A Canadian History for Boys and Girls
By Emily Poynton Weaver
Length8h 23m
About this audiobook
In "A Canadian History for Boys and Girls," Emily Poynton Weaver presents an engaging and accessible narrative that brings to life the rich tapestry of Canada's past. Written in a lively and descriptive style, the book adapts historical facts and events into compelling stories that capture the imagination of younger readers. Weaver employs a combination of vivid storytelling and age-appropriate language, emphasizing key figures, events, and social changes that have shaped the nation. This work occupies a unique place in the literary context of educational children's literature, aiming to instill a sense of national pride while fostering a critical understanding of history. Emily Poynton Weaver, an esteemed educator and historian, possessed a profound passion for educating youth about their heritage, which is evident throughout this work. Her own experiences growing up in Canada and her commitment to inclusive history greatly informed her writing process. Weaver's extensive background in teaching and history contributes to her ability to present complex themes in a simplified yet engaging manner. This biography of a nation reflects her desire to empower young readers by connecting them to their roots. This book is highly recommended for educators, parents, and young readers alike who wish to explore Canada's history in a fun and informative way. Its educational value, combined with captivating narratives, makes it an essential addition to any child's library. "A Canadian History for Boys and Girls" not only enlightens but also inspires, making the past resonate with the imagination of future generations.
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GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
42CHAPTER III. POLITICAL STRIFE.
2PART I. THE STRUGGLE FOR POSSESSION.: INTRODUCTION.
43CHAPTER IV. THE WAR WITH THE UNITED STATES, 1812.
3BOOK I. THE RULE OF THE TRADING COMPANIES.
44CHAPTER V. WAR WITH THE UNITED STATES, 1813.
4CHAPTER I. THE NATIVE RACES.
45CHAPTER VI. THE END OF THE WAR, 1814.
5CHAPTER II. A CENTURY OF DISCOVERY.
46CHAPTER VII. LORD SELKIRK’S SETTLEMENTS.
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6CHAPTER III. THE SETTLEMENT OF ACADIA.
47CHAPTER VIII. THE MARITIME PROVINCES AFTER THE WAR.
7CHAPTER IV. CANADA UNDER CHAMPLAIN.
48CHAPTER IX. UPPER CANADA AFTER THE WAR.
8CHAPTER V. THE FRENCH AND ENGLISH AT WAR.
49CHAPTER X. MACKENZIE AND COLBORNE.
9CHAPTER VI. THE INDIANS AND THE MISSIONARIES.
50CHAPTER XI. STORMY YEARS IN LOWER CANADA.
10CHAPTER VII. EVENTS IN ACADIA FROM 1632 TO 1667.
51CHAPTER XII. UPPER CANADA ON THE BRINK OF REBELLION.
11CHAPTER VIII. SOCIAL CONDITIONS UNDER THE COMPANIES.
52CHAPTER XIII. THE REBELLION, 1837.
12BOOK II. NEW FRANCE AND ITS ROYAL GOVERNORS.
53CHAPTER XIV. LORD DURHAM.
13CHAPTER I. DE TRACY AND TALON.
54CHAPTER XV. THE UNION OF UPPER AND LOWER CANADA.
14CHAPTER II. FRONTENAC AND LA SALLE.
55CHAPTER XVI. STRUGGLE FOR REFORM IN THE MARITIME PROVINCES.
15CHAPTER III. LA BARRE AND DENONVILLE.
56CHAPTER XVII. SOCIAL CONDITIONS, 1791-1841.
16CHAPTER IV. STRIFE IN ACADIA AND ON HUDSON BAY.
57BOOK III. STEPS TOWARDS CONFEDERATION.
17CHAPTER V. COUNT DE FRONTENAC AGAIN.
58CHAPTER I. THE WORKING OF THE NEW PLAN OF GOVERNMENT.
18CHAPTER VI. QUEEN ANNE’S WAR.
59CHAPTER II. BOUNDARY TROUBLES.
19CHAPTER VII. TROUBLOUS TIMES IN ACADIA.
60CHAPTER III. THE REBELLION LOSSES BILL.
20CHAPTER VIII. THE WAR OF THE AUSTRIAN SUCCESSION.
61CHAPTER IV. TRADE AND RAILWAYS.
21CHAPTER IX. THE BOUNDARY QUARRELS.
62CHAPTER V. TROUBLOUS TIMES.
22CHAPTER X. THE FOURFOLD PLAN OF ATTACK.
63CHAPTER VI. VANCOUVER AND BRITISH COLUMBIA.
23CHAPTER XI. OPENING OF THE SEVEN YEARS’ WAR.
64CHAPTER VII. DEAD-LOCK.
24CHAPTER XII. THE FALL OF QUEBEC.
65CHAPTER VIII. THE QUEBEC SCHEME OF CONFEDERATION.
25CHAPTER XIII. THE CAPITULATION OF CANADA.
66CHAPTER IX. A WAITING TIME.
26CHAPTER XIV. SOCIAL CONDITIONS UNDER THE FRENCH KINGS.
67CHAPTER X. CONFEDERATION ACCOMPLISHED.
27PART II. THE GROWTH OF THE PROVINCES.: INTRODUCTION.
68CHAPTER XI. SOCIAL CONDITIONS, 1841-67.
28BOOK I. FRENCH AND ENGLISH LAWS.
69PART III. THE GROWTH OF THE NATION.: INTRODUCTION.
29CHAPTER I. THE INDIAN WAR AND CHIEF PONTIAC.
70THE GROWTH OF THE NATION.
30CHAPTER II. THE KING’S PROCLAMATION AND THE QUEBEC ACT.
71CHAPTER I. THE RED RIVER REBELLION.
31CHAPTER III. THE AMERICAN INVASION.
72CHAPTER II. FROM EAST TO WEST.
32CHAPTER IV. THE END OF THE WAR.
73CHAPTER III. THE MACKENZIE MINISTRY.
33CHAPTER V. EVENTS IN NOVA SCOTIA.
74CHAPTER IV. UNDER LORD LORNE’S RULE.
34CHAPTER VI. THE UNITED EMPIRE LOYALISTS.
75CHAPTER V. THE NORTH-WEST REBELLION.
35CHAPTER VII. THE FOUNDING OF NEW BRUNSWICK.
76CHAPTER VI. THE CLOSING YEARS OF MACDONALD’S MINISTRY.
36CHAPTER VIII. CANADA DIVIDED.
77CHAPTER VII. RECENT EVENTS.
37CHAPTER IX. EXPLORERS AND FUR-TRADERS.
78CHAPTER VIII. SOCIAL CONDITIONS.
38CHAPTER X. SOCIAL CONDITIONS ABOUT 1791.
79DATES TO BE REMEMBERED.
39BOOK II. THE STRUGGLE FOR RESPONSIBLE GOVERNMENT.
80AN AID TO THE PRONUNCIATION OF SOME DIFFICULT NAMES.
40CHAPTER I. THE ASSEMBLIES AND THEIR WORK.
81INDEX.
41CHAPTER II. THE GROWING POWER OF THE COUNCILS.
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