What are "snow worms"? Are there more moose than people in the Yukon? What is the meaning of the word "Niagara"? Where will you find the world's largest perogy? Does Elvis have a street in Ottawa named after him? What was Pierre Elliott Trudeau's favourite snack food? Which province was the last to shift traffic from the left-hand side of the road to the right? These are some of the questions that are asked - and answered - in 1000 Questions About Canada. Every reader with an ounce (or a gram) of curiosity will find these intriguing questions and thoughtful answers fascinating to read and ponder. This book is for people who love curious lore and who want to know more about the country in which they live.

This fun, informative celebration of Canada is a combination rhyming alphabet book and compendium of factual information about Canada from "Aurora Borealis" to "Zellers" that uses a blend of poetry, prose, posters, jokes, and quizzes--many with a humorous twist--to educate and inform a diverse readership.

Canada has participated in battles that have shaped our nation and the world. Explore the history of these battles and learn about ways in which Canada has made a difference in times of conflict. This series honours Canadians who have answered the call in times of need to defend our country.

Canada has participated in battles that have shaped our nation and the world. Explore the history of these battles and learn about ways in which Canada has made a difference in times of conflict. This series honours Canadians who have answered the call in times of need to defend our country.

Canada has participated in battles that have shaped our nation and the world. Explore the history of these battles and learn about ways in which Canada has made a difference in times of conflict. This series honours Canadians who have answered the call in times of need to defend our country.

Canada has participated in battles that have shaped our nation and the world. Explore the history of these battles and learn about ways in which Canada has made a difference in times of conflict. This series honours Canadians who have answered the call in times of need to defend our country.

Canada has participated in battles that have shaped our nation and the world. Explore the history of these battles and learn about ways in which Canada has made a difference in times of conflict. This series honours Canadians who have answered the call in times of need to defend our country.

Compiles one thousand facts about Canada on topics that include communication, geography, people, places, and things to provide a portrait of the country.

A kid's reference featuring facts and trivia focusing on Canada's records, achievements and gee-whiz accomplishments. This newly designed, patriotic celebration of Canada's superlatives, complete with 600 color photographs, presents young readers with a visual feast of facts, figures and feats that make Canada unique. Covering everything from Drake to doughnuts, Canadian Geographic Canada for Kids is packed with awesome trivia and cool facts. Whether it be Bianca Andreescu's amazing U.S. Open victory or Aaron Gregg's chainsaw juggling world record, no stone is left unturned in finding out the country's fascinating tidbits. Here's a sampling of some facts you'll find in this eye-popping volume: The Fastest Trip Across Canada on Foot: Al Howie of England took 72 days, 10 hours and 23 minutes, according to Guinness World Records. The 7,295.5 km trek from St. John's to Victoria took place from June 21 to September 1, 1991. Most Top 10 Songs in One Year: In 2018, Canadian rapper Drake dethroned the Beatles as the artist with the most Top 10 songs on Billboard's Hot 100 chart in a single year when his song "MIA" reached number 5 on the list -- Drake's 12th single to reach the Top Ten list that year. With facts and figures for every province and territory and covering an endless array of topics -- from the country's largest land masses to its smallest residents -- Canadian Geographic Canada for Kids is a fun, fact-packed book that's perfect for all ages.

Who's in charge here, anyway? Canadian Government takes a close-up look at how our country is run at all levels - from federal politics in Ottawa to provincial politics and down to the municipal level. Readers meet some famous Canadian politicians and learn the structure and function of different governing bodies, what it means to be a constitutional monarchy, and why it's important for citizens to vote. This Canada Close Up title includes a table of contents, index and helpful glossary of terms. With concise, engaging text and bright, full-colour photographs throughout, Canadian Government shows young readers all the ways they can be involved in government - at any age.