M is for Maple [Hardcover]

Michael Ulmer (Author), Melanie Rose (Illustrator), Mike Ulmer (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up | Series: Discover the World

Whether sharing the stories of Anne of Green Gables or Terry Fox, or revealing Canada's importance in growing grain that feeds the world, "M is for Maple" is a shining tribute to Canada. In clever rhymes and informative text that sweeps you away like a sleek chinook, author Mike Ulmer shares the unique details and illustrator Melanie Rose has captured the splendor from the Northern lights to the cities of Toronto, Victoria, and Quebec. From British Columbia to Newfoundland, this alphabet book presents the symbols, history, people and culture of this great northern nation.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Hardcover: 56 pages
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press (July 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1585360511
• ISBN-13: 978-1585360512
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 10.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,315,110 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous "Eh? B.C." of Canada, full of nuggets of history!, August 27, 2002

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Jonathan Burgoine "bookseller" (Ottawa, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: M is for Maple (Hardcover)

Some of the letters in Ulmer and Rose's A-B-C of Canada are ones you'd expect: "T" is for Toronto, "Q" is for Quebec, and, of course, given the title, "M" is for Maple. While those few are expected, some of what Ulmer and Rose chose to exhibit for this distinctly Canadian A-B-C shows a delicate and wonderful understanding of both the child and adult audience of this book.

From Banting and Best, who gave the world Insulin, to Anne of Green Gables, to Terry Fox, and to - of all things - the Zipper, there are at least 26 nuggets of Canadian Heritage and History here that are presented in an accessible format for kids and adults alike.

Moreover, each page is not just the rhyming quartet for each letter - there is also a sidebar with a few paragraphs or so on the topic, or on other letter related topics. (E, which is for "Eh?" also contains a little write-up in the sidebar on Edmonton, for example. G stands both for Grain and the Governor General.)

The illustrations are beautiful - seeing the artistry of Terry Fox literally stopped me in my tracks. I remember seeing him run by when I was young, and the picture was a perfect capture of that moment.

The perfect Canadian kids book gift, for those relatives overseas, or for those who've been in Canada all their lives, "M is for Maple" has real information, lyrical rhymes, and great artistry. It belongs on any Canadian Youth's shelf, and has certainly found a place on my nephew's.

'Nathan

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic, July 25, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: M is for Maple (Hardcover)

This is a great book for all children, but especially for children living in other countries. It gives young children insight into Canada at their level. It is especially beneficial to Canadian children of servicemen living abroad or in my case my grandson who lives in the United States but has one Canadian parent. It introduces him to his dual heritage. I definetely recommend this book to all.

5.0 out of 5 stars ABC Book with Canadian Heart, March 26, 2011

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This review is from: M Is For Maple: A Canadian Alphabet (Alphabet Books) (Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated ABC book about all things Canada. Each lettered page delves into and illuminates the richness of Canadian history, and culture. Written in a rhyming lyrical form that elementary school age students' will enjoy.

The vastness of Canada both in land and her people will be touched upon; from classic literature such as "Anne of Green Gables", to famous scientists and politicians, wheat, maple syrup, and gold. From the spectacular aurora borealis, and the Calgary Stampede, to the many slaves who crossed into Canada to freedom, students and adults alike will learn new and interesting facts about the second largest geographic country in the world. Each page has a side bar with additional information written in a straightforward and succinct manner.