Background
She was born in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan and moved with her family to Windsor, Ontario when she was 10.
(When Mack and Jamie MacNeil are kidnapped by the sinister...)
When Mack and Jamie MacNeil are kidnapped by the sinister Ben Sparks, a dangerous adventure is set in motion. Forced to travel through the North American wilderness on the eve of the American Revolution, Mack and Jamie's very lives are on the line. As they try to thwart the evil that stalks them, they meet many brave allies, participate in thrilling political intrigue, and even find love. It is a journey that neither Mack nor Jamie would have chosen, but once set upon its path, their lives will be changed forever. Be sure to read the first book in The Circle of Silver Chronicles, A Circle of Silver, for more tales of the MacNeils' adventures in the New World.
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(Young Hélène St. Onge and her older sister Catherine are ...)
Young Hélène St. Onge and her older sister Catherine are orphans. When King Louis XVI orders all men in New France to marry, Catherine becomes a fille du roi, one of the many young women sent to the new world as brides. Hélène will accompany her on the long sea voyage and live with her sister's new family. But Catherine dies during the grueling journey, and Hélène finds herself alone in a strange new country. New France is a far harsher place than she imagined, with bitter winters and the threat of attack from the Iroquois. Will the few friendships she has made on her long voyage enable her to survive?
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(Edward turned to follow the others as a cannon exploded. ...)
Edward turned to follow the others as a cannon exploded. The powder charge was too great. Men fell to the deck screaming, but Edward could not hear them, for the blast had been deafening! It is 1812 and Edward MacNeil's task is simple: escort Kate and Anne Kimmerling home to America, then travel to his uncle's cabin to wait out the war. But a vicious storm on Lake Erie leaves Edward and the girls shipwrecked on an island and caught in the midst of the conflict. Half British, half Oneida, Edward's loyalties are already divided, but his growing affection for an American makes his path even more unclear. As Edward finds his way, he comes to learn that courage, friendship, and love know no bounds. For more of the MacNeils' adventures, look for the first two books in the Circle of Silver Chronicles, A Circle of Silver and By the Standing Stone.
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(The first authorized biography written specifically for y...)
The first authorized biography written specifically for young readers! First published in 2005 in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, Terry Fox: A Story of Hope was created in co-operation with the Terry Fox Foundation and the Fox family, and is the first authorized biography of Terry Fox written specifi cally for young readers. Many young Canadians may have heard of Terry Fox, but don't know the whole story. With more school children than ever participating in the annual Terry Fox Run, this is the perfect tool for teachers and parents to talk about the legacy and life of one of Canada's greatest heros. Dozens of colour photographs and simple text combine to tell Terry Fox's story-from his early years as a boy who grew up loving sports and determined to fi nish what he started, through his treatment for cancer and the loss of his leg, to his historic run to raise money for cancer research. His story continues to inspire millions of people around the world, and the foundation carrying his name raises millions of dollars every year. The author's royalties and a matching donation from Scholastic will go to the Terry Fox Foundation.
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(It is 1760, and Lord MacNeil decides that the way to make...)
It is 1760, and Lord MacNeil decides that the way to make a man of his 13-year-old son, John, is to bring him along from England to Canada. He knows that John, with his expert drawing skills, will make an excellent cartographer of Canada's wilderness; an activity that will keep him away from the dangers of war. On the eve of John's departure, his beloved twin sister, Jane, gives him her treasured silver ring. As John wears this circle of silver, it becomes the link to everything he loves: his homeland, the frontier, and his newly-made friends - especially the intriguing Marie Roy. Set against a backdrop of tradition, growing unrest, and the looming danger of Pontiac's Rebellion, John's experiences in a young Canada do indeed carry him toward manhood. The first in a trilogy, A Circle of Silver brings history, memory, and hope together in a seamless adventure of discovery.
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She was born in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan and moved with her family to Windsor, Ontario when she was 10.
She graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a degree in education.
She currently lives in Newfoundland. She became a Canadian citizen in 1970. Trottier taught elementary school for 31 years.
She writes books for young people.
She is known for writing about the history of Canada. She draws on her own mixed racial heritage as a descendent of Métis ancestors.
Many of her books feature bilingual English/Mi"kmaq texts.
Canadian Children"s Book Centre (CCBC) Our Choice selection, 1993-1994, for Alison"s House CCBC Our Choice selection, 1995-1996 for The Voyage of Wood Duck FWTAO Writers" Award, 1996, for The Voyage of Wood Duck FWTAO Writers" Award, 1995 for The Tiny Kite of Eddie Wing Canadian Library Association Book of the Year for Children, 1996, for The Tiny Kite of Eddie Wing Chicago Women in Publishing first-place designation, 1997, for A Safe Place Marianna Dempster Memorial Award, 1998 for Heartsong CCBC Centre Our Choice selection, 1997-1998, for Heartsong Mr. Christie"s Award, 2000, for Claire"s Gift Society of School Librarians International Honor Book Award for Language Arts, 2005, for Sister to the Wolf.
(The first authorized biography written specifically for y...)
(It is 1760, and Lord MacNeil decides that the way to make...)
(When Mack and Jamie MacNeil are kidnapped by the sinister...)
(Edward turned to follow the others as a cannon exploded. ...)
(Young Hélène St. Onge and her older sister Catherine are ...)