Joan Dixon
Stories of Canada and amazing Canadians have always inspired JOAN DIXON's research and she likes to share ones that are different from those in the regular history books. She is the author of Trailblazing Sports Heroes, Roberta Bondar, Extreme Canadian Weather, as well as of books about Canadian icons such as the Avro Arrow and the Calgary Stampede. She is currently based in the foothills of the Rockies. Check out dixanprojects.ca for more information.
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The extremes of Canadian weather -- from tornadoes to snowstorms -- in a country with vast geographical and climatic variations |
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Roberta BondarThe Exceptional Achievements of Canada's first Woman Astronaut(Amazing Stories)By Joan DixonFrom the age of eight, Roberta Bondar knew she wanted to be an astronaut. In January 1992 she made Canadian history when she became the first Canadian woman, and first neurologist, to go into space on board Discovery. The story of her journey to become a leading astronaut is a fascinating tale of dedication, commitment, and sheer guts. |
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Author on:Celebrating the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede - The Story of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth
Extreme Canadian Weather - Freakish Storms and Unexpected Disasters
Extreme Canadian Weather (JR) - Freakish Storms and Sudden Disasters
Roberta Bondar - The Exceptional Achievements of Canada's first Woman Astronaut
Roberta Bondar (JR) - The Exceptional Achievements of Canada's First Woman Astronaut
Trailblazing Sports Heroes - Exceptional Personalities and Outstanding Achievements in Canadian Sport
