Grade One Social Studies, Unit 2: Moving Forward with the Past: My Family, My History & My Community
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of how changes over time have affected their families and influenced how their families and communities are today.
How To Pow Wow
A short video on CBC kids about "Cottonball", the puppet that learns about the history of Pow Wows - what they are, who can attend, and the significance behind them.
A short video on CBC kids about "Cottonball", the puppet that learns about the history of Pow Wows - what they are, who can attend, and the significance behind them.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
-1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Today's Thing: Fancy Shawl Dancing
Niimin shows Janaye some Fancy Shawl Dancing footwork, and shows off her skills in Studio K.
Niimin shows Janaye some Fancy Shawl Dancing footwork, and shows off her skills in Studio K.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Today's Thing: Hoop Dancing
Janaye learns about Hoop Dancing from Emilee Ann.
Janaye learns about Hoop Dancing from Emilee Ann.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
The word Indigenous - explained
Indigenous people are the first people to live in a place. In Canada, Indigenous people belong to a number of different communities or nations. CBC Kids News’s Sid and Ruby explain.
Indigenous people are the first people to live in a place. In Canada, Indigenous people belong to a number of different communities or nations. CBC Kids News’s Sid and Ruby explain.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Kwanzaa is an African-inspired holiday
Did you know that African-Canadians celebrate Kwanzaa every year, starting on Dec. 26? For seven days, they get together with their families, eat African food, dance, drum, and celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Even though the holiday is based on African traditions and culture, it’s not celebrated in Africa. It was invented by an American man from Kenya in the 1960s.
Did you know that African-Canadians celebrate Kwanzaa every year, starting on Dec. 26? For seven days, they get together with their families, eat African food, dance, drum, and celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Even though the holiday is based on African traditions and culture, it’s not celebrated in Africa. It was invented by an American man from Kenya in the 1960s.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Learn about Kwanzaa and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Kwanzaa - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Eid Mubarak!
Eid Mubarak! Join Tony, Janaye and families from across the country as they celebrate Eid.
Eid Mubarak! Join Tony, Janaye and families from across the country as they celebrate Eid.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Eid and its traditions, where the students talk about the importance of giving back to the less fortunate, make food and other widespread activities. Ideal to use this close to Eid (note: there are two Eid celebrations in a year, search up to find out when this celebration takes place) - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Chinese New Year, kids style
Chinese people around the world are ringing in the new year. Hear from some kids in Canada about how they celebrate the holiday.
Chinese people around the world are ringing in the new year. Hear from some kids in Canada about how they celebrate the holiday.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Chinese New Year and its traditions, where students can clean the classroom, make food and other widespread activities. Ideal to use this close to Chinese New Year. Also keep in mind that several Asian countries celebrate this holiday and they refer to it as Lunar New Year - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Lunchbox Rap Battle: Diwali
Get up, jump up, get down - Diwali’s here with a fresh new sound.
Get up, jump up, get down - Diwali’s here with a fresh new sound.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Diwali and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Diwali - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Lunchbox Rap Battle: Vaisakhi
Celebrate Vaisakhi with Tony and Janaye as they dance their way into a brand new solar new year.
Celebrate Vaisakhi with Tony and Janaye as they dance their way into a brand new solar new year.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Vaisakhi and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Vaisakhi - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Lunchbox Rap Battle: Rosh Hashanah
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with this rap.
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with this rap.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Rosh Hashanah and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Rosh Hashanah - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Hanukkah Dos and Don'ts
Who knew there were rules for Hanukkah?
Who knew there were rules for Hanukkah?
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Hanukkah and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Hanukkah - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Indigenous History Month
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with a rap about Indigenous change-makers Jeremy Dutcher, Dr. Stanley Vollant, Jesse Cockney, and Alanis Obomsawin. The term Indigenous represents First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people.
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with a rap about Indigenous change-makers Jeremy Dutcher, Dr. Stanley Vollant, Jesse Cockney, and Alanis Obomsawin. The term Indigenous represents First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
3 Cool Facts About Totem Poles
Janaye learns about Totem Poles with Master Carver Keith.
Janaye learns about Totem Poles with Master Carver Keith.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Cottonball Learns about Throat Singing
Learn about Throat Singing.
Learn about Throat Singing.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Cottonball Builds a Teepee
Watch one little cat build one huge teepee.
Watch one little cat build one huge teepee.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a way to learn more about the Indigenous peoples of Canada, more resources here - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Nowruz: How 300 million people celebrate Persian New Year
About 300 million people across the world celebrate Persian New Year - or Nowruz.
About 300 million people across the world celebrate Persian New Year - or Nowruz.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Nowruz and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Nowruz (March 20) - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Lili's Persian New Year
When Lola 'ruins' Lili's Nowruz party, Lili discovers a new way of looking at her little sister and makes a fresh start with her for the New Year.
When Lola 'ruins' Lili's Nowruz party, Lili discovers a new way of looking at her little sister and makes a fresh start with her for the New Year.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
-1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Celebrate Nowruz and its traditions. Ideal to use this close to Nowruz (March 20) - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
From Far Away
Growing up in Canada, it’s hard to imagine what life is like in a war-torn country. Adjusting to a new home is a Herculean feat, especially when you don’t speak the language. Meet Saoussan, a seven-year-old girl from Beirut who is doing just that since moving to Canada in search of a safer life. This is a film that will open kids’ eyes to different realities and encourage them to be kind to others.
Growing up in Canada, it’s hard to imagine what life is like in a war-torn country. Adjusting to a new home is a Herculean feat, especially when you don’t speak the language. Meet Saoussan, a seven-year-old girl from Beirut who is doing just that since moving to Canada in search of a safer life. This is a film that will open kids’ eyes to different realities and encourage them to be kind to others.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use as a hook to discuss how Alberta/Canada has many people from all over the world
- Great talking point for students to share their own experiences of moving to a new city/province/country
- Students who may not have experienced this can think about going to a new school, joining a new team etc. What kinds of feelings did/would arise when you're in a brand new community or space? - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Lights For Gita
Every culture comes with celebrations and rituals, and this film teaches all about the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, while also showing how hard change can be. Gita is anxious to celebrate Diwali in her new Canadian home and invites her friends to light the diya and see the fireworks. But her plans are thwarted by an ice storm and she is left longing for her celebrations back home. Through her story, kids will see what it’s like to leave behind everything you know and love, but still create new traditions that are just as meaningful.
Every culture comes with celebrations and rituals, and this film teaches all about the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, while also showing how hard change can be. Gita is anxious to celebrate Diwali in her new Canadian home and invites her friends to light the diya and see the fireworks. But her plans are thwarted by an ice storm and she is left longing for her celebrations back home. Through her story, kids will see what it’s like to leave behind everything you know and love, but still create new traditions that are just as meaningful.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Discussion prompt on traditions and community
- Make your own light art for Diwali
- Create drawings of celebrations their families have and share if they wish - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Alaa
An animated stop motion true story of a young Syrian boy’s experience in coming to Canada starring Alaa Khalaf.
An animated stop motion true story of a young Syrian boy’s experience in coming to Canada starring Alaa Khalaf.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Discuss the difficulties of moving to a new country and how we must treat all people with respect and kindness - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
The Chinese Violin
In this animated short, a young girl and her father move from China to Canada, bringing only their Chinese violin along for the journey. As they face the challenge of starting fresh in a new place, the music of the violin connects them to the life they left behind and guides the girl towards a musical future.
In this animated short, a young girl and her father move from China to Canada, bringing only their Chinese violin along for the journey. As they face the challenge of starting fresh in a new place, the music of the violin connects them to the life they left behind and guides the girl towards a musical future.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Journal entry about an item that may be special to them and their family and why this item is significant to their family, like the violin in the story - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Justin Time
Follow a Canadian boy named Justin and pals as they travel back in time. They solve real life problems (like teamwork or sharing) in a different historical setting and then return back home “just in time.” The settings range from Ancient Mexico to 17th century India to the Swiss Alps in the 50s and Ancient China in the 8th century.
Follow a Canadian boy named Justin and pals as they travel back in time. They solve real life problems (like teamwork or sharing) in a different historical setting and then return back home “just in time.” The settings range from Ancient Mexico to 17th century India to the Swiss Alps in the 50s and Ancient China in the 8th century.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - Analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Use weekly as a way to expose children to various time periods, countries, and cultures - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Roses Sing On New Snow
This beautifully animated film tells the story of Maylin, a young Chinese woman forced to cook in her father’s restaurant, only to have all the credit, and tips, given to her brothers. A woman’s place in society differs depending on your cultural background, and it may be an eye opener for some kids to see how Maylin is treated. When given her moment at the end, she stands up for herself and sets an example for every little girl — and boy — watching.
This beautifully animated film tells the story of Maylin, a young Chinese woman forced to cook in her father’s restaurant, only to have all the credit, and tips, given to her brothers. A woman’s place in society differs depending on your cultural background, and it may be an eye opener for some kids to see how Maylin is treated. When given her moment at the end, she stands up for herself and sets an example for every little girl — and boy — watching.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.1.4 - How do our communities thrive? Cooperation and peace living/ decision making/ helping others/ how does caring for the natural environment help others?
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present - Suggested use:
- Students could remember a time that they were treated unfairly. Then, they could think about how they could treat others in their classrooms, homes, and school fairly - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Jaime Lo, Small And Shy
This film has a lot to teach about sacrifice and the fact that we never know what’s going on in someone else’s life. Jaime Lo is a shy and quiet young girl from Hong Kong who lives in Canada. Now, Jaime’s father must return to Hong Kong to seek work and is gone for many months. This is the first time their family has split up, and it’s a sacrifice that Jaime’s father must make to provide a better life for his children. As Jaime comes to understand this, she expresses her gratitude in the most touching way.
This film has a lot to teach about sacrifice and the fact that we never know what’s going on in someone else’s life. Jaime Lo is a shy and quiet young girl from Hong Kong who lives in Canada. Now, Jaime’s father must return to Hong Kong to seek work and is gone for many months. This is the first time their family has split up, and it’s a sacrifice that Jaime’s father must make to provide a better life for his children. As Jaime comes to understand this, she expresses her gratitude in the most touching way.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Talking point about the sacrifices families/parents often go through when immigrating to a new country
- Discussion on identity
- Developing empathy for those who move to a new country
- Opportunity to talk about the many sacrifices, the challenges, the adjustments it takes to move to a new country - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Molly of Denali
An action-adventure comedy that follows the adventures of feisty and resourceful 10-year-old Molly Mabray (Sovereign Bill), an Indigenous girl. Molly helps her mom and dad run the Denali Trading Post, a general store, bunkhouse, and transport hub. Each episode follows Molly, her dog Suki and her friends Tooey and Trini on their daily adventures, from fishing to building snow forts to delivering a camera to friends on a volcano via dog sled.
An action-adventure comedy that follows the adventures of feisty and resourceful 10-year-old Molly Mabray (Sovereign Bill), an Indigenous girl. Molly helps her mom and dad run the Denali Trading Post, a general store, bunkhouse, and transport hub. Each episode follows Molly, her dog Suki and her friends Tooey and Trini on their daily adventures, from fishing to building snow forts to delivering a camera to friends on a volcano via dog sled.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Have students write their own adventures for Molly and create a class book - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Chinese Spring Festival
春节 (chūn jié) - ‘Spring Festival’ is the Lunar New Year, and the most important Chinese holiday of the year. For Chinese people, 春节 (chūn jié) is a time for being with family.
春节 (chūn jié) - ‘Spring Festival’ is the Lunar New Year, and the most important Chinese holiday of the year. For Chinese people, 春节 (chūn jié) is a time for being with family.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Make paper lanterns to display in the classroom
- Find out which animal of the Chinese Zodiac it will be for the year you are born and have students create that animal using a variety of art materials or draw in their visual journals - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
Phyllis Webstad Orange Shirt Day Presentation
Orange Shirt day is an annual event held each year on September 30th in remembrance of the Canadian Residential School system and the impact of this government policy on First Nations. Phyllis Webstad presents her memories of Residential schools and the meaning of Orange Shirt Day.
Orange Shirt day is an annual event held each year on September 30th in remembrance of the Canadian Residential School system and the impact of this government policy on First Nations. Phyllis Webstad presents her memories of Residential schools and the meaning of Orange Shirt Day.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
- 1.2.2 - analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Brief introduction to Orange Shirt Day
- Important for teacher to build context and background knowledge about Residential Schools in Canada - Accessibility:
- Accessible for hard of hearing and nonverbal
- Closed captioning available on video
- No descriptive captioning for visually impaired students
- Transcription available
Painting Beauty: Creating Self-Portraits
The goal of these lessons is to help students develop their racial or ethnic identities in a safe and open classroom environment, and appreciate the broad spectrum of beauty in our diverse, multicultural world.
The goal of these lessons is to help students develop their racial or ethnic identities in a safe and open classroom environment, and appreciate the broad spectrum of beauty in our diverse, multicultural world.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present - Suggested use:
- Website has details on how to use - Accessibility:
- Accessible for nonverbal, some accommodations may be required during discussion
- For hard of hearing and visually impaired students some accommodations may be required at some parts of the activity
Handprint Unity Wreath
Martin Luther King Day (January 18) is a great opportunity to teach children and to show others the importance of racial equality. Even though it is an American holiday, its message is one that can be celebrated worldwide.
Martin Luther King Day (January 18) is a great opportunity to teach children and to show others the importance of racial equality. Even though it is an American holiday, its message is one that can be celebrated worldwide.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present
-1.2.2 - Analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past: Exploration of the past of the community and what has changed over time - Suggested use:
- Website has details on how to use - Accessibility:
- Accessible for nonverbal, hard of hearing, and visually impaired; some accommodations may be required
The Colours of Me
To begin this lesson, ask students to share what they know about skin. Students will most likely share things like “it covers our bodies” or “it can be different colours.” Allow students to share their thoughts with the person sitting next to them before sharing out with the class. You could also collect their thoughts on a circle map if wanted.
To begin this lesson, ask students to share what they know about skin. Students will most likely share things like “it covers our bodies” or “it can be different colours.” Allow students to share their thoughts with the person sitting next to them before sharing out with the class. You could also collect their thoughts on a circle map if wanted.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present - Suggested use:
- Website has details on how to use - Accessibility:
- Accessible for nonverbal, some accommodations may be required during discussion
- For hard of hearing and visually impaired students some accommodations may be required at some parts of the activity
All About Me Tray
This fun playdough tray is perfect for your all about me theme. Your kids will love this fine motor activity. Kids can make portraits (faces or full-bodies) they can just have fun, making open-ended creations with their playdough.
This fun playdough tray is perfect for your all about me theme. Your kids will love this fine motor activity. Kids can make portraits (faces or full-bodies) they can just have fun, making open-ended creations with their playdough.
- Curriculum connection:
- 1.2.1 - Appreciate how stories and events of the past connect their families and communities to the present: language/ traditions/ celebrations/ ancestors connect to their sense of identity/ family comparisons between past and present - Suggested use:
- Website has details on how to use - Accessibility:
- Accessible for nonverbal, hard of hearing, and visually impaired; some accommodations may be required