Joan Dixon
JOAN DIXON writes from the foothills of the Rockies, where she also hikes, skis, and plays all kinds of sports with her family and friends. Her master's degree in Canadian Studies (with a specialization in sport history) and her time at the National Sport and Recreation Centre in Ottawa have helped shape her understanding of sport in Canadian life, while stories of Canada and amazing Canadians have always inspired her research and writing projects. Her most recent book is Made for Canada: the story of Avro's Arrow.
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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: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
