Understanding Canadian Government and Citizenship (Expedition)  

This dynamic series introduces young readers to the three levels of government in Canada and its impact on daily life. It also explores the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Colourful flowcharts and diagrams illustrate government processes, while sidebars examine contemporary issues and invite readers to think critically about modern Canadian politics.

Understanding Geology (Lighthouse)  

Each title in the Understanding Geology series introduces a different type of rock or mineral and shows why it is a special part of our planet. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Understanding Viruses

The Understanding Viruses series explores the science behind viruses. Using real-world examples, this compelling series provides learners an in-depth look at what viruses are, how they spread, and how people can stay safe from them. With easy-to-read text, vivid photos, and fascinating facts, this series is sure to engage young readers as they learn how to protect themselves during epidemics and pandemics.

Unexplained, The  

The world is full of mysteries. Do Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and ghosts exist? Can people really use ESP to see events with their mind? Has wreckage from a UFO been recovered? What are the different kinds of near-death experiences people have reported? All of these questions are addressed in this series that provides arguments for and against the existence of these unexplained phenomena.

Unicycle Dad

Sarah knows her unicycle-riding dad is special--even as Sarah cooks, takes care of her brother, and does homework on her own. When her dad finally graduates from high school, gets a second job, and eventually lands a promotion, Sarah realizes there's so much more that's special about him. Unicycle Dad shares the inherent struggles and quiet joys of a single-parent, impoverished household. Raised by a single, teenage father in poverty, author Sarah Hovorka grew up in a family structure lived by m

Unique Animals of North America (Butter Tarts)  

Meet some of the fascinating animals only found in North America. Each book introduces readers to the animalÎs life,habitat, diet, appearance, and behaviours. Readers will explore what helps each animal survive in its natural habitat and the changes it goes through as it completes a life cycle. Colourful photos, maps, and infographics aid readers in learning more about the animals living on their continent.

USA TODAY Health Reports: Diseases and Disorders  

This engaging medical series focuses on some of tday’s most topical diseases. Timely topics are introduced through case studies, and colourful side bars and graphics provide in-depth details. These books are perfect for reports and informative reading.

Using Makerspaces for School Projects  

ThereÎs a trend emerging in makerspaces, or community tech labs where people build gadgets from robots to an array of products with 3D printers, and more. This collection shows readers how makerspaces can help them innovate their school projects. Each book serves as a primer, providing readers with a general introduction to these tech labs and showing them where and how they can get involved with the maker community to create cutting-edge and innovative projects tailored to school assignments an

Values (My Young LIbrary)  

Visitor, The  

The Visitor is a story about friendship and shyness that plays out in a mini theatre, as a child unwittingly brings light and colour-literally-into a lonely person's life. The unique artwork has a doll's house appeal. Damm creates a diorama from cardboard and photographs the scenes, giving the illustrations a special luminosity and depth.