Professor Beaver

The Adlets have a curious origin. They are said to have been born from the union of a woman and a big red dog. The Alonquin tribes believed in the Adlets, and the myth has been passed from generation...

Alanis Obomsawin used the art of documentary film making to bring into public consciousness the plight of the indigenous people of Canada. As a member of the Abenaki Nation herself, Alanis...

Despite being in an era that's distant, ancient China set into motion several societal practices and values. Other than that, it also gave birth to inventions and pushed forward a lot of new...

There are many stories of sea serpents all around the world, so what makes the Caddy different? The Cadborosaurus is a supernatural being. There have been reported carcasses but they turned out to be...

Read the story of one of the best storytellers of Canada's Six Nations. Chief Dan George entered the silver screen to represent the indigenous people. He was Tsleil-Waututh actor and poet through and...

Clara Hughes is famous for being the only Canadian to have won medals at the Olympic Summer and Olympic Winter Games. You can say that Clara was born to be an athlete but it was her undying...

Daphne Odjig was a self-taught visual artist who showcased her originality, social awareness and feminism to create masterpieces that are reflective of he Anishinaabe culture. Daphne gave the...

This educational book for kids features the life of Elijah Harper, an Oji-Cree politician, consultant and policy analyst. He achieved great milestones for the Aboriginal people. He was recognized all...

Gord Downie was more than just a musician. His music told stories of Canada. His lyrics celebrated myths. Through his songs, Canadians slowly realized the richness of their historical and cultural...

Harold Cardinal lived a life of resistance and fulfillment. He was a man who initiated program that affirm Indigenous religion, tradition and culture. He was a also a leader who explored treaty...

Stories about Hiawatha come in many versions. This educational book tells the tale of Hiawatha as an important precolonial figure who united the Five Nations. Reading Hiawatha's tale will open the...

If you're playing basketball, that's science in action! Science is all around us and in everything that we do this even more true for basketball. Issac Newton explains the concept of Motion in...

Did you know that beneath the waves, landforms are also found? There are underwater volcanoes, trenches and ridges and they're as pretty (and sometimes as dangerous) as they are on land. Luckily, you...

Kateri Tekakwitha lost all reasons to smile when an epidemic of smallpox in her village made her an orphan. But instead of giving up, she persevered to live on. Kateri was a pious girl who defied...

Lester B. Pearson was yet another Canadian who left huge marks on history books. He was a statesman, public servant, politician and professor who led a government of notable legacy. What were these...

You can't believe the story of how Leto gave birth to her twins! This story is one of motherly love and a woman's jealousy. You will also learn about geography because yes, the Greek island of Delos...

Louis Riel was a brilliant man who made change happen. He was a Metis leader who played a vital role in bringing Manitoba into the Confederation. He led the resistance to Canadian intrusion on Metis...

Did you know that Marshall McLuhan was the first to study the effects of mass media on thought and behavior? McLuhan was a communication theorist, which means he studied heavily on the effects of...

In this book, you're going to visit the major cities of Islamic rule. Going through these places will reveal distinct similarities and differences compared to where you are located today. Being aware...

According to legends, there's a monster living in Muskrat Lake. The monster is a cryptid, which means that its existence has been claimed but never proven. Canada, as you would notice, is home to a...

In Canadian history, there was a hero who could breathe life. That hero is known as Nanabozo, also called the Trickster. Nanobozo is neither male nor female. Its appearance is changing, each...

Nellie McClung dared to challenge the status quo. When she was still alive, women were not allowed to vote and were treated unequally. Together with the "Famous 5," Nellie petitioned the Supreme...

Did you know that of all the sea monsters, it's the Ogopogo that is best documented? This means you could be learning more about it one go than you would with the Loch Ness monster. Remember that...

Imagine this: the Sasquatch is a huge monster with blonde hair. With that distinguishing feature, the Sasquatch should be easy to spot, right? But like all other myths, there has never been any...

Rosemarie Kuptana is no ordinary woman. She is a Canadian politician and an Inuit rights activist. She is also a broadcaster and a journalist. But did you know that she was born on an igloo while her...

Sir Fredrick Banting - Medical Scientist And Doctor Who Co-Discovered Insulin | Canadian History For Kids | True Canadian HeroesAuthor: BeaverPublisher: Professor BeaverPublication Date: Jan 03,...

Who was Terry Fox? Why do Canadians name schools, roads, buildings, and parks after him? Know Terry Fox's story through this educational book for kids. Be inspired by his determination, hardwork and...

Charles Darwin theorized that humans evolved from apes. He has scientific facts and years of research to back him up. This book will give you a general overview of Darwin's study. Your child may not...

The Science And Inventions Of The Islamic Golden Age - Religion And Science | Characteristics Of Early Societies Grade 4Author: Professor BeaverPublisher: Professor BeaverPublication Date: Dec 20,...

You can ask your second grader what he/she thinks are the most useful animals, and the answer would probably be farm animals. This book will go through some of the useful animals known to man, and...