KATHERINE DEARLOVE is a writer, researcher and editor, and the managing editor at Owlkids. She lives in Brampton, Ontario. My Canada is her first book.
LORI JOY SMITH is a PEI artist and illustrator. My Canada was inspired by her original map of PEI, which has been sold as a print and postcard in shops across PEI since 2014.
The essential bestselling kids’ map book of Canada, perfect for ages 4 to 8
This picture book atlas is a whimsical and informative
introduction to Canada, from sea to sea to sea. Each province and
territory is featured on its own spread, with icons and labels
indicating the capital city, other major cities, key lakes and rivers,
iconic landmarks, animals, and plants, significant national and
provincial parks, and more.
Inspired by the illustrator’s map of PEI, a longtime
gift shop bestseller, each map is lively and colourful with plenty of details to discover. Simple labels make key places and landmarks easily searchable for
further research. My Canada also includes basic introductory information about the country, showing respect for the land's Indigenous history. Revised and updated with expert input in 2020, this book is a current and kid-friendly portrayal of our diverse and abundant country. Also available in French.
"Sure to send adventure-bound readers digging to find out more about the features labelled in this atlas." - Quill & Quire
"One of the simplest yet most clear and complete picture book atlases I have ever seen...a wonderful resource for classroom and public libraries. Highly Recommended." - Canadian Review of Materials
"This informative trip across Canada celebrates its people, places, and landscapes--and invites further exploration. A fine addition to geography collections." - School Library Journal
"My Canada is a joyful depiction of our home and native land - a wonderful way to introduce geography and maps to youngsters." - Canadian Children’s Book News
"This book would be good as an introduction to maps and how they depict various areas." - Resource Links
Books for Everybody 2017 gift guide selection, selected by independent booksellers across Canada, 2017
