When Linna, 12, moves from Germany with her mother and brother to Canada where her father has been working, she fears that she will be forced to give up her dream of becoming an opera singer.
Americas
Materials from the Americas
Mexico
Examines the geography, history, economy, society, and culture of Mexico.
Taking Wing
With his father in the Army Air Corps and his mother diagnosed with tuberculosis, thirteen-year-old Gus sets out to incubate a nest of orphaned duck eggs on his grandparents’ farm in Vermont.
Heart Of A Jaguar
Balam, a Mayan boy struggling to achieve manhood, participates in fasts, prayers, and rituals to appease the gods and bring rain to his village.
Mexico: The Culture
Explores the culture of Mexico, including religions, holidays and festivals, arts, food and leisure activities.
No One Must Know
It is 1957 and Alexandra’s immigrant family is living the North American dream. Her world is turned upside down when she discovers that her parents, who emigrated from Hungary, are not Catholic as she has been raised but Jewish.
Ottawa: A Kid’s Eye View
Acclaimed photographer J.A. Kraulis explores Ottawa over the course of four seasons. His stunning color photographs will keep young readers interested as they learn the story of this rough and tumble lumber town, now the capital of Canada.
A Dirty Deed
In 1952 Alberta, Canada, best friends Will and Arthur witness a young Indian being hunted down by old man Howe. When they investigate, they discover secrets hidden for generations. A companion to Across the Steel River.
A Ticket To Mexico
This colorful picture book makes Mexico’s history, geography, food, art, festivals, and sports accessible to young readers.
O Canada
An artist celebrates the beautiful and varied Canadian landscape in these impressionistic descriptions and full-color paintings of Canada’s provinces and territories, from Newfoundland to the Northwest Territories.