Citizenship Week Books for Kids

Whether we are Canadian citizens by birth or by choice, Citizenship Week is all about learning our history, heritage, and the rights and responsibilities of being a Canadian citizen.

Updated April 11, 2026
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Discovering and understanding democracy in Canada
Anctil, Gabriel
Paper Book
How do general elections work? Who can vote? Who are the MPs? This non-fiction book provides curious readers with all the information they need to understand how Canada's democracy was built and how our federation works in terms of government. With accessible and engaging text,...
My Canada : an illustrated atlas
Dearlove, Katherine.
Paper Book
The essential bestselling kids' map book of Canada, perfect for ages 4 to 8 This picture book atlas is a whimsical and informative introduction to Canada, from sea to sea to sea. Each province and territory is featured on its own spread, with icons and...
The Witness Blanket : truth, art and reconciliation
Newman, Carey
Paper Book
For more than 150 years, thousands of Indigenous children were taken from their families and sent to residential schools across Canada. Artist Carey Newman created the Witness Blanket to make sure that history is never forgotten. The Blanket is a living work of art--a collection of...
Canada: We Are the Story
Wagamese, Richard
Paper Book
A poem by acclaimed Ojibway author Richard Wagamese is reimagined as a stunning picture book in the skilled hands of Anishinaabe artist Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley. Thoughtful, healing and hopeful, Canada is a testament to the transformative power of enduring identity and belonging. ...
Speaking our truth : a journey of reconciliation
Gray Smith, Monique
Paper Book
★"Smith's book is an effort that returns, offering diverse voices that invite the world into the reconciliation experience. Absolutely necessary."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review Canada's relationship with its Indigenous people has suffered as a result of both the residential...
Canada year by year
MacLeod, Elizabeth
Paper Book
Award-winning author Elizabeth MacLeod's year-by-year tour of Canada's fascinating history highlights a single milestone for every year from the country's founding in 1867 up to its 150th anniversary in 2017. Divided into ten distinct eras, coverage ranges from politics, sports, business and arts...
Govern like a girl : the women who became Canada's first ministers
Graham, Kate
Paper Book
Only twelve women have ever served as the premier of a Canadian province or territory, and only one has risen to the very top to serve as prime minister. In Govern Like a Girl,Kate Graham tells the stories of these thirteen women, from childhood to political power. Their experiences span three...
Oh, Canada!
Gürth, Per-Henrik
Paper Book
This colorful whirlwind journey across Canada takes young readers from coast to coast to coast, revealing the awe-inspiring scope and iconic images of their amazing country. Like the other bestsellers in the Canada Concept Books series, this book is not only an introduction to Canada, but also a...
Scholastic children's atlas of Canada
QA International (Firm)
Paper Book
My home, my province, my country -- Canada! Detailed maps introduce young children to the geography, history and culture of Canada. Revised and updated. Enrich and expand every young child's view of the geography, history and culture of Canada! This bright and colourful beginner's atlas...

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