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Resource Picks of the Month
Grades K-2: This Is How I Know
The poem, inside the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, tells how a young Anishinaabemowin girl and her grandmother know the arrival of each season by the signs in nature. As the pair move through the seasons, they gather food and observe the animals. The author was inspired by her childhood memories of time spent with Knowledge Keepers, observing and living in relationship with the natural world. SDG 15
Grades 3-5: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples In Canada – Learning and Activity Guide
Through a variety of fun facts, stories, quizzes, games, colouring pages, and crafts, students learn more about the unique heritage, diverse cultures and valuable contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Across Canada, National Indigenous Peoples Day is marked by ceremonies and celebrations that highlight cultural performances and activities, displays of arts and crafts, and events that recognize the contributions of Indigenous people.
Grades 6-8: Claire and her Grandfather
The story of Claire and her Grandfather is designed to raise awareness of the many historical and contemporary contributions of First Nations and Inuit people to Canada and the world. The story portrays a discussion between young Claire and her grandfather, an indigenous elder who teaches Claire the geography of Canada, from a First Nations perspective. Students learn about many Indigenous contributions related to food, transportation, exploration, the arts and technology through the story of Claire, who is learning about her heritage so she may share some of her family history and culture with her classmates.
Grades 9-12: Four Directions Teachings
Four Directions Teachings is a visually stunning, audio narrated resource for learning about indigenous knowledge and philosophy from five diverse First Nations in Canada. Four Directions Teachings honours oral tradition by creating an environment where visitors are encouraged to listen as each elder/traditional teacher shares a teaching from their perspective on the richness and value of cultural traditions from their culture. Teachers may select any combination of videos representing the traditions of the five First Nations and further explore their chosen focus with the help of the accompanying age-appropriate lesson plans.
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