We all have connections to the land. We Are the Land explores Indigenous Peoples’ relationships with and connections to the land and the importance of maintaining those ties for all
Shared Learnings: Integrating BC Aboriginal Content K-10 focuses on the diversity, depth, and integrity of the cultures of British Columbia Aboriginal peoples. It is a guide for teachers, developed in
Cette exposition présente des sujets inspirés de l’expérience vécue des Survivants des pensionnats indiens. Ces thèmes peuvent être bouleversants pour certains visiteurs. Pour obtenir plus d’information au sujet de cette
Image teaching maps included are: the Fiddle, Métis flag, Flower Beadwork, Louis Riel, Michif Language, Red River Cart, Red River Jig (Dance), Sash.
This informative and easy-to-follow guide is organized into sections by grade levels: early learners – grade 4, Grades 5 – 8, and grades 9 – 12 and beyond. Each section
This virtual exhibition aims to give voice to the experience of the many Métis children who were forced to attend Indian Residential Schools.
These films for middle school learners touch on various subjects related to the topic of nationhood, including: the search for identity, Atikamekw roots, fatherhood, richness of heritage, celebration of heritage
These short films for younger learners are by Indigenous filmmakers from across Canada. These stories address a range of subjects, such as: the influence of elders, realizing your potential, sharing
This website is a joint project of the Métis Nation British Columbia and the Métis Youth British Columbia. It was created with funding from the Canadian Culture On-Line Project, a
This virtual exhibition, curated by Gregory Scofield for the Legacy of Hope Foundation, is the online counterpart to a touring exhibition that aims to give voice to the experience of
The main objective of The Grade 7 Cross-Curricular Teacher Guide is to provide teachers with lessons and resources that focus on the contemporary Métis in British Columbia. It is important
The Grade 4 Métis Cross Curricular Unit provides teachers and students with information and instruction on the Métis people and their culture. The objective of the Guide is to answer
Foundations of a justice curriculum – Building Bridges of Understanding Between Nations With the vision of building bridges between the First Nations and Canadian systems of law, First Nations Journeys
This eBook is intended to be an interactive resource leading educators from the story to the ‘back story’ utilizing links on each page to offer related resources. Throughout this book
The Indigenous Education Resource Collection is located at the Dufferin Learning Centre. There are many locally relevant kits, hul̓q̓umín̓um̓ language resources and books created by and relevant to the local
Games from BEAM for students in grades K-6 to help develop fact fluency and number sense.
Find Speaking Our Truth – A Journey of Reconciliation by Monique Gray Smith on Destiny. Also available in literature circle sets. A fantastic read on Canada’s relationship with Indigenous People
Resources and ideas for ELL specialists. MiddleWeb Empowering ELL
Instructions: After watching the video clip. engage in a what did I used to think what do I think now activity.
Instructions: After watching the video, engage in the explanation game: Why is Mr. Indifferent showing kindness to others? Why did it happen that way?
Instructions: Students will complete the following steps in pairs, groups, or as a whole class. Claim: What is this video about? Support: What did you see and feel that makes
Instructions: After watching the video clip, engage in the what makes you say that activity?
Instructions: After watching the video clip, engage in the chalk talk visible thinking activity.
After watching the video clip, engage in a conversation: How are you different? How are you unique
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