TDSB Curriculum Resources Order Form

Special prices on some products in effect while supplies last.
Revised: November 30, 2015

Replaces: September 8, 2015
CURRICULUM RESOURCES
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ACCOUNTABILITY
Equitable Schools: Its in Our Hands ( 2005)
This resource invites all those who work with students to join together to identify and
implement the practices and behaviours that foster inclusion in our schools. This
booklet contains tools and resources for schools to examine the supportiveness of their
school culture, evaluate their progress in implementing the TDSB Equity Foundation
Statement, and plan school improvement initiatives that respond to the needs and
aspirations of their diverse communities. Coiled.
$ 3.00 ea.
Standards of Practice for Literacy, Grades 7/8 ( 2002)

This resource provides schools with a framework to assist them in developing an
exemplary literacy program at the intermediate level. It recommends to principals and
teachers standards of practice for the development of stimulating school and classroom
learning environments and effective literacy experiences for all students. The document
reflects the expectations for the three language strands: Reading, Writing, and Oral and
Visual Communication, from The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 18: Language. Coiled.
FREE
Standards of Practice for Cross-Curricular Literacy for Teachers of

Grades 912 ( 2002)
This resource provides schools with a framework for developing exemplary crosscurricular literacy practices in the secondary school. It recommends standards of
practice for the development of stimulating school-wide and classroom learning
environments and effective literacy experiences for all students. The document can be
used by classroom teachers of all disciplines to improve student achievement in
literacy and in the content areas; by administrators and program leaders to assist with
school improvement planning; and by families of schools to promote dialogue, mutual
planning, and program continuity. The document reflects the literacy expectations,
examples, and assessment that are incorporated in the curriculum documents of all
subject areas on Ontario Secondary Schools (OSS). Coiled.
FREE
A Teaching Resource for Dealing with Controversial and Sensitive Issues in

Toronto District School Board Classrooms ( 2003)
This document is intended to help teachers and students understand and deal
confidently with bias and controversial issues. It supports a cross-curricular approach
to equity education and recognizes human rights in the school environment and in the
community. Saddle-stitched.
$ 6.00 ea.
BUSINESS STUDIES
$ 7.50 ea.
Digital Workplace 2001: Focus on Key Issues on Information Technology in
Business Studies 2001 (Gr. 912) ( 2001)
Provides both teachers and students with fundamental information on a variety of
information technology topics in Business Studies. Each topic consists of a Background
that provides a basic definition of the subject, essential information, and current

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statistics for classroom discussion, followed by Curriculum Connections, Selected
Links and Resources, and Questions based on the article (and Answers accordingly).
An extensive, annotated list of Key websites, both generic and subject-specific, is also
provided.
NEW
PRICE
Introduction to Business (BBI1O/2O, Gr. 9 or 10) ( 1999)

Provides a description of the course. There is a detailed chronological table that lists all
course topics. Units included are Maslows Hierarchy of Needs, Business Ownership
Strategies and Techniques, Marketing, Business Conflict, and Accounting.
$ 7.00 ea.
Introduction to Information Technology in Business (BTT1O/2O, Gr. 9 or 10)

( 2000)
Provides a description of the course. There is a detailed chronological table that lists all
course topics. Units included are: IT Groundwork, the Power of Application Software
in Business, E-communication, Electronic Media Information Gathering, and Future IT
Career Opportunities. Sample examinations are also included.
$10.00 ea.
QuickBooks Online TDSB Training Manual (Gr. 912) ( 2015)

This QuickBooks Online TDSB Training Manual is intended for use in the secondary
Business Studies curriculum. It is divided into two main sections: 1. The Teacher
Training Manual, and 2. The Student Exercises (Appendices).
The manual includes seven modules, each offering step-by-step instructions on setting
up and using QuickBooks Online, from registration to closing entries. The Student
Exercises are organized in chronological handouts. They also offer step-by-step
instructions for completing the accounting activities that a small service business
would encounter. A simulation company has been used to make the exercises
consistent and easy to follow. Although the manual is directly related to the Grade 11
Accounting curriculum, it can be easily applied to other Business Studies courses.
$ 2.25 ea.
CO-OP / GUIDANCE / CAREER EDUCATION / EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Academic and Career Portfolio (Gr. 712) (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)
$
.75 ea.
REDUCED
TO
$ .50 ea.
Annual Education Plan (Gr. 712)
Build Character, Build Success: Character Development School Resource Guide

K12 ( 2008)
This resource is meant to assist all school teams with the implementation of their
Character Development programs. The implementation of Character Development may
involve reaffirming already successful school practices and/or assessing the
effectiveness of existing programs.
$ 6.00 ea.
.25 ea.

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Career Studies Teacher Resource 2009 (GLC2O) (Gr. 10, Open) ( 2009)
The Career Studies Teacher Resource 2009 is designed to help teachers in the delivery
of the GLC2O Career Studies curriculum. Teachers may need to supplement this
resource with additional materials to meet the needs of all students. Please specify
coiled or punched version.
PRICE
Coiled
$ 8.00
REDUCED
TO
(Coiled)
$ 5.00 ea.
Punched
$ 7.00 ea.
$ 4.00 ea.
Choices Into Action: A Profile of the Knowledge and Skills

Students Will Demonstrate in the Guidance and Career
Education Program (Grades 18) ( 2001)
$ 2.00 ea.
Community Involvement Manual and Passport

Students under the new diploma system will now have to complete a mandatory
40 hours of community involvement. The Community Involvement Manual aims to
guide students and their parents in making decisions about community involvement.
A passport must be completed by each student. Both sold in packages of 50.
REDUCED
Manual:
(50/$3.00)
Passport:
(50/$1.00)
Continuous Intake Co-op (CIC) Resource (binder) (Secondary) ( 2008)

This binder contains resources that will support a Continuous Intake Co-op (CIC)
program, including sample forms and module-based curriculum. Pre-placement and
integration lessons are created in both hard copy and on a CD, for students who prefer
to use a computer to complete their work.
$25.00 ea.
CREDIT RECOVERY:
$ 6.25 ea.
REDUCED
TO
$20.00 ea.
Career Studies Credit Recovery Course (GLC2O) ( 2008)

The Career Studies Credit Recovery Course has been designed to accommodate all
types of learners. The approach, Layered Curriculum, is a form of differentiated
instruction that takes into account different ways of learning, higher-level thinking, as
well as the element of choice. The course is divided into nine modules based upon the
nine Overall Expectations from GLC2O. Finally, students will choose one of three
Culminating Activities to complete.
Designing Your Future (Gr. 11, GWL3O) ( 2003)
This resource package has been developed for teachers to use in a practical and useful
manner in the classroom. The activities in each unit represent some of the ways that
teachers may organize and develop activities to enable students to demonstrate the
achievement of expectations set out in the Course Profile. Coiled.
$10.00 ea.

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Destination Apprenticeship (VHS, 2003)
An 8-minute introduction to students from various trades who have taken advantage of
the apprenticeship opportunities through Co-op and the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship
Program (OYAP). The video was designed for an audience of Grades 7 and 8 students
to help them plan their future option choices, e.g., in Technological Education/
Computers, Family Studies, Business, and Co-op. Here is an introduction to just a few
of the many apprenticeships and entry-level positions available in the workplace.
Produced by Halton District School Board with funding from the TDSB and 34 other
Ontario boards.
PRICE
$ 5.00 ea.
Destinations: An Educational Planning Guide for Counsellors and OSS Students

( 2001)
$ 3.50 ea.
REDUCED
TO
$ 3.00 ea.
$20.00 ea.
Essential Skills Lesson Materials for Use in Discovering the Workplace
(GLD2O) (Gr. 10) ( 2008)
The materials in this binder were created to accompany the Ministry of Educations
Course Profile for Discovering the Workplace (GLD2O). The Course Profile
provides teachers with all of the lesson plans required for an entire course; this resource
provides all of the activity cards, overhead templates, worksheets, and signs to make
these lesson plans come to life! A CD of all materials is provided with the booklet
handouts. Binder.
$17.00 ea.
Essential Skills Lesson Materials for Use in Navigating the Workplace
(GLN4O) (Gr. 12) ( 2008)
The materials in this binder were created to accompany the Ministry of Educations
Course Profile for Navigating the Workplace (GLN4O). The Course Profile provides
teachers with all of the lesson plans required for an entire course; this resource provides
all of the activity cards, overhead templates, worksheets, and signs to make these
lesson plans come to life! A CD of all materials is provided with the booklet handouts.
Binder.
Experiential Learning: Steps to Success ( 2006)
A resource for both teachers of MID students and students enrolled in Discovering the
Workplace (GLD2O) that includes descriptions, facilitation notes, and worksheets for
all stages of experiential learning, i.e., work-site visits, job twinning, and work
experience. This resource contains copies of all mandated forms and lesson plans,
which are presented in two formats: one for special education classes and one for the
Grade 10 Guidance course GLD2O. Suggested supports from the Cooperative, Career,
and Business Education Department are referenced. Binder.
$28.00 ea.
Focus on My Success: A Series of Six Group Counselling Sessions for Grades 9/10
Transition Students ( 2007) (Grades 910)
This resource provides a series of six group counseling sessions for Grades 9/10
students who are not experiencing success. Focus on My Success can easily be
incorporated into the GLS/GLE program. Coiled.
$10.00 ea.

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The Learners Edge (Teacher-Adviser Program) WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
WILL NOT BE REPRINTED.
Activities for Students and Their Teacher-Advisors (A - Gr. 7) ( 1998, 2000)
Designed to implement a successful teacher-advisor program for Grade 7. The Annual
Education Plan (AEP), a four-step process that students undertake each year, is the
main highlight of the document. The AEP theme for Grade 7 is Learning to Plan.
Detailed activities with worksheets and checklists are provided throughout this
resource. Print package only.
PRICE
$13.00 ea.
(WHILE
SUPPLIES
LAST)
Activities for Students and Their Teacher-Advisors (Gr. 8) ( 1999)

main highlight of the document. The AEP theme for Grade 8 is Preparing for High
School. Detailed activities with worksheets and checklists are provided throughout
this resource. Print package only.
$12.00 ea.
Activities for Students and Their Teacher-Advisors (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

main highlight of the document. The AEP theme for Grade 9 is Making the Transition
to High School. Detailed activities with worksheets and checklists are provided
throughout this resource. Print package only.
FREE
Learning Strategies Student Workbook (Gr. 9)
$10.25 ea.
Learning Strategies Teacher Manual (Gr. 9)
$17.25 ea.
Lets Stop the Bullying: A Resource for Elementary School Communities ( 2004
2nd edition)
This resource consists of strategies for administrators to enhance current practices
already in place in schools, to further develop a school-wide plan to address bullying
behaviours, including methods for responding directly to bullying situations, and a
series of Kindergarten to Grade 8 lesson plans that provide students with an
opportunity to explore their questions about bullying, learn to understand the problem,
and begin to reflect upon their own attitudes and behaviours toward peers. Lets Stop
the Bullying can also help strengthen a positive school culture by promoting a sense of
belonging among students, and by teaching students how and when to seek help from
adults and other children. This edition has been updated and revised to include special
education supports.
$16.00 ea.
(WHILE
SUPPLIES
LAST)
(WHILE
SUPPLIES
LAST)
NEW
NOW
WITH
BOTH A
DVD &
VHS

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QuickBooks Online TDSB Training Manual (Gr. 912) ( 2015)
This QuickBooks Online TDSB Training Manual is intended for use in the secondary
Business Studies curriculum. It is divided into two main sections: 1. The Teacher
Training Manual, and 2. The Student Exercises (Appendices).
The manual includes seven modules, each offering step-by-step instructions on setting
up and using QuickBooks Online, from registration to closing entries. The Student
Exercises are organized in chronological handouts. They also offer step-by-step
instructions for completing the accounting activities that a small service business
would encounter. A simulation company has been used to make the exercises
consistent and easy to follow. Although the manual is directly related to the Grade 11
Accounting curriculum, it can be easily applied to other Business Studies courses.
PRICE
$ 2.25 ea.
School-to-Work Connections (Grades 912) (Coiled book) ( 2004)

A resource package created by the TDSB Career Centres to help teachers infuse career
education into their subject areas and thereby increase students understanding and
awareness of the association between school-based learning and the world of work.
$ 8.00 ea.
Posters (set of 29 colour, 13 x 19)
$27.00 ea.
Taking Charge: Its My Future (contains both VHS and DVD with a booklet in a
custom case) ( 2000)
A 7-minute video that profiles 13 students from the Toronto District School Board and
the Toronto Catholic District School Board. Each student portrayed in the video is a
participant in a school/work transition program. The students explain how and why
they got involved in the program, recount how they have changed as a result of their
participation, and finally, explain what they believe the future holds in store for them.
There are three central themes to the video: empowerment, hope, and opportunity.
$18.00 ea.
REDUCED
TO
$15.00 ea.
A Teachers Guide to the Career Studies Journey (Gr. 10, Open) ( 2000)
$ 5.25 ea.
This teachers guide is divided into three units. The Journey allows students to
become familiar with the process of career development by observing the paths of
others. My Journey Today lets students develop personal knowledge and some of the
skills necessary to explore the immediate world around them. My Journey Tomorrow
assists students as they set goals and make plans for future learning and work.
Assessment/evaluation techniques are provided, as well specific accommodations for
special-needs students.
Turn Yourself Around! Overcoming Roadblocks to Success: A Series of Six
Group Counselling Sessions for Middle Level Students ( 2005, Grades 68)
This is a resource for schools to use with students who are not achieving to their
potential. This document offers a guide, blackline masters, and step-by-step
instructions to support at-risk students through six group sessions to support them with
their learning. Learning styles, study skills, and other topics of interest are explored.
Coiled.
$12.00 ea.

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Who Am I? A Self-Awareness Inventory (also available in French
Qui suis-je ?)
Part 1: Inventory (consumable) ( 2000)
Provides 120 statements, and users are asked to rate how true each statement is for
them. The scale is 3 = always true for me; 2 = usually true for me; 1 = sometimes true
for me; and 0 = never true for me. There are 20 items for each of the six Groups: Doer,
Thinker, Creator, Helper, Persuader, and Organizer. At the end of Part 1, users total
their scores and record the names of their three highest Groups.
PRICE
$11.50/
Pkg. of 35
Part 2: Understanding Who Am I? Results (consumable) ( 2000)

Presents detailed information about each of the six Groups. Information is organized
into Interests, Skills and Abilities, Personal Style, and Values typical for the Group.
Sample occupations are also listed. At the end of Part 2, users prepare for Discovering
Occupations by combining their three highest Groups into all six possible
combinations. A worksheet is provided for recording occupations of interest found in
Part 3, the Occupations Directory. The language level of Parts 1 and 2 is Grade 6 based
on the Flesch Readability Scale. Users at stages 3 and 4 (intermediate and advanced) of
second-language acquisition should be able to deal with the content without assistance.
$11.50/
Pkg. of 35
Part 3: Occupations Directory ( 2000) (now black-and-white)

Details occupations organized by each Group Combination (e.g., Doer/Thinker). Both
Groups listed (e.g., Doer and Thinker) are considered to have characteristics which
would suit individuals working in the listed occupations. The first Group (e.g., Doer)
would generally be more significant than the second (e.g., Thinker). The NOC
(National Occupational Classification) number is given for each occupation, with the
exception of emerging occupations, which are not yet classified in the NOC. The
second half of Part 3 lists all occupations alphabetically.
$10.00/
Pkg. of 10
$ 5.00/set
Sample Set (1 each of Parts 1, 2, and 3)
A Guide to Who Am I? for Professionals ( 1998)

Teacher resource for the implementation of Parts 1, 2, and 3.
CREDIT RECOVERY
Career Studies Credit Recovery Course (GLC2O) ( 2008)
The Career Studies Credit Recovery Course has been designed to accommodate all
types of learners. The approach, Layered Curriculum, is a form of differentiated
instruction that takes into account different ways of learning, higher-level thinking, as
well as the element of choice. The course is divided into nine modules based upon the
nine Overall Expectations from GLC2O. Finally, students will choose one of three
Culminating Activities to complete.
FREE
$ 6.25 ea.
Civics (CHV2O) ( 2006)
$13.00 ea.
English (ENG1P/1D) ( 2006)
$ 5.00 ea.

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Geography (CGC1P) ( 2006)
PRICE
$ 7.00 ea.
$13.50 ea.
History (CHC2D) ( 2006)
$ 3.00 ea.
History (CHC2P) ( 2006)
$10.00 ea.
Science (SNC1P) ( 2006)
$22.00 ea.
DRAMA/DANCE
An Annotated Bibliography, Grade 11 Dramatic Arts Curriculum ( 2002)
This annotated bibliography supports the Grade 11 Dramatic Arts curriculum, both
Open and University/College. The document is divided into six sections: General
Reference, Single Plays, Play Collections, Drama Techniques and Skills, Careers, and
Plays by themes. Canadian plays are indicated with a flag.
$ 2.75 ea.
Arthur and the Dragon (KGr. 3)

A primary lesson plan in The Treasure Chest is based on this picture book. This book
may be used by teachers who are implementing Treasures for Teaching lesson with
their class.
$15.00 ea.
Curriculum in Motion: Dance techniques to extend story and drama in the

classroom (Junior/Intermediate, 2002)
Designed to help Junior/Intermediate elementary generalist classroom teachers
integrate dance into their drama and language arts programs.
Coiled
booklet:
$16.00 ea.
VHS:
$ 4.00 ea.
DVD:
$ 6.00 ea.
Drama and Dance/Movement: A Beginners Handbook (Grades 18) ( 2001)

This resource is a compilation of activities derived from previously published Board
documents, as well as a variety of newly developed lesson plans and support
materials. It provides teachers with a variety of drama and dance/movement teaching
strategies that can be used and adapted at all grade levels, to introduce students to the
fundamental components of an exemplary drama/dance program. Throughout this
document, teachers are provided with the connections to The Ontario Curriculum:
Drama and Dance, 1998 and The Treasure Chest, Toronto District School Board,
1998. This handbook is intended to be used in conjunction with The Treasure Chest to
provide students with rich learning experiences that integrate drama, dance, and
language learning. Teachers are also provided with valuable lists of resources and
reproducible assessment tools for drama and dance/movement.
$10.00 ea.
REDUCED
TO
$5.00 ea.

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The Elementary Curriculum Unit Project Phase II (CD-ROM)
The CD contains Phase II units in Health and Physical Education, Language, and The
Arts for single and combined grades for use with the March 2001 Planner 2.5 (.fp3
format including blackline master files in AppleWorks 5) and the Official Version
(3.0) of the Ontario Curriculum Unit Planner (.fp5 format with blackline master files
in AppleWorks 6.2). The CD also contains Phase I units for single and combined
grades in Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Studies, History, and
Geography; ready-to-print PDF files; Journey Activities; Implementation Support
Document Phase II.
Finding Our Voices (Gr. 9) ( 2002)
A framework is provided for students to explore and use a variety of dramatic forms
as they learn stories and anecdotes conveying different voices, ideas, customs,
concepts, and memories from various cultures. The final and culminating activity
allows students to communicate their knowledge and understanding of universal
themes and issues in dramatic structures. Saddle-stitched.
PRICE
FREE
$15.00 ea.
$15.00 ea.
Treasures for Teaching (K3): Story, Drama, and Dance in the Primary
Classroom ( 2006)
This document provides a collection of integrated lesson maps (JK3), designed to
FREE
help you incorporate drama and dance into your literacy program and other curriculum
WHILE
areas. It is a compilation of newly developed lessons, as well as selected lessons from SUPPLIES
The Treasure Chest (1999) and selected activities from Drama and Dance/Movement:
LAST!
A Beginners Handbook (2001). Coiled, with tabs.
NEW
NEW
Treasures for Teaching (K3): Story, Drama, and Dance in the Primary
Classroom (3rd Edition, 2015)
This updated document, based on The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 18: The Arts,
2009, provides a collection of integrated lesson maps (Grades K3), designed to help
you incorporate drama and dance into your literacy program and other curriculum
areas. Templates and tools for gathering evidence of student learning have been added
to reflect current practices in assessment as and for learning. Includes a Music
Sampler CD and an Arts Integration CD, which contains an Introduction to Arts
Integration and five comprehensive units based on picture books. Coiled, with tabs.
$22.00 ea.
Treasures for Teaching (Grades 48): Story, Drama, and Dance in the Junior/
Intermediate Classroom (3rd Edition, 2014)
This updated document, based on The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 48: The Arts,
2009, provides a collection of integrated lesson maps (Grades 48), designed to help
you incorporate drama and dance into your literacy program and other curriculum
areas. Templates and tools for gathering evidence of student learning have been added
to reflect current practices in assessment as and for learning. Includes a Music
Sampler CD and an Arts Integration CD, which contains an Introduction to Arts
Integration and five comprehensive units based on picture books. Coiled, with tabs.
$25.00 ea.
CONTD
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NEW

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Treasures for Teaching Arts Integration Units (Primary/Junior/Intermediate
( 2014)
These are being made available as shrink-wrapped sets and also as a CD, and contains
an Introduction to Arts Integration and five comprehensive units based on picture
books:
PRICE
Shrinkwrapped set:
$15.00 ea.
CD:
$ 4.00 ea.
1. What Does It Mean to Belong? Primary based on the picture book Hook
by Ed Young
2. Seeds of Hope Primary/Junior based on the picture book A Childs
Garden by Michael Foreman
3. Can One Person Make a Difference? Primary/Junior based on the picture
book The Flower by John Light
4. Discovering Beauty Junior based on the picture book Something
Beautiful by Sharon Dennis Wyeth
5. Embracing Difference Junior/Intermediate based on the picture book
Wings by Christopher Myers
These units integrate dance, drama, visual arts, and literacy and can be adapted for use
across all elementary grades. Teachers are encouraged to use these units in a variety of
ways. For example, in divisional planning meetings, teachers may decide to use these
fully developed units to anchor learning across curriculum areas for a term.
Alternatively, teachers may choose to dip into a unit, and focus in on the dance,
drama, or visual arts activities for a shorter period of time.
Also included on the CD are supplementary materials which include critical literacy,
drama and dance units published by the Council of Ontario Drama and Dance
Educators (CODE) and Visual Arts units published by The Ontario Art Education
Association (OAEA).
NEW
EARLY YEARS
All About Me Hercules: My Year in Kindergarten (KGr. 3) ( 2014)
(11 x 8 full-colour, softcover booklet, 28 pages)
This picture book is about Hercules Stergiou, a five-year-old boy with Cerebral Palsy,
and his first kindergarten experience. Through this story, Hercules introduces us to
his family. He shares with us some of the highlights of school life, his teachers,
friendships, people who care for him, and ultimately his excitement, joy, and sense of
accomplishment in completing kindergarten! Inspired by Herculess ability to
successfully integrate into his new school and classroom, Principal Thelma Sambrook
and Teacher Patrick Murtaugh were motivated to write and document his story.
$ 8.00 ea.
$1.00 from the sale of each book will be donated to Sick Kids Hospital.
Developmental History Form
11
.25 ea.

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PRICE
Home Oral Language Activities (HOLA) Program ( 2010)
The Home Oral Language Activities (HOLA) Program is a joint venture by the
SEE
departments of Speech-Language Pathology, Early Years, and English as a Second
PRICING
Language. The goal of the program is to support parents/guardians, caregivers, and
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family members of young students as they participate in oral language, early literacy,
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and social-communication activities with their child in the home language, as the
foundation for school success. Activity suggestions for home use are provided in 12
languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, English, Farsi, Gujarati, Korean, Somali, Spanish,
Tamil, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Kindergarten Expectations: What You Can Do at Home
A multilingual resource for parents of Kindergarten students that provides practical
ways in which parents can support their childs learning. A booklet for parents is
available in the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Korean,
Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu, Vietnamese. (Please
specify language(s) and quantity of each when ordering.)
A single video contains all of the following languages: Arabic, English, Farsi,
Mandarin, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu, and
Vietnamese.
Kindergarten Units ( 2006):
Assessment in the Kindergarten Program
Blocks in the Kindergarten Program
Dramatic Play in the Kindergarten Program
Sand in the Kindergarten Program
Visual Arts in the Kindergarten Program
Water in the Kindergarten Program
Print
$ .30 ea.
Video
$ 5.00 ea.
$ 2.00 ea.
Ministry Curriculum Documents:

Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program (Draft Version, 2010
2011)
$ 7.00 ea.
Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program The Extended-Day

Program (Draft Version, 20102011)
$ 1.50 ea.
Kindergarten ( 2006)
$ 3.50 ea.
ENGLISH/LITERACY
The 30% Solution: Developing Final Evaluation Units for Grade 9 English
( 2000)
Explains procedures for producing materials through which to evaluate student
performance in the final 30% of Grade 9 Academic, Applied, and Locally Developed
English Courses. There are two components to the document. Part one addresses
general concerns about the administration and logistics of the final 30%. In part two,
the writers have devised a model final evaluation unit for all three Grade 9 courses.
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$ 5.25 ea.

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ACCESS SUCCESS! A Boys and Literacy Achievement Initiative for
Grades 610 ( 2004)
This resource was developed by a team of Instructional Leaders, supervisory officers,
administrators, and classroom teachers to provide middle level and secondary teachers
with strategies and resources that can be used to address the literacy needs of
adolescent male students from Grades 610. The document includes a summary of
international and local research related to boys and literacy achievement; wholeschool and classroom ideas and strategies to improve the education of boys;
suggestions for reading material that appeals to boys; and descriptions of initiatives
and projects that are currently in place in the Toronto District School Board. Coiled.
PRICE
$ 6.00 ea.
An Annotated Bibliography of World Literature ( 2000)

Contains mainly contemporary world literature written by Canadian and international
authors describing their views on culture and literature. The bibliography is intended
to assist students to explore identity, culture, power, and domestic and international
issues from a unique perspective.
$ 2.00 ea.
Building Literacy in the Classroom (Videotape series elementary & secondary)

These videotapes will provide teachers with support, encouragement, and direction for
classroom practice. Acknowledging the need for explicit teaching of reading and
writing skills and strategies at all grade levels and in all subjects across the
curriculum, the videos may be used successfully by individual teachers or at school
staff development meetings. Each videotape includes a reproducible booklet that will
be useful for teacher in-service or parent workshops. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
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Cross-Curricular Literacy: Key Strategies for Improving Middle Level Students'

Reading and Writing Skills, Grades 68 ( 2003)
This resource document provides practical classroom lessons to support crosscurricular literacy instruction, Grades 68. Section one provides teaching/learning
suggestions on how to enhance students comprehension before, during, and after
reading, with mini-lessons related to subject-specific content. Section two
demonstrates how to help students become more proficient in a variety of writing
forms across the curriculum. Coiled.
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Cross-Curricular Literacy: Key Strategies for Improving Secondary Students'
Reading and Writing Skills ( 2001)
Provides secondary teachers of all subjects with a wide range of effective strategies
that can be used across the curriculum to improve students reading and writing skills.
The document is divided into two sections. Section one, Reading, provides a wealth
of before-, during-, and after-reading mini-lessons that teachers can use to improve
students reading comprehension. Section two, Writing, demonstrates how to help
students master the most common forms of writing featured in all academic
disciplines in secondary school, including the writing forms tested in the Ontario
Secondary School Literacy Test. Coiled.
PRICE
$ 6.00 ea.
Dreams and Visions (Gr. 9, ENG1D) ( 1999)

$ 4.00 ea.
A sample thematic unit, in which the activities integrate all four strands and cluster the
course expectations. This resource demonstrates an effective assessment and
evaluation technique through tools such as rubrics, performance assessment sheets,
and checklists for each activity. Activities are sequenced chronologically and are
intended to build and reinforce students skills over time.
Document Phase II.
FREE
ENG3U Sample Course of Study Outline and Unit Based on The Ontario
Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: English, 2000 (ENG3U, Gr. 11, University
Preparation) ( 2001)
$ 5.00 ea.
ENG4C Sample Course of Study and Resource Materials (Gr. 12, College
This course contains four thematic instructional units: Stepping InsideAnalyzing
Influences on Decision Making; Stepping TogetherAnalyzing Personal
Relationships; Stepping OutAnalyzing Social Issues; Stepping BeyondAnalyzing
Corporate Identity; and one final evaluation unit, Stepping AheadIndependent
Study Project. Numerous blackline masters for teaching and learning and assessment
and evaluation are included.
$ 6.50 ea.
ENG4E Sample Course of Study Outline (Gr. 12, Workplace Preparation) ( 2002)
This resource provides a sample course of study for the English, Grade 12, Workplace
Preparation destination course. The outline and five units have been developed to help
teachers plan their own course of study for implementation in both semestered and
$ 3.50 ea.
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non-semestered schools. The teaching and learning strategies, assessments, student
activities, and resources suggested have been selected to help students review and
refine a broad range of literacy, critical-thinking, and communication skills that they
will need in a variety of workplaces.
PRICE
ENG4U Course of Study (Gr. 12, University Preparation) ( 2002)

$ 7.75 ea.
This sample course of study for Grade 12 University English includes four
instructional units with support materials and one final evaluation unit. It also includes
an appendix featuring additional approaches to teaching Shakespeare. A separate
package of supplementary readings for Unit 2 is also included with this document.
$ 1.25 ea.
First Steps Book Bins: Some Recommended Books for Use with First Steps
Writing Forms ( 2001)
The First Steps Book Bins are available to First Steps tutors and Instructional
Leaders in the system to provide exemplary samples of writing forms when they are
training staff. As part of our efforts to support not only First Steps tutors and
Instructional Leaders, but also teacher-librarians across the system, a bibliography has
been collated for all of the books in the Book Bins. This bibliography indicates the
writing form, the publisher, the division, ISBN number, distributor, and cost. It is a list
that can grow over time and which is available on-line. The titles are not exclusive and
will expand as new titles are identified. If you have names of resources that could be
added, please let the committee know. It is hoped that the teacher-librarians will make
use of the Bibliography by sharing it with staff. It can support teachers as they
implement First Steps in their classrooms by identifying books in each form. It will
also enable the teacher-librarian to identify books in the school collection which
represent the various writing forms.
Grade Expectations (Gr. 7 & 8) ( 2001)
Sample instructional and assessment activities for Grades 7 and 8 English Language
Arts based on the Overall & Specific Expectations in The Ontario Curriculum,
Grades 18: Language, 1997.
$ 7.50 ea.
Grades 7 and 8 Remedial Literacy Support Materials ( 2002)

This document provides support for teachers of after-school remedial literacy
programs. However, teachers may find these materials helpful in a variety of contexts,
such as withdrawal remedial support, summer school programs, regular classroom
programs. The document consists of three modules that provide students with
opportunities to learn about and practise essential reading, writing, and oral language
skills and strategies. Module 1 focuses on reading to identify the main ideas,
summarizing, and writing a summary. The focus of Module 2 is writing different
types of paragraphs, and Module 3 focuses on using reading strategies to monitor
understanding and on expressing an opinion in writing. Coiled.
$ 4.75 ea.
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Guide to Core Resources for English: Secondary ( 2001)
Provides English teachers with descriptions and short reviews of key classroom and
professional resources. Its purpose is to help teachers and department heads become
more knowledgeable about the range of current materials available to support the
English program and the expectations of The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 910. This
document was compiled to help make teachers curriculum choices easier, and to
direct them to the best resources for professional development.
PRICE
$ 1.25 ea.
Guide to Core Resources for Language Arts: Elementary ( 2001)

Provides English teachers with descriptions and short reviews of key classroom and
professional resources. Its purpose is to help teachers become more knowledgeable
about the range of current materials available to support the Language Arts program
and the expectations of The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 18: Language. This
document was compiled to help make teachers curriculum choices easier, and to
direct them to the best resources for professional development.
$ 2.75 ea.
Heroic Transformations (Gr. 9, ENG1P) ( 1999)

A thematic unit in which the activities integrate all four strands and cluster the course
expectations. This resource demonstrates effective assessment and evaluation
techniques through tools such as rubrics, performance assessment sheets, and
checklists for each activity. Activities are sequenced chronologically and are intended
to build and reinforce students skills over time.
$ 3.50 ea.
Journeys: Integrating the Language Strands in Grades 4, 5, and 6 ( 2001)

Integration of the strands in Language: Writing, Reading, and Oral and Visual
Communication. Included, are specific teaching and learning strategies, activities, and
assessments. The document is organized under the Journeys theme.
$ 5.00 ea.
Just the Facts? Teaching Non-Fiction, Grades 48 ( 2003)

This document provides instructional support for teaching a variety of non-fiction text
forms and genres, including articles, opinion paragraphs, reports, explanations,
brochures, diagrams, charts, graphs, diagrams, newspapers, magazines, and websites.
The teaching/learning activities are supported by student writing samples and
checklists that illustrate the characteristics and qualities of different non-fiction
writing. The suggested activities can be clustered and sequenced to provide a
continuum of learning experiences for students as they practise their reading and
writing skills in context across the curriculum areas, Grades 48. Coiled.
$ 8.00 ea.
Language Arts Unit Featuring Non-Fiction Texts, Grades 1 and 2 ( 2001)

$ 2.25 ea.
This Language Arts unit of study serves as a model to help teachers understand how to
integrate Language Arts and Science and Technology, using non-fiction texts.
Features of the unit include: suggested extensions for six texts that help develop oral
and visual communication, reading, writing, and science-related knowledge and skills;
suggestions for assessment; sample anecdotal observation sheets; sample integrated
timetable for Grades 1 and 2; sample 3-week framework for integration; ideas for
classroom centres; recommended resources.
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Literacy Assessment Manual Primary (LAMP) (Gr. K3) ( 2003)
The Literacy Assessment Manual Primary (LAMP) is intended for use by teachers of
Kindergarten to Grade 3. It provides detailed descriptions of a variety of assessment
tools that can be used to capture student progress in reading, writing, and oral and
visual communication. The manual includes samples of completed assessment tools
and descriptions of: how to use the assessment tools; when to use them; what
information can be gathered; and how to link the assessment information with
instruction. The manual also includes a section on ESL/ELD students and assessment,
as well as an Appendix with blank, reproducible forms of some of the tools described.
Coiled.
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$ 9.00 ea.
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Literacy K12 Teaching and Learning Expected Practice ( 2013)
$ 1.75 ea.
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literacyassessment@tdsb (Colour flip booklet; coiled) ( 2016)

The English/Literacy Department in association with the French and Modern
Languages Department has produced this resource to support TDSB educators with
the consistent administration of the reading assessments identified in PPM 155.
Teachers can use data from the eight assessment tools for:
planning instructional units and mini-lessons
identifying attitudes, interests, behaviours, and beliefs about reading
grouping students with similar interests or instructional needs
providing students with descriptive feedback
communicating with parents/guardians/caregivers
charting student growth over time
providing appropriate resources
$ 5.00 ea.
Media Studies: Sample Course of Study Based on The Ontario Curriculum,

Grades 11 and 12: English, 2000 (EMS3O, Gr. 11, Open) ( 2001)
Includes teaching strategies, assessment suggestions, and resources.
$ 3.25 ea.
Media Studies K12 ( 2005)

Teacher-friendly and practical, this book provides K12 teachers with both theoretical
and concrete approaches to enhance their students media studies. Includes tips for
reading a variety of media, including textbooks, educational videos, and websites. The
appendix includes reprinted study guides that connect media studies to Halloween,
fads, TV storytelling, ESL/ELD learners, back-to-school rituals, and news of global
conflicts. Coiled.
$ 8.00 ea.
Mystery and the Unexplained (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

Designed to demonstrate a thematic approach to teaching the four strands of the
English Curriculum: Literature Studies and Reading, Writing, Language, and Media
Studies. The document contains various materials and resources, such as charts and
journals.
$ 4.75 ea.
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A Novel Idea (Gr. 7 and 8) ( 2004) (CD-ROM)
A Novel Idea provides an annotated list of 280 novels suitable for use in Grades 7 and
8 classrooms. Each database entry provides the following information: title, author,
ISBN, the date of publication, genre, mature subject matter or sensitive-issue
warnings, difficulty-of-text rating, related novels, and cross-curricular connections.
Accompanying the database is a booklet, About Novel Units, which includes a sample
thematic novel unit called Who Am I? How Do I Fit into the World?, suggesting
how teachers can use five novels to explore the theme of cultural identify, with ideas
for structuring the classroom and grouping students, and suggests small-group and
whole-class instructional strategies and learning opportunities such as read-alouds,
literature circles, Readers Theatre, and personal-response journals.
PRICE
$ 3.00 ea.
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test Support Materials ( 2002)

This resource has been developed to provide secondary schools with a comprehensive
package of information and strategies related to the OSSLT. These materials are
intended to support schools with the administration of the test, and with the
preparation of the students for successful completion of the test. The binder also
includes a wide range of planning, test preparation, and instructional materials
developed by the Toronto District School Board. Also, it includes an excellent
resource from Harcourt Canada, Literacy Skills Test Preparation Workbook.
$100.00 ea.
Reading and Writing Diagnostic Assessment: Grade 9 English ( 2004)

This diagnostic assessment is for use with Grade 9 students in Applied and Academic
courses to assess students skills in reading narrative and information texts, and
writing in a variety of forms. The document contains a scoring sheet, a writing rubric,
and sample student responses for the reading and writing components.
$ 5.25 ea.
Secondary School Literacy Portfolio ( 2004)

The Literacy Portfolio has been developed for students who are unable to meet the
requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) or Ontario
Secondary School Literacy Course (OSSLC). The Portfolio is the students completed
collection of eight reading and writing tasks, each of which relates closely to
workplace and employability skills. Coiled.
$ 7.00 ea.
Support Document for Grades 9 and 10 Remedial Literacy: Non-Credit

Programs ( 2003)
The document is designed for use in two programs: the non-credit, after-school, tenhour remedial literacy program for students in Grade 9 or 10, and the non-credit,
summer school remedial literacy program for students who have passed their Grade 9
core courses with achievement in Level 1 or 2. Students eligible for these two
programs read and write significantly below the expectations for the grade-level texts,
and are in danger of failing the OSSLT. The document includes 22 one-hour lessons
to improve reading and writing skills, specifically those required to pass the OSSLT.
Nine lessons focus on reading skills, eight on writing skills, and five on the
culminating assessment of reading and writing tasks. Each lesson plan includes the
following components: introduction/review of reading skill or writing form;
description of strategies; direct instruction; student application; debriefing activity;
and closure. Coiled.
$ 6.00 ea.
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Support Document for OSSLT Test-Taking Skills: Non-Credit Program
(Grade 10) ( 2003)
This document is designed for use in the eight-hour, non-credit, after-school program
for students in Grade 10 who are preparing to take the Ontario Secondary School
Literacy Test (OSSLT), and for those students who have previously failed this test
primarily due to non-compliance issues. Students who would most benefit from this
program read and write either at or slightly below the expectations for the grade level
and have difficulty with test-taking strategies, such as following direction and
managing time. ESL/ELD students previously deferred from taking the OSSLT would
also benefit from this program. The document contains eight one-hour lessons to
familiarize students with the reading and writing skills required, and the tasks they
will need to complete in order to pass the OSSLT. The lessons also include direct
instruction in decoding instructions, understanding question prompts, and managing
time. Coiled.
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Support Materials for ENG3C (Gr. 11, College Preparation, ENG3C) ( 2001)
$ 6.50 ea.
Support Materials for English, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation ENG3E

( 2001)
$ 5.50 ea.
Teaching Children to Read & Write (JK Gr. 6) ( 2000)

A descriptive overview of the literacy program is presented. Lessons are given from
topics ranging from printing and cursive writing to guided and independent reading.
Sections containing information on assessment and evaluation for learning
expectations, and supporting literacy in the home through various training sessions for
parents, are also included. Punched and shrink-wrapped.
$17.00 ea.
Teaching Phonics in the Primary Grades: K2 ( 2002)

$ 8.00 ea.
This document provides teachers of Kindergarten to Grade 2 with comprehensive
support for the teaching of phonics within the context of authentic reading, writing,
and oral language instruction, based on the assessment of students needs. Each
section of the document provides a wealth of practical classroom support, as well as
the theoretical underpinnings to help teachers understand the why and the when
behind the how of phonics instruction. Photographs, classroom scenarios at different
grade levels, planning sheets, and strategies for linking assessment with the instruction
are also included to support both beginning and experienced teachers. A comprehensive index provides valuable resources, including an annotated bibliography of
carefully selected literature that offers natural opportunities for phonics instruction.
Coiled.
Through Many Eyes: A Sample Thematic Unit for Grade 8 English Language
Arts ( 2000)
A sample thematic unit in which lessons integrate the strands and cluster language
expectations. It is effective in demonstrating assessment and evaluation practices
through its evaluation strategies and tools. Checklists, rubrics, anecdotal records, and
performance assessment sheets are also included.
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Through My Eyes: A Sample Thematic Unit for Grade 7 English Language Arts
( 2000)
Integration of instruction and assessment utilizing backward mapping. Built to
reinforce students knowledge and skills, while leading to a culminating performance
task that incorporates key expectations addressed throughout the unit.
PRICE
$ 5.25 ea.
Timetabling for Literacy (Gr. JK8) ( 2001)

Developed to help teachers design timetables that provide rich, integrated literacy
programs. Organizing instructional time and managing the components of an
effective, balanced literacy program can be extremely challenging. This document
provides a series of timetable models for literacy programs at all four levels
Kindergarten, Primary (Grades 13), Junior (Grades 46), and Middle (Grades 7/8)
that teachers can use as frameworks to structure their own timetables.
$ 4.00 ea.
Urban Voices/Lcho de la ville (Collection of poetry and illustrations by TDSB

students, K8) ( 2014)
The fourteenth edition of this annual district-wide publication of poetry and
illustrations by students, in Kindergarten to Grade 8, from across the Toronto District
School Board.
FREE
Weighting and Grading Practices: English Compulsory, Optional, and Locally

Developed Courses, Grades 912 ( 2002)
This document has been developed to support the implementation of the new
assessment, evaluation, and reporting requirements, and to make recommendations
regarding the weighting and grading practices to be used by all Grades 912 English
teachers in the Toronto District School Board. To assist teachers with the assessment,
evaluation, and reporting of student achievement, the document includes the
following: percentage ranges for the weighting of strands in all Grades 912 English
courses; examples to illustrate possible weighting combinations that may be used to
weight the strands in the various English courses; suggested grading formulas and
practices to be used for all compulsory, optional, and locally developed courses in
determining the most consistent level of achievement in both semestered and nonsemestered schools; and numerous sample tracking sheets that may be used for record
keeping.
$ 1.75 ea.
Writing in the Elementary Grades: A Resource for K8 Teachers ( 2002)

This document provides comprehensive support for developing exemplary writing
programs in the elementary grades. It includes detailed information on all aspects of
classroom programming, including the following topics: stages of development,
classroom environment, the writing process, mini-lessons, links with First Steps,
assessment and evaluation, and recommended resources. Student samples, graphic
organizers, and sample assessment instruments are incorporated throughout the
document to illustrate each topic. The document also includes excellent sections that
help teachers develop a strong theoretical base, and link theory with best practice in
the classroom. Shrink-wrapped, with tabs.
$20.00 ea.
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PRICE
See Interdisciplinary Studies section for additional titles.

EQUITY
Ableism Education Resource Guide (K12) ( 2006)
This resource guide is intended for use in the integration of ableism education into
curriculum planning, programming, and implementation. This resource guide offers
teaching/learning strategies, sample lesson plans, curriculum resources, community
organization contact information, titles of print and video resources, and websites to
educators, administrators, and school communities in the Toronto District School
Board. Coiled.
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African Heritage: Activities and Resources for the K8 Classroom ( 2002)

This project is a compilation of lesson plans and support materials, including a
rationale and context for the integrated study of African Heritage, grade-by-grade
activities across various subject areas such as Language, Mathematics, Social Studies,
and Drama, and a comprehensive annotated bibliography. Coiled.
$ 5.00 ea.
African Heritage Resource Guide 2006 (K12) ( 2006)

This resource guide offers daily announcements; instructional strategies; web
calendar; programs; presenters/speakers; artists; performers; community bookstores
contact information; titles of print and video resources; and websites for educators,
administrators, and school communities of the Toronto District School Board. Coiled.
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accomplishment in completing kindergarten! Inspired by Herculess ability to
successfully integrate into his new school and classroom, Principal Thelma Sambrook
and Teacher Patrick Murtaugh were motivated to write and document his story.
$ 8.00 ea.
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Anti-Homophobia Education Resource Guide (all grades) ( 2006)
This resource guide on anti-homophobia education and sexual orientation equity
offers instructional strategies, curriculum connections, programs, presenters/speakers,
performances, community organization contact information, titles of print and video
resources, and websites to educators, administrators, and school communities of the
Toronto District School Board. Coiled.
TO DATE, THERE ARE NO PLANS TO PUBLISH HARD COPIES OF
FUTURE EDITIONS.
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Asian Heritage: Activities and Resources for the K8 Classroom ( 2003)
This project is a compilation of lesson plans and support materials, including a
rationale and context for the integrated study of Asian Heritage, grade-by-grade
activities across various subject areas such as Language, Mathematics, Social Studies,
and Drama, and a comprehensive annotated bibliography. Coiled.
PRICE
$10.00 ea.
Asian Heritage Resource Guide 20062007 (all grades) ( 2006)

This resource guide offers instructional strategies, curriculum connections, programs,
presenters/ speakers, performances, community organization contact information,
titles of print and video resources, and websites to educators, administrators, and
school communities of the Toronto District School Board.
As a supplement to the TDSB Asian Heritage: Activities and Resources for the
K8 Classroom curriculum document, this resource guide assists both elementary and
secondary panel teachers to integrate Asian heritage into curriculum. The Equity
Department encourages all educators to use the Asian Heritage curriculum document
and resource guide throughout the school year in their planning and programming.
Coiled.
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FUTURE EDITIONS.
Census Portraits: Understanding Our Students Ethno-Racial Backgrounds
( 2011)
This is the last in a series of reports that have been published based on the data
collected in recent years through the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Student
and Parent Census. The Census Portraits folder contains an individual portrait for each
racialized group represented in the TDSBs student population. Each individual
Census Portrait describes the ethno-racial and family background, experiences in and
outside of school, and achievement levels of the major ethno-cultural subgroups
within each racialized group in the TDSB student population. The purpose is to
provide a better understanding of the similarities and differences within each
racialized group in order to target interventions to ensure the needs of all students are
addressed effectively and equitably. There are eight Census Portraits: Aboriginal
Students, Black Students, East Asian Students, Latin American Students, Middle
Eastern Students, South Asian Students, Southeast Asian Students, and White
Students.
$15.00/set
Challenging Class Bias (Grades 712) ( 2005)

This is a curricular resource in six Parts for Grades 712 teachers and classrooms to
integrate work on challenging socio-economic class bias. Activities can be used to
enrich the regular classroom curriculum or advisory/mentoring periods. Samples of
cross-curricular expectations are listed for each Part. Coiled.
$10.00 ea.
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Days of Significance Curriculum Resource Guide 20072008 ( 2007)
The Toronto District School Boards Days of Significance Curriculum Resource
Guide 20072008 is a collection of dates that are notable for either an equity or
educational focus, recognized by the United Nations, the City of Toronto, and the
Multifaith Council of Ontario. This resource has been developed as a source of
curriculum support for classroom teachers and school administrators in order to
provide information for school-based initiatives, announcements, events, and
classroom programming, lessons, and activities. TDSB Library and Learning
Resources has provided easy-to-reference lists of recommended titles of books,
videos, and Internet resources for each of the included Days of Significance. Coiled.
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Equitable Schools: Its in Our Hands ( 2005)
$ 3.00 ea.
This resource invites all those who work with students to join together to identify and
implement the practices and behaviours that foster inclusion in our schools. This
booklet contains tools and resources for schools to examine the supportiveness of their
school culture, evaluate their progress in implementing the TDSB Equity Foundation
Statement, and plan school improvement initiatives that respond to the needs and
aspirations of their diverse communities. Coiled.
Equity Foundation Statement and Commitments to Equity Policy
Implementation ( 2000)
The Equity Foundation Statement and the Toronto District School Boards five
Commitments to Equity Policy Implementation express this Boards commitment to
equity. Equity education and practices are the best long-term strategies to achieve an
inclusive learning and work environment. It is essential that this Boards teaching
methods and management practices support the values embodied in this document.
$ 3.00 ea.
Gender Equity Resource Guide (K12) ( 2006)

This resource guide on gender equity offers instructional strategies, sample lesson
plans, significant male and female Canadians and their contributions to society,
programs, community organization contact information, titles of print and video
resources, and websites to educators, administrators, and school communities of the
Toronto District School Board. Coiled.
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Guidelines & Procedures for the Accommodation of Religious Requirements,

Practices, and Observances, 2nd Edition ( 2010)
Explains in detail the religious accommodations that are necessary in schools in the
Toronto District School Board. Many religions prayer, diet, attire, and holiday laws
and observances are explained in order for schools to make appropriate
accommodations for students. (BINDER SUPPLY IS LIMITED.)
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FRENCH VERSION:
Lignes directrices et procdures concernant ladaptation aux exigences,
pratiques et observances religieuses, 2e edition ( 2010)
PRICE
$ 8.00
coiled
booklet
Out in Good Company (Poster) ( 2006)

A Canadian perspective on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited, and
Queer Leaders and Events. Includes Gay Rights Timelines and Significant LGBTQ
Canadians. The glossy, colour poster measures 27 x 39.
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The Peace Tree Resources

Celebrating the Peace Tree Spirit! (KGr. 12) ( 2009)
$25.00 ea.
This is a comprehensive teaching resource that highlights unique and innovative ideas
to integrate peace, diversity, and equity education into the classroom over the school
year. It includes visually intriguing graphics reflecting diversity, as modeled around
the award-winning film, The Peace Tree, and outlines detailed previewing and postviewing lessons, literary connections, handouts, stencils, evaluation charts, and
resources that focus on peace, diversity, and equity. The resource also highlights how
to create a Peace Tree, celebrate Peace Tree Day, create a Peace Tree Centre and a
Peace Tree Stand, and provides information for students to join the international Peace
Tree Ambassadors Network, a forum for students to share their vision and ideas to
promote peace. Included is a CD with the song I Dream of the Day. Coiled.
The Peace Tree (DVD) ( 2005)
(47 minutes)
$25.00 ea.
Its Christmas Eid! When a little Muslim girl and a young Christian girl dream of
celebrating each others festivals, Christmas and Eid, they run into problems at home
trying to convince their parents that its really all about peace. Through their struggles,
they create a unique symbolthe Peace Tree, a tree that highlights the symbols of all
our cultures and faiths, to reflect the beauty of diversity in unity.
Note: The Mayors Office in the City of Toronto proclaimed Peace Tree Day on
June 1, 2006. Peace Tree Day is a vibrant new festival for children and families of
every culture, race, and religion to celebrate peace and diversity TOGETHER!
Note: $20 of the sale of each DVD will be donated to War Child Canada and
UNICEF Canada. War Child Canada is a non-profit organization that helps to
raise awareness and support of war-affected children globally through local and
international initiatives. UNICEF (United Nations Childrens Fund) is one of the
worlds best-recognized charities and a leading advocate for children, helping to
build a world where the rights of every child are realized. The balance of the
resource price serves to recover our printing/production costs.
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Rainbows and Triangles: A Curriculum Document for Challenging Homophobia
and Heterosexism in the K6 Classroom ( 2002)
This is a joint publication between the TDSB Equity Department and the Elementary
Teachers of Toronto. It is a compilation of lesson plans and support materials,
including definitions, FAQs, and text, video, and community contact information.
This resource provides teachers with a variety of age-appropriate teaching strategies
that can be used with students in the primary and junior divisions. The document
introduces students to the concepts of diverse family structures, human rights,
discrimination, homophobia, and strategies for challenging discrimination in all its
forms. It provides links to The Ontario Curriculum. Through the use of an integrated
teaching approach, the lessons combine critical-thinking skills, language acquisition,
and skill development across the curriculum. Coiled. TO DATE, THERE ARE NO
PLANS TO PUBLISH HARD COPIES OF FUTURE EDITIONS.
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The Ramp Man (2012) (8 x 11 full-colour, softcover book, 26 pages)

This is the story about Luke Anderson, who was 24 years old and free as a bird, with a
world of opportunities at his fingertips. A trip to British Columbia and a quest to
pursue his passion for mountain biking changed his life forever. After a terrible fall
left him quadriplegic, Luke went through extensive rehabilitation and spent time
adjusting to a new way of life. He went from being a popular, all-around star athlete,
to a young man who needed to use a wheelchair in an environment not designed with
him in mind.
Affectionately known as the Ramp Man, Luke has shown that what he has inside is
the optimism, perseverance, and hope to tackle the problems of getting around the city
when you are physically challenged. This story reminds us that together, we can face
challenges and break barriers to transform our communities.
Note: $1.00 from the sale of each book will be donated to StopGap, an organization
that is creating a world where every person can access every space through engaging
projects that raise awareness and remove barriers.
$ 8.00 ea.
Teaching about Human Rights: 9/11 and Beyond (Grades 712) ( 2003)
A resource package that helps teachers and students to critically explore the events
and aftermath of September 11, 2001. The major focus of this resource is human
rights, especially childrens rights. Coiled.
$ 7.50 ea.
A Teaching Resource for Dealing with Controversial and Sensitive Issues in

Toronto District School Board Classrooms ( 2003)
This document is intended to help teachers and students understand and deal
confidently with bias and controversial issues. It supports a cross-curricular approach
to equity education and recognizes human rights in the school environment and in the
community.
$ 6.00 ea.
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Tools for Equity: A Resource for Best Practices (Grades 712) ( 2006)
This is a compilation of 20 sets of teaching/learning strategies for Grades 712
classrooms that assist teachers, students, schools, and community partners to examine
the five areas of the TDSB Commitments to Equity Policy Implementation:
ethnocultural, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic equity, and equity for
persons with disabilities. Coiled.
ESL/ELD
Career Studies: GLC2O (Gr. 10) ( 2000)
Provides students with the opportunity to interact intelligently with their world
presently and in the future, so that they live, work, and participate in it as satisfied and
contributing members of society. GLC2Os emphasis is on essential skills and content
that will help newcomers to adapt to their new environment, enhance their English
and/or literacy development, and continue their studies in the subject area or related
subjects.
PRICE
$ 8.00 ea.
$ 4.50 ea.
Civics (Gr. 10, CHV2O) ( 2001)

Issues and ideas of democracy are discussed by studying various theoretical views on
the subject. A Canadian context of democracy is then analyzed by looking at the
Canadian political spectrum, as well historical cases of democracy in practice in
Canada. Also examined are global perspectives of democracy, with a focus on human
rights.
$ 6.75 ea.
Food and Nutrition (Gr. 9 or 10, HFN1O) ( 2000)

ESL students are presented with a detailed overview of the kitchen and its contents.
There are sections on kitchen and food safety, sanitation, cooking terms and
techniques, label reading, and recipes.
$ 6.00 ea.
Geography (Gr. 9, Applied, CGC1P) ( 2002)

A Resource Guide of models of program adaptations for ESL/ELD students. All five
units in the CGC1P Course Profile have been adapted for ESL/ELD.
$16.50 ea.
Great Beginnings: Themed Activities for Stage 1 English as a Second Language

(ESL) and English Literacy Development (ELD) Learners ( 2001)
Coiled.
$12.00 ea.
History (Gr. 10, Applied, CHC2P) ( 2001)

This guide is divided into units that correlate to themes and topics in Canadian
History, beginning at the conclusion of the Boer War at the onset of the twentieth
century. Topics such as the First and Second World Wars, the Great Depression,
Canadas role in the United Nations, and current economic and security challenges are
explored.
$10.75 ea.
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Individual and Family Living: HIF1O (Gr. 9, Units 1, 2, and 3) ( 2000)
Explores the challenges on how to become a responsible member of society, while
students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to make the transition to
adulthood. Students are encouraged to develop interpersonal, decision-making, and
practical skills related to daily life, as well as explore the function of families and the
diversity found among families within all societies.
$ 5.50 ea.
Individual and Family Living: HIF1O Phase II (Gr. 9, Units 4 and 5) ( 2002)
The last two units of the HIF1O Course Profile have been adapted for ESL/ELD.
$ 4.25 ea.
Introduction to Information Technology in Business (BTT1O/2O, Gr. 9 or 10, PreUnit 1 & Units 1, 2, and 3) ( 2002)
A resource guide of models of program adaptations for ESL/ELD students.
$14.50 ea.
Language Activities (for We Dont Speak Much English Yet also listed in this $ 2.75 ea.
section) ( 2001)
The story We Dont Speak Much English Yet and the Language Activities were
written with ESL/ELD students in mind, and the language has been kept at an
appropriate level. They can be used with a whole class or any group within the class.
Students can follow along as you read aloud. They may read or reread the story in
groups or alone. Some may want to make their way through the story independently;
others may need more discussion and guidance. The activities are divided into two
sections: student-centred materials and teacher-directed oral language activities.
NEW
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-Hungarian
Learning Strategies 1: GLS1O (Gr. 9) ( 2000)

Concepts and ideas behind learning strategies and styles are introduced. Explicit
expectations, strategies, accommodations, and adaptations are provided.
$ 5.25 ea.
Lets Learn English for School: A Picture Dictionary for the Ontario
Curriculum, Grades 48 ( 2003)
This new, full-colour picture dictionary introduces students in Grades 4 and up to
some of the basic terms they will need to participate in school subjects such as
Science and Technology, Social Studies, Mathematics, Visual Arts, Music, Physical
Education, and Drama and Dance. The dictionary can be used with newly arrived
students who are just beginning to acquire vocabulary. It also contains numerous
$ 3.00 ea.
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discussion and vocabulary practice activities for reading and writing that are
appropriate for small-group and pair work. For use by students, teachers, parents and
guardians, and tutors. Available in an English-only edition, and in the following
bilingual editions: Bengali, Chinese, Farsi, Hungarian, Korean, Russian, Spanish,
Tamil, and Urdu.
English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development:
A Resource Guide (Grades 18) ( 2001)
English Language Learners ESL and ELD Programs and Services:
Policies and Procedures for Ontario Elementary and Secondary Schools,
Kindergarten to Grade 12 ( 2007)
PRICE
$ 5.50 ea.
$ 1.75 ea.
One Earth: English as a Second Language in Middle and Secondary Schools

(Gr. 612) ( 2001)
$12.00 ea.
Science: SNC1P (Gr. 9) ( 2002)
$ 8.50 ea.
Theme Booklets for ESL or ELD Learners in the Early Stages of Language
Acquisition/Literacy Development ( 2001)
This package includes: Actions Actions Everywhere; Bright Black, Wonderful White,
and Powerful Pink; Brilliant Blue; Clothes; Colours; My Family; Perfect Purple,
Great Grey, and Extraordinary Orange; Racy Red; and Spring.
$ 6.25 ea.
We Dont Speak Much English Yet ( 2000) (see also Language Activities
listed in this section)
$ 6.00 ea.
Welcome to Toronto: A Picture Dictionary for Newcomers (all grades) ( 2001)

$ 3.00 ea.
Intended to stimulate conversation, reading, and writing activities for new learners of
-Czech
English. At the same time, they can learn about their new city and school
-Hunga- environment. For use by teachers, parents, guardians, and tutors, as well as students.
rian
Available in the following languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Czech, English, Farsi,
-Tibetan
-Turkish Hungarian, Korean, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Tibetan,
Turkish, Urdu, Vietnamese. For languages other than English, both the English and
the translation into the other language are included.
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Your Home Language: Foundation for Success (DVD) ( 2006)

Research shows that children who have a strong foundation in their home language
achieve greater success at school. This video suggests some of the many home
language activities that parents/guardians, family members, and caretakers can enjoy
together to encourage childrens language development and success at school. One
DVD contains versions in English (one with captions, one without) and 12 other
languagesBengali, Farsi, Gujarati, Hungarian, Korean, Mandarin, Punjabi, Russian,
Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
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FRENCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Lignes directrices et procdures concernant ladaptation aux exigences,
pratiques et observances religieuses, 2e edition ( 2010) See description under
Guidelines & Procedures for the Accommodation of Religious Requirements,
Practices, and Observances, 2nd Edition in Equity section.
PRICE
$ 8.00
Qui suis-je ? See Co-op/Guidance/Career Education section for description of

various parts Translation of Who Am I?
1e partie (pkg. of 35)
e
$11.50
2 partie (pkg. of 35)
$11.50
3e partie
$ 2.25 ea.
Guide du personnel
dorientation
FREE
Russir dans vos recherches @ la bibliothque : Un guide pour les lves du

secondaire ( 2009) See description under Research Success @ Your Library in
Library/Information Studies section.
$ 2.00 ea.
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

$ 6.25 ea.
Assessment and Evaluation in Elementary Health and Physical Education
(Gr. K8) ( 2007)
This resource supports teachers with assessment and evaluation practices specific to
the Health and Physical Education curriculum. It is aligned with the principles and
procedures of the elementary Fresh AER document. This resource should be shared
with all teachers who are responsible for teaching Health and Physical Education, as
well as Daily Physical Activity. The value of this information has been recognized by
the provincial organization OPHEA (Ontario Physical and Health Education
Association).
Assessment and evaluation play a prominent role in the process of planning with
the end in mind, as outlined by the Ministry of Education in all curriculum documents.
By using this resource, teachers will develop a better understanding of program
planning for a quality Health and Physical Education program. Provided are sample
long-range plans, assessment and evaluation strategies and tools, recommended
weightings, and an explanation of the program planning process.
Chair Aerobics Resource Cards for Daily Physical Activity, Grades 18 ( 2006)
On October 5, 2005, Daily Physical Activity for all Ontario students in Grades 1 to 8
was mandated. Chair aerobics is one activity that can be performed to meet this
provincial mandate of 20 minutes moderate to vigorous physical activity each day.
The Chair Aerobics Resource Cards include sample exercises with pictures and
instructions that can be used to create and perform chair aerobics routines.
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Chair Aerobics Posters:
Workout 1
Workout 2
PRICE
$ 1.00 ea.
$ 1.00 ea.
Circuit Mania HPE Circuit Project (Primary, Junior, Intermediate) ( 2006)

The Primary (K3), Junior (Gr. 46), and Intermediate (Gr. 7/8) circuit resources
have been written for teachers for the delivery of DPA (Daily Physical Activity).
There are three components to each of these resource documents:
a Teachers Resource Guide, designed to give teachers background information in
the use of circuits. Included in this Guide are the: Use of Circuit Training, Safety,
Equipment, Inclusion of all Students, and Assessment & Evaluation
Teachers Circuit Lessons which include a Warm-up, a variety of Circuit Stations,
and a Cool-Down
Activity Cards that supplement the circuit stations. The students will be able to
follow cartoon figures (after teacher instruction) to be able to participate in the
activities in a fun way.
Specify
Level
$ 7.00 ea.
Circuit Mania II (Primary and Junior/Intermediate) ( 2009)

The Primary (K3), Junior/Intermediate (Gr. 48) circuit resources have been
written for teachers for the delivery of DPA (Daily Physical Activity). There are three
components to each of these resource documents:
a Teachers Resource Guide, designed to give teachers background information in
the use of circuits. Included in this Guide are the: Use of Circuit Training, Safety,
Equipment, Inclusion of all Students, and Assessment & Evaluation
Teachers Circuit Lessons which include a Warm-up, a variety of Circuit Stations,
and a Cool-Down
Activity Cards that supplement the circuit stations. The students will be able to
follow cartoon figures (after teacher instruction) to be able to participate in the
activities in a fun way.
Specify
Level
Class Management in Physical Education (Gr. K8) ( 2000)

Assists teachers with class management while they are teaching physical education.
This resource explains how to properly establish an effective learning environment,
various management strategies, and appropriate methods of discipline.
Climbing Apparatus: Supplement to the TDSB Gymnastics Document (Gr. K8)

( 2001)
$ 1.50 ea.
Co-operative Games & Activities (Gr. K8) ( 2000)

A description of appropriate activities and games for students in Kindergarten to
Grade 8. The overall expectations for this particular curriculum are to demonstrate a
positive attitude towards the students and their peers, while at the same time
identifying and utilizing social skills.
$ 2.00 ea.
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Primary:
$ 4.25 ea.
Jr./Inter.:
$ 7.50 ea.
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Dance to the Music (Gr. K8) ( 2000)
$ 1.75 ea.
Promotes the importance of dance for elementary and middle school students. This
resource explains various steps and dances that are appropriate for students of all ages.
There is also a separate assessment and evaluation recording chart for students at three
different grade levels: 13, 46, and 7/8.
DPA Supplementary Handbook (Grades 18) ( 2007)
$ 6.00 ea.
The DPA Supplementary Handbook is intended to assist elementary schools with the
implementation of the policy on daily physical activity outlined in Ontario Provincial
Policy/Program Memorandum No. 138, Daily Physical Activity in Elementary
Schools, Grades 18, October 6, 2005. Within this handbook are alternative activities
for Primary (Gr. 13), Junior (Gr. 46), and Intermediate (Gr. 7 and 8) students to
those compiled in the Daily Physical Activity in Schools 2005 Resource Guide.
Document Phase II.
FREE
Fitness (Gr. 18) ( 2000)

Designed to introduce, develop, and maintain students love for physical activity. The
use of a variety of ideas and methods helps promote physical activity. These fitness
activities helps students motor development, assists in the cognitive development of
understanding and following instructions, and helps facilitate social interaction among
students and their peers.
$ 1.75 ea.
Growth and Development Grades 4, 5, and 6: Supplementary Resource

Package to TDSB/OPHEA Curriculum Resources ( 2002)
This resource is supplementary to the TDSB/OPHEA documents to deliver HPE
expectations. The resource provides additional teaching/learning strategies,
background information, TDSB-related policy, and resources.
$ 3.50 ea.
Growth and Development Grades 7 and 8: Supplementary Resource Package

to TDSB/OPHEA Curriculum Resources ( 2002)
This resource provides additional support to the TDSB/OPHEA documents for
teaching the Growth and Development topic in the Healthy Living strand. Included
are program planning, additional teaching/learning strategies, background
information, and resources.
$ 2.25 ea.
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Gymnastics (Gr. K8) ( 2001)
Provides a framework for the development of fundamental movement skills that are
not addressed in most other physical education activities. Teachers are encouraged to
use the TDSB Climbing Apparatus supplementary document and the TDSB/OPHEA
grade-by-grade documents, which are excellent resources to support this gymnastics
unit.
PRICE
$ 2.75 ea.
Health for Life (Gr. 11, PPZ3O) ( 2002)

$ 5.75 ea.
A Course Profile overview and one unit were developed by the Ministry for the Health
for Life course (PPZ3O). This resource develops the other five units, and includes
suggestions for the required 30 percent summative evaluation.
Internet Safety (individual units for Gr. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9) ( 2002)
Internet safety lessons for Health and Physical Education, Grades 4 through 9. One
lesson per grade on Internet Safety to supplement the lessons in the TDSB/OPHEA
curriculum resources documents H&PE. This lesson is tied to the Personal Safety and
Injury Prevention topic in the Healthy Living strand. (Please specify grade when
ordering.)
Gr. 4=$1.00
Gr. 5=$1.00
Gr. 6=$1.00
Gr. 7=$1.00
Gr. 8=$1.50
Gr. 9=$1.70
OPHEA Health & Physical Education Resource Package Kindergarten

( 2000)
$19.00 ea.
OPHEA H&PE Curriculum Support Documents Grades 18 ( 20102011)

The Grades 18 resources provide 130 ready-to-use lesson plans per grade, student
templates, and assessment tools. The resources are organized into two main sections
that are consistent with the 2010 H&PE Curriculum: Movement Competence &
Active Living, and Healthy Living. As in the curriculum, activities that address living
skills are integrated throughout. Each grade includes:
upfront section with detailed background information
2025 units including unit overviews, lesson plans, and additional teacher and
student resources
division-specific appendices that include warm-up and cool-down activities, a
safe-stretching guide, program planning information ,and four sample timetables,
as well as teaching and learning tools and strategies
Grade 1 ( 2010)
$31.50 ea.
Grade 2 ( 2010)
$36.00 ea.
Grade 3 ( 2010)
$34.00 ea.
Grade 4 ( 2010)
$35.50 ea.
Grade 5 ( 2010)
$39.25 ea.
Grade 6 ( 2010)
$36.50 ea.
Grade 7
$39.25 ea.
Grade 8
$34.25 ea.
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OPHEA Health & Physical Education Resource Packages Secondary ( 2007)
These grade-specific resources, averaging 600 pages each, are directly linked to the
Ontario Curriculum for HPE. The resources contain 100 physical activity and
30 health lessons per grade. The secondary materials provide background information
and hands-on student materials for the Grades 9 and 10 Course Profiles.
Grades 9/10
PRICE
$30.50 ea.
$ 9.25 ea.
Grade 10
Parachutes (Gr. K8) ( 2002)

$ 2.00 ea.
The parachute is a unique piece of large equipment that provides students with various
opportunities to improve their upper-body strength, as well as develop many of the
basic fundamental movement skills. The chute is versatile in the Physical Education
program.
Planning Your H. & P.E. Program (Gr. K8) ( 2000)
This resource provides hands-on information to plan a quality Physical Education
program. Background information on characteristics of learners, assessment and
evaluation, program accommodations, teaching/learning strategies in P.E., and other
considerations are provided to help teachers plan active, developmentally appropriate
P.E. programs. Sample long-range plans, recommended equipment lists, and
suggested resources are also included.
$ 2.25 ea.
Playground Games and Activities ( 2000)

This resource provides games and activities for use on playgrounds. Instructions and
variations of hopscotch, rope, ball, and game activities and jumpsies are included.
$ 2.25 ea.
$ 6.75 ea.
Summary of Activities for the 30% Summative Evaluation for Healthy Active
Living Education (Gr. 9, 10, and 11) ( 2002)
The purpose of this document is to provide secondary teachers in the Toronto District
School Board with support materials (e.g., activities, teacher notes, assessment and
evaluation strategies and tools) to effectively and efficiently implement the 30%
summative evaluation in Health and Physical Education (PPL) for Grades 9, 10, and
11. It is highly recommended that teachers use this resource together with the Public
Course Profiles for Healthy Active Living, Grades 9, 10, and 11, Open, and the
Ontario Health and Physical Education Curriculum Support: Kindergarten to
Grade 10, OPHEA, Toronto, 2000, Grades 9 and 10.
The document will identify key directions in assessment and evaluation as outlined
by the Ontario Ministry of Education and the TDSB as they relate to the 30%
summative evaluation. It will also examine the 30% summative evaluation in the
context of an overall assessment and evaluation plan that is progressive from Grades 9
to 11.
Teachers Guide to Teaching Growth and Development Grades 48 ( 2002)
$ 2.25 ea.
This Guide supports teachers in the delivery of the Ontario Curriculum expectations
for the topic of Growth and Development in the Healthy Living strand in HPE. TDSBrelated policies, program planning, how to answer questions, etc., are addressed in the
Guide.
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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
Biotechnology (IDC4U) (Grade 12) ( 2010)
This course will help students to investigate biotechnology developments, theories,
products, careers, and practical applications, with particular reference to laboratory
work. Students will use diverse resources and an interdisciplinary approach to
understand how the biotechnology industry operates; particularly how industry,
government, and other stakeholders create partnerships (successful and unsuccessful),
and how companies research and develop a product from concept to market. In
addition, students will explore models (successful and unsuccessful), innovative
thinkers, and their texts. Using diverse resources and research methods, students will
also evaluate the economical, political, social, cultural, environmental, and ethical
issues raised in this developing field. Students will be asked to demonstrate the
essential skills required in the workplace, as this course builds on the interdisciplinary
expectations. Price includes single-site licence.
PRICE
$ 5.00 ea.
Building Connections: New Course Models and Online Resources for

Interdisciplinary Studies (Gr. 912) ( 2009)
Building Connections: New Course Models and Online Resources for Interdisciplinary Studies is written to inspire teachers to either design new single-credit IDC
courses or incorporate interdisciplinary units within other courses. This 52-page
spiral-bound guide provides: 18 two-page sample course descriptions that can be
expanded or adapted into fully designed single-credit IDC courses; new ideas for
interdisciplinary activities that meet student interests and teacher expertise; interdisciplinary units and tasks that are innovative, policy compliant, and exciting to teach
and study; and annotated lists of quality resourcesbeyond textbooksthat are
available online in many Boards. Coiled.
$ 3.00 ea.
Creative Learning in the Information Communication Age (IDC4O) (Grade 12)

( 2010)
This specific Interdisciplinary Studies course explores the impact of the information
communication technology age on society, education, and culture, with particular
focus on empowering students to contribute to learning and teaching in their own
school. Using the approaches, strategies, and sources characteristic of the discipline of
Interdisciplinary Studies, students examine the nature, application, and significance of
ICT-assisted learning in many contexts.
$18.00 ea.
Criminology and Criminal Justice (IDC4U) (Grade 12) ( 2010)

Criminology and Criminal Justice will focus on crime, criminal behaviour, and the
legal institutions in our society. The diverse aspects of crime will be examined from
sociological, biological, and psychological perspectives. Using crime statistics and
data analysis, students will understand a current and quantitative view of crime in our
society. Forensic investigations, the role and importance of the police function, and
correctional services within our society will be studied.
$13.00 ea.
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ICT and Innovative Learning (IDC4U) (Grade 12) ( 2010)
This specific Interdisciplinary Studies course explores the impact of new information
communication technologies for innovative learning, with particular focus on
empowering students to contribute to learning and teaching in their own school. Using
the approaches, strategies, and sources characteristic of the discipline of
Interdisciplinary Studies, students examine the nature, application, and significance of
ICT-assisted learning in many contexts.
PRICE
$15.00 ea.
Making Connections: A Guide to Interdisciplinary Studies for Ontario Schools

(Grades 1112) ( 2007) (includes binder, CD, posters)
Making Connections: A Guide to Interdisciplinary Studies in Ontario Schools will
open new possibilities in learning and clarify interdisciplinary policy and practice in
secondary schools. The comprehensive binder of over 200 pages is divided into
convenient tabbed sections that provide: summaries of Ontario policy and sample
courses; assistance with designing interdisciplinary courses; workshop activities for
teachers to develop understanding; classroom activities for students to meet specific
expectations.
Special features include: charts and checklists that clarify Interdisciplinary Studies;
key interdisciplinary readings; resource lists, and Internet links; four full-colour
posters to promote Interdisciplinary Studies. An added bonus is a full-colour CD with
selected Guide text, matching slide presentations, and an application in Word to help
make writing Course Outlines easy and compliant with policy.
$25.00 ea.
Sports & Entertainment Marketing (IDC4O) (Grade 12, Open) ( 2008)
$13.00 ea.
LIBRARY/INFORMATION STUDIES
Aboriginal Peoples and European Explorers: Grade 6 and Information Studies
( 1999)
A unit designed using the Ontario Ministry Electronic Planner which integrates the
four stages of the research and inquiry process with Grade 6 curriculum expectations
in Social Studies, Language, and the Arts. Opportunities to take students through the
research/inquiry process to prepare them for the culminating assessment task, which is
a real-world demonstration of their learning. Throughout the unit, there are ongoing
assessment suggestions (e.g., checklists, rubrics, tracking sheets, observations,
conferences, reflection, and sharing experiences) to help monitor both the process and
performance accomplishments.
Canada: A Changing Society History: Grade 8 and Information Studies
( 1999)
in History, Language, and the Arts. Opportunities for teachers to take their students
through the research/inquiry process to prepare them for the culminating assessment
task, which is a real-world demonstration of their learning. Throughout the unit, there
are ongoing assessment suggestions (e.g., checklists, rubrics, tracking sheets,
observations, conferences, reflection, and sharing experiences) to help monitor both
the process and performance accomplishments.
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$ 1.75 ea.
$ 1.75 ea.
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Canadian Copyright and Fair Dealing Guidelines for Teachers
( 2013) (11 x 17 colour poster)
Fair dealing for the purpose of research, private study, criticism, review, news
reporting, education, parody, or satire does not infringe copyright. This 11 x 17
colour poster describes the Fair Dealing Guidelines as they apply to educational/
school institutions and includes the following categories: Audiovisual (Film, DVD,
YouTube), Drama, Internet, Music, New Works, Perceptual Disabilities, Photographs
and Images, Print, Software, Television and Radio. The poster provides a brief
overview of the copyright activities that are permitted.
PRICE
$ 2.00 ea.
Career Studies Annotated Resource List (Gr. 10, GLC2O) ( 2002)
$ 1.25 ea.
Civics Annotated Resource List (Gr. 10, CHV2O) ( 2002)
$ 1.00 ea.
Combined Arts Annotated Resource List (Gr. 9) ( 2000)

Five distinct units: Comprehensive Arts, Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Arts.
Reference, print, video, software, and Internet resources are listed.
$ 2.75 ea.
$
Developing School Library Collections: A Community Guide (Revised Edition)
( 2013)
This 12-page Guide supports communities in understanding how quality school library
collections are developed and maintained. Teacher-librarians and central staff will
appreciate a handy way to communicate information to parents and teachers on how
school library staff use clear, professional mission, goals, and criteria to build
collections, select learning resources, and deselect (weed) material in a sequence of
steps that involve the community. Also included in the Guide are the Toronto District
School Boards criteria for assessing and selecting learning resources, a flow chart of
the de-selection process, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) from parents and
teachers about de-selection.
.50 ea.
English Annotated Independent Reading List (Gr. 9, ENG1D/1P) ( 2002)

This is a comprehensive annotated list of novels for use as independent reading. There
is an emphasis on issue-oriented Young Adult novels suitable for a variety of interests
and reading levels. This list can be used to develop school library collections and to
augment classroom and department collections.
$ 2.25 ea.
English Annotated Resource List (Gr. 9, ENG1D/P) ( 2000)

Six units: General Resources, Short Stories, Poetry, Drama, Media, and Cultural
Studies. Reference, print, video, software, and Internet resources are listed. Intended
to help school libraries develop suitable collections to support the Grade 9 English
program.
$ 1.25 ea.
English Annotated Resource List (Gr. 10, ENG2D/P) ( 2002)
$ 2.25 ea.
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PRICE
$ 1.75 ea.
Features of Communities Around the World: Grade 2 and Information Studies
( 1999)
in Social Studies, Language, and the Arts. Opportunities for teachers to take their
students through the research/inquiry process to prepare them for the culminating
assessment task, which is a real-world demonstration of their learning. Throughout the
unit, there are ongoing assessment suggestions (e.g., checklists, rubrics, tracking
sheets, observations, conferences, reflection, and sharing experiences) to help monitor
both the process and performance accomplishments.
Food and Nutrition Annotated Resource List (Gr. 9, HFN1O) ( 2000)
Five units: The Investigation of Food Choices, Food Needs of Individuals and Their
Families, Nutrition and Health, Body Image, and Food from Canadian and Global
Perspectives. Print, video, software, and Internet resources are listed.
$ 2.75 ea.
Genre Gems: Using Genre Books to Develop Independent Reading Skills and to
Promote the Lifelong Reading Habit (Gr. 48) ( 2004)
This document has been developed as a teacher resource to help teachers and teacherlibrarians to assist students in finding the just-right books. It contains explanations
of various genres, lists of recommended books by genre, and instructional strategies.
Coiled.
$ 7.50 ea.
Geography of Canada Annotated Resource List (Gr. 9, CGC1D/P) ( 2000)

Six units: General Resources, Natural Systems, Human Systems, Humans in the
Environment, Global Interactions, and Sustainable Development. Reference, print,
video, software, and Internet resources are listed.
$ 1.25 ea.
History and Geography Annotated Resource List (Gr. 7/8) ( 2000)

Both librarians and teachers are provided with a comprehensive list of resources to
assist in teaching Geography and History for Grades 7 and 8 students. The list is
divided into categories including, print, video, Internet, software, and community
resources.
$ 2.00 ea.
Imagine the Learning! @ Your Library: Elementary Research Guide ( 2006)

Imagine the Learning! @ Your Library: Elementary Research Guide has been
developed by the TDSB Library and Learning Resources Department to support the
teaching of the Ontario elementary school curriculum and to assist students in
becoming organized researchers, critical thinkers, and effective communicators.
Binder.
$15.00 ea.
Improving Student Achievement @ Your Library ( 2004)

This handbook, based on provincial, national, and international resources, has been
developed to assist school administrators in taking the leadership role in supporting,
directing, and shaping the school library program to meet the needs of the students
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and teachers at their schools. This handbook clarifies the role of the teacher-librarian;
summarizes the research on the positive relationship between effective school libraries
and student achievement; provides hiring guidelines; addresses staffing and
timetabling issues and concerns; explains concepts of library design; outlines the
central services provided by the TDSB Library and Learning Resources central
department; and provides a checklist to assist with supporting the program. Saddlestitched.
PRICE
Integration of Information Literacy Skills in the Grade 9 Curriculum ( 2000)

$ 5.25 ea.
An expanded version of the document of the same name, published in 1999. This
resource document identifies each of the significant research projects in the Course
Profiles produced for public school boards, and integrates the expectations with the
appropriate stages of the research process in Information Studies: Kindergarten to
Grade 12 (1998). It includes a Grade 9 Information Skills Continuum to assist teachers
with planning and assessment. Summary tables of research activities for the Course
Profiles are also provided.
Integration of Information Literacy Skills in the Grade 10 Curriculum ( 2001)
In this document, the curriculum mapping introduced in the TDSB document
Integration of Information Literacy Skills in the Grade 9 Curriculum ( 2000) has
been repeated. Each of the significant research projects contained in the Grade 10
Course Profiles has been identified. For each, the appropriate stages of the inquiry and
research process are indicated. A Grade 10 Information Skills Continuum is included
to assist teachers in assessing, planning, and recording when and to whom skills are
taught. Also included is a summary table of the research activities for these Course
Profiles and a series of appendices of helpful resources contained in those Profiles.
$23.25 ea.
$ 1.50 ea.
Introduction to Information Technology in Business Annotated Resource List
(Gr. 9, BTT1O) ( 2000)
Five units: The Groundwork of IT, The Power of Application Software in Business,
E-communication, The Assessment and Gathering of Information By Using Electronic
Media, and Careers in IT. Print, video, software, and Internet resources are listed.
NEW
Learning Strategies 1: Enabling Skills for Enquiry and Research (Gr. 9) ( 1999)
A unit developed to be delivered in the context of the Learning Strategies 1 course.
The units focus is the four stages of the research and inquiry process: Preparing for
Research; Accessing Resources; Processing Information; and Transferring and
Applying Learning. Because of its generic nature, this unit can be used with any
course.
$ 3.25 ea.
Library and Learning Commons K12 Teaching and Learning Expected

Practice ( 2014)
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Library Learning Commons Handbook ( 2012)
This manual is meant to guide and support teacher-librarians in their work, and to
move school libraries toward the Learning Commons environment envisioned in
Together for Learning: School Libraries and the Emergence of the Learning
Commons (OLA, 2010). It will provide practical strategies to develop library
programs that have a direct and positive influence on student achievement and
engagement in the Toronto District School Board.
PRICE
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Model for Inquiry Poster

This is an 11 x 17 colour poster of the Inquiry wheel from Together for Learning:
School Libraries and the Emergence of the Learning Commons: A Vision for the 21st
Century, 2010. Reprinted with permission from the Ontario School Library
Association.
$ 2.00 ea.
Research Success @ Your Library: A Guide for Secondary Students (2nd Edition) $ 2.25 ea.
(Gr. 912) ( 2012)
This resource has been developed by the TDSB Library and Learning Resources
Department to help all secondary students become organized researchers, critical
thinkers, and effective communicators. The Guide presents a step-by-step approach to
the research and inquiry process that is applicable in all subject areas, as part of a
strong school library program. For each stage, the Guide provides: valuable advice
from teacher-librarians, templates for recording student work, short tips for improving
research, and checklists and rubrics for assessing student progress. A useful appendix
provides comprehensive examples of current MLA and APA documentation. Saddlestitched.
FRENCH VERSION:
Russir dans vos recherches @ la bibliothque : Un guide pour les lves du
secondaire ( 2009)
$ 2.00 ea.
Science Annotated Resource List (Gr. 9, SNC1D) ( 2000)

Five units: General Resources, Reproduction, Atoms and Elements, Electricity, and
The Study of the Universe. Print, video, software, and Internet resources are listed.
$ 1.50 ea.
Social Studies Annotated Resource List (Gr. 1-6) ( 2000)

Librarians and teachers are presented with a comprehensive list of resources to assist
in teaching Social Studies for students in Grades 16. The list is divided into
categories including, print, video, Internet, software, and community resources.
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MATHEMATICS/NUMERACY
Key Ideas of the Ontario Curriculum, Revised 2005, KindergartenGrade 8
( 2009)
This document highlights the important mathematical ideas within Ontarios
curriculum across the continuum of the grades. It is designed to support teachers in
seeing trends across the grades for the purposes of focusing instruction, designing
assessment and evaluation around key concepts and skills, and to help teachers plan
for combined-grade classrooms.
Mathematics Career Posters
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Financial Literacy (Grades 48) ( 2011)
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Helping Your Child Do Mathematics: A Guide for Parents

(Kindergarten Grade 6) (Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat, 2007)
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Mathematics (Grades 18) ( 2005)
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
Crossover Materials English Academic to Applied (Grade 9)
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Curriculum Documents (Note: We are making the following titles available at

print cost, as the Ministry only has them available online. Other Ministry
curriculum documents are still free of charge.)
Elementary
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Early Learning for Every Child Today: A Framework for Ontario early
childhood settings
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English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development:

A Resource Guide (Grades 18) ( 2001)
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English Language Learners ESL and ELD Programs and Services:

Policies and Procedures for Ontario Elementary and Secondary Schools,
Kindergarten to Grade 12 ( 2007)
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Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program (Draft Version,

20102011)
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Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction, Grades 46 (Vol. 1 Foundations)

(2006)
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Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction, Grades 46 (Vol. 2 Assessment)

(2006)
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Classroom Management) (2006)
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Guide to Effective Literacy Instruction, Grades 46 (Vol. 4 Oral

Language) (2008)
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Helping Your Child Do Mathematics: A Guide for Parents (Kindergarten

Grade 6) (Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat, 2007)
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Mathematics (Grades 18) ( 2005)
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Program for Ontario Schools (K12) (2013)
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(2013)
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Supporting Minds: An Educators Guide to Promoting Students Mental

Health and Well-being (2013)
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Financial Literacy (Grades 912) (2011)
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Think Literacy: Cross-Curricular Approaches:
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More Than a Style Guide

The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) produces a wide range of publications and
communications for a wide variety of purposes. This guide serves as a reference for
some of the questions that arise during the development of a publication, and it sets
some guidelines for TDSB editorial and design styles, for both print documents and
Web pages. This guide is intended for a variety of users: project leaders, writing
teams, first-time authors, experienced authors, reviewers, support staff who perform
formatting and keyboarding tasks, and all others who provide support in producing
TDSB publications, including professional designers and editors.
MUSIC
Music for Every Classroom: Kindergarten ( 2004)
This resource is intended to provide suggestions and practical ideas to make music
teaching and learning a positive, meaningful experience. The ideas presented are
organized to meet current provincial policy and provide the foundation for a balanced,
well-rounded Music program for Kindergarten.
Out of stock
(Revised
version is
being
developed.)
$ 7.00 ea.
Music for Every Classroom: Grade 1 ( 2004)

well-rounded Music program for Grade 1.
$ 7.00 ea.

$ 7.00 ea.

$ 8.00 ea.
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Orff Songs and Activities: Curriculum Resource Guide K6 ( 2005)
This resource guide was designed to provide a sequential body of material to be used
in the Orff music classroom from Kindergarten to Grade 6. This guide provides a
framework for TDSB Orff programs. The Orff approach to music education
incorporates many activities, including singing, speech, movement, games, and
playing instruments. This guide includes grade-appropriate songs and teaching
strategies, and makes reference to numerous other Orff music resources.
PRICE
$16.00 ea.
(binder and
CD)
$ 3.00 ea.
(CD only)
See, Hear, Feel: Music of the World (Gr. 18) ( 2000)

$12.00 ea.
The World Music Learning Resource features the musical genres of Ghana, the former
Soviet Republic of Georgia, and Java (the most densely populated island of the
Indonesian archipelago). Each musical genre is given extensive attention with respect
to dancing, song, and poetry. Ghana: Grades 13; Georgia: Grades 46; Javanese
music of Indonesia: Grades 78. Coiled.
Sounds of Change: Part 1: Love Songs for a Small Planet (Gr. 7/8) ( 2005)
Sounds of Change: Part 1: Love Songs for a Small Planet introduces students to
prominent Canadian composer Alexina Louie, and through activities, examines her
composition Love Songs for a Small Planet. Students will explore Louies music by
studying the score and listening and responding to the music. The will investigate a
variety of sound sources, traditional and non-traditional notation, and do graphic
notation. This will develop their musical knowledge and skills, and prepare them for
the culminating task of composing their own earth music.
$50.00/set
(includes
coiled book,
score, and
CD)
Understanding Beginning Band (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

Effective methods for teaching the curriculum. Expectations and activity titles are
provided, as well as learning strategies and a descriptive section on assessment and
evaluation.
$ 1.50 ea.
Understanding Vocal Music (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

Effective methods for teaching the curriculum. Expectations and activity titles are
provided, as well as learning strategies and a descriptive section on assessment and
evaluation.
$ 1.75 ea.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY/PHYSIOTHERAPY
Promote, Imagine, Realize: A Resource Manual to Enhance the Art of Living
( 2005) (binder)
This resource manual provides access to information and resources to professional
support service staff and special educators, who assist and support our students with
special needs and their families as they transition throughout their school years and
beyond. The manual will enhance the abilities of our special student population in the
following areas: Education; Family Support Services; Financial Assistance;
Government Programs; Health, Disabilities, and Disorders; Hospital and Medical
Rehabilitation Services; Housing Options and Attendant Care; Recreation and
Leisure; Transportation/Driver Education; and World of Work.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
CREDIT RECOVERY:
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Instructional Strategies for Making Connections in Science, Grades 912( 2004) $ 8.00 ea.
This resource focuses on instructional strategies that science teachers can use to
address the curriculum expectations and achievement chart categories that relate to the
study of science, technology, society, and the environment (commonly referred to as
STSE). Coiled.
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Science and Technology K12 Expected Practice ( 2014)
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Science: Biotechnology, Electricity, Space Exploration (Gr. 9: Academic (SNC1D), $10.00 ea.
Applied (SNC1P), Essential (SNC14)) ( 1999)
An implementation guide for Grade 9 Science Academic and Applied courses that
commenced in September 1999. Resources to support implementation, and
implications of the new curriculum, are explained in detail to further assist teachers in
appropriate measures to deliver this curriculum effectively.
Electricity Unit only
$ 2.50 ea.
Science: SNC3E, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation ( 2001)

$ 8.25 ea.
This document was developed to provide instructional resources to teachers of the
Grade 11 Science Workplace Preparation course. These resources are a supplement to
the Ministry of Education's Course Profile to Science SNC3E. Some of the content not
normally found in other textbooks has been developed here. This document has been
informed by best practices in reading and writing science for two purposes: to
improve student achievement in science and to introduce new instructional strategies
to science teachers to support literacy across the curriculum.

SOCIAL, CANADIAN, & WORLD STUDIES
Aboriginal Voices in the Curriculum: A Guide to Teaching Aboriginal Studies in
K8 Classrooms REVISED 2006 ( 2006)
This curriculum resource assists teachers in integrating Aboriginal Studies into the
Ontario Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Coiled.
ACT! ACTIVE CITIZENS TODAY: Global Citizenship for Local Schools
(Gr. 68) ( 2007) (A collaborative initiative between the University of Western
Ontarios Faculty of Education, the Thames Valley District School Board, and Free
the Children)
ACT! ACTIVE CITIZENS TODAY: Global Citizenship for Local Schools is a teachers
resource kit to teach middle school students that they are global citizens who can
make a positive difference in the world. The resource was designed specifically for the
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Ontario Grade 6 Social Studies Canadas Links to the World strand. The resource
features clear teaching strategies, useful blackline masters, assessment tools, case
studies at an appropriate reading level, and two suggested culminating activities.
Coiled.
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Action Research Report, Grades 1 and 2 Social Studies ( 2007)
$ 1.75 ea.
Agincourt Village Walk for Grade 3 Urban and Rural Communities ( 2011)
This walk through the Agincourt Village neighbourhood allows Grade 3 students to
see glimpses of how a former rural community has developed within an urban
environment. The resource contains a walk outline for teachers, curriculum links, and
a complete student booklet.
$ 3.25 ea.
Benchmark Exemplar Task (Grades 7/8) ( 2007)
$ 3.50 ea.
Canadian and World Issues: A Geographic Analysis (CGW4U, Gr. 12, University
This document completes the remaining units for the Grade 12 CGW4U Geography
course following the Ministry Course Profile outline.
$ 6.00 ea.
Canadian and World Politics (CPW4U, Gr. 12, University Prep. Units 1, 3, 4,
and 5) ( 2003)
This course examines national and international political issues from a variety of
perspectives. Students will learn about the rights and responsibilities of individuals,
groups, and states within the international community; analyze the different ways in
which Canada tries to settle its conflicts with other nations; and evaluate the role
nationalist and internationalist ideologies play in shaping relations among states.
$ 6.45 ea.
Canadian and World Studies Exemplar Tasks/Unit-Culminating Activities

(CHI4U, CHY4U/CHY4C, CIA4U Gr. 12) ( 2002)
This document contains summative evaluation plans for four Grade 12 courses
CHI4U, CHY4U, CHY4C, CIA4Uand sample exemplar/unit-culminating activities.
$ 4.50 ea.
CGC1P Accommodated Applied Geography for Special Needs (Gr. 9) ( 2006)

This document is an updated and revised resource based on the new expectations in
the Ontario 2005 Revised Canadian & World Studies policy document. The
teaching/learning, assessment, and evaluation strategies align with new Ministry
policies, and incorporate best practices that were developed in the TDSBs Geography
of Canada (Applied Special Needs), 1999 and Geography of Canada: ESL/ELD
Resource Guide for Geography, 2002. This resource provides sample scaffolding
strategies to support students at risk, and will be a useful reference for new teachers
and Credit Recovery teachers, as well as teachers of Applied Geography classes.
$17.25 ea.
(hard copy)
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CHC2L A Package of Additional Resources to Complement the Grade 10
Canadian History Course Profile CHC2L ( 2006)
This resource provides additional teaching and assessment strategies for teachers of
the Grade 10 Canadian History course, CHC2L. These resources support and flesh out
strategies suggested in the provincial Course Profile for CHC2L.
PRICE
$ 5.00 ea.
CHC2P Accommodations Special Needs to the Grade 10 Applied History

Course Profile CHC2P (Based on Revised 2005 Expectations for Canadian
History Since World War I) ( 2006)
This resource package provides engaging student activities that teachers will find very
useful. The teaching, assessment, and evaluation strategies in this document represent
samples of best practices that will provide some scaffolding for students with a range
of challenges, but who are capable of doing work in the Grade 10 Applied program.
$12.00 ea.
CHV2O Grade 10 Civics: Accommodations for Special Needs (Revised)

( 2006)
This resource package is based on the revised Canadian and World Studies 2005
expectations, and updates the original resource published in 2000. The teaching,
assessment, and evaluation strategies support and scaffold learning for students.
$10.00 ea.
Civics Exemplar (CHV2O): A Written Response to Two Different Viewpoints on $ 2.00 ea.
an Issue (Gr. 10) ( 2009)
This resource provides a rich performance task, scoring rubric and checklist, pre-task
activities, scaffolding templates, and two samples of student work at each Level of
achievement from one through four from students in Grade 10 Open Civics classes in
the TDSB. Students were asked to read and analyze two articles on the same topic
written from different points of view and defend their position on the issue at this
point in time, based on the arguments and the evidence presented by the two writers of
the articles. This task can be repeated for different topics and different units in the
Grade 10 Civics course, and a students performance and improvement can be tracked
over time with multiple performances.
CREDIT RECOVERY:
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Geography (CGC1P) ( 2006)
History (CHC2D) ( 2006)
History (CHC2P) ( 2006)
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$ 3.00 ea.
$10.00 ea
Early African Civilizations (Gr. 5) ( 2001)

$ 6.50 ea.
Designed with integrated lessons, this unit addresses all the Social Studies
expectations in Early Civilizations, as well as many expectations in English Language,
Mathematics, Science and Technology, and The Arts. Such integration is also a way to
generate and heighten the students' sense of excitement and interest in the subject
matter. This unit has been designed to offer students a rich and diverse experience in
learning about early African civilizations, an area in history just beginning to be
studied and explored truthfully.
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Environment and Resource Management (CGR4M, Gr. 12, University/College
Course Profile completion including student worksheets and current resource lists.
PRICE
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Features of Communities Around the World (Gr. 2 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

The activities in this unit are intended to provide opportunities for students to acquire
the necessary skills and knowledge set out in the expectations for Grade 2 Social
Studies: Canada and World Connections: Communities Around the World. Students
will be introduced to general concepts about Canadalifestyles and environments,
people and communities. They will begin to understand the relationship between
location and climate, and will investigate the relationship between location, climate,
shelter, food, and clothing.
$ 2.50 ea.
Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity (CHG38) (Gr. 11, University/College)

( 2009)
This Course Profile provides detailed lesson guides and extensive resource lists in six
units for this TDSB locally developed Grade 11 University/College History course.
$20.00 ea.
Geography (Academic): Greater Toronto Area (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

Designed to be used by teachers of the Grade 9 Geography Academic course, but can
also be used in the Applied course, with some minor alterations. The package contains
lessons in every unit, except Unit 4: Global Interactions. All other units culminate
with a sustainability activity in Unit 5.
$ 8.00 ea.
Geography (Applied Special Education) (Gr. 9) ( 1999)

$ 6.50 ea.
The Applied Geography Course Profile has been modified to meet the needs of
exceptional students, particularly those students whose reading, writing, and
comprehension skills are below grade level. The Teaching/Learning Strategies have
been adjusted, expanded or, in some cases, omitted. Assessment/evaluation techniques
have been modified to include or suggest other tools (organizers, rubrics, and
checklists) that will assist students in demonstrating their level of achievement.
Geography Exemplar (CGC1P): Neighbourhood Improvement Plan (Gr. 9)
( 2009)
Geography Exemplars (Gr. 7 & 8 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

This package contains performance tasks for each strand in Grade 7 and 8 Geography.
These tasks can be used in assessing and evaluating student skills and knowledge at
the end of each unit of study. Supporting documents include student instructions,
worksheets and assessment tools.
$ 2.75 ea.
History Exemplar (CHC2P): Historical Perspective Taking Through a Letter in

Role ( 2009)
$ 1.50 ea.
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History Exemplars (Gr. 7 & 8 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)
This exemplar project was created to give teachers a wide range of quality
performance tasks, task-specific rubrics, and student exemplars matched to
achievement levels. These tasks will aid teachers in achieving a balanced approach to
assessment, evaluation, and instruction.
PRICE
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History Grade 10 Applied/Academic Exemplar: Historical Benchmark,

Historical Significance ( 2007)
$ 1.75 ea.
History of Africa and Peoples of African Descent (CAS331) (Gr. 11, Open)
( 2009)
This Course Profile provides detailed lesson guides and extensive resource lists in
seven units for this TDSB locally developed Grade 11 Open History course.
$15.00 ea.
The Local Community (Gr. 1 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

Studies: Canada and World Connections: The Local Community.
$ 2.25 ea.
The Medieval World (Gr. 4) ( 2002)

The lessons in this document address medieval times in parts of medieval Europe,
China, and the Middle East. They are designed to help students develop a critical
understanding of many important issues in the context of the Middle Ages, and to
compare how the same issues are dealt with in the modern world and in their own
community.
$11.25 ea.
My Canada: Provinces and Territories (Gr. 4) ( 2002)

$ 3.85 ea.
The activities in this resource are designed to address the Ontario Ministry of Education Social Studies expectations and to provide rich learning experiences for Grade 4
students. This unit encompasses one-half of the Grade 4 Social Studies curriculum and
can be delivered over half the school year. The activities can be approached as wholeclass lessons or through small-group work, or they can be put on activity cards at a
Social Studies centre so that students may complete them at their own pace.
Origins, Relationships, and Contributions (Gr. 6) ( 2002)
This unit presents three lessons to address the specific expectations from The Ontario
Curriculum: Social Studies, Grades 16 (1998). Lesson #1 presents some of the
theories concerning the possible origins of the Aboriginal population of North
America. Lesson #2 has students research seven Aboriginal culture areas as defined
geographically and as the people lived about the time of first contact with Europeans.
Students will also examine contemporary lifestyles in these same culture areas.
Lesson #3 presents learning activities concerning the contributions of Aboriginal
peoples to Canadian culture from both historical and contemporary perspectives.
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Pioneer Life (Gr. 3 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)
This unit on Pioneer Life focuses on the historical time frame of the early to mid1800s. Students will have the opportunity to develop a realistic appreciation for both
the lives of the Native Peoples living in Upper Canada prior to the coming of the
settlers and also the contributions that Aboriginal peoples made to pioneer
communities. Activity sheets have been included with some lessons to provide the
general categories with a framework for recording responses.
PRICE
$ 4.25 ea.
Planning Social Studies in Combined Grades 1 and 2 ( 2002)

This document was developed by teachers of combined grades, working with staff
from the Social, Canadian, and World Studies Department. It guides teachers in the
use of existing straight-grade TDSB and Ministry of Education resources for Social
Studies in a combined Grades 1/2 classroom.
$ 2.00 ea.
Planning Social Studies in Combined Grades 4 and 5 ( 2002)

This document was developed by teachers of combined grades, working with staff
from the Social, Canadian, and World Studies Department. It guides teachers in the
use of existing straight-grade TDSB and Ministry of Education resources for Social
Studies in a combined Grades 4/5 classroom.
$ 2.75 ea.
Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities (Gr. 1 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

Studies: Heritage and Citizenship: Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities.
$ 2.25 ea.
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary -- Grade 3:

Creating an Information Bulletin Depicting the Contributions of Aboriginal
Peoples to Early Settlement Times in Ontario ( 2003 Field-Test Edition)
(Strand Heritage and Citizenship: Pioneer Life)
Creating a Map of Your Improved Community with an Urban/Rural Collage

Border ( 2009) (Strand: Canada and World Studies: Urban and Rural
Connections)
$ 2.00 ea.
Creating a Plan for an Ideal Park for the Future ( 2003 Field-Test Edition)
(Strand Canada and World Connections: Urban and Rural Communities)
.75 ea.
Taking Care of Water in Urban and Rural Communities ( 2003 Field-Test

Edition) (Strand Canada and World Connections: Urban and Rural
Communities)
.75 ea.
Writing a Letter to a Child in Early Settlement Times in Upper Canada

( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Heritage and Citizenship: Pioneer Life)
.75 ea.
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TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary Grade 4:
The Canada Deck: Space Station Proposal ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand
Canada and World Connections: The Provinces and Territories of Canada)
PRICE
$
.50 ea.
Creating a Did You Know? Information Bulletin/Brochure from Gjoa

Haven, Nunavut ( 2004) (Strand Canada and World Connections: The
Provinces and Territories of Canada)
$ 3.25 ea.
Creating an Illustrated Report on Health and Healing in Medieval Times

( 2004) (Strand Heritage and Citizenship: Medieval Times)
$ 3.75 ea.
Creating Web Pages to Compare Chinese, European, and Islamic

Civilizations in Medieval Times ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Heritage
and Citizenship: Medieval Times)
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary Grade 5:

Creating a Brochure Entitled Why I Value Being a Canadian Citizen
( 2006) (Strand Canada and World Connections: Aspects of Government in
Canada)
Grade 5 students from across the Toronto District School Board prepared a brochure
that presented their personal reflections on what it means to be a Canadian (e.g., why I
value being a Canadian). They included sections on the steps in becoming a Canadian
citizen (e.g., what immigrants should know) and Canadian symbols that are important
to them and why. Students applied critical-thinking skills to present the most
important rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizens and why, and included one
uniquely defined section entitled The most important things you should know
about.
.75 ea.
$ 4.00 ea.
Creating a Postcard to Identify Ways in Which the People of Early

Civilizations Interacted with the Natural Environment ( 2006) (Strand
Heritage and Citizenship: Early Civilizations)
The Grade 5 Social Studies Exemplar Task document includes teacher instructions, a
student booklet, and samples of student work at the four levels of achievement for the
above-noted task.
$ 4.00 ea.
Creating a Poster to Demonstrate the Relationship Between Citizenship

Rights and Responsibilities and Classroom Rights and Responsibilities
( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Canada and World Connections: Aspects
of Government in Canada)
.75 ea.
Creating a Summary Chart and Visual Representation Comparing

Structures in Early Civilizations ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand
Heritage and Citizenship: Early Civilizations)
.75 ea.
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TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary -- Grade 6:
Annotated Map Report ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Canada and
World Connections: Canada and Its Trading Partners)
PRICE
$
.75 ea.
Creating a Picture Book Jacket with Inside Flaps and Back Cover Describing
a Global Issue and Actions Taken to Address the Issue ( 2010) (Strand
Canada and World Connections: Canadas Links to the World)
This exemplar presents a rich performance task and samples of student work at four
levels of achievement, with teacher comments.
$ 2.75 ea.
Three-Panel Presentation for International Trade Show ( 2003 Field-Test

Edition) (Strand Canada and World Connections: Canada and Its Trading
Partners)
Writing a Preface/Introduction to Her Solitary Place (The Story of a Beothuk

Woman Named Shawnadithit) ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Heritage
and Citizenship: Aboriginal Peoples and European Explorers)
$ 1.00 ea.
Preparing a Presentation on the Impact of Residential Schools on Canadas

Aboriginal Peoples for a United Nations Student Forum on Contemporary
Aboriginal Issues ( 2003 Field-Test Edition) (Strand Heritage and
Citizenship: Aboriginal Peoples and European Explorers)
$ 1.00 ea.
.75 ea.
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary -- Grade 7 Geography ( 2004)

Making Neighbourhood Decisions: Writing a Feature News Article and
Designing a Thematic Map (Strand The Themes of Geographic Inquiry)
$ 4.25 ea.
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary -- Grade 7 History ( 2004)

Writing a Letter to Argue for the Creation of a Loyalist Vignette (Strand
British North America)
$ 3.50 ea.
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary Grade 8 Geography: Creating a

Poster to Illustrate How Migration Has Shaped Canada ( 2006) (Unit
Migration)
Students demonstrate their understanding that migration affects people and places by
designing a poster that illustrates how migration has shaped Canada.
$ 6.00 ea.
$ 5.00 ea.
TDSB Curriculum Exemplars Elementary Grade 8 History: Expressing the
Opinion of a Historical Figure ( 2006) (Unit The Development of Western
Canada)
After studying The Development of Western Canada, students reflect on events of
this era and on the contributions made by various individuals. Students will use
different literacy strategies and the skills of historians to interpret written, graphic, and
artistic texts. In conclusion, they will express the opinions of a series of diverse
personalities who played significant roles in Western Canada.
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Teaching the Holodomor in Ukraine in Grade 12 History and Politics ( 2010)
This resource provides strategies to integrate the Holodomor into the CHY4 and
CPW4 courses. Detailed lesson plans and assessment and evaluation strategies for
units and courses are suggested, along with excellent resources.
PRICE
$13.00 ea.
Traditions and Celebrations (Gr. 2 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

Studies: Heritage and Citizenship: Traditions and Celebrations.
$ 2.75 ea.
Urban and Rural Communities in Ontario (Gr. 3 Field-Test Edition) ( 2001)

Studies: Canada and World Connections: Urban and Rural Communities.
$ 6.50 ea.
SOCIAL SCIENCES & THE HUMANITIES

Family Studies Integrated Curriculum (Grades 6, 7, and 8) ( 2010)
This document provides Elementary Family Studies teachers with curriculum-linked
activities to use with students in Grades 6, 7, and 8. The program incorporates lessons,
assessment strategies, and accompanying blackline masters. The areas addressed in
each grade are Food and Nutrition, Clothing and Design, and Consumer Studies.
$12.00 ea.
Fashion and Creative Expression (Gr. 11, Open, HNC3O Profile Supplement
Units 2, 3, 4, and 5; Resource Units 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5) ( 2001)
$ 6.50 ea.
The Fashion Industry (HNB4O, Gr. 12, Open ( 2003)
$ 9.00 ea.
Food and Nutrition (Gr. 9 Units 1 & 3, HFN1O) ( 1999)

This first phase deals with a wide range of food- and nutrition-related topics, from
career opportunities in the industry to body image and proper dieting techniques.
$ 5.75 ea.
Food and Nutrition Phase II (Gr. 9 Units 2, 4, 5, HFN1O) ( 2000)

This second phase reviews concepts similar to those discussed in Phase I. This
resource deals with a wide range of topics of food- and nutrition-related topics, from
career opportunities in the industry to body image and proper dieting techniques.
$ 9.00 ea.
Food & Nutrition Sciences (HFA4M, Gr. 12, University/College) ( 2003)
$ 9.00 ea.
Individual and Family Living (Gr. 9 Units 1 & 2, HIF1O) ( 1999)

This first phase introduces students to individual and family living. Topics of study
include enhancing personal skills, understanding personal issues, the individuals in
families, families in the community, and family ties in society. Each topic is explored
thoroughly, by utilizing simple question-and-answer techniques and various types of
table formats.
$ 6.00 ea.
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Individual and Family Living Phase II (Gr. 9 Units 3, 4, 5, HIF1O) ( 2000)
This second phase reviews concepts similar to those introduced in Phase I. Topics of
study include enhancing personal skills, understanding personal issues, the individuals
in families, families in the community, and family ties in society. Each topic is
explored thoroughly, by utilizing simple question-and-answer techniques and various
types of table formats.
PRICE
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Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society (HHS4M, Gr. 12, University/College) $10.50 ea.
( 2003)
Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society (HHS4M) Exemplar Project
(Gr. 12, University/College) ( 2010)
HHS4M Culminating Activity includes five phases of the research project.
$ 3.00 ea.
Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society (HHS4M) Mock Marriage Project

(Gr. 12, University/College) ( 2012)
Students will explore the reality of marriage by participating in mock situations that
imitate real-life situations. This interactive project is appropriate for the Grade 12
HHS4M, Unit 3. Students work in pairs throughout the project.
$ 3.25 ea.
An Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology (HSP3M Gr. 11,

University/College Prep. Units 2, 3, 4, and 5 & Units 1 and 6 Supplementary
Appendices) ( 2001)
$ 7.50 ea.
Issues in Human Growth and Development (HHG4M, Gr. 12, University/College)

( 2003)
$ 9.00 ea.
Living and Working with Children (Gr. 11, College Preparation, HPW3C Profile
Supplement Units 1, 3, and 4; Resource Units 1, 2, 3, and 4) ( 2001)
$ 5.75 ea.
Managing Personal and Family Resources (Gr. 11, College Preparation, HIR3C
Profile Supplement Units 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6; Resource Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6)
( 2001)
$ 9.00 ea.
Parenting (Gr. 11, Open, HPC3O Profile Supplement Units 2, 3, and 4; Resource
Units 1, 2, 3, and 4) ( 2001)
$ 5.50 ea.
Parenting and Human Development (HPD4E, Gr. 12, Workplace) ( 2003)
$10.00 ea.
Philosophy: The Big Questions (HZB3O Gr. 11, Open) ( 2001)
$ 7.50 ea.
Safety in the Family Studies Classroom (25 minutes) ( 2003)

This instructional video outlines all of the safety procedures necessary for students to
know while participating in the practical aspects of the Family Studies program. It is
divided into three segments: 1. General Safety in the Family Studies Classroom;
2. Safety in the Family Studies Food Lab; and 3. Safety in the Family Studies
Clothing Lab.
VHS:
$ 3.00 ea.
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$ 8.00 ea.

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World Religions: Beliefs and Daily Life (HRF3O Gr. 11, Open) ( 2001)
PRICE
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World Religions: Beliefs, Issues, and Religious Traditions (HRT3M Gr. 11,
University/College) ( 2001)
$ 5.00 ea.

SPECIAL EDUCATION/SPECIAL NEEDS
Advanced Learning Strategies: Skills for Success after Secondary School
(Support Document for Special Education Teachers) (Grade 12, GLE3O/4O)
( 2002)
Since the introduction of the secondary curriculum under secondary restructuring,
Guidance staff have worked with Special Education to develop a number of support
documents delivered through workshops. This comprehensive synthesis of these key
messages and implementation strategies to support course delivery has now been
developed to assist teachers to use the continuum of key learning areas for students in
the GLE version of Learning Strategies courses. This document reviews the
fundamental differences in delivery between the GLS and GLE versions of the course.
In addition, it demonstrates how the course can be delivered for credit purposes at the
same time as individual student needs are met.
NEW

accomplishment in completing kindergarten!
$ 2.50 ea.
$ 8.00 ea.
Inspired by Herculess ability to successfully integrate into his new school and
classroom, Principal Thelma Sambrook and Teacher Patrick Murtaugh were
motivated to write and document his story.
I Hear What You SayMainstreaming Hearing Impaired Students in the 90s
(VHS & DVD, 24 minutes) ( 1994)
The intention of this video is to increase the understanding of administrators and
educators who have hearing impaired students in their schools and classrooms. The
video emphasizes the importance of establishing specific teaching strategies and
suggestions, as well as building a partnership between the teacher and the student.
VHS:
$ 5.00 ea.
DVD:
$ 8.00 ea.
Look Beyond the Labels (VHS & DVD, 24 minutes) ( 1996)

VHS:
Developed for educators to expand their knowledge on children with autism. The
$ 5.00 ea.
primary goal of the video is to assist teachers in applying appropriate accommodations
DVD:
in the classroom for these special students.
$ 8.00 ea.
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Ministry of Education
Leading Mentally Healthy School: A Resource for Administrators (K12)
(2013)
Supporting Minds: An Educators Guide to Promoting Students Mental

Health and Well-being (Draft Version 2013)
PRICE
$ 5.50 ea.
$ 6.50 ea.
My disability is not me (VHS & DVD, 19 minutes) ( 1994)

educators who have students with disabilities in their schools and classrooms. The
VHS:
$ 5.00 ea.
The Ramp Man (2012) (8 x 11 full-colour, softcover book, 26 pages)

This is the story about Luke Anderson, who was 24 years old and free as a bird, with
a world of opportunities at his fingertips. A trip to British Columbia and a quest to
pursue his passion for mountain biking changed his life forever. After a terrible fall
left him quadriplegic, Luke went through extensive rehabilitation and spent time
adjusting to a new way of life. He went from being a popular, all-around star athlete,
to a young man who needed to use a wheelchair in an environment not designed with
him in mind.
$ 8.00 ea.
DVD:
$ 8.00 ea.
Affectionately known as the Ramp Man, Luke has shown that what he has inside is
the optimism, perseverance, and hope to tackle the problems of getting around the
city when you are physically challenged. This story reminds us that together, we can
face challenges and break barriers to transform our communities.
Note: $1.00 from the sale of each book will be donated to StopGap, an
organization that is creating a world where every person can access every
space through engaging projects that raise awareness and remove barriers.
The Vision Video (VHS & DVD, 21 minutes) ( 1994)

educators who have visually impaired students in their schools and classrooms. The
VHS:
$ 5.00 ea.
DVD:
$ 8.00 ea.
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
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Snacks Are for Talking Too: The KELI Cookbook! ( 2004)
The Kindergarten Early Language Intervention (KELI) Program, an oral language
enhancement program for students from high-need schools, is pleased to share a new
cookbook of simple recipes based on stories for young children. Recipes include
Grassy Tacos, related to the story The Three Billy Goats Gruff, and Preposition
Toast, related to the story Were Going on a Bear Hunt. The KELI staff from ten
sites developed the recipes, and hope that kindergarten and primary teachers and
parents will enjoy the snack ideas and help children expand their oral language,
literacy, and social communication skills. Coiled.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Mentoring Matters: A Practical Guide to Learning-Focused Relationships
An excellent resource for both mentors and administrators who are interested in
learning more about how to support beginning teachers in their schools. It provides a
philosophical framework and practical strategies and templates. The mentors role,
learning-focused interactions, and coaching relationships are examined.
TECHNOLOGICAL STUDIES
Computer Engineering Course Supplement: Grade 11 ITSA Workplace
Preparation ICE3E ( 2006)
This course supplement is designed to address the learning outcomes of the CompTIA
A+ core hardware examination. Students install, maintain, and troubleshoot computer
systems, while developing problem-solving and repair procedures.
Computer Engineering Course Supplement: Grade 12 ITSA Workplace
Preparation ICE4E ( 2006)
This course supplement is designed to address the learning outcomes of the CompTIA
A+ exams, including preparation for the A+ Operating System exam.
PRICE
$ 8.00 ea.
$10.00 ea.
$ 8.50 ea.
$10.00 ea.

VISUAL ARTS
Document Phase II.
Visual Arts Resource Guide, Kindergarten to Grade 8 ( 2004)
This curriculum guide presents K8 teachers with one approach to designing a
program in Visual Arts. It is for teachers who want to implement a strong art program
while also recognizing ways to meaningfully connect student learning in art to other
areas of the curriculum. Coiled.
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literacy, and social-communication activities with their child in the home language, as the foundation for
school success. Activity suggestions for home use are provided in 12 languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese,
English, Farsi, Gujarati, Korean, Somali, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
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responsible for buying the additional materials needed (e.g., storybooks, toys), as described in the Teacher
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Standards of Practice for Literacy, Grades 7/8 ( 2002)

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Introduction to Business (BBI1O/2O, Gr. 9 or 10) ( 1999)

Introduction to Information Technology in Business (BTT1O/2O, Gr. 9 or 10)

QuickBooks Online TDSB Training Manual (Gr. 912) ( 2015)

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Build Character, Build Success: Character Development School Resource Guide

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Choices Into Action: A Profile of the Knowledge and Skills

Community Involvement Manual and Passport

Continuous Intake Co-op (CIC) Resource (binder) (Secondary) ( 2008)

Career Studies Credit Recovery Course (GLC2O) ( 2008)

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Destinations: An Educational Planning Guide for Counsellors and OSS Students

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Activities for Students and Their Teacher-Advisors (Gr. 8) ( 1999)

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Learning Strategies Student Workbook (Gr. 9)

Learning Strategies Teacher Manual (Gr. 9)

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School-to-Work Connections (Grades 912) (Coiled book) ( 2004)

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Part 2: Understanding Who Am I? Results (consumable) ( 2000)

Part 3: Occupations Directory ( 2000) (now black-and-white)

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A Guide to Who Am I? for Professionals ( 1998)

Civics (CHV2O) ( 2006)

English (ENG1P/1D) ( 2006)

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