Children’s Book Review: Oh Canada!
August 5, 2009 by Karlynn Johnston
Filed under Book Nook
This book is one of the best I have found for helping children learn about the provinces and territories. I loved the fact that each page features the flag, plus the official tree, flower and bird for each province. It is a unique way to learn about these instead of memorizing them by rote. Instead, it is a visual delight to discover each as you read along with your child. And I must admit, I learned a lot as well!
Reading level: Grades: Preschool to 2 , Ages: 3 to 7
Page Count: 32 pages
Publisher: Kids Can Press (Feb 1 2009)
What to expect: strong, bold colored pictures, information about each province/territory
Publisher’s synopsis: This colorful whirlwind journey across Canada takes young readers from coast to coast to coast, revealing the awe-inspiring scope and iconic images of their amazing country. Like the other bestsellers in the Canada Concept Books series, this book is not only an introduction to Canada, but also a popular souvenir book for tourists and an ideal gift.
Bike along PEI’s red dirt roads, set sail in Quebec City, help with the harvest near Saskatoon or hike a glacier in Yukon Territory in the company of the familiar lovable cast of animal characters.
Along the way, children will learn about the flags and the official trees, flowers and birds of each province or territory. A more immediate and memorable introduction to the imagery of Canada — and to what makes our country unique — has never before been published.
About the Author:Per-Henrik Gürth is a graphic designer and illustrator who has illustrated more than a dozen children’s books in his native Germany. He now lives in Toronto, Ontario.
Our Rating: 5 out of 5
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