Meet Viola Desmond

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Civil rights
ISBN : 1443163872

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Meet Viola Desmond by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

Meet Viola Desmond, community leader and early civil rights trailblazer! On the night of November 8th 1946, Nova Scotia businesswoman Viola Desmond stood up for her right to be in the "unofficial" whites-only section of a New Glasgow movie theatre . . . and was arrested for it. Supported by the Nova Scotia Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NSCAACP) and the black-owned newspaper The Clarion, Viola took her quest for the right to freedom from discrimination to the courts. While she ultimately did not succeed, she was a beacon to other early civil-rights activists. Her sister Wanda worked hard to promote Viola's legacy, which has been finally honoured by Viola's inclusion on the new Canadian $10 bill. This new picture book biography series features simple text and full-colour, comic-flavoured illustration with speech balloons that help bring the story alive. Historical photos and a timeline support the narrative.

Author : Jody Nyasha Warner
Publisher : Groundwood Books Ltd
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780888997791

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Viola Desmond Won't Be Budged by Jody Nyasha Warner Pdf

Tells the story of Viola Desmond, an African Canadian woman who, in 1946, challenged a Nova Scotia movie theater's segregation policy by refusing to move from her seat to an upstairs section designated for use by blacks.

Author : Graham Reynolds
Publisher : Fernwood Publishing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-01T00:00:00Z
Category : History
ISBN : 9781773631240

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Viola Desmond by Graham Reynolds Pdf

Many Canadians know that Viola Desmond is the first Black, non-royal woman to be featured on Canadian currency. But fewer know the details of Viola Desmond’s life and legacy. In 1946, Desmond was arrested for refusing to give up her seat in a whites-only section of a movie theatre in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Her singular act of courage was a catalyst in the struggle for racial equality that eventually ended segregation in Nova Scotia. Authors Graham Reynolds and Wanda Robson (Viola’s sister) look beyond the theatre incident and provide new insights into her life. They detail not only her act of courage in resisting the practice of racial segregation in Canada, but also her extraordinary achievement as a pioneer African Canadian businesswoman. In spite of the widespread racial barriers that existed in Canada during most of the twentieth century, Viola Desmond became the pre-eminent Black beauty culturist in Canada, establishing the first Black beauty studio in Halifax and the Desmond School of Beauty Culture. She also created her own line of beauty products. Accessible, concise and timely, this book tells the incredible, important story of Viola Desmond, considered by many to be Canada’s Rosa Parks.

Author : Wanda Robson,Ronald Caplan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UCBK:C105390976

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Sister to Courage by Wanda Robson,Ronald Caplan Pdf

In Sister to Courage, Wanda takes us inside the world she shared with Viola and ten other brothers and sisters. Through touching and often hilarious stories, she traces the roots of courage and ambition, god fun and dignity, of the household that produced Viola Desmond. Tough and compassionate, Viola shines through beyond the moment she was carried out of Roseland movie theatre for refusing to sit I the blacks-only section. Viola emerges as a defender of family and a successful entrepreneur whose momentum was blocked by racism. With honesty and wit, Wanda Robson Tells her own brave story, giving new life to two remarkable women and the family the loved.

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-08
Category : Indian athletes
ISBN : 1443163910

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Meet Tom Longboat by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

Meet Tom Longboat, the Onondaga runner who broke world records . . . on his own terms! On April 19, 1907, a hundred thousand people lined up to watch the eighth running of the Boston Marathon. At the start of the race, more than one hundred runners surged forward, and at the end, Tom Longboat won it in a record-breaking 2 hours,24 minutes and 24 seconds. He became the most famous runner in the world, yet faced scrutiny and criticism of every part of his life, from his revolutionary training techniques to his Indigenous heritage. This picture book will introduce young readers to a brave and fascinating man whose legacy as Canada's foremost distance runner continues to be recognized to this day. This new biography series features accessible text, full-colour illustrations, with historical notes and timelines that provide even more information on Tom Longboat's background and incredible accomplishments.

Author : Troy Cummings
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781338034509

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Sneeze of the Octo-Schnozz: A Branches Book (The Notebook of Doom #11) by Troy Cummings Pdf

The S.S.M.P. goes up against their STINKIEST monster yet! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Everything stinks! Alexander, Rip, and Nikki aren't in the same class anymore. The monster notebook is missing. And a HONKing monster is sliming Stermont! Plus, actual smelly stuff is going missing all over town. Could all of these stinky things be connected? The S.S.M.P. will have to sniff out their latest monster!

Author : Steve Metzger
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780545349673

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Give Thanks for Each Day by Steve Metzger Pdf

A cuddle-up-together paperback to be thankful for! In concrete, simple, yet touching ways, Steve Metzger shows young children all the things they can be thankful for. A hug! A parade! A bath! A new toy! But also: Give thanks for the snowflakes That fall from above. For getting together With people you love. With a cadence and rhythm that's both soothing and inviting, this book can be shared with little ones at any time of day or night.

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Aeronautical engineers
ISBN : 1443170216

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Meet Elsie MacGill by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

The story of Canadian Elsie MacGill, the first woman to earn a master's degree in aeronautical engineering.

Author : Mem Fox
Publisher : Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780593304037

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The Tiny Star by Mem Fox Pdf

A beautiful and gentle story about life and death from beloved author Mem Fox, illustrated by rising star Freya Blackwood; its star imagery, and sense of rebirth make it a perfect choice for the holiday season. In this touching and timeless story, a star falls to earth where it becomes a baby and is embraced and cared for by the community. Renowned author Mem Fox's tender text about the journey of life is beautifully rendered by Freya Blackwood whose luminous illustrations capture the warmth and complexity of growing up. This a unique and moving story to be cherished by all ages and shared for generations to come. "Mem Fox's books are like a warm blanket; they have a way of making the world seem a little cosier." --Sunday Age (Australia)

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Feminists
ISBN : 1039579965

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Meet Thérèse Casgrain by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

"Meet Thérèse Casgrain, who battled for equality and social justice, and was the first woman to lead a political party in Canada! From 1916 to 1925, women across Canada were winning the right to vote, province by province... but not in Quebec. It took another fifteen years of protest and the leadership of Thérèse Casgrain for women there to get the right to vote in provincial elections. And that was only the start of Thérèse's 50-year career. She decided to change things from inside the government too, becoming the first woman to lead a political party in Canada. And although Therese may not have been elected, her decades long fight for equal rights, health care, and world peace is itself a victory."--

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1443182079

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Meet Terry Fox by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

Author : Lindsay Ruck
Publisher : Nimbus Publishing Limited
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-01-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1771089172

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Amazing Black Atlantic Canadians by Lindsay Ruck Pdf

Featuring over 50 historical and contemporary profiles, this fascinating book takes a look at the lives of Black Atlantic Canadians that saved lives, set records, and enacted great change.

Author : Elizabeth MacLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-01-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1443175617

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Scholastic Canada Biography: Meet Willie O'Ree by Elizabeth MacLeod Pdf

Meet Willie O'Ree--Hockey Hall of Famer and a trailblazer for diversity on and off the ice! On January 18, 1958, Willie O'Ree made history as the first black player in the NHL when he suited up with the Boston Bruins against the Montreal Canadiens. O'Ree went on to play a total of 45 games with the Bruins, a remarkable achievement considering what he overcame to get there. In addition to dealing with racism, bigotry and name-calling, Willie lived with a secret disability: he was blind in one eye -- a fact he had to keep to himself, or he'd never play in the NHL. Thanks to his relentless positivity and love of the game, Willie's time with the Bruins was only one of his many achievements in hockey. The Scholastic Canada Biography series aims to introduce young readers to remarkable Canadians whose lives and contributions have shaped our country and led the way for others to follow in their footsteps. Meet Willie O'Ree is no exception. This wonderful book is a celebration of his life from childhood to playing career, to his later work as an ambassador for NHL diversity, and to his eventual induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2018. Written by award-winning author Elizabeth MacLeod, this portrait of Willie O'Ree couples simple yet compelling writing with full-colour, comic-flavoured illustrations by Mike Deas that help bring this fascinating story to life!

Author : Manjusha Pawagi,Franson Leanne
Publisher : Spinifex Press
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1875559841

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The Girl Who Hated Books by Manjusha Pawagi,Franson Leanne Pdf

Picture story book for preschool and lower primary school children. Meena is unhappy because her house is full of books, until one day she learns that books can be fun.

Author : Mayann Francis
Publisher : Nimbus Publishing (CN)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1771087137

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Mayann Francis by Mayann Francis Pdf

When Mayann Francis was named Nova Scotia's first Black lieutenant-governor, she wondered if the community would accept her. Francis was born just three months after businesswoman Viola Desmond was arrested for sitting in a whites-only section of a movie theatre in New Glasgow. Had enough changed? In this candid memoir, Francis describes her journey from humble beginnings in Whitney Pier, the daughter of immigrants, to the vice-regal office. She explains how her religious faith and her family's belief in education equipped her for life's challenges, including the loss of much of her vision. Before Francis was named lieutenant-governor, she had earned a masters degree in New York City and worked in a series of senior positions. But her time in the vice-regal office was not without challenges. Francis was unable to live in Government House for much of her term because the official residence was being renovated. As the renovations dragged on, there were rumours, she writes, that some politicians and bureaucrats did not want her to ever move in. Was it, she asks, because she was Black? Francis poses tough questions in this book, but also offers advice and encouragement to anyone faced with challenges.