Our Road to Democracy

Canada: Our Road to Democracy

By Alister Mathieson and Marianne Ilass
Illustrations by Derek Douglas

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Canada: Our Road to Democracy is a fun and refreshing and easy way to learn about the birth of Canada and how it evolved into one of the world’s greatest democracies. The A-Z book takes its readers on a journey through past and present. It highlights the characteristics that define Canada’s democracy and its relationship with the rest of the world. The book is extensively researched and covers all the important elements of the Canadian Social Studies curriculum. Sought after by teachers across the country as a “one and only” fun look the often unknown and misunderstood Parts of our parliamentary system.

“I really enjoyed the book and even learned a thing or two. On behalf of teachers, we THANK YOU”

—Megan McGibney, Teacher-Librarian, Orillia, Ontario.

Each letter in the book is introduced by our animal friends - Bo the Buffalo, Gabrielle the Canada goose, Miki the Moose and Bernie the Beaver. Their fun and understanding dialogue brings the content to life and the illustrations engage you in every letter and every conversation they have.

So don’t just think about Canada on July 01st. This book asks us to think about Canada every day and accept and embrace the responsibilities of being an active Canadian citizen. Above all, the book makes proud to be Canadian.

Details for Canada: Our Road to Democracy

AUTHORS
Alister Mathieson and Marianne Ilass

ILLUSTRATOR
Derek Douglas

ISBN
978-0-992-0824-3-7

PRICE
$8.95 plus HST (Hardcover) 64 pages

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Hear from our readers

"My 10 grandchildren call me 'Grandpa Book' because I read books to them. I can't wait to read Canada: Our Road to Democracy with them. First, the system of government and rule of law we have inherited and delivered is the envy of the world. We have learned how to make diversity and inclusiveness work for us. Second, it is the young who will be the stewards to make democracy work even better for the next generation and we should all start this journey as early as possible."

—His Excellency the Right and Honourable David Johnston, C.C., C.M.M., C.O.M., C.D. Former Governor General of Canada

"One of the reasons we are so lucky to be Canadian is that we live in a free and democratic country. But what does that really mean? And how did we get to this point? It wasn't always easy and a lot of men and women worked very hard to allow us the benefits we have today. Who were they, what did they to and why did they do it? These are all important questions answered in these pages. Enjoy and learn, because you will soon have the responsibility of making sure future Canadians have the same freedoms you have today."

—Peter Mansbridge, O.C., Former Chief Correspondent, CBC News

"This is truly a delightful and informative collection of all things Canadian. It is a window through which children (of all ages) can look and see this country and be reminded why Canada is such a wonderful place."

—Michael 'Pinball' Clemons, Canadian Football League Hall of Famer, Vice Chair of the Toronto Argonauts

"Everyone should be forced to read this book."

—The Globe and Mail

"I really enjoyed reading the book and even learned a thing or two. On behalf of teachers, we THANK YOU."

—Meagan McGibney, Teacher-Librarian in Orillia