Colossal Canada
Paperback
About this book
100 things to make us stand up and belt out “O Canada!”
From Chris Hadfield to the maple leaf, peacekeeping to poutine, and mukluks, tuques, grizzlies, and chinooks, this fast-moving and eye-opening book will give young Canadians plenty to cheer about.
Colossal Canada is a wide-ranging round-up of the people, places, animals and events that make us uniquely Canadian. It includes chapters on unforgettable moments in our history, exceptional inventions, monsters and myths, and all of our biggest, best, highest, and most extreme accomplishments.
Kids and adults alike will love learning all about their home and native land — and sharing these fascinating facts with family and friends!
Awards
Shortlisted, Red Cedar Award (BC Young Readers' Choice) 2017
Shortlisted, OLA Silver Birch Award, Non-Fiction 2016
Shortlisted, Hackmatack Children's Choice Award (Atlantic Canada) 2016
Commended, TD Summer Reading Club 2017
Commended, Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre 2015
Commended, TD Summer Reading Club Selection 2017
Extras
Colossal Canada: Discussion Guide