“A biography of a Czech girl who died in the Holocaust, told in alternating chapters with an account of how the curator of a Japanese Holocaust center learned about her life after Hana’s suitcase was sent to her.” Hana’s suitcase anniversary album / by Karen Levine As questions come from a young grandchild, his grandpa talks about how, as a very young man, he was as proud as a peacock in uniform, busy as a beaver on his Atlantic crossing, and brave as a lion charging into battle”.ĩ. “Much has been written about war and remembrance, but very little of it has been for young children. Proud as a peacock, brave as a lion / Jane Barclay illustrated by Renné Benoit Explaining why we wear poppies, the book goes on to explore what Remembrance Day means for people today and describes the work of the British Legion.Ĩ. Looking back at the First and Second World Wars, this book investigates the origins of Remembrance Day, and how its significance has grown to incorporate conflicts up to the present day. The familiar poem, “In Flanders Fields,” is included, along with information about the symbolism and history of the poppy and Remembrance Day – all geared towards helping parents and teachers explain the significance of past and present wars and Canada’s peacekeeping missions.” The text is simple and is combined with stunning paintings by award-winning illustrator Ron Lightburn. “With soothing words and illustrations aimed specifically at younger readers, children will learn how the bright red poppy became the symbol for honouring those who fought for freedom. A poppy is to remember / Heather Patterson Ron Lightburn. Moving text coupled with stunning illustrations by Governor General’s Award-winning artist Ron Lightburn explain the symbolism behind the poppy.Ī bonus for teachers is the five-page spread all about the poem, “In Flanders Fields,” Canada’s wartime and peacekeeping endeavours, and the adoption of the poppy as our Remembrance Day emblem.Ħ. Ce po’me est le point de d’part d’une vaste campagne qui vise ? aider les victimes de la guerre, tout en rappelant aux autres combien il a fallu de courage pour survivre ? cette p’riode troubl’e. Un po’me sur l’espoir qu’inspire le coquelicot, qui s’?panouit l? o? la guerre a d’cim? tant d’humains. Un coquelicot pour se souvenir / Heather Patterson Ron Lightburn text français de Claudine Azoulay This book describes how people around the world hold similar services featuring poppies, poems, and special prayers.”ĥ. “Each year on November 11th, millions of people in Canada and other countries in the Commonwealth take time to remember the men and women who served their countries during times of war. On Remembrance Day presents the origins, traditions, and customs of Canada’s Remembrance Day in a fashion that is engaging and easy to read. Through every generation there are Canadian families who have lost loved ones to international conflict and war. Canada has developed unique ways of honouring and demonstrating respect for its war dead and veterans. This book is meant to answer the questions kids ask about Remembrance Day and to explain how and why we honour the men and women who have served our country. Who are the people who offered their lives in war? Why do we remember them? How do we honour their memory?įor children learning about remembrance and the human toll of war, there can be hard questions to answer. Also included are accounts of McCrae’s experience in his field hospital and the circumstances that led to the writing of “In Flanders Fields.”Īn exploration of Canadian Remembrance Day history, customs, and traditions. “In this award-winning book, the lines of the celebrated poem are interwoven with fascinating information about the First World War (1914-1918) and details of daily life in the trenches in Europe. In Flanders Fields: the story of the poem by John McCrae / Linda Granfield Janet Wilson with an introduction by Dr. Each title provides information about the history, symbols, and traditions of these special days.”Ģ. “Canadian Celebrations provides an exciting look at the events that people take part in during Canada’s major holidays. Remembrance Day: “Lest we forget” / Jill Foran Here are just a few titles that will be displayed on our main level feature wall:ġ. From November 1-11, the UBC Education Library Collection Spotlight will feature Remembrance Day books and books about war.
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