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With a new baby in the house, Millicent MacCallum's parents need a break. For the summer of 1914 they decide to send Millie to her aunt and uncle's in the Kawarthas. Millie quickly discovers that life in Stoney Lake is quite different than in the city. Millie's aunt—an Ojibway Indian—and her cousins teach her about swimming, building a canoe—and even how to milk a goat! But her biggest challenge is yet to come. When the lighthouse goes dark can Millie save an incoming ship from the rocky shores?
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Get to Know Her
How does Millie spend a typical day in the Kawarthas of 1914? Who is most important to her? What does she dream about? What would she think about the world we live in today? Find out more about Millie. CLICK HERE
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Millie's World
The rivers and lakes in Ontario's Kawartha region were just like highways for Indians like the Ojibwa, and later, for cottagers and lumber companies. Who were the Ojibwa? What was the Trent-Severn Waterway and why is it so important? Learn more about Millie's experiences in Ontario in 1914. CLICK HERE
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Canada's Past
Get a glimpse of Canadian history on this timeline of key events from 1608 to 1949. CLICK HERE
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Our Home and Native Land
View a map of Canada to see where the Kawarthas are located. CLICK HERE
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Q&A with Author Troon Harrison
Meet the author of Millie and find out what fascinated her about Canada during WWI. CLICK HERE
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Read a Chapter
Read some of Millie: Ride the River in a sample chapter from the book. CLICK HERE
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