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The kids book of Black Canadian history / written by Rosemary Sadlier ; illustrated by Wang Qijun.

Sadlier, Rosemary, (author.). Wang, Qijun, (illustrator.).

Summary:

From the first Black person who came to Canada about 400 years ago to the most recent wave of African immigrants, Black Canadians have played an important role in our country's history. In this informative overview, kids will discover the inspiring stories and events of a people who fought oppression as they searched for a place to call their own. Featuring fact boxes, mini-profiles, a timeline and more, this book in the acclaimed Kids Book of series offers a glimpse into an often-overlooked part of Canadian history.

Record details

ISBN: 9781554535873 (paperback)
Physical Description: 56 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 31 cm
Edition: First paperback edition.
Publisher: Toronto : Kids Can Press, 2010.
Copyright: ©2003.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	What is Black Canadian History? -- African Beginnings -- The Atlantic Slave Trade -- Slavery in New France -- Issue: Slavery -- Slavery in British Columbia -- Black Loyalists in the Maritimes -- Back to Africa -- The Colored Corps -- The Underground Railroad -- Issue: Prejudice and Racism -- Life in Canada West -- West Coast Adventures -- Back to the U.S. -- Cowboys and Pioneers -- The Exodusters -- Fighting in Two World Wars -- Working for Respect -- Caribbean and African Immigrants -- Celebrating Black Heritage -- Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow -- Time Line.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 8-12.