. 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 every content area, sample lessons and activities that deepen thinking about topics and prepare students for more meaningful reading and writing experiences.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
Included in the book are examples of guiding questions for every content area, sample lessons and activities that deepen thinking about topics and prepare students for more meaningful reading and writing experiences.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
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Book
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Inquiry
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$26.99
Record posted/updated:
January 16, 2025
R070686
English Language Arts 9. Additional Learning Resources (2009) Updated 2012
This list of additional learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended by the Ministry of Education to support the curriculum, English Language Arts 9. A list of core learning resources can also be found on the Ministry of Education website.
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Download
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R070944
English Language Arts 9. Core Learning Resources (2008) Updated 2011
This list of core learning resources identifies high-quality resources that have been recommended by the Ministry of Education to support the curriculum, English Language Arts 9. A list of additional learning resources can also be found on the Ministry of Education website.
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Download
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R070926
InfoTrac Literature Resource Center Database
This database contains full-text journal articles, literary criticism, reviews, biographical information and overviews on over 130,000 writers from all disciplines and time periods.
Links :
Click here
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Website
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R070955
Interface
This integrated resource supports the English language arts curriculum at the Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 levels. The variety of text selections allow for student engagement in the six strands.
Students will develop their critical inquiry skills. Using the six strands, students will become "knowledge builders" rather than recipients of other points of view. Suggested activities will foster collaboration and assist students to become active participants in the 21st century.
The teacher resource contains strategies to engage the adolescent learner. Suggestions are included to differentiate instruction, how to plan with the end in mind and how to create an inquiry classroom. Assessment ideas are also included. Additional materials are available online.
Students will develop their critical inquiry skills. Using the six strands, students will become "knowledge builders" rather than recipients of other points of view. Suggested activities will foster collaboration and assist students to become active participants in the 21st century.
The teacher resource contains strategies to engage the adolescent learner. Suggestions are included to differentiate instruction, how to plan with the end in mind and how to create an inquiry classroom. Assessment ideas are also included. Additional materials are available online.
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Interface V1.1. Student Text
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Interface V1.1. Teacher's Resource CD-ROM
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Interface V2.1. Student Text
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Interface V2.1. Teacher's Resource CD-ROM
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Interface V2.2. Student Text
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Interface V2.2. Teacher's Resource CD-ROM
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Book
Website
Other
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070919
International Federation for the Teaching of English (IFTE)
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.
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Website
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Website
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Free
Record posted/updated:
April 2, 2019
R050675
Literacy Instruction for Adolescents: Research-Based Practice
As an introduction and to set the context for the articles in the text, the editors have included three dimensions for reflection: health literacy to influence students' development of personal health and well-being; multiliteracy experiences where a student is engaged in learning through the activation, coordination, and utilization of multimodal processes and commercial literacy where commercial programs are used in the classroom and the energy required by educators to shape the programs to meet the instructional needs of students.
The first section of the text provides articles on literacy and the adolescent learner. The second half of the text contains articles about teaching the adolescent learner through research-based instructional practices. Using picture books with older learners, considering adolescent boys' and girls' literacy needs, using popular culture and assessing adolescent literacy are a few of the topics of the articles.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
The first section of the text provides articles on literacy and the adolescent learner. The second half of the text contains articles about teaching the adolescent learner through research-based instructional practices. Using picture books with older learners, considering adolescent boys' and girls' literacy needs, using popular culture and assessing adolescent literacy are a few of the topics of the articles.
The resource includes a table of contents and an index.
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Book
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$76.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R103118
Live Ink 9-10
This integrated resource supports the English language arts curriculum at both the Grades 9 and 10 levels. The variety of text selections allow for student engagement in the six strands.
Inquiry is built into the modules and allows for the student to continually reflect upon the big question. Opportunities exist to make the learning relevant to adolescents.
Inquiry is built into the modules and allows for the student to continually reflect upon the big question. Opportunities exist to make the learning relevant to adolescents.
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Don't Label Me! Module Kit
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Don't Label Me! Online eKit
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Don't Label Me! Student Edition
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Don't Label Me! Teacher's Guide
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Get Real! Module Kit
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Get Real! Online eKit
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Get Real! Student Edition
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Get Real! Teacher's Guide
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Heroes or Zeros? Module Kit
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Heroes or Zeros? Online eKit
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Heroes or Zeros? Student Edition
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Heroes or Zeros? Teacher's Guide
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Live Lines. Module Kit
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Live Lines. Online eKit
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Live Lines. Student Edition
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Live Lines. Teacher's Guide
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Looking for Me? Module Kit
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Looking for Me? Online eKit
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Looking for Me? Student Edition
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Looking for Me? Teacher's Guide
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Out Loud. Module Kit
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Out Loud. Online eKit
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Out Loud. Student Edition
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Out Loud. Teacher's Guide
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Upload. Module Kit
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Upload. Online eKit
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Upload. Student Edition
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Upload. Teacher's Guide
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What's Your Problem? Module Kit
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What's Your Problem? Online eKit
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What's Your Problem? Student Edition
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What's Your Problem? Teacher's Guide
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070911
Nelson Canadian Writer's Handbook 9-10
This handbook assists students in developing their writing skills. The authors encourage students to consider ideas, organization, word choice, sentence fluency, voice and conventions in their written communication. The book addresses the characteristics of an effective paragraph, writing an essay, different forms of writing and representing and conventions of writing. Additional student supports include appendices on note-taking and managing time.
The book includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
The book includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
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Book
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$32.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070946
Nelson Language and Writing 9. Student Book
This resource connects spelling, vocabulary development, language study, usage and style and mechanics within a writing process. The student text is divided into four main sections: narration, description, exposition and persuasion. The book combines short multigenre reading selections, mini-lessons, practice exercises and skill development activities in a colourful format. The resource builds on the ideas and experiences of student lives and encourages meaningful language use through the writing process. A table of contents and an index are provided.
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Nelson Language and Writing 9. Teacher's Guide
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Book
Price :
$60.50
Record posted/updated:
November 1, 2019
R070947
Nelson Literacy 9
Nelson Literacy 9 provides support for the three curriculum goals: comprehend and respond, compose and create and assess and reflect on language abilities. It also addresses the six strands: viewing, listening, reading, representing, speaking and writing.
Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is addressed to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. The "Release of Responsibility" model has students demonstrating and applying their knowledge in a variety of ways.
Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is addressed to assist teachers with the diversity within the classrooms. The "Release of Responsibility" model has students demonstrating and applying their knowledge in a variety of ways.
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Nelson Literacy 9. Media Package
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Nelson Literacy 9. Selections for Modelling and Demonstration
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Nelson Literacy 9. Student Book 9A
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Nelson Literacy 9. Student Book 9B
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Nelson Literacy 9. Teacher's Resource Kit
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Book
CD/DVD
Kit
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R047683
Planning for Inquiry: It's Not an Oxymoron!
Diane Parker provides an up-close look at the underlying structure of an inquiry-based approach, what such an approach might look like in practice and how it can happen in the classroom. Supported by stories and examples, Parker shares a practical yet non-prescriptive framework for developing lessons from learners' questions and authentic classroom events. The strategies can be adapted for both short- and long-term planning with students. Included are a table of contents, an index and appendices that offer assessment tools, sample planning forms, sample advocacy efforts and more.
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Book
Topic :
Inquiry
Price :
$24.99 US
Record posted/updated:
April 2, 2019
R070912
Readicide: How Schools Are Killing Reading and What You Can Do About It
Readicide is defined as the systematic killing of the love of reading. Gallagher argues that schools are actively (though unknowingly) furthering the decline of reading. He contends that instructional practices used in most schools are killing reading by: valuing the development of test-takers over the development of lifelong learners, requiring students to read difficult texts without proper instructional supports and scaffolds, insisting that students focus on academic texts and ignoring the importance of developing recreational reading.
Gallagher provides educators with the necessary tools to reverse the loss of another generation of readers.
The book includes a table of contents, appendices, references and an index.
Gallagher provides educators with the necessary tools to reverse the loss of another generation of readers.
The book includes a table of contents, appendices, references and an index.
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Book
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$23.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070913
ResourceLines 9/10
ResourceLines 9/10 contains strategies for learning and using all six language arts strands in authentic contexts. It also includes a chapter on researching and a language handbook that addresses usage, syntax, spelling and style. This student resource was designed for both teacher-directed instruction and independent student work.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$61.17
Record posted/updated:
August 19, 2018
R070924
Saskatchewan Writers' Guild (SWG)
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.
Links :
Website
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Website
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Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R070948
SightLines 9
SightLines 9 offers a wide range of contemporary materials that support outcome-based teaching and learning. This integrated resource, consisting of both student and teacher materials, provides a variety of opportunities to learn how to use the six language strands.
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SightLines 9. Audio CD Package
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SightLines 9. Student Anthology
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SightLines 9. Teacher Guide
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Book
CD/DVD
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Free
Record posted/updated:
November 1, 2019
R046988
Student's Oxford Canadian Dictionary(2nd ed.)
This dictionary contains over 2,000 Canadian words and meanings. The inside front cover has a chronology of the English language and the back inside cover has definitions of literary terms. A guide at the beginning of the dictionary describes how to use the reference book and includes words borrowed from other languages that have not been fully integrated into English. Phrases in the entries help clarify the meanings. Examples are provided for words that have ambiguous meanings. The appendices have a section on irregular verbs, punctuation and capitalization.
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Book
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$24.95
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R070722
Teaching English by Design: How to Create and Carry Out Instructional Units
This publication teaches educators the complexities of designing and using instructional units that support the curriculum and engage students. The beginning of the book includes information on how students learn and take responsibility for their learning, and provides alternatives to teacher-led discussions. The author includes a chapter on planning an entire course in order to have coherence and continuity throughout the year.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
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Book
Price :
$39.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R101372
Teaching Grammar and Punctuation in the Twenty-First Century
This teacher resource uses students' own writing as the context for developing students' grammar and punctuation skills. The Canadian resource provides useful tools and strategies to help students progress from writing complete sentences to understanding concepts such as tense, number and structure. Highlights include: a skill development approach that encourages students in each phase of learning; examples of student reading and writing provide practical ideas and exercises; and additional online resources, such as student reading passages and activities and extra teaching suggestions.
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Book
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$49.95
Record posted/updated:
June 13, 2018
R045634
The Grammar Plan Book: A Guide to Smart Teaching
The 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 it includes a sample scope-and-sequence chart.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
Included are a table of contents and an index.
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Book
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$31.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070964
The Science of Spelling: The Explicit Specifics that Make Readers and Writers (and Spellers!)
Through current research, the author reveals that spelling instruction is crucial for teaching every aspect of literacy and offers techniques for the following: making appropriate use of instructional devices such as scaffolding, hand and finger spelling and letter boxes; managing word lists and word sorts; differentiating spelling instruction and assessment and evaluation evaluating spelling resources. Included are rubrics, research-based forms, a table of contents, a bibliography and an index.
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Book
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$30.95
Record posted/updated:
April 30, 2019
What are additional resources?
Additional Resources
Additional resources also complement the curriculum in an effective way and are of the same variety as core resources. However, where funds are limited, educators are advised to start by purchasing core resources.
R044114
"Reading Don't Fix No Chevys": Literacy in the Lives of Young Men
The authors interviewed 49 middle and secondary level male students from a wide range of backgrounds in order to determine how the young men use literacy and what conditions promote it. Several factors under consideration include socioeconomic background, race, performance and type of school. The research shows that boys favour literacy activities outside of school that provide an escape from the stresses in their lives. The authors explain how progressive curricula and instruction can help boys become more engaged with literacy. The authors note that the same principles apply to female students in the classroom.
Teachers will find this book useful to help them identify situations that promote literacy and consider the implications for classroom practices.
Teachers will find this book useful to help them identify situations that promote literacy and consider the implications for classroom practices.
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Book
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$38.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070582
A Broken Flute: The Native Experience in Books for Children
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 and arranged the reviews alphabetically by title. The selected titles cover preschool, K-12 levels and adult and teacher materials.
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Book
Price :
$82.50
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R039406
A Drop of Rain
A Drop of Rain uses diary/journal format to describe the lives of Naomi, her family and friends over a three-month period. Naomi's aunt Hanna is dying, her single mother is stressed and distracted and her mother's male friend makes the situation more complicated. Naomi is attracted to Curtis and concerned about her friend Mary, a middle-aged cleaner who was a doctor in her native Poland. Naomi also copes with school and a part-time job. There are journal entries from all the main characters, therefore, the story is told from a range of perspectives. Several of the main characters come from Poland and a great deal of information about Poland, past and present, is interwoven with descriptions of the characters' daily thoughts, feelings and experiences.
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Book
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$9.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R021455
A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Taste of Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream provides an abridged presentation of the Shakespeare play of four young lovers who spend the night in an enchanted forest where their love is severely tested. In spite of treating each other with savage cruelty and heartless disdain, the lovers stagger out of the forest in the morning with harmony restored. The program's added narration presents this play in a viewer-friendly format for students.
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CD/DVD
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$250.00 US
Record posted/updated:
October 8, 2020
R070848
A Midsummer Night's Dream
This version of William Shakespeare's play, A Midsummer Night's Dream, is adapted and relocated to the present day. Theo and Polly have come to Dream Park to celebrate their daughter Hermia's engagement. The course of true love never does run smoothly and the night ahead holds revelations, fairies, transformations and plenty of passion.
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CD/DVD
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
October 7, 2020
R070706
A Midsummer Night's Dream with Related Readings. Student Edition
This version of A Midsummer Night's Dream provides an insightful study of the play. The student edition contains introductory material and the complete text of the play with vocabulary aids and suggestions for reading included on the margins of each page. The related readings section features poems, personal reflections, fiction and drama selections inspired by the play.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream With Related Readings. Teacher's Guide
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Book
Price :
$31.95
Record posted/updated:
November 1, 2019
R070705
A Midsummer Night's Dream. Student Edition
This edition invites students to interact with the play by encouraging decision making and creativity. Preceding each scene is an introduction and one or two questions related to exploring ideas, themes or personal experiences. Following each scene is a set of activities connected to the issues and problems that arise during the scene. Many of the suggested activities call for group work and personal response. The book is designed with the play on the right-hand side and key vocabulary words on the left-hand side.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream. Teacher's Guide
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Book
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$26.95
Record posted/updated:
November 18, 2017
R025384
A Midsummer Night's Dream. The Graphic Novel
In this play, Shakespeare explores the nature of romantic love. Pursuing love has the capacity to make humans act irrational and foolish. A magic potion causes the characters in the play to fall in and out of love as they chase each other around the woods.
The graphic novel format makes Shakespeare accessible to students. Included in the book is a table of contents, a brief biography on Shakespeare, historical notes on A Midsummer Night's Dream, information on Shakespeare's theatre and Shakespeare in Canada.
The book is available in three formats to accommodate varied learning styles.
The graphic novel format makes Shakespeare accessible to students. Included in the book is a table of contents, a brief biography on Shakespeare, historical notes on A Midsummer Night's Dream, information on Shakespeare's theatre and Shakespeare in Canada.
The book is available in three formats to accommodate varied learning styles.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream. The Graphic Novel. Modern Text
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A Midsummer Night's Dream. The Graphic Novel. Original Text
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A Midsummer Night's Dream. The Graphic Novel. Quick Text
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Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R025220
A Night to Remember
The classic account of the sinking of the Titanic after the fatal collision with an iceberg is recounted in this book. Lord interviewed more than 60 survivors to record the behaviour of the passengers and the crew.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$18.50
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070718
A Singing Bird Will Come: Naomi in Hong Kong
This book is the sequel to Naomi: The Strawberry Blonde of Pippu Town. Naomi is now 15 years old. She visits Hong Kong while her mother teaches in an international school. Naomi takes several travel excursions outside of Hong Kong to Beijing and Macau. This book reads like a travel guide, but it gives a historical perspective about the Cultural Revolution.
Schreyer has several subplots running throughout the novel. Naomi volunteers at an orphanage and befriends Grace, a 16-year-old who is pregnant and rejected by her family. She forms a new friendship with Chen, an elderly man. Naomi struggles with her mother's new relationship and, through her Asian friends, learns the importance of patience and honesty.
Schreyer has several subplots running throughout the novel. Naomi volunteers at an orphanage and befriends Grace, a 16-year-old who is pregnant and rejected by her family. She forms a new friendship with Chen, an elderly man. Naomi struggles with her mother's new relationship and, through her Asian friends, learns the importance of patience and honesty.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R039115
Aleutian Sparrow
Written in diary format by Vera, readers learn about the evacuation of the Aleut people from the Aleutian Islands during World War II. By focusing on a handful of fictional characters, Hesse tells of the hardships that the Aleuts endured when the Japanese occupied these islands near Alaska. The short prose poems reveal how the Aleutians suffered and readers also learn about their history and culture. Included are examples of poetic devices such as imagery, simile and alliteration.
The format of prose poetry could be used for the study of contextual cueing systems.
The format of prose poetry could be used for the study of contextual cueing systems.
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Book
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$9.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040260
An Earthly Knight
An Earthly Knight is an old Scottish faerie tale wherein Jenny and Tam Lin's story is steeped in the world of the 12th century Scottish nobility. Women are treated as chattels and are routinely used by families to barter for power and money. The theme of true love runs throughout the book when Jenny and her sister, Isabel, find true love with quiet and considerate men.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Willow Awards Committee nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2004.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Willow Awards Committee nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2004.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$15.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R104501
Ask Artists Series
Ask Artists is an inquiry-based learning program for teachers and students. Each episode is an in-depth and intimate journey with a Saskatchewan artist. Artists share candid moments and show students that artists are real people with skills, successes, failures and dreams.
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Ask Artists Episode 5: “Out Loud” Songwriting (Part 1: Meet The Artist) - Lancelot Knight
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Ask Artists Episode 5: “Out Loud” Songwriting (Part 2: About Songwriting) - Lancelot Knight
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Ask Artists Episode 5: “Out Loud” Songwriting (Part 3: Writing a Song) - Lancelot Knight
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Ask Artists Episode 5: “Out Loud” Songwriting (Part 4: Performance - Big Fish) - Lancelot Knight
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 2, 2021
R070918
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
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.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R032985
Before Wings
Two years ago, at the age of 13, Adrien suffers a ruptured brain aneurysm and nearly dies. Despite her successful struggle to rehabilitate, she is convinced that she is going to die soon. After a summer spent at a camp run by her aunt, Adrien discovers through love, friendship, and spirited dreams a new appreciation for life and a better understanding of herself. She comes to realize that the greatest tragedy is living in fear of death.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$15.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R040142
Being With Henry
When Laker finds himself homeless after a lifetime of deprivation, Henry, an 83-year-old widower, takes him into his home. From the time he enters Henry's household, Laker is caught up in new and difficult circumstances. He has to cope with Henry's overbearing daughter and his feelings for Charlene, Henry's granddaughter. Through fragments of his journal, Laker's difficult past with his mother is revealed along with his subsequent search for security and love as his relationships with Henry develops into friendship.
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Book
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$8.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R041221
Beowulf
This re-telling of the eighth century Anglo-Saxon poem infuses the condensed narrative of strong, rhythmical prose with word choices that retain the flavour of the original. Many of the literary devices such as alliteration are incorporated. This version makes the poem more approachable to a modern audience.
The illustrations contribute to the understanding of the text for the adolescent reader. The black-and-white drawings evoke the menace and mystery apparent in the story. The book supports the viewing and representing strands.
The illustrations contribute to the understanding of the text for the adolescent reader. The black-and-white drawings evoke the menace and mystery apparent in the story. The book supports the viewing and representing strands.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040335
Blood Brothers
Steve is hiding from the law in Montana when he receives a phone call to come home to Alberta. His brother Beau needs a bone marrow transplant and Steve can be a donor. Steve is bitter with life in general and he is very angry with his mother who left to marry his future stepfather. When Steve returns home, he must face his mother and his new 10-year-old stepsister Jacey. Steve and Jacey have one thing in common - their love of horses. When Steve and Jacey go on an outing to see wild horses, criminals from Steve's past chase them.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070687
Bound
This version of the Cinderella story is set in China during the reign (1368-1398) of the Emperor Hung Wu, the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty. Xing Xing's father dies and she is bound in servitude to her stepmother and to her stepsister, who is undergoing the painful process of foot binding in order to make her more marriageable. While hiding the bones of a pet fish killed by her stepmother, Xing Xing discovers a green silk gown and golden slippers that belonged to her mother. Dressed in this fine clothing, Xing Xing goes to the festival where she loses a slipper. As in the Cinderella story, Xing Xing meets her prince and the story ends with happily ever after.
Xing Xing's story makes it clear that in traditional Chinese life, women were not valued and daughters were considered a liability.
Xing Xing's story makes it clear that in traditional Chinese life, women were not valued and daughters were considered a liability.
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Book
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$9.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R011833
Call It Courage
This Newbery Medal winner traces a young Polynesian boy's struggle to conquer fear of the sea. Because his people's survival depends on the sea, Mafatu's fear causes him to be labelled a coward and makes him the object of derision. When Mafatu decides to paddle out to sea in an effort to prove himself, he uses his knowledge of the natural environment to survive alone.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$7.99
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R054658
Cambridge School Shakespeare. Romeo and Juliet
This edition from the Cambridge School Shakespeare Series provides complete scripts, plus a running synopsis of the action, an explanation of unfamiliar words and numerous activities to help transform the script into drama. The book includes a table of contents and a chronology of Shakespeare's life.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$13.95
Record posted/updated:
November 18, 2017
R032725
Camp X
The setting is Whitby, Ontario in the summer 1943. Two brothers, 12-year-old George and 14-year-old Jack, are left on their own a lot while their father fights overseas and their mother works in a munitions plant. As the boys explore the town they have moved to, they play war games. One game brings them to what looks like a military base. They are escorted home and ordered to stay away, but curiosity brings them back to Camp X. The boys become involved in the work of the top-secret spy camp and soon learn that everyone is under suspicion, including themselves.
The story is fictitious, but a spy camp was established in Whitby in 1941 by the Canadian who headed British security during the war. This Canadian, Sir William Stephenson, appears in the novel in a minor role as Little Bill.
The story is fictitious, but a spy camp was established in Whitby in 1941 by the Canadian who headed British security during the war. This Canadian, Sir William Stephenson, appears in the novel in a minor role as Little Bill.
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Book
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$11.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R034478
Charlie Wilcox
McKay successfully blends fact and fiction about her great uncle, Charlie Wilcox. Charlie Wilcox is a Newfoundlander born into a family of sailors and sealers. A clubfoot prevents Charlie from following in the family tradition. When Charlie is in St. John's pursuing a higher education, he makes his way to the harbour and boards a boat that he thinks is a sailing vessel. Fourteen-year-old Charlie does not realize that he has climbed on a boat sailing for Europe with soldiers to fight in World War I! Because Charlie is too young to fight, he becomes a medic. Charlie Wilcox highlights the historical context of Newfoundland before Confederation and the life of a soldier.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Willow Choice Awards Committee nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2004.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Willow Choice Awards Committee nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2004.
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Book
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$9.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R038052
Crispin. The Cross of Lead
Set in 14th century England, Crispin is forced to flee his feudal village after he is falsely accused of a crime. He is declared a "wolf's head" and becomes legal prey of any man. Crispin finds refuge with a juggler who teaches him about self-worth. As it becomes clear that his rescuer is involved in a planned peasant uprising, Crispin must find a way to negotiate his freedom.
Infused with historical currents of the Black Plague, the power of the Church, feudalism and the Peasant's Revolt, this historical narrative was the winner of the 2003 John Newbery Award.
Infused with historical currents of the Black Plague, the power of the Church, feudalism and the Peasant's Revolt, this historical narrative was the winner of the 2003 John Newbery Award.
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Book
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$8.53
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R071009
Define "Normal"
When conservative straight "A" student Antonia Dillon is approached to become a peer counsellor to troublemaker and punk rocker Jazz Luther, she reluctantly agrees to become part of the program. As the counselling progresses, the two girls discover that they have more in common than they realized. When Antonia's family life falls apart, Jazz appears to be her only lifeline. This darkly humorous book begs readers to question their stereotypes regarding normal and abnormal people.
This book was nominated by American Library Association (ALA) as a Best Book for Young Adults in 2004.
This book was nominated by American Library Association (ALA) as a Best Book for Young Adults in 2004.
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Book
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$11.86
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070691
Digging for Philip
This novel is the story of a 14-year-old boy who does not fit in and is struggling with the accidental death of his father. Philip is a social outcast who is bitter towards his mother and blames her for his father's death.
Philip takes a summer retreat near the Lake of the Woods and disturbs the gravesite of an Anishinaabe spirit, Tikumiwaewidung. The spirit uses Philip to properly lay to rest the First Nations people who died during the colonization of the lake area. Through Philip's experiences, he gains a greater appreciation for both historical First Nations Life and the underpinnings of his current life. Philip has the courage to face his own prejudices and misunderstandings. Both Philip and the Anishinaabe spirit expose and reveal their prejudices as the plot develops.
Philip takes a summer retreat near the Lake of the Woods and disturbs the gravesite of an Anishinaabe spirit, Tikumiwaewidung. The spirit uses Philip to properly lay to rest the First Nations people who died during the colonization of the lake area. Through Philip's experiences, he gains a greater appreciation for both historical First Nations Life and the underpinnings of his current life. Philip has the courage to face his own prejudices and misunderstandings. Both Philip and the Anishinaabe spirit expose and reveal their prejudices as the plot develops.
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Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R054657
Everest Series
An advertising company is sponsoring a climb up Mount Everest in order to set a record for the youngest person to reach the top. Twenty teenagers arrive at a boot camp to compete for four spots on the climbing team.
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Everest. Book One: The Contest
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Everest. Book Three: The Summit
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Everest. Book Two: The Climb
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Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R071010
Foghorn Passage
While 16-year-old Samantha struggles to come to terms with her father's death from cancer, she meets a young paraplegic. Matt is a talented violinist who has been injured in a car accident. Samantha's experiences with her own bitterness and grief help her as she encourages Matt to confront and overcome his own feelings of alienation and despair. This book from the Young Adult Fiction Series offers a reflective presentation of the grieving process.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
September 13, 2023
R055434
For the Children
This collection of poems speaks of Mi'kmaq life and the hope for a better world. Elder Rita Joe addresses topics such as residential schools, a cure for an ingrown toenail, pollution and death. In some of the poems, the Mi'kmaq words are translated as Joe had done in her original manuscripts. The book includes a table of contents.
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Book
Price :
$18.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R033717
Fractures. Family Stories
Set in Wilson's native Nova Scotia, the author reflects on common childhood emotions. The collection of stories focuses on sibling rivalry, self-image, relationships, dysfunctional families, illness and death. A sensitive and insightful look into the discoveries, the agonies, and the joys of growing up can be found in these short stories.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070696
Freewalker
This is the second book in a trilogy combining elements of a futuristic and a medieval setting in a post-apocalyptic future. Some of the characters contain traits that echo issues in contemporary Canadian culture: environment, religion, dreams and dream quests, education and family.
Roan of Longlight continues his adventures, trying to get revenge for the destruction of his village and trying to unite with his sister. In the end, Roan is involved in the start of a war, which will lead to the final book in the trilogy.
Roan of Longlight continues his adventures, trying to get revenge for the destruction of his village and trying to unite with his sister. In the end, Roan is involved in the start of a war, which will lead to the final book in the trilogy.
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Book
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$12.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R028255
Gathering Blue
The protagonist in this novel is chosen by powerful adults to carry out an important task. Set in a futuristic society that emerges after great destruction on planet Earth, Kira is left homeless after her mother dies mysteriously. Kira is threatened with death because she has a deformed leg and her society sees no purpose for those who cannot do hard labour. Kira is saved because, like her mother, she is able to dye threads.
The Council of Guardians gives her the job of repairing and restoring the robe of the Singer, the oral historian who presides at the annual harvest time Gathering celebration. Through her work, Kira discovers that she has real talent for creating new and beautiful patterns. She also discovers, however, that her temporary privileged status will eventually bring her doom. The novel is an examination of a future society that will challenge readers to think about community, creativity and the values they have learned to accept.
Gathering Blue would be a good choice for literature circles and for discussions around the theme of the future.
The Council of Guardians gives her the job of repairing and restoring the robe of the Singer, the oral historian who presides at the annual harvest time Gathering celebration. Through her work, Kira discovers that she has real talent for creating new and beautiful patterns. She also discovers, however, that her temporary privileged status will eventually bring her doom. The novel is an examination of a future society that will challenge readers to think about community, creativity and the values they have learned to accept.
Gathering Blue would be a good choice for literature circles and for discussions around the theme of the future.
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Book
Price :
$13.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R043988
Greek Mythology for Students Series
These animated versions of the Greek narratives can be used selectively as an overview of the gods and goddesses or to focus on a specific story.
A teacher's guide accompanies each program and includes a summary of the contents of the program, vocabulary, activities and a reference list.
A teacher's guide accompanies each program and includes a summary of the contents of the program, vocabulary, activities and a reference list.
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Constellation Myths
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$1,099.00 (entire series)
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070697
Hitting the Road
This book deals with the topic of living in a blended family. Matt and Cody run away from home after their stepfather bullies Cody, but the boys soon learn that running away is not the answer to their problems. Matt and Cody discover that the world is not the safe and pleasant place they anticipated. When Matt and Cody return home, they are prepared to follow the rules that are necessary to live together in a family setting.
Kropp has tried to parallel this book to Hinton's The Outsiders, which would be a good book to use along with this novel.
Kropp has tried to parallel this book to Hinton's The Outsiders, which would be a good book to use along with this novel.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R030957
I Read It, But I Don't Get It: Comprehension Strategies for Adolescent Readers
Many useful ideas for improving adolescents' comprehension are included in this slim, highly readable volume. I Read It, But I Don't Get It is organized into three parts. Parts 1 and 2 contain chapters that pertain to topics such as Fake Reading, Connecting the New to the Known and What's the Plan?
Each chapter begins with a student quotation and an anecdote involving a problem in reading encountered by the author in an actual classroom of adolescent students. The strategies presented in the book are based on research that defines the thinking strategies used by proficient readers. The roles of purpose in reading, motivation and use of prior experiences constitute the basis for many of the strategies. The book aligns with current research regarding effective reading instruction. The notion that meaning in reading is constructed as readers interact with text is at the root of the strategies presented.
Part 3 consists of three short appendices that contain forms to be used to facilitate implementation of the strategies presented in the preceding chapters.
Each chapter begins with a student quotation and an anecdote involving a problem in reading encountered by the author in an actual classroom of adolescent students. The strategies presented in the book are based on research that defines the thinking strategies used by proficient readers. The roles of purpose in reading, motivation and use of prior experiences constitute the basis for many of the strategies. The book aligns with current research regarding effective reading instruction. The notion that meaning in reading is constructed as readers interact with text is at the root of the strategies presented.
Part 3 consists of three short appendices that contain forms to be used to facilitate implementation of the strategies presented in the preceding chapters.
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Book
Price :
$33.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R038222
Inkheart
The arrival of a strange scarred man one night reveals Meggie's father's ability to bring literary characters to life. Mo's talent, however, has an unfortunate element: as a fictional character emerges, a real person is transported into the pages of the story. This is the fate of Meggie's mother. Thus begins a desperate escape from the villains of Inkheart and a search for the author in hopes that an alternate denouement will be written.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.59
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R070920
International Literacy Association (ILA)
The International Literacy Association (ILA), formerly known as the International Reading Association or 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.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R070700
Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster
Into Thin Air is a firsthand account of the tragic commercial expedition to Mount Everest in 1996 in which eight climbers died. Krakauer, a mountain climber and journalist from the United States, balances the views of the ego-driven mountain climbers, the underappreciated Sherpa guides and the inexperienced amateurs' desires to reach beyond one's limitations. Krakauer investigates the catastrophe and what went wrong on the summit the day of the storm.
It would be interesting for students to compare Into Thin Air with The Climb and Touching My Father's Soul.
It would be interesting for students to compare Into Thin Air with The Climb and Touching My Father's Soul.
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Book
Price :
$18.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070701
Introducing Shakespeare. Student Edition
This is an overview of the life and works of Shakespeare. It also describes the impact of his writing on today's language. Included are several speeches, scenes and sonnets accompanied by cartoons, sidebar explanations and illustrations and suggested activities for response.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$30.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R030201
John McCrae's War: In Flanders Fields
The First World War's terrible Second Battle of Ypres has just broken out in Belgium. Canadian troops, stationed along the Yser canal, are under heavy fire and the number of casualties is mounting. Among the dead is Alexis Helmer, killed early on the morning of May 2, 1915 - the victim of a direct hit from a German shell. Dr. John McCrae, a friend of Helmer's, is there to pick up the pieces of the body and deliver a burial service over the gun blasts. McCrae would later pen the poem, "In Flanders Fields," while looking out over Helmer's grave.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R027371
King of Shadows
As a member of an all-boy company preparing to perform Shakespeare's play A Midsummer Night's Dream in a London replica of the Globe Theatre, Nathan Field becomes ill and is mysteriously transported to Elizabethan England. This time-travel novel conveys the sights, sounds and smells of Elizabethan England as Nathan befriends Shakespeare. The details of 16th-century troupe life as well as how costumes, makeup and stage effects were carried out add depth to the story. Woven into the description of the past is the story of Nathan and his attempts to deal with the deaths of both his parents.
This novel, with its multifaceted themes, would be a good choice to use partnered with Shakespeare's original play.
This novel, with its multifaceted themes, would be a good choice to use partnered with Shakespeare's original play.
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Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R041124
Kit's Wilderness
Kit Watson and his family return to the coal-mining town of Stoneygate to look after Kit's aging, recently widowed grandfather. Kit is lured into playing a game called Death by a boy named John Askew. When Kit must stay alone in a mine, he is haunted by the ghosts of people who died working in the mines. John disappears and Kit, an aspiring writer, creates a story about a prehistoric boy who becomes separated from his family.
The story parallel's John's life and the stories that Kit's grandfather has told him about the mines.
This book won the Michael L. Printz Award in 2001 for literary excellence.
The story parallel's John's life and the stories that Kit's grandfather has told him about the mines.
This book won the Michael L. Printz Award in 2001 for literary excellence.
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Book
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$8.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R055143
Making Thinking Visible: How to Promote Engagement, Understanding, and Independence for All Learners
Beginning as Harvard's Project Zero, the authors provide a research-based approach to teaching thinking. The authors provide suggested strategies to develop students' thinking dispositions and at the same time, deepen their understanding of the topics they study. The text includes a DVD of video clips of visible thinking in practice in classrooms.
The text also includes a table of contents and an index.
The text also includes a table of contents and an index.
Media and Formats :
Book
CD/DVD
Price :
$35.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R039450
Messenger
This is the third book in the trilogy that began with the Newbery Award winner, The Giver and later, Gathering Blue. Matt, who found Kira's father in Gathering Blue, now lives in the utopian community called the Village. Kira's father is the Seer and Matt has grown under his care. Matt, a responsible member of the community, acts as a messenger for Leader, the blue-eyed Jonas from The Giver. Matt, once a scruffy thief, discovers that he has healing powers. Matt's skills become crucial in saving his formerly tolerant village from the greed and the suspicion that is eating it away.
Messenger could be used alone as a novel or as part of the trilogy in an author study.
Messenger could be used alone as a novel or as part of the trilogy in an author study.
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Book
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$8.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070921
National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
NCTE promotes teaching, research and student achievement in English language arts. It publishes the journals Language Arts and English Journal.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2019
R070709
No Time to Say Goodbye: Children's Stories of Kuper Island Residential School
This novel is the fictional story of five young people from the Tsartlip First Nations who were sent to the Kuper Island Residential School. The government and the churches took children from their homes for long periods of time, during which they were not permitted to see their families. The authors try to deal with some of the abuses that occurred such as mandatory haircuts, sexual abuse, poor food, loneliness and humiliation over bedwetting. Readers witness the struggle of the students to survive in such a harsh culture.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Awards nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2003.
The Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Awards nominated this book for a Snow Willow Award in 2003.
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Book
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R037144
Nobody's Child
This sequel to The Hunger presents a chilling account of genocide and its aftermath. Survivors of the 1909 Adana massacre, Miriam, her siblings, Kevork, and her aunt, scramble to survive during the turmoil and violence. Finding protection in an orphanage, the Armenians again face the threat of persecution by the Turks. Separated, each faces horrifying events, but hold to the steadfast belief that they will again be reunited. Skrypuch offers an account of the suffering endured by the Armenian people and their quest for peace. The book includes a list of websites, print and media resources.
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Book
Price :
$12.99
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070922
NoveList Plus and NoveList K-8 Plus Databases
NoveList Plus and NoveList K-8 Plus are located on the Biographies, Books and Literature page of the Online Magazines, Journals, and Newspapers. 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.
Links :
Website
Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 13, 2017
R040353
One on One
While hockey provides a thematic strand for the book, the protagonist, Sean, has more to address than pressures of the team sport and a perfectionist father. Complex family issues include an ethical situation that requires Sean to decide whether to do what is right or to support his father by withholding evidence involving criminal charges. The story is one that provides the hook of hockey and a familiar prairie setting in Alberta, but is given depth through the issues and the complexities of human relationships.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070710
Overdrive
Jake, the 16-year-old narrator, earns his driver's licence and is involved in a serious accident the same day. He leaves the scene of the accident and must deal with his inner conflict. Jake learns that doing the right thing is not easy. This is a story about responsibility and accepting the consequence of one's action.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R035684
Parvana's Journey
A sequel to The Breadwinner, this novel continues the story of Parvana, a 13-year-old girl who has been left to fend for herself in war-torn Afghanistan. Forbidden to appear in public as a girl, Parvana must disguise herself as a boy when she goes in search of her mother and siblings. This is a story about loyalty, survival, families and friendship set against the backdrop of an intolerable situation.
This book lends itself to teacher-led discussions.
This book lends itself to teacher-led discussions.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070715
Persepolis. The Story of a Childhood
Marjane Satrapi writes about her own experiences as a child in Iran. A graphic novel about Iranian culture and history, the story is told with a sense of humour and it offers insight into the culture of Iran and the impact of the Islamic revolution on the Iranian people. As the only child of revolutionaries, Satrapi's life changes dramatically. Marjane found it very difficult to live under such strict rules and her disobedient behaviour put her family in danger. Her parents were forced to send her to live in Europe for her own safety until she was 14. We learn from Marjane's story of a childhood based on terrorism and war that the actions of a few extremists do not reflect the attitude of a nation.
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Book
Price :
$19.50
Record posted/updated:
January 18, 2019
R037625
Reading is Seeing: Learning to Visualize Scenes, Characters, Ideas, and Text Worlds to Improve Comprehension and Reflective Reading
This 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 nonfiction 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.
Strategies include ways to activate and build background knowledge, to elaborate on textual details, to make inferences, to develop mental models of nonfiction 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.
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Book
Price :
$29.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R036858
Reciprocal Teaching at Work: Powerful Strategies and Lessons for Improving Reading Comprehension(3rd ed.)
Featuring 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.
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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Book
Price :
$42.95 US
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R037673
Response Journals Revisited: Maximizing Learning Through Reading, Writing, Viewing, Discussing, and Thinking
Response Journals Revisited is an updated, expanded and revised version of Response Journals. It explains what response journals are, why and how they are used, skills that they help students to develop and ways to evaluate journals, both formatively and summatively.
The book offers guidelines, rubrics, samples of student responses and extensive background information. It includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
The book offers guidelines, rubrics, samples of student responses and extensive background information. It includes a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$24.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053231
Romeo & Juliet. The Graphic Novel
The Montagues and Capulets have been enemies for as long as anyone can remember. Romeo attends a ball and immediately falls in love with Juliet. They proclaim their love for each other and secretly wed. Unaware of the marriage, Capulet arranges for Juliet to wed Paris. Romeo and Juliet's passion for each other leads towards their tragic end.
The graphic novel format makes Shakespeare accessible to students. Additional material is available online at www.oxfordnext.com
Included is a table of contents, a brief biography, information on Shakespeare's theatre and Shakespeare in Canada.
The text is available in three formats to accommodate varied learning styles.
The graphic novel format makes Shakespeare accessible to students. Additional material is available online at www.oxfordnext.com
Included is a table of contents, a brief biography, information on Shakespeare's theatre and Shakespeare in Canada.
The text is available in three formats to accommodate varied learning styles.
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Romeo & Juliet Online. Personal Playscript & Online Registration Code
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Romeo & Juliet. The Graphic Novel. Modern Text
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Romeo & Juliet. The Graphic Novel. Original Text
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Romeo & Juliet. The Graphic Novel. Quick Text
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R016847
Romeo and Juliet
This video is an abridged version of the play. A narrator provides some background to the play as it unfolds. When Romeo meets Juliet, they instantly fall in love but Juliet has been promised to another man, and Romeo's futile attempt to stop a street fight forces him to flee. Thwarted in their desire to be together, the lovers end their lives.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$225.00 US
Record posted/updated:
October 8, 2020
R012070
Romeo and Juliet with Related Readings. Student Edition
This edition includes sidebars that provide information about the action, explanation of difficult words or phrases, as well as cross-references to related literature that is included at the end of the book. Included are colour illustrations, questions for discussion or writing, introductory information about Shakespeare and his theatre and a map.
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Romeo and Juliet with Related Readings. Teacher's Guide
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Book
Price :
$31.95
Record posted/updated:
October 18, 2020
R033705
Romiette and Julio
This contemporary retelling of Shakespeare's infamous tale features the two young lovers meeting on the Internet. Their interracial high school romance is threatened by their parents' prejudices and opposition from the local gang. Parallel to the play, the fated pair's plan to be together goes awry and the two are caught in a desperate struggle to survive.
This updated tale of forbidden love complements the study of Romeo and Juliet, but can also stand alone as a novel.
This updated tale of forbidden love complements the study of Romeo and Juliet, but can also stand alone as a novel.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053070
Safe as Houses
On October 15th, 1954, Hurricane Hazel bears down on Toronto and causes extensive flooding. Thirteen-year-old Elizabeth is babysitting David and Suzie. David thinks he is too old for a babysitter and makes life miserable for Elizabeth. Due to the flooding, David and Suzie's parents are unable to return home.
The flood waters continue to rise and surround the house. The electricity goes down and the phone does not work, however, Elizabeth continues to believe they will be safe if they remain in the house. Rising waters force the children to the rooftop. When the house is torn from its foundation, the children escape into the water. David and Elizabeth learn to communicate and work together to ensure survival.
The book is based on true accounts of Hurricane Hazel's destructive force.
The flood waters continue to rise and surround the house. The electricity goes down and the phone does not work, however, Elizabeth continues to believe they will be safe if they remain in the house. Rising waters force the children to the rooftop. When the house is torn from its foundation, the children escape into the water. David and Elizabeth learn to communicate and work together to ensure survival.
The book is based on true accounts of Hurricane Hazel's destructive force.
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Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R039150
Sea Chase
Fifteen-year-old Brodie and his father are sailing their small yacht in the Caribbean near Colombia when Brodie's father disappears from the yacht in the middle of the night. Brodie sets out to find his father and soon discovers that he has been kidnapped by drug runners/pirates. Brodie is joined by Carlota, a young Colombian girl, in his quest to save his father. Themes in the novel include having direction and purpose in life and developing self-reliance and resourcefulness.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.99
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2019
R070716
Shades of Meaning: Comprehension and Interpretation in Middle School
This book has many strategies that will engage students so they can succeed in reading and comprehending text. The book is based on a workshop format, so the author models and verbalizes her reading and comprehension strategies and then has her students apply the skills. Students learn to interpret text, explore and analyze ideas and articulate and justify their opinions. The students learn skills that can be applied throughout their lives.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$30.95
Record posted/updated:
June 22, 2018
R054266
Shattered
Fifteen-year-old Ian must complete community volunteer service in order to pass his Civics class. He chooses to work at "The Club," a soup kitchen for the homeless in an unsafe part of the city.
When the man who saved Ian shows up at the soup kitchen, he gets to know "Sarge." Jacques was a soldier in the Canadian Armed Forces and his last tour of duty was as a peacekeeper stationed in Rwanda, an African nation Ian knows little about.
Ian begins to learn truths not only about Rwanda, but about the world, for which he is not at all prepared. Shattered invites students to ask themselves what they can do to make a difference in the world.
Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire, the Force Commander for the United Nations Mission to Rwanda, wrote the foreword to the book.
When the man who saved Ian shows up at the soup kitchen, he gets to know "Sarge." Jacques was a soldier in the Canadian Armed Forces and his last tour of duty was as a peacekeeper stationed in Rwanda, an African nation Ian knows little about.
Ian begins to learn truths not only about Rwanda, but about the world, for which he is not at all prepared. Shattered invites students to ask themselves what they can do to make a difference in the world.
Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire, the Force Commander for the United Nations Mission to Rwanda, wrote the foreword to the book.
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Book
Price :
$10.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070717
Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World: The Extraordinary True Story of Shackleton and Endurance
This is an interesting recounting of the survival story of Ernest Shackleton's adventure. Ernest Shackleton and his crew were attempting to cross Antarctica. When the Endurance became icebound in Antarctica in 1914, Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew of 27 were 166 kilometres from land. Although their mission was unsuccessful, their survival story is remarkable. The men played on the ice to pass the time after the Endurance sank. They took to their lifeboats and spent a year travelling over ice, water and mountains to safety. In 1916, Shackleton led a rescue party to retrieve his men and, remarkably, the entire crew survived. The photos provide an opportunity to witness what the crew experienced during the journey.
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Book
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$15.99
Record posted/updated:
November 2, 2019
R036171
Shoulder the Sky
Martin Emerson and his family are having trouble dealing with his mother's death. Martin describes himself as the regular, private and not interesting Martin Emerson; the enigmatic persona created for the Internet at Emerso.com and Martin number three or the no-name Martin. Martin's father has become invisible and his sister Lily pierces another part of her body when she cannot deal with something. Martin's friend, Darrell, helps him create a website at Emerso.com and the website has all the right questions but not the answers.
This book was shortlisted for the Young Adult Canadian Book Award by the Canadian Library Association and won the Ann Connor Brimer Children's Literature Prize in 2002.
This book was shortlisted for the Young Adult Canadian Book Award by the Canadian Library Association and won the Ann Connor Brimer Children's Literature Prize in 2002.
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Book
Price :
$12.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R041498
Socratic Circles: Fostering Critical and Creative Thinking in Middle and High School
The author has written a book about student-led discussions based on real-life examples. The book begins by outlining the benefits of Socratic circles and how these circles develop students' academic and social skills in reading, listening, speaking, and conflict resolution. Step-by-step guidance is provided on establishing Socratic circles, and this book benefits teachers who are new to literature circles and teachers who want to improve their knowledge of this strategy. Ideas are presented on aligning Socratic circles with curricula. Assessment and follow-up activities are also provided.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Inquiry
Price :
$27.95
Record posted/updated:
September 22, 2018
R053170
Sprouts! An Anthology of Plays from Concrete Theatre's Sprouts New Play Festival for Kids
This collection of short plays explores growing up. Each play is designed for a 15-minute performance. The plays provide numerous opportunities to explore multicultural narratives, personal experiences and acceptance of individual differences. The book includes a table of contents and brief background information on each play.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$25.00
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R036730
Stitches
Travis lives with his aunt and uncle in a trailer court while his mother travels around as a country-and-western singer. Travis loves to sew and he is often bullied because he is different. Travis and his best friend, a physically challenged girl named Chantelle, are encouraged by two teachers to accept new challenges that foster their creativity. The bullying, however, reaches a deplorable level.
A winner of the Governor General's Award in 2003, this story addresses issues relevant to many young students.
A winner of the Governor General's Award in 2003, this story addresses issues relevant to many young students.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070048
Stories from the Seventh Fire Series
Titles in this series include Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter. Recommended through the Western and Northern Canadian Protocol for Collaboration in Basic Education for English Language Arts, this collection of Northwestern Canadian First Nations legends consists of two DVD programs, each accompanied by a teacher discussion and activity guide.
These engaging DVDs present storytelling in the oral tradition of the First Nations culture using authentic voices. Effective use of animation and live-action wildlife footage help to bring the legends to life. The humorous and contemporary DVDs will appeal to a wide range of audiences.
Each teacher's guide provides a story synopsis, learning outcomes, cross-curricular connections and a variety of engaging activities to accommodate different learning approaches. Supplemental resources listed in the bibliography include print, videos and websites.
These engaging DVDs present storytelling in the oral tradition of the First Nations culture using authentic voices. Effective use of animation and live-action wildlife footage help to bring the legends to life. The humorous and contemporary DVDs will appeal to a wide range of audiences.
Each teacher's guide provides a story synopsis, learning outcomes, cross-curricular connections and a variety of engaging activities to accommodate different learning approaches. Supplemental resources listed in the bibliography include print, videos and websites.
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$99.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R101663
Stories of Courage: Saskatchewan Second World War Veterans Remember
This series of eight videos presents the personal stories of 17 Saskatchewan residents who served during the World War II.
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Aboriginal War Experiences. Episode 5
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Commemoration. Episode 8
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HMCS Regina. Episode 3
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Price of Freedom. Episode 2
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Prisoners of War. Episode 4
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Soldiers Return Home. Episode 7
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Supporting the Troops. Episode 6
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Training and Preparing for War. Episode 1
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 24, 2021
R070720
Stravaganza. City of Stars
In this sequel to Stravaganza: City of Masks, Georgia's stepbrother Russell makes her life miserable. Georgia loves horses and when she buys a tiny winged horse in an antique shop, she develops the ability to move back and forth between a parallel dimension of her world in contemporary London and Talia and 16th-century Italy. In Talia, Georgia becomes a jockey and, disguised as a boy, wins an important race. Georgia is a strong, determined individual who overcomes difficulties and focuses on achievement. In the end, Russell's meanness is revealed and he is forced to leave Georgia alone.
The sections of the novel that are set in contemporary England feature English expressions and terminology, while the sections set in Talia include Italian names. While this might be challenging for some readers, it also emphasizes the difference between Georgia's two worlds.
The sections of the novel that are set in contemporary England feature English expressions and terminology, while the sections set in Talia include Italian names. While this might be challenging for some readers, it also emphasizes the difference between Georgia's two worlds.
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Book
Price :
$12.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070721
Sword of the Rightful King: A Novel of King Arthur
Students will enjoy the retelling of the legend of Arthur and his loyal magician Merlinnus. In the legend, there is a sword in the stone and anyone who pulls the sword from the stone will become the King of Britain. The evil Queen of the North, Morgause, tries to murder Arthur to gain the throne for one of her sons. It takes the skill of Merlinnus and his young apprentice, Gawen, to retain the crown for King Arthur.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.32
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R044115
Take the Stairs
Take the Stairs is a collection of short stories that deals with some of the important issues that teens face today such as abuse, abortion, death, AIDS, suicide, runaways and racism. The novel's 13 characters are interconnected in that they all live in the same rundown apartment which is notoriously called "The Building," a place they cannot wait to leave. The teens cope with some difficult circumstances, but they still have a feeling of hope in their lives.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R036707
Tales of the Norse Gods
This resource highlights the struggle of legendary heroes against giants, beasts and evil dwarves. Students will witness the courageous battles and bravery in these stories about the Viking gods. The stories told by the Norsemen, also known as the Vikings, are about a nation of people who loved to boast of its strength in battle and bravery against all odds.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R039299
Telling Tales: Storytelling in the Family(2nd ed.)
The stories in this collection are about the art of storytelling. Three storytellers provide ideas to explore the magic of "tales" with young adults. The authors expertise and experiences are combined with humour. The content is divided into four sections: "Once Upon a Time" emphasizes the value of story; "Stories from the Family Tree" encourages families to discuss their stories; "Developing and Learning to Tell Stories" provides guidelines for shaping and telling stories; and "Universal Tales" discusses nursery rhymes, traditional folklore and folklore in popular culture.
The last section moves from the traditional oral culture to the messages in books, films and computer games. This resource guides teachers in the presentation of this art form to help students develop their ability to tell stories.
The last section moves from the traditional oral culture to the messages in books, films and computer games. This resource guides teachers in the presentation of this art form to help students develop their ability to tell stories.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$29.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040336
The Alchemist's Daughter
Sidonie Quince lives in Elizabethan England. Her father is an alchemist who conducts unsuccessful experiments in an effort to transmute base metals into gold. He promises the Queen results and Sidonie fears for his life if he fails.
Sidonie has a gift for scrying - foretelling the future by gazing into a crystal. Sidonie and her friend, Kit, set off to Glastonbury Abbey in search of the missing ingredient that will make her father's experiments successful.
Many historical characters and events provide the backdrop for Sidonie's adventures, including Queen Elizabeth I, William Shakespeare, Sir Philip Sidney and the Spanish Armada. Conversations are conducted using words, expressions and linguistic structures typical of the Elizabethan period.
The Alchemist's Daughter was nominated for a 2005 Saskatchewan Book Award.
Sidonie has a gift for scrying - foretelling the future by gazing into a crystal. Sidonie and her friend, Kit, set off to Glastonbury Abbey in search of the missing ingredient that will make her father's experiments successful.
Many historical characters and events provide the backdrop for Sidonie's adventures, including Queen Elizabeth I, William Shakespeare, Sir Philip Sidney and the Spanish Armada. Conversations are conducted using words, expressions and linguistic structures typical of the Elizabethan period.
The Alchemist's Daughter was nominated for a 2005 Saskatchewan Book Award.
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Book
Price :
$15.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R052473
The Ancient Ocean Blues
Marcus Oppius Sabinus unknowingly "promotes" Julius Caesar in an upcoming Roman election. Marcus proves to be an excellent briber and is assigned a dangerous mission. He must spy on those who support Cicero's control of Rome. It is risk versus reward. If Marcus succeeds, he will be in Rome's inner circle and if he fails, Marcus faces exile or worse.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$11.99
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R036173
The Blue Roan Child
Syeira possesses the ability to communicate with horses. A magical bond develops between the young girl and an untamed mare. When Lord Ran captures the Blue Roan's twin colts, Syeira embarks on a dangerous quest to the fortress city to rescue the imprisoned animals.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R027733
The Breadwinner
The Taliban forbid women and girls to appear in public without being covered from head to toe and accompanied by a male family member. Parvana's father is arrested and the family is left without a breadwinner - someone who can earn money and shop for food. As conditions for the family become desperate, only one solution remains. Forbidden to earn money as a girl, Parvana disguises herself as a boy and becomes the breadwinner. This novel brings to life an issue that has recently come to light around the world.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R039759
The Children of Odin: The Book of Northern Myths
This book is a collection of Norse narratives. The narratives include Odin, the Father of the Gods, the mischievous Loki who is always in trouble with Odin and how Thor protects Asgard with his mighty hammer.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$14.99
Record posted/updated:
November 26, 2018
R040493
The City of Ember
In the post-apocalyptic adventure, time is running out for the underground residents in Ember. Centuries ago, the city was stocked by "The Builders," but now Ember is short of food, clothes and electricity. Lina and Doon find a document that uncovers government corruption and a way out of the city to the world above.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R041184
The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest
The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest is the story of the rescue on May 10, 1996. The book tells how the climbers became disoriented in a vicious storm and when the group runs out of oxygen, it complicates the situation. A Russian mountaineer, Anatoli Boukreev, climbs without oxygen and saves six of his climbers during the height of the storm.
The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest provides the transcripts and debriefing after the tragedy as well as another viewpoint to Jon Krakauer's Into Thin Air and Jamling Norgay's Touching My Father's Soul.
The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest provides the transcripts and debriefing after the tragedy as well as another viewpoint to Jon Krakauer's Into Thin Air and Jamling Norgay's Touching My Father's Soul.
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Book
Price :
$16.59
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R070690
The Dirt Eaters
When Roan's family and the people of Longlight are killed in a raid and Roan's little sister is abducted, Roan is torn between a desire for revenge and the pledge of peace that guides his community. Roan is taken in by the Brothers, a group of male warriors, and discovers that he has the skills of a warrior along with an ability to dream and see visions. Eventually, Roan escapes from the Brothers and is joined by Lumpy, a boy scarred by Mor-ticks, and Alandra, a healer. The trio set out to save the orphans of Fairview who are being treated horribly. In the end, Roan rescues his sister, but not before he faces Saint, the leader of the Brothers.
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Book
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R039506
The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big, Round Things
Fifteen-year-old Virginia Shreves has an inferiority complex and feels like a stranger among her family. Virginia sees her older siblings as being slim and "perfect" until this image is shattered by the news of her brother's participation in a date rape on campus. Virginia begins to realize that images are only that - images. Virginia's mother, Doctor Shreves, is an adolescent psychologist who understands teenagers, but cannot counsel her family. Virginia is encouraged by the advice from her family doctor that she should be happy with her own body image, not her mother's image. In this humorous novel, readers vicariously experience numerous sensitive, real-life issues.
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Book
Price :
$10.00
Record posted/updated:
September 13, 2023
R070651
The Elders Are Watching
The author and artist ask the reader to respect the natural treasures of the environment and bring a message of concern from Aboriginal leaders of the past. The text and paintings complement each other in this thought-provoking book.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.95
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R039656
The Finder
This third book in The Watcher's Quest trilogy can stand alone. Emma and Tom enter a cave on Argadnel, another world, where Emma must find the four wands (Earth, Water, Wind and Fire) because everything Emma values and everyone she loves depends on her success. The adventure brings into play Emma's experience and her wits, as well as assistance from others. The enduring strength of family love that gives Emma the power to fulfill her quest is refreshing.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.95
Record posted/updated:
December 31, 2018
R040093
The Fire-Eaters
In 1962, Bobby's life in an English seaside village is touched with amazing experiences. He has a friend, Alisa Spink, who can heal injured fawns with her dreams and he knows an illusionist, McCultry, who can eat fire. Things begin to change, however, and Bobby's life is filled with darkness. At home, his world is shattered by his father's illness and at school Bobby encounters abusive treatment from his classmates and teacher. Further, the media keep relaying the doom-and-gloom message that Cuba, the United States and the Soviet Union are readying missiles for nuclear warfare.
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Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
January 30, 2019
R040884
The Greenies
At the end of the Second World War, about 1,000 teenage Jewish orphans came to Canada and settled in 38 communities in Canada. This real-life event in Canadian history is told through the fictional stories of Danny, Lilli and Marilyn.
Danny survives the Buchenwald concentration camp but loses his entire family. Lilli is an Auschwitz survivor who saw her mother and younger sister sent to their death and was separated from her other sister by the refugee process. She hopes for a new life in Canada, but has bad experiences with foster families. Marilyn is a Canadian girl who goes to school with the newcomers and gradually comes to understand the adversities that shape their lives and influence their reactions to Canadian life.
The story is told against a background of the Holocaust and the German concentration camps. Readers learn about the horrors of the camps, the atrocities that took place there and the way prisoners survived. There is information about attitudes toward immigrants and the way immigrants were treated during this period in Canadian history.
Danny survives the Buchenwald concentration camp but loses his entire family. Lilli is an Auschwitz survivor who saw her mother and younger sister sent to their death and was separated from her other sister by the refugee process. She hopes for a new life in Canada, but has bad experiences with foster families. Marilyn is a Canadian girl who goes to school with the newcomers and gradually comes to understand the adversities that shape their lives and influence their reactions to Canadian life.
The story is told against a background of the Holocaust and the German concentration camps. Readers learn about the horrors of the camps, the atrocities that took place there and the way prisoners survived. There is information about attitudes toward immigrants and the way immigrants were treated during this period in Canadian history.
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Book
Price :
$7.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053981
The Highwayman
Noyes' classic poem is relocated to New York City. Bess is a glamorous hotel heiress and the highwayman is dressed in leather and rides a motorcycle. Kimber's use of colour and his illustrations are reminiscent of the 1920s lawlessness and FBI agents. The rhyme and pacing of the poem capture the doomed lovers' fateful decisions.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R033207
The Lady at Batoche
The three main characters of Soldier Boys return, this time at the Battle of Batoche. Tom, Luc and Marie are all 14 years of age and the suspenseful re-creation of the history of the battle is interwoven with their personal experiences during this time. Readers will learn a great deal about how battles were fought when the Métis resistance was overthrown. A glossary of Cree and French phrases used in the dialogue is included. The book also contains two maps - one of the Saskatchewan countryside near Duck Lake in 1885 and another of the area around Batoche.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
August 10, 2019
R041190
The Last Book in the Universe
Philbrick has written an imaginative, disturbing story about a bleak and dangerous future world. A teenage boy called Spaz, because of his epilepsy, undergoes a journey to find his adoptive sister, Bean. Spaz still has his memory because he cannot take the drug-like mindprobes that turn the others into zombies. Ryter, an old man, accompanies Spaz on his adventure because he is one of the few people who still remembers and values books. Lanya, a female "proov" (genetically improved human), takes the group to Eden, an idyllic proov community that is different from the dangerous toxic Urbs where "normals" live. When Ryter is killed by a mob, Spaz must tell his story in "the last book in the universe."
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Book
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$8.99
Record posted/updated:
January 18, 2019
R055525
The Losers' Club
This novel tells the story of one teenager's attempt to break free of his loser status. Fifteen-year-old Alex Sherwood starts the Losers' Club for the school outcasts in order to deal with the aggressive bullying at McLuhan High. Alex has a disability, but Lekich depicts Alex's disability as just another one of life's challenges as a teen. Alex suggests a contest with school bully Jerry Whitman in the local Christmas lights competition. Alex is supported by other teens who have been harassed by Jerry and by some sympathetic adults. Lekich shows how teens can deal with a number of issues such as bullying and peer pressure. Lekich portrays Alex not as a victim of his disability, but as an individual ready to deal with the world on his terms.
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Book
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$10.95
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R041273
The Outsiders
Ponyboy is only 14, but after his parents' death, he tries to keep the family together. Ponyboy's loyalties are to his brothers and to his gang. In this novel, there are two kinds of people in the world - greasers and socs. A soc (short for social) has money and can get away with almost anything. A greaser always lives on the outside and needs to watch his back. One night after a fight, Johnny kills a soc. Ponyboy learns that pain feels the same whether you are a soc or a greaser.
S. E. Hinton wrote this novel in 1967 when she was 16 years old and it has stood the test of time.
S. E. Hinton wrote this novel in 1967 when she was 16 years old and it has stood the test of time.
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Book
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$15.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040494
The People of Sparks
In this book, the sequel to The City of Ember, DuPrau continues the adventures of Doon and Lina, who have led the people from the underground city of Ember to the Earth's surface and the city of Sparks. The refugees are welcomed by the people of Sparks who live near a wasteland left by the disaster a long time ago that nearly destroyed most of civilization. Due to the differences between the sheltered, electric-powered life in Ember and the low-tech, farm-based existence in Sparks, conflict arises between the two groups. As conflict and violence escalate, Doon and Lina must find a solution that provides hope for the future of both groups.
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Book
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$8.99
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R043921
The Pigman
In this time-tested novel, teenagers John and Lorraine think the world is meaningless. An unusual friendship develops after John and Lorraine play a practical joke on a stranger, Angela Pignati. However, John and Lorraine get caught up in Pignati's "zest" for life. Now John and Lorraine feel more comfortable with him than they do in their own homes. When Mr. Pignati dies, John and Lorraine write their friend's story - the story of the Pigman.
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Book
Price :
$10.99
Record posted/updated:
January 30, 2019
R038207
The Same Stuff as Stars
This novel features a resilient but lonely, young girl who accepts the responsibilities of raising her brother in the absence of their parents. Left with their fragile great-grandmother, Angel copes with loneliness and the absence of parental love. A kind uncle and a benevolent librarian ignite the girl's passion for literature and astronomy. Convincing the neglected girl that she too is "made of the same stuff as stars" serves as a multilayered metaphor for this novel.
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Book
Price :
$11.50
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070719
The Soul Would Have No Rainbow If the Eyes Had No Tears and Other Native American Proverbs
This treasury of First Nations proverbs offers wisdom, advice and observations. Assembled through research, these sayings have been passed from generation to generation and encompass the values of American First Nations people. Each proverb lists the nation of origin. This learning resource illustrates how language provides the foundation for all learning.
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Book
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$14.50
Record posted/updated:
July 11, 2019
R070726
The Vocabulary-Enriched Classroom: Practices for Improving the Reading Performance of All Students in Grades 3 and Up
The book presents best practices to improve vocabulary instruction. The strategies are practical, classroom-based and can be used with reluctant readers and gifted learners. Chapters are sequential so an understanding of basic vocabulary principles are presented before they are taught to students with diverse needs. Novice and experienced educators would find this publication useful. The author suggests that educators can use the content of the book as a basis to re-examine their literacy instructional practices.
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Book
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$32.99
Record posted/updated:
May 24, 2017
R021790
The Wreckers
John Spencer survives a shipwreck off the barren coast of Cornwall. The community of Cornwall lures storm-tossed ships to crash upon the sharp rocks of its shore so people can feed and clothe themselves with the loot salvaged from the wreckage. John must try to save his father from a wrecker and in the process, learns about the people of Cornwall.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$7.99
Record posted/updated:
January 2, 2019
R037431
Theories of Relativity
In Theories of Relativity, Haworth-Attard has written about the harsh reality of young runaways living on the street. Dylan Wallace calls himself the "throwaway" child. His mother has three children fathered by different men. On his 16th birthday, his mother throws him out because his mouthy presence might prevent her from marrying her fiancé. Dylan struggles with the challenges he has received in life and he tries to avoid a life of crime and drugs.
Haworth-Attard provides a cast of secondary characters including Amber, who shows the difficulties she encounters when tries to extricate herself from street life once she becomes part of it. Dylan reads from Einstein's book about his theories of relativity and time and comes up with his own theories about life based on his experiences. Dylan is a clever young man who deals with harsh circumstances. Dylan grows and realizes his true potential as he matures while surviving on the street.
Haworth-Attard provides a cast of secondary characters including Amber, who shows the difficulties she encounters when tries to extricate herself from street life once she becomes part of it. Dylan reads from Einstein's book about his theories of relativity and time and comes up with his own theories about life based on his experiences. Dylan is a clever young man who deals with harsh circumstances. Dylan grows and realizes his true potential as he matures while surviving on the street.
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Book
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$7.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R029893
Topher
Liam and his family inherit a cabin north of Prince Albert. Liam wants to fix it up and sell it. Thirty years ago, Liam's older brother runs away and drowns near the cabin after a bitter argument with his dad who, upon hearing the news, commits suicide. Liam's children are puzzled by their father's attitude, so they set out to discover what happened. What they discover is quite different from what Liam believes happened.
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Book
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$4.95
Record posted/updated:
November 26, 2018
R070728
Touching My Father's Soul: A Sherpa's Journey to the Top of Everest
Written by Jamling Norgay, a Sherpa guide, this book is a tribute to his father who climbed with Sir Edmund Hilary and reached the summit in 1953. Norgay describes his experience of leading the IMAX team during the tragic 1996 summer climbing expedition. He parallels his journey with his father's experience, drawing heavily on his culture, his religious beliefs as a Buddhist and the climbing rituals of the Sherpas. Norgay provides insight into the reverence and respect his people have for the mountain.
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Book
Document
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$19.99
Record posted/updated:
November 26, 2018
R038200
Trial by Fire
Running serves as a method of escaping past and present conflicts for 17-year-old Nathan. Placed in an abusive foster home, Nathan's life is filled with obstacles ranging from an addicted mother to racist schoolmates. Accusations of arson set Nathan on an investigation to clear his name. Nathan's pursuit of the arsonist places him in dangerous predicaments that ultimately result in Nathan realizing that he does not have to be a victim of his circumstances.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.95
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R038303
Wendy
This novel about Wendy Darling, written before she met Peter Pan, deals with issues of infidelity, caregiver abuse, madness and maturation. Wendy is outspoken and often gets into trouble. After being severely punished by the nanny, she sneaks out of the nursery to spy on her parents at one of their parties. During the party, Wendy discovers that her father is unfaithful. Later, the children are sent to Rosegrove, a summer retreat. Wendy loves Rosegrove because she can see Thomas, who has a disability. Wendy learns that Thomas is really her brother who was sent away because he was not socially acceptable to her father. Wallace describes the hypocrisy and cruelty of the privileged class in early 20th-century London.
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Book
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$14.00
Record posted/updated:
November 26, 2018
R070727
What If...? Amazing Stories
The authors of the selections in this anthology are Canadian. Most are award winners and all are writers with a particular interest in the realm of science fiction and fantasy.
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Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
December 31, 2018
R036475
When Kids Can't Read: What Teachers Can Do. A Guide for Teachers 6-12
The author shares practical ideas for teachers to use when helping struggling readers. She believes teachers want to help struggling readers, students want to be helped and the right instruction can make a difference.
Beers reminds teachers that anyone can struggle with the text in a book. The issue is what the reader does when the text gets difficult. She provides suggestions to help struggling readers with: comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, word recognition and motivation.
The book includes a table of contents, appendices, references and and index.
Beers reminds teachers that anyone can struggle with the text in a book. The issue is what the reader does when the text gets difficult. She provides suggestions to help struggling readers with: comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, word recognition and motivation.
The book includes a table of contents, appendices, references and and index.
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Book
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$49.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R040338
White Girl
Jessie is the only white girl who lives on the reserve. When Jessie's Mom marries Martin and they move to Martin's home, readers learn about the issues that this family from two different cultures face. Admission to a new community is never easy and, in this situation, it is compounded by race.
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Book
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 1, 2019
R038254
Will's Garden
Will's "coming to manhood" ceremony precipitates the story in which Will considers serious issues in his community and in his life. The novel portrays the British Columbia First Nations matriarchal society and the impact that strong women have on Will. While this is not an action-filled book, it gives voice to many issues related to power, racism, bullying, love, homosexuality and stereotyping. The story demonstrates cross-cultural misapprehension and is told with compassion and humour.
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Book
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$16.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R025841
Willa's New World
Willa lives in London, England and when her parents and brother succumb to the London plague in 1795, her uncle has her shipped to York Factory in Canada. This novel transports the reader back in time to a world of filth, cold and misery as Willa works in the factory and then ventures on a four-month trek to Fort Edmonton. The role of First Nations people in trading goods and information is examined extensively including the role of First Nations women in the fur trade.
This novel would enhance a creative writing class, a unit on women's roles or an inquiry into the life of First Nations people.
This novel would enhance a creative writing class, a unit on women's roles or an inquiry into the life of First Nations people.
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Book
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$8.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
What are other useful materials?
Other Useful Materials
Other useful materials are documents, lesson plans or classroom activities that teachers may find useful in supporting the curriculum, but that have not typically undergone the same formal evaluation process that is required for core and additional resources.
R003028
ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Online enables you to connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps. It enables you to work with smart, data-driven styles and intuitive analysis tools that deliver location intelligence. It also enables the user to share insights with the world or specific groups. The website contains a tutorial, links to suggested subjects and projects, lesson plans and activities.
Links :
Click here
Media and Formats :
Video
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2022
R102404
Assessing, Evaluating, and Reporting Student Progress: Supporting English Language Arts
The purpose of this supporting document is to provide samples of assessment and evaluation tools teachers may use/adapt for their students as teachers implement an effective English Language Arts program.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R104355
CAMPUS
CAMPUS is the National Film Board’s exclusive education streaming service available at no cost to all teachers and students in Saskatchewan and is available on ROVER. Previewing resources is recommended.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2022
R019213
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 9: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students research and study what constitutes a society. Students explore the historical societies of Macedonia, Rome, England, Spain, France, and Mongolia. Through the study of earlier societies, students analyze the impacts of empire building, territorial expansion and colonialism on various Indigenous populations. In their research, students compare the factors that shape worldviews including time, place, culture, language, religion, gender identity, socio-economic situations and education, and how these factors are expressed in daily life.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102384
Conflicts and Choices - Doing the Right Thing: A Model Thematic Unit for Grade 9
This is a model thematic unit for Grade 9 English Language Arts. It focuses on doing the right thing when faced with conflict, challenge, or an issue and addresses a number of outcomes from the Comprehend and Respond (CR), Compose and Create (CC) and Assess and Reflect (AR) goals.
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Click here
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R104354
Curio
Curio is the CBC’s educational streaming service made available at no cost to Saskatchewan teachers and students by the Ministry of Education and is available on ROVER. Previewing resources is recommended.
Links :
Click here
Media and Formats :
Video
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 1, 2022
R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health and safety needs of staff, students and their families who self-identify as gender and/or sexually diverse; provide practical strategies, suggestions and frequently asked questions to support schools and communities as they work with students to anticipate and overcome challenges related to transphobia, homophobia and heterosexism; acknowledge the shared responsibility of ensuring that all students who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse have the same opportunities for safety, socialization and success in schools; assist educators in planning curricular-based instruction and assessment to meet the unique needs of gender and/or sexually diverse students; and assist school divisions and First Nations and Métis organizations to fulfill their ethical and professional responsibilities to provide safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students regardless of their actual or perceived differences.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019
R103623
Digital Citizenship Education in Saskatchewan Schools: A Policy Planning Guide for School Divisions and Schools to Implement Digital Citizenship Education from Kindergarten to Grade 12
This document provides guidelines for school divisions and school-based administrators who are developing digital citizenship policies. It is not a prescriptive policy; instead, it offers a roadmap for building appropriate school division policies and school-specific digital citizenship guidelines and procedures. Tools to help teachers, administrators and parents as they get started on the implementation of digital citizenship education for K-12 students are also included.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
September 8, 2022
R102388
English Language Arts 9. Context and Unit Grid - Semester One
The titles in this grid are examples of learning resources to support particular English language arts units for Grade 9.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 16, 2019
R070062
English Language Arts 9. Context and Unit Grid - Semester Two
The titles in this grid are examples of learning resources to support particular English language arts units for Grade 9.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 16, 2019
R102401
Exploring Loyalty, Love, and Relationships: A Model Thematic Unit for Grade 9
This is a model thematic unit for Grade 9 English Language Arts. It focuses on the role that love and loyalty play in relationships with friends, family, and special others. It addresses a number of outcomes from the Comprehend and Respond (CR), Compose and Create (CC), Assess and Reflect (AR) goals and invites students to explore and inquire about the English language.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R103070
Historical Learning Resources Updates
Learning Resources Updates provided an annual supplement to every subject-specific bibliography that supported K-12 curricula.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 2, 2019
R102399
Indigenous and Norse Narratives: A Model Genre Unit for Grade 9
This is a model genre unit for Grade 9 English Language Arts. It focuses on how the Indigenous and Norse narratives contain the beliefs and values of many peoples and are important foundational stories for Canadians. It addresses a number of outcomes from the Comprehend and Respond (CR), Compose and Create (CC), Assess and Reflect (AR) goals and invites students to explore and inquire about the English language.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R070158
Inquiry: Dr. J. Wilhelm Archived Webinar Part 1 "Preparing for Inquiry"
Dr. Jeffrey Wilhelm from Boise State University discusses inquiry learning as represented in Saskatchewan's K-12 curricula. This archived webinar supports teachers as they prepare to plan for inquiry-based teaching and learning. Visit the Saskatchewan School Library Association (SSLA) Inquiry website to find a wide variety of support materials and resources.
Media and Formats :
Book
Video
Website
Topic :
Inquiry
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R070157
Inquiry: Dr. J. Wilhelm Archived Webinar Part 2 "Planning for Inquiry"
Dr. Jeffrey Wilhelm from Boise State University discusses inquiry learning as represented in Saskatchewan's K-12 curricula. This archived webinar supports teachers in planning for inquiry-based teaching and learning. Visit the Saskatchewan School Library Association (SSLA) Inquiry website to find a wide variety of support materials and resources.
Media and Formats :
Book
Video
Website
Topic :
Inquiry
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102389
Listening
Listening is an essential part of the communication process. Because much of what students know is acquired through listening, it is essential that students have opportunities to practise the behaviours of effective listeners.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R103762
Opportunities to Address Child Abuse Prevention Education and Response
This document outlines curricular opportunities to address substance misuse in various subject areas
and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators
are noted.
and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators
are noted.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Topic :
Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R103748
Opportunities to Address Substance Misuse in Curriculum
This document outlines curricular opportunities to address substance misuse in various subject areas and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators are noted.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
April 18, 2019
R102392
Our Shared Linguistic and Cultural Roots: A Model Inquiry Unit for Grade 9
This is a model inquiry unit for Grade 9 English Language Arts. It focuses on the roots of the English language and its important place in the world family of languages. It addresses a number of outcomes from the Comprehend and Respond (CR), Compose and Create (CC), Assess and Reflect (AR) goals and invites students to explore and inquire about the English language.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102397
Reading
Reading is more than the decoding of written words into sound. Reading is a complex communication process that requires thought and individual construction of meaning.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102395
Representing
Representing allows students to make sense of their learning and to demonstrate their understanding in a variety of ways.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R012576
Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation's Indigenous Resources Review Committee Suggested Resources
These titles have been suggested by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation's Indigenous Resources Review Committee. Before using these resources in the classroom, educators should consider the sensitive, emotional issues related to tragic events in Indigenous history and consult their local resources evaluation policy.
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Central Urban Métis Federation Inc. (CUMFI)
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Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN)
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FourDirectionsTeachings.com
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Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research
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Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan
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Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN-S)
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The Virtual Museum of Métis History and Culture
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Unreserved
Media and Formats :
Book
Website
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
September 30, 2021
R003918
Shattering the Silence: The Hidden History of Indian Residential Schools in Saskatchewan
This resource extracts, reorganizes and compiles the school-specific Saskatchewan elements of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation reports and primary school documents as well as incorporates other resources and former residential school student accounts that have been recorded and published online.
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Document
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019
R102398
Speaking
Oral communication is a vital component of the English language arts curriculum and provides the base for growth in viewing, listening, reading, representing and writing abilities. Effective speakers use both verbal and non-verbal communication.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102407
Summarized Outcomes Across Areas of Study for Grades 6-9
This document is intended to assist teachers to integrate subjects across the curriculum.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 4, 2021
R007923
Supporting Reconciliation in Saskatchewan Schools
This site has been created by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education to support school staffs to work together to expand their understanding of truth and reconciliation as well as the history and legacy of residential schools. It contains tools and resources to support important conversations and professional development opportunities.
Links :
Click here
Media and Formats :
Website
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 22, 2019
R102379
Teachers Make the Difference: Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities at Middle and Secondary Levels
This document is a tool for teachers and professionals striving to address the unique learning needs of students who are struggling academically. These students may have characteristics of learning disabilities, or they may be identified as students with learning disabilities.
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R104586
Teaching Sensitive Content in the Classroom
The purpose of the presentation is to describe strategies teachers can use to approach content that may be perceived as sensitive in their community in order to:
- ensure the learning environment is safe for respectful dialogue;
- teach students how to think critically about any topic with an open mind; and,
- meet curricular outcomes.
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Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2022
R012571
The Adaptive Dimension for Saskatchewan K-12 Students
The Adaptive Dimension refers to the concept of making adjustments to any or all of the following variables: learning environment, instruction, assessment and resources. Adjustments to these variables are intended to make learning meaningful and appropriate and to support student achievement. In the
Saskatchewan context, differentiation is addressed through the Adaptive Dimension which enables all teachers to respond to student diversity, including their strengths and needs, interests, backgrounds, life experiences and motivations.
Saskatchewan context, differentiation is addressed through the Adaptive Dimension which enables all teachers to respond to student diversity, including their strengths and needs, interests, backgrounds, life experiences and motivations.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
September 4, 2024
R049237
The Secret Path (animated film)
This is the animated film based on the graphic novel Secret Path by Gord Downie and illustrated by Jeff Lemire.
Links :
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 3, 2021
R007925
Treaty Education Learning Resource
The Kindergarten to Grade 9 Treaty Education Learning Resource is designed for teachers to assist them in integrating the Treaty content and perspective with Saskatchewan's curricula and is based on the inquiry method of teaching. It provides information about Treaties, First Nations people and the history of what is now known as Saskatchewan, as well as sample learning experiences, assessment ideas and suggested resource materials to support teachers in the development of their lessons.
Links :
Click here
Media and Formats :
Website
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
March 11, 2020
R102702
Treaty Education Outcomes and Indicators
The Treaty Education outcomes and indicators at each grade level are designed to engage learners on a journey of inquiry and discovery. When meaningfully and thoughtfully incorporated into subject areas, Treaty Education moves beyond an idea to become actualized as a belief that benefits all learners.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019
R071478
Truth and Reconciliation Resources - English Language Arts
The titles listed below may support instruction in the classroom related to the history, work and ideals of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). These resources have not undergone the full evaluation process that is carried out for core and additional resources. Before using these resources in the classroom, educators should consider the sensitive emotional issues related to the work of the TRC and consult their local resources evaluation policy. Resources that appear on the core and additional resources lists and support the ideals of the TRC can be found by clicking on Truth and Reconciliation in the Filter by Content section of any resources list on the curriculum site that contains titles on this topic.
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My Name is Seepeetza
Media and Formats :
Book
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
April 21, 2022
R102391
Viewing
Whether students are viewing a picture, an illustration, a sign, a magazine, a television cartoon, an advertisement, a commercial, a DVD, a social networking site on the Internet or any other visual text, they need to make sense of it and respond appropriately.
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R102405
Writing
Writing is a complex process that allows writers to explore thoughts and ideas, and to make them visible and concrete. Writing and thinking are interwoven. Thinking is the foundation of writing and, because thinking is central to learning, students who are able to make their thought processes concrete through writing enhance learning capabilities.
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Document
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Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019