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Play it Again, Sam
In Play it Again Sam, the TIMEFLIES ask how Sam and Alisha's ancestors became Canadians. While eluding natural predators and befriending insects, they observe the social conditions of 1867. Through an action-packed, and humorous adventure, readers witness the realities of colonization and oppression. Wondering when their ancestors are going to flee to Canada, they unravel the mystery and return feeling confused about the creation of their country. Though the answers are not simple, the asking brings them closer.
Book #2 of the TIMEFLIES Adventure Series.
Back Cover Description:
OH, TO BE A FLY IN THE WILD…
Fly back 151 years to watch as Sam and Alisha's ancestors become Canadian. Set in the great outdoors, there are more than three flies on this adventure.
Series Description:
TIMEFLIES is a series of adventures in which three friends pose questions about their families. Transformed into flies, they are transported to the time and place holding the answer.
Lightly sprinkled with science, geography, history, and flyswatters, TIMEFLIES is enjoyably educational. Humorous and action-packed, readers engage emotionally as the characters learn what motivates their families’ behaviours, fostering empathy and understanding.
Bonus Materials are included at the back of each book and online. Activities and discussion topics invite readers and educators to continue the learning adventure when the book is done.
Find out why James Fisher of The Miramichi Reader called TIMEFLIES “A sure bet to get middle-graders to read something worthwhile.”
Book #2 of the TIMEFLIES Adventure Series.
Back Cover Description:
OH, TO BE A FLY IN THE WILD…
Fly back 151 years to watch as Sam and Alisha's ancestors become Canadian. Set in the great outdoors, there are more than three flies on this adventure.
Series Description:
TIMEFLIES is a series of adventures in which three friends pose questions about their families. Transformed into flies, they are transported to the time and place holding the answer.
Lightly sprinkled with science, geography, history, and flyswatters, TIMEFLIES is enjoyably educational. Humorous and action-packed, readers engage emotionally as the characters learn what motivates their families’ behaviours, fostering empathy and understanding.
Bonus Materials are included at the back of each book and online. Activities and discussion topics invite readers and educators to continue the learning adventure when the book is done.
Find out why James Fisher of The Miramichi Reader called TIMEFLIES “A sure bet to get middle-graders to read something worthwhile.”
104 pages, Paperback
Published September 1, 2018
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December 3, 2018
The second installment in the TIMEFLIES series is from the perspective of the best friend, Sam. Since time-traveling as flies was triggered by a question, this story begins with seeking the answer to: How did our maternal ancestors come to live in a country called Canada?
So the kids―as flies― travel more than 150 years.
There were definitely more tid-bits related to bugs, such as bees and ants (i.e. loyalty to the queen and what they do,) which wasn't particularly interesting. I mean, seriously ,this was a lesson on bugs―any and all bugs. I guess this particular story felt more detached because it was mainly a historical overview of settlers on a new country. The previous TIMEFLIES book, at least, had an emotional inquiry to how the parents named their daughter. Couldn't we have come up with another question? Like, why is my brother afraid of water? Or maybe ask something about the future? What will I be when I grow up? You know, something along those lines that would connect readers to the characters more.
Again, the scientific trivia might spark an interest to young readers, however, I wasn't too keen on the fiction aspect of it. There was a lag to it and I wasn't too invested in the overall adventure.
So the kids―as flies― travel more than 150 years.
There were definitely more tid-bits related to bugs, such as bees and ants (i.e. loyalty to the queen and what they do,) which wasn't particularly interesting. I mean, seriously ,this was a lesson on bugs―any and all bugs. I guess this particular story felt more detached because it was mainly a historical overview of settlers on a new country. The previous TIMEFLIES book, at least, had an emotional inquiry to how the parents named their daughter. Couldn't we have come up with another question? Like, why is my brother afraid of water? Or maybe ask something about the future? What will I be when I grow up? You know, something along those lines that would connect readers to the characters more.
Again, the scientific trivia might spark an interest to young readers, however, I wasn't too keen on the fiction aspect of it. There was a lag to it and I wasn't too invested in the overall adventure.
December 6, 2018
Easy for children to understand, educational and most importantly fun! Sam and friends on another journey. Book one was such a cute way to make even a fly seem cute and learn interesting facts along the way. Now learning how they become Canadian even better.
Not only do you have the book to enjoy and read to your kids to stimulate a conversation about how they became Canadians but you have the activities available online for them to play. Good job, looking forward to the next installment.
Not only do you have the book to enjoy and read to your kids to stimulate a conversation about how they became Canadians but you have the activities available online for them to play. Good job, looking forward to the next installment.
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