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"Wabusk Outside the Wire / Nanook Looking In" is Joseph Boyden's contribution to Northwords, a cross-platform project that takes urban Canadian writers to some of the world's m

An epic story of first contact between radically different worlds, steeped in the natural beauty and brutality of our country's formative years.

Northwords is a collection of stories written by acclaimed Canadian authors Joseph Boyden, Sarah Leavitt, Rabindranath Maharaj, Noah Richler, and Alissa York as they experienced one of Canada&#

In Joseph Boyden's novella, an Ojibwe boy runs away from a North Ontario Indian School.

An exploration of Canadian Remembrance Day history, customs, and traditions. Who are the people who offered their lives in war? Why do we remember them? How do we honour their memory?

The Canadian Civil Liberties Association celebrates its fiftieth anniversary with this overview of its activities--sometimes quiet and sometimes strident--as a watchdog and safeguard for Canadians

Christmas is a time for celebrating family, but there are many traditions that make Christmas special.

Spin the dreidel! Eat some latkes! Learn all about why people celebrate Hanukkah through bright illustrations, recall questions, and charming text.

Kwanzaa traces its origins to the American Civil Rights era. Critical thinking questions and fast facts prompt young readers to engage with this fun narrative and learn all about Kwanzaa.

Manuel will learn about food from around the world as his classmates share their families' food traditions.

Makayla's family is about to change with her baby brother's arrival. She goes on a mission to see how families are each unique.

Chloe is excited to pick out a special outfit for school, but she isn't sure of what to wear.

Day of the Dead is a holiday when families celebrate their loved ones who have died. Learn all about the customs of this holiday with text feature questions.