Canada ABCs

August 1, 2004
Gr 2-4-These titles contain well-chosen details that go beyond what might be found in encyclopedia entries or typical country books. For example, the first book includes Canadian comedians and currency (loonie); New Zealand offers an alternate name for the country-Godzone, short for "God's Own Country." The factual approach in the writing makes it user-friendly for young researchers. A synopsis of important facts is appended. The digitally prepared illustrations, although colorful and bright, are too primitive and "sketchy" for books of this nature, and provide little information. Child appeal is limited, although the many unique facts will make these titles useful tools for independent research projects.-Corrina Austin, Locke's Public School, St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada

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