The Great War (1914 - 1918) inspired courageous heroes and a proud Canadian nationalism, but it was a bloody and devastating four years. Almost half of Canada's soldiers were killed or wounded in deadly battles, such as Ypres, the Somme, and Vimy Ridge. Young readers will discover Canada's role in the Great War and learn about life in the trenchs, the drastic changes in the roles of women on the home front, and heroes like Billy Bishop and Francis Pegahmagabow.

Learn history and have fun!

• Creating a multinational flag
• Writing a coded message
• Making a periscope
• Targeting and observation game
• And much, much more

Also available in French.