Thirteen Cookies

Ask students to research the Thirteen Colonies at the time of the war. Have them note: Which colonies were considered loyalist? Which were considered in rebellion?

The Seven Year’s War

Have students research and explore the Seven Years’ War (French and Indian War). Ask them: How did it impact the coming war and hostilities between Upper Canada, Lower Canada and the United States? How did it shape the relationship between the Six Nations people and...

Explore Upper and Lower Canada

With students, explore maps of the areas in question: Upper and Lower Canada and the Eastern United States during the American War of Independence (1775–1783). Have students note the comparisons to modern-day cities, provinces and states. Locate the full territory of...

Vocabulary from the Middle East

In this book students will encounter a world and a life far from their own, both in time and space. This book is set in the Middle East, during the 6th century. Discuss the following words as they are used in this book and what they mean in this context: Hadith Spices...

Compassion and Empathy

This is a story about compassion and empathy. What do these words mean? Have students give examples of what it means to be compassionate. Can they think of any other books that address these themes?