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Title: Forests of the Nation: Exploring Canada’s Model Forests With Inspector McTree
Description of Resource: Author-illustrator Marie Resmer has come out with another in her series of nature-related children’s books. Written in verse, this book tells the story of how human use of the forest has changed through the ages. Model Forests are presented as the modern solution to managing Canada’s forests, involving people striving to do the right things with this national treasure. Each of Canada’s 11 Model Forests are highlighted.
Author/Producer: Rhyme for Reason
Topic Areas Covered: Forest history, forest uses, forest products, forest management.
Type of Resource: Book. Soft cover, staple bound, with full-color illustrations.
For Grade Levels: 3 to 4
Publication Dates: 2001
Length: 37 pages
Cost: $8.00 (Canadian) + shipping and handling.
Is It Available for Loan: No
Is Training Necessary: No
Language: English
Educational or Informational: Educational
Recommended Enhancements to Accompany This Resource:  
Geographic Location Canada
Notes:  
F.R.E.E. Network's Evaluation Criteria: A B C
To Order This Resource Contact: Canadian Model Forest Network

http://cfs.nrcan.gc.ca/subsite/forestsofthenation/thestory

or

Rhyme for Reason

Address:

Rhyme for Reason

111 Graham Drive

  Islandview, N.B., CANADA
E3E 1A2
Phone: (506) 459-8705
Fax:  
E-Mail:

rhyme-for-reason@rogers.com

URL:

www.rhyme-for-reason.ca

or

www.modelforest.net


Our Message and Evaluation Criteria:

A

Everything is made from natural resources and natural resources must come from somewhere.

B

The gathering and processing of all natural resources have environmental impacts.

C

Responsible production and use of wood - a renewable resource - is environmentally sound.