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Big Book of Canada : Exploring the Provinces and Territories by Christopher Moore (2002, Hardcover)
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THE BIG BOOK OF CANADA: EXPLORING THE PROVINCES AND TERRITORIES By Christopher Moore & Bill Slavin & Janet Lunn - Hardcover **Mint Condition**.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTundra Book Group
ISBN-100887764576
ISBN-139780887764578
eBay Product ID (ePID)2364620
Product Key Features
Book TitleBig Book of Canada : Exploring the Provinces and Territories
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicPeople & Places / General, People & Places / Canada / General
Publication Year2002
IllustratorYes, Slavin, Bill
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorChristopher Moore
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight51.1 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width8.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2002-101971
Reviews"The Big Bookmoves…across the continent from east to west…Bill Slavin's inimitable watercolours, supplemented by black-and-white and colour photographs, add their own touch of whimsy to this excellent addition to school or home bookshelf." The Globe and Mail "…this book provides readers with a wealth of information…what sets [it] apart from the rest is the inclusion of little-known interesting facts…A valuable resource for any library or classroom…Highly Recommended." CM Magazine "… an outstanding book… [I]llustrations…complement the text and add great visual appeal for the readers… Presented in a style which will appeal to the younger reader, it will also be welcomed by older readers and even adults. The information is accurate and well-researched…This book can be used in Canadian social studies programs at the elementary, junior high and high school levels. It will be welcomed by teachers and students alike. It is highly recommended as a purchase for school and public libraries or as an addition to family collections about Canada." Resource Links "This is a big book and an excellent addition to classroom and library resources…it is an intelligent and well-researched book that is insightful and interesting." Children's Book News "…no current text matches its depth and breadth. Though written for ages eight and up, Moore's text will engross readers much younger and older, making it an excellent family as well as library resource…For once, Canada's writers and artists get plenty of attention, and teachers in particular will appreciate the list of suggested fiction about each territory." Quill & Quire "…LOTS of information…is presented in a clear, straightforward manner." Toronto Families "…it is 256 pages of important and quirky facts about different parts of the country…Parents are quite likely to find themselves thumbing through this beautifully illustrated book…Dedicated young readers will devour it from cover to cover, others will flip through, stopping where fancy leads and others will treat it as a reference book. In all cases it makes a lovely, lasting gift." The New Glasgow Evening News "…an encyclopedia with a sense of fun." The Ottawa Citizen "The Big Book of Canadadoes a wonderful job of displaying the country 'as a collection of neighbourhoods with personalities.'…It is full of photos and delightful illustrations…This is indeed abigbook, with a delightful approach to the celebration of a great country in the variety and diversity of all its neighbourhoods…an excellent and entertaining resource…" Book Loons Teens Reviews, " The Big Book moves…across the continent from east to west…Bill Slavin's inimitable watercolours, supplemented by black-and-white and colour photographs, add their own touch of whimsy to this excellent addition to school or home bookshelf." The Globe and Mail "…this book provides readers with a wealth of information…what sets [it] apart from the rest is the inclusion of little-known interesting facts…A valuable resource for any library or classroom…Highly Recommended." CM Magazine "… an outstanding book… [I]llustrations…complement the text and add great visual appeal for the readers… Presented in a style which will appeal to the younger reader, it will also be welcomed by older readers and even adults. The information is accurate and well-researched…This book can be used in Canadian social studies programs at the elementary, junior high and high school levels. It will be welcomed by teachers and students alike. It is highly recommended as a purchase for school and public libraries or as an addition to family collections about Canada." Resource Links "This is a big book and an excellent addition to classroom and library resources…it is an intelligent and well-researched book that is insightful and interesting." Children's Book News "…no current text matches its depth and breadth. Though written for ages eight and up, Moore's text will engross readers much younger and older, making it an excellent family as well as library resource…For once, Canada's writers and artists get plenty of attention, and teachers in particular will appreciate the list of suggested fiction about each territory." Quill & Quire "…LOTS of information…is presented in a clear, straightforward manner." Toronto Families "…it is 256 pages of important and quirky facts about different parts of the country…Parents are quite likely to find themselves thumbing through this beautifully illustrated book…Dedicated young readers will devour it from cover to cover, others will flip through, stopping where fancy leads and others will treat it as a reference book. In all cases it makes a lovely, lasting gift." The New Glasgow Evening News "…an encyclopedia with a sense of fun." The Ottawa Citizen " The Big Book of Canada does a wonderful job of displaying the country 'as a collection of neighbourhoods with personalities.'…It is full of photos and delightful illustrations…This is indeed a big book, with a delightful approach to the celebration of a great country in the variety and diversity of all its neighbourhoods…an excellent and entertaining resource…" Book Loons Teens Reviews
Dewey Edition21
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromFourth Grade
Dewey Decimal971
Grade ToSeventh Grade
SynopsisThis gorgeous book is the must-have geography resource for every young reader. Leading the reader across Canada, province by province, veteran writer Christopher Moore introduces the things that make this country unique. Each province and territory is explored and defined not only by its physical features, but also by its history, the people that make up its population, and the industry and culture that distinguish each region. The book is lavishly illustrated by well-known artist Bill Slavin, and features 150 full color photos. The gift book, reference book, and just plain fun-to-read book of the season - and many seasons to come, This gorgeous book is the must-have geography resource for every young reader. Leading the reader across Canada, province by province, veteran writer Christopher Moore introduces the things that make this country unique. Each province and territory is explored and defined not only by its physical features, but also by its history, the people that make up its population, and the industry and culture that distinguish each region. The book is lavishly illustrated by well-known artist Bill Slavin, and features 150 full color photos. The gift book, reference book, and just plain fun-to-read book of the season and many seasons to come!
LC Classification NumberF1008.2.M66 2002
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