Briony Penn's Books

Shortlisted for a 2020 BC Yukon Book Prize A freshly designed, new edition of a funny weekly chronicle that offers a year-long, intimate view of the flora and fauna populating the West Coast. A Year on the Wild Side is a witty commentary on the social and natural history of Vancouver Island. Composed of short, readable essays arranged into 12 monthly chapters, this engaging book reveals the magic and humour of the natural world and reminds us of our place within it. As the weeks and seasons unfold with the turning of the pages, you’ll be in sync with the living world that surrounds you. Discover what berries are ripe and the best time to pick them. Learn why the termites swarm, where the herring spawn, and when the maple leaves fall. Get up close and personal with fascinating creatures like the snowy owl, the giant Pacific octopus, the river otter, and more. The West Coast is abundantly alive, and A Year on the Wild Side invites you to indulge in unforgettable experiences, week by week, all year long.

A biography of Canadian biologist, educator, and conservationist Ian McTaggart-Cowan.

The story of Canada's geography is told in its rocks, soils, plants and animals --including humans. Everywhere in Canada you can find traces of what shaped the land and what plants, animals, and people have come and gone.

A biography of Canadian biologist, educator, and conservationist Ian McTaggart-Cowan.

Designed for students in the upper elementary and intermediate grades, this kit features an interdisciplinary approach. Five modules present activities in a variety of subject areas.

Grade level: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, i, s, t.

Book's by Briony Penn

A Year on the Wild Side

A Year on the Wild Side

The Real Thing

The Real Thing

A Year on the Wild Side

A Year on the Wild Side

The Kids Book of Canadian Geography

The Kids Book of Canadian Geography

The Real Thing

The Real Thing

Backyard Biodiversity and Beyond

Backyard Biodiversity and Beyond

Canada's Rainforest

Canada's Rainforest

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