Aboriginal Education Resources
1. Title:
Littlest Sled Dog, The, hardcover ed
Author:
Michael Kusugak
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Environment, Literature
Character Ed:
Courage, Kindness, Love
Grade Level:
Preschool, Kindergarten, One, Two
Publication Date: 2008 Publisher:
Orca Book Publishers
Description: The Littlest Sled Dog is the recent book by Inuit storyteller Michael Kusugak about the imaginative dreams of a little terrier dog who lives with her mother in a kennel. The little dog is told stories about dogs around the world and is enchanted by the tales of a St. Bernard rescuing a lost skier, a golden retriever fetching a duck killed by a hunter, or the sled dogs of the Far North pulling sleds while their masters holler, mush. The little dog dreams of one day being an important dog that has wonderful adventures. While at the kennel, the staff begins to call the little dog, You Too. That is because the tiny animal has to a called out of the kennel so many times. One day something wonderful happens to this little dog and her dreams begin to come true. An Inuk man buys the little dog as a pet for his family and takes You Too home to Rankin Inlet. There the little dog receives an Inuk name, Igvillu, which means You Too. But life brings unexpected challenges when winter sets in and the little pet goes outdoors and is frightened by the large sled dogs with their growls and scruffy-looking fur. Instead Igvillu finds her little red booties appropriate for going outdoors and loves to curl up and watch her favourite movie with the family. The movie just happens to feature a little terrier dog following a yellow brick road. Igvillu no longer dreams of a life as a brave and adventurous dog because she now wants to be a movie star. The wonderful colour illustrations by Vladyana Krykorka capture the joy of this story that follows the life a little pet dog from Red Deer and introduces readers to life in the modern Arctic. This book is selected as a recommended title in the 2009 First Nations Libraries Community Reads program.
2. Title:
Jingle Dancer, hardcover ed
Author:
Cynthia Leitich Smith
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Literature, Music & Dance
Character Ed:
Caring, Compassion, Generosity, Love, Respect
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five
Publication Date: 2000 Publisher:
Harper Collins Canada
Description: Jingle Dancer is a wonderful picture book by noted children's author Cynthia Leitich Smith. The story is told about a Muscogee Creek/Ojibway girl who longs to dance at the upcoming community powwow. Jenna is a thoroughly modern girl who lives in suburbia and learns to dance the jingle dress dance by watching a VCR tape of her grandmother dancing. Time is limited and Jenna and her grandmother have to improvise in order to complete Jenna's first jingle dress. The key elements are the tin cones that make the soft tinkling sound as the dancer bounce-steps in the powwow arena. Mail ordering the cones are not an option so Jenna successfully problem-solves by going to four elders in her community for help. Jenna approaches her great aunt who lends her a row of tin cones because she can no longer dance. Jenna promises that she will dance for her aunt. Other women in Jenna's extended family also add a row of jingle cones so Jenna and grandmother finish the dress in time for the powwow. The author has captured the spiritual essence of powwows through the eyes of the first-time dancer who dances on behalf of those who for a variety of reasons cannot attend. The jingle dress regalia is finished in time for Jenna to experience first-hand the joy of dancing with
others at the powwow. Nice touches include reference to a cousin whose law career prevents her from dancing the jingle dance. The watercolour illustrations portray the warmth and love within a Native American family living in an urban centre. Background information about powwows, the jingle dance, and powwow regalia is provided in the authors note. This story captures themes such as sharing, respect, learning by observation, problem-solving, and intergenerational caring in an illustrated book that will appeal to students from kindergarten to grade 5.
3. Title:
Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message, paper ed
Author:
Chief Jake Swamp
Number Of Pages:
24
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Sacred/Spiritual Traditions
Character Ed:
Gratefulness, Peace, Respect, Thankfulness
Grade Level:
Preschool, Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six
Publication Date: 1995 Publisher:
Lee and Low
Description: Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message is a children's picture book by Chief Jake Swamp. This version of the Iroquois Thanksgiving Address or Ganohonyohk is written especially for children who want to know more about Six Nations Iroquois spirituality. The Thanksgiving Address is one of the key speeches of the Six Nations Iroquois. The Thanksgiving Address is given to open and close social and religious gatherings in traditional Iroquois communities. The Address varies in length and detail according to each speaker. Jake Swamp is a Mohawk Chief and has prepared a simplified text that young readers can appreciate. Each page of the text addresses one aspect of creation, beginning with the people and extending to all of creation, including the food plants, animals, plants, trees, water, birds, four winds, thunders, sun, moon, stars, and spirit protectors. Above all, the speech gives thanks to the Creator or Great Spirit for the wonderful gifts of Mother Earth. The stylized, full colour illustrations by Erwin Printup, Jr. enhance the text. The endnote gives a simplified Mohawk version of the Thanksgiving Address. This adapted version of the Thanksgiving Address allows young readers to understand the inherent interconnectedness and respect for the environment of the Six
Nations Iroquois/Haudenosaunee. Paper edition. A hardcover edition is also available. DRA: 28; Guided Reading: Level M; AR Level: 3.3
4. Title:
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back: A Native American Year of Moons, paper ed
Author:
Joseph Bruchac
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Literature, Science
Character Ed:
Gratefulness, Respect, Responsibility, SelfControl/Discipline, Thankfulness, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four
Publication Date: 1997 Publisher:
Penguin Canada
Description: Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back: A Native American Year of Moons explains the way Native People of North America keep track of the changing seasons. The changing seasons differ in each region of the continent but the pattern of thirteen moons has similar traits among many Nations. In this Joseph Bruchac book, an Abenaki grandfather shows his grandson how to keep track of the changing moons. He uses the scales on the back of the turtle. In counting the scales the boy learns that the number counted equals thirteen. Grandfather tells the youth that each moon has twenty-eight days from each new moon until the next. Each moon relates a specific story about the season. Grandfather explains that the Abenaki have stories for each moon. The book relates a story for each moon according to a different Nation?s traditions. The winter time relates a story about the Moon of Popping Trees according to the Northern Cheyenne. There are explanations from Potawatomi, Anishinabe (Ojibwe), Cree, Huron, Seneca, Pomo, Menominee, Micmac (Mi'kmaq), Cherokee, Winnebago, Lakota Sioux, and Abenaki. Bruchac writes each moon's description in poetry format and this is paired with an illustration that portrays the concept. The author provides an afterword that explains many Native Americans use this form of calendar in organizing time and seasons. Each nation has its own stories that correspond to the changing seasons. The book stresses the spiritual nature of Native People's respect for the earth. The book also includes a useful outline illustration of the turtle's shell with
thirteen scales drawn as a blackline master. The book provides an excellent introduction to Native People's understanding the changing cycle of nature.
5. Title:
Ribbon Rescue, paper ed
Author:
Robert Munsch
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Literature
Character Ed:
Caring, Compassion, Generosity, Gratefulness, Kindness, Love, Thankfulness
Grade Level:
Preschool, Kindergarten, One, Two
Publication Date: 1999 Publisher:
Scholastic Canada Ltd
Description: Ribbon Rescue by children's author Robert Munsch is a wonderful story about a Mohawk girl named Jillian who helps her neighbours while on her way to a family wedding. The girl selflessly assists others during her walk to the community church when she encounters the harried groom who is lost and missing his shoe laces, the distressed bride whose hair is all askew, and a family whose wedding gift is in need of wrapping. Jillian comes to their rescue by taking the long ribbons from her new ribbon dress made especially for the wedding by her grandmother. She helps the groom by providing two ribbons for his shoes laces, ribbons for the bride's hair, and ribbons to wrap the family's wedding gift. But when Jillian finally reaches the church she is told that her messy outfit will prevent her from attending the wedding. Fortunately the grateful bride and groom notice the girl outside the church and invite her to be their flower girl. The girl leads the procession into the church. The colourful illustrations by Eugenie Fernandes capture the motion and joy of this classic Munsch story. Like many of Robert Munsch's story books this one was influenced by a young Kahnawake Mohawk girl Munsch once met. The storyteller's skillful incorporation of an aspect of traditional Mohawk clothing into a fun children's book is a credit to the author and his ability to find interesting stories in everyday lives of Canadian children. The final page of the book credits the Mohawk girl from Kahnawake named Jillian. A marvelous story for reading aloud to young children from preschool to grade two. This book is also available in a hardcover edition and kit format. Also available in French as Ribambelle de rubans. GRL: I RL: 3.5
6. Title:
Legend of the Lady Slipper: An Ojibwe Tale, The
Author:
Lise Lunge-Larsen
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Legends
Character Ed:
Compassion, Courage, Reasoning, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four
Publication Date: 1999 Publisher:
Houghton Mifflin Company
Description: The Legend of the Lady Slipper: An Ojibwe Tale is a well-researched children's book that retells a traditional Ojibwe legend about the creation of the spring flower known as the Lady Slipper. The story is set long ago in the northern woods of Minnesota where there was an Ojibwe village. A young girl lived with extended family in this village. One winter the people of the village slowly succumbed to a terrible illness. One by one the villagers fell ill until only the young girl remained healthy. Fortunately they knew a neighbouring village had a healing herb but everyone was too ill to travel. The young girl told her family that she would go. In the heart of winter the girl set out and finally made it through a blizzard to the neighbouring village. There the community assisted her and provided the needed medicine. The girl set out for home immediately and found herself in deep snow drifts. Her knowledge of forest travel made her think of how animals free themselves from drifts. She was successful but in the process lost her warm rabbit fur-lined moccasins in the snow. Thinking only of her family the girl plunged on through the night. Cold and exhausted she stumbled over the icy snow crystals barefoot. Despite the pain the girl reached the village. Behind her was a blood-stained trail of her footprints. But her family and the other villagers welcomed the girl and the medicine. In the spring all had recovered and the girl and her brother went out to the forest to locate the girl's lost moccasins. In the spot where she lost the moccasins and along her trail grew wondrous and beautiful flowers. The dainty flowers were pink and white and looked exactly like the moccasins the girl had worn. This flower was called the moccasin flower by the Ojibwe people. Today it is known as the Lady Slipper. These delicate spring flowers remind us the courage and strength of a young Ojibwe girl who brought
healing to her village. The story is illustrated in stylized and brightly coloured images. Some of the designs reflect Woodland floral beadwork although distinctive tribal clothing and setting are less clear. This is an excellent retelling of a traditional legend where the author has identified the original sources and also incorporates Ojibwe terms throughout the story.
7. Title:
D is for Drum: A Native American Alphabet, hardcover ed
Author:
Debbie Shoulders
Number Of Pages:
40
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, History, Literature
Character Ed:
Respect
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five
Publication Date: 2006 Publisher:
Sleeping Bear Press
Description: D is for Drum: A Native American Alphabet is a general alphabet book for children just learning their ABCs and older readers who want interesting facts about Native American cultures. Each letter of the alphabet focuses on one aspect of traditional Native American culture. A simple poem explains the importance of the object to Native People. A lengthier paragraph appears as a sidebar and provides more detail about the item. For example, the letter L refers to lacrosse and the letter N represents the importance of names. A detailed oil-painted image by Navajo artist Irving Toddy covers a full page for each letter. The letters in the alphabet show cultures from the Arctic to the Southwest. There are occasional inaccuracies in the detailed sidebars such as the linking of lacrosse as a means of military training rather than a healing game for the sick. Despite this, D is for Drum is book that can appeal to younger children just learning the alphabet as well as older children looking for an interesting introduction to Native American cultures. The focus is the cultural traditions of the past but the authors do point out that Aboriginal Peoples of North America continue to flourish today.
8. Title:
Which Way Should I Go?, hardcover ed
Author:
Sylvia Olsen
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Literature
Character Ed:
Caring, Generosity, Kindness, Love, Respect, Responsibility, Thankfulness, Wisdom
Grade Level:
One, Two, Three, Four
Publication Date: 2007 Publisher:
Sono Nis Press
Description: Which Way Should I Go is a recent picture book written by Sylvia Olsen and based on the memories of Olsen's friend Ron Martin. This picture book offers young children an opportunity to understand that we all have choices to make in our lives even if we are young. Joey is a young Nuuchahnulth boy who has a happy and cheerful disposition. Even his friend, his teacher, and the store owner notice that Joey always has a smile on his face. Joey explains that he smiles because he is happy, he does not get discouraged by difficult homework because he sees the bright side of things, and he is enthusiastic and helps whenever he can. All these qualities are due to Joey's favourite person, his grandmother. Joey loves to visit her and her home is filled with joy and caring. Grandmother teaches Joey a special song and dance that draws on the theme, which way should I go? Grandmother introduced Joey to additional songs as they explored the beach and the park. Grandmother always allowed Joey a choice at snack time. When grandmother suddenly dies, Joey finds it extremely difficult to remain happy and positive. After a period of mourning Joey reconsiders his grandmother's teachings and realizes he does have choices to make. Even if they are simple choices such as getting out of bed each morning and choosing to be happy Joey understands that he can decide for himself. Joey knows now that his grandmother left him with a special song and dance. This simple story is based on the memories of Ron Martin, a Nuuchahnulth historian. A memory of his grandparents? song is the bases for the collaboration with Sylvia Olsen. This is an important contribution to First Nations' children's literature and is highly recommended. This book is selected as a recommended title in the 2009 First Nations Libraries Community Reads program.
9. Title:
I Like Who I Am, paper ed
Author:
Tara White
Number Of Pages:
40
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Language, Literature, Music & Dance
Character Ed:
Caring, Courage, Empathy, Justice, Love, Perseverance, Respect, Truthfulness
Grade Level:
One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six
Publication Date:
2008
Publisher:
Theytus
Description: I Like Who I Am is first‐time author Tara White children's picture book about identity, bullying, and assertiveness. A young Mohawk girl named Celina experiences her first day in an elementary school in a Mohawk community. From the illustrations, the reader quickly notes that Celina has blonde hair and blue eyes. At recess her new classmates gather round and quiz her about why she is attending their school. Celina explains that her mother just started a new job at the band office. Other students then ask her about her identity. Is Celina really a Mohawk girl? Celina is adamant that she is indeed Mohawk. One particular student challenges Celina and begins to bully her. Others merely watch or join in the taunting. When Celina goes home after school she finds her grandmother completing Celina's Jingle Dress for the community's powwow. Celina tells her that she will not participate. Grandmother goes for a walk with Celina and the truth is revealed. Grandmother explains to Celina the true meaning of being Mohawk. It is not the colour of one's eyes or hair it is rather the way one behaves and what is in one's heart. Celina returns to school and participates in the powwow much to the surprise of the playground bullies. Celina takes her new found awareness further when she shows compassion and empathy to the bully when the tables are turned. Mohawk author Tara White has written a moving story that is compelling and optimistic. The brightly‐coloured illustrations by Lee Claremont draw on Mohawk traditions by weaving gentle reminders of cultural images and clearly expressing the feelings of those in the story. This book is an excellent tool to introduce discussions about bullying, prejudice, and identity to elementary students. Highly Recommended.
10. Title:
This Land Is My Land, paper ed
Author:
George Littlechild
Number Of Pages:
31
Subject:
Art, Biography, Character Education, Children - NonFiction, History
Character Ed:
Caring, Citizenship, Fairness, Honesty, Justice, Respect, Truth
Grade Level:
One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six
Publication Date: 1993 Publisher:
Children's Book Press
Description: This Land Is My Land is the award-winning book written and illustrated by Plains Cree artist George Littlechild. This internationally known artist combines compelling text with a series of powerful images he created to explain the importance of his family?s history. His goal is to heighten awareness of the history and experiences of Native People of the Americas. By focusing on his personal family history, the artist succeeds in expressing the pain and joy of his healing journey. In this book the reader begins to understand the struggle of Native People and the beauty of their cultures. Intended for grade one and up, this lavishly illustrated book is an important contribution to Native American art history. The artist explains colour, symbols, and content through the easy-to-read poetic text. This combination of art, biography, humour, cultural tradition and history makes a powerful statement. A highly recommended book for young readers and senior students studying First Nations Art and history.
11. Title:
Melanie Bluelake's Dream, 4th printing
Author:
Betty Dorion
Number Of Pages:
214
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Literature
Character Ed:
Caring, Courage, Kindness, Love, Perseverance, Responsibility
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven
Publication Date:
2000
Publisher:
Coteau Books
Description: Melanie Bluelake's Dream is the moving story of a ten-year-old Cree girl from northern Saskatchewan who experiences leaving the safety of her reserve home to find a new residence in Prince Albert. Melanie's mother decides to return to school and complete her education. She takes her daughter to live in an urban area and here Melanie finds it difficult to adjust to these new surroundings. Melanie finds life lonely in the town because she has left her friends, her community, and most of all she misses her Kokum (grandmother). Melanie's relationship with her mother changes from love to hate as the girl tries to cope with being the new kid at a strange school. Melanie finds a friend in another Cree student but also finds it difficult to deal with a particularly mean-spirited classmate. Melanie tries to make the best of her circumstances when she must eat the free lunch meal provided by a local church and cope with her mother's limited finances. When Melanie returns home to the reserve she finds that there were things about the town she liked and learns to appreciate her mother's goals and aspirations. This story offers students with an accurate look at the difficulties First Nations' students encounter when they leave their home communities to attend school in urban centres. The themes in this novel include family relationships, roles and responsibilities, and friendships. This easy to read novel read includes a map, glossary of Cree words and expressions, and notes about the author and about the illustrator, Sherry Farrell Racette.
12. Title:
Vision Seeker, The
Author:
James Whetung
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Sacred/Spiritual Traditions
Character Ed:
Courage, Honesty, Humility, Love, Truth, Respect, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven
Publication Date: 1996 Publisher:
Stoddart
Description: The Vision Seeker is a children's picture book by Ojibwe author James Whetung from Curve Lake, Ontario. In this retelling of the origin of the sweat lodge, the author introduces young readers to one aspect of Ojibwe spirituality. The young boy in the story wishes that he could help his village overcome the constant warfare that had befallen the people. The boy's parents offer a solution. So the boy sets off to a distant mountain to undertake his vision quest. The vision quest is a time of fasting and dreaming. The boy has only four kernels of corn for sustenance during the quest. After four days of travelling, he reaches the mountain. There the boy has a dream about the gifts of the Seven Grandfathers. The gifts are knowledge, love, honesty, strength, bravery, respect, and humility. During the dream, the Grandfathers tell the boy to look within the bowl of water. In this bowl the boy sees all of creation and he understands that he must share these teachings with his people if they are to survive. The boy returns to his village bringing the gift of the sweat lodge to his community. The author provides an introductory and closing page that explains the nature of the teaching as well as the meaning behind the symbolism. This is a valuable book for students that provides a clear explanation of Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) religion and spirituality. The wonderful illustrations by Paul Morin capture the intensity and mystery of the vision quest experience. The author writes with authority about this important Ojibwe teaching through this children?s story that explains the physical and spiritual nature of the vision quest. This book is recommended for students from grade 3 to 8.
13. Title:
Gathering Tree, The, hardcover ed
Author:
Larry Loyie
Number Of Pages:
48
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, Health/Healing/Herbology, Literature
Character Ed:
Empathy, Honesty, Integrity, Reasoning, Respect, Thankfulness, Truth, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven
Publication Date: 2005 Publisher:
Theytus
Description: The Gathering Tree is the most recent children's book by award-winning authors Larry Loyie and Constance Brissenden. The authors tackle the difficult issue of HIV/AIDS in this picture book set in a First Nations community in British Columbia. A special cousin is returning home for a community ceremony. Robert is a 21-year-old First Nations man who went to the city for his education. His younger cousins, Tyler and Shay-Lyn, look up to him as a role model for his marathon running ability. But on this visit something has changed. Shay-Lyn's best friend explains that she can't visit during Robert's stay. ShayLyn learns that her special cousin is sick and her friend's mother forbids visiting. Brother and sister are troubled because the last time they saw their cousin Robert was in good health. With their parents gentle explanations Shay-Lyn and Tyler learn that Robert has a virus called HIV. When Robert arrives in the community for the spiritual gathering he looks just as healthy as he did on the previous visit. During the homecoming, Robert explains to his family and Elders that he wants his community to understand HIV. Elders provide spiritual guidance and request that Robert speak to the gathering. The community acceptance Robert receives is heartwarming. Friends, family and Elders join him in a special Honour Dance. Robert shares his understanding of HIV to his community and explains that his goal is to tell other First Nations people that the disease is preventable. One day Robert hopes to return to his running career. The story ends with Shay-Lyn's friend joining her friend in the Honour Dance reminding readers that understanding is possible. As an HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention resource, The Gathering Tree contains suggestions for teachers and educators who want to share this story and its
message with students. The book was initiated by Chee Mamuk, the Aboriginal HIV education program of the BC Centre for Disease Control. While the content is aimed at First Nations children, the book is suitable for readers from all cultural backgrounds. Effective acrylic paintings by Heather Holmlund add to the understanding and awareness of this disease. This title is also available in paperback format.
14. Title:
Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples of Canada, The
Author:
Diane Silvey
Number Of Pages:
64
Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, Cultural/Traditional Lifestyle, History
Character Ed:
Not Applicable
Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven
Publication Date:
2005
Publisher:
Kids Can Press
Description: The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples of Canada is a well‐researched, valuable student resource about the cultures and history of First Nations in Canada. Author Diane Silvey, a member of the Sechelt Band of the Coast Salish, effectively recounts the basic information about the seven cultural regions of Canada and describes the impact of the environment on these regions. First Nations cultures of the Northwest Coast thrived on the plentiful resources provided by the ocean and the land. The cedar was a tree of life for the peoples of the Pacific Northwest. Other regions described include the Plateau, the Plains, the Arctic, the Subarctic, and the Woodlands. Because of the climate differences in the eastern Woodlands region, the author explains the cultures of the Iroquoian Peoples and the Algonquians in two separate entries. Each culture region is described according to geography, climate, resources, clothing styles, economy, food, housing, transportation, games, art, trade, warfare, and ceremonies. Maps and detailed drawings accompany each region and provide students with visual information about the First Nations lifestyles. Names the First Nations call themselves are used throughout the text instead of the standard anthropological tribal names. The final section of the book provides students with information about the impact of Europeans on First Nations by briefly describing the early explorers, arrival of traders and priests, increase in settlers, the fur trade, missionaries, and diseases. Modern history is explained through the Indian Act, banning
spiritual ceremonies, residential school system, development of political organizations, land claims, self‐government, and cultural renewal. This final chapter outlines the contributions First Nations have made through Canadian history as well as the unique contributions made by individuals such as Louis Riel, Maquinna, Matonabbee, James Gladstone, Harold Cardinal, Dr. Frank Calder, Dorothy Betz, and Elder Noel Knockwood. The book contains a helpful index and table of contents. The editors have not provided a pronunciation guide for the First Nations names. This is a valuable text that makes a significant contribution to the literature available to elementary students in Canada about the importance of First Nations, Metis and Inuit to Canadian history.
15.Canadian Aboriginal Art and Culture – Ojibwa, Iroquois, Metis, Cree
Metis: Canadian Aboriginal Art and Culture, hardcover ed
Author:
Jennifer Howse
Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six
ISBN Number: 978-1-55388-337-1 Publication Date:
2008
Publisher:
Weigl Educational Publishers
Nation:
Metis
# of Pages:
32
Subject:
Art, Children - Non-Fiction, Cultural/Traditional Lifestyle, History
Character Ed: Description:
Description will be updated soon.
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16. Title:
Author:
Discovering First Peoples and First Contacts
Daniel Francis
Number Of Pages: 64 Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, History
Character Ed:
Not Applicable
Grade Level:
Six
Publication Date: 2000 Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Description: Discovering First Peoples and First Contacts is a recent publication designed to meet the Ontario curriculum guidelines for the grade 6 Heritage and Citizenship strand. The text introduces the original "settlers" of Canada by covering four main cultural regions - Mi'kmaq, Northwest Coast, Plains, and Iroquoians of the St. Lawrence lowlands. Two brief chapters discuss origin theories and creation stories as well as the linguistic distribution of Aboriginal Peoples throughout precontact Canada. The remaining chapters cover all the standard European explorers, the fur trade, and devote single chapters to the Metis, women in the fur trade, the Inuit, and contributions of Aboriginal Peoples in contemporary Canada. The illustrated text is designed for student use with its two-page spread format for each topic. Maps, photographs, a glossary and suggestions for student activities are included. While this type of text is meeting the market demand for grade six in Ontario, minor errors may confuse and mislead teachers and students. For example, the map of linguistic families omits the Mohawk from the Iroquoian family but lists the remaining four nations as well as Haudenosaunee under this broad linguistic term. There is no glossary or explanation for Haudenosaunee/Five Nations Iroquois, and this omission may confuse teachers who are unfamiliar with the terms Haudenosaunee, Iroquois and Iroquoian. The author selectively uses proper names of Nations such as Haudenosaunee, Siksika, and Mi'kmaq. Unfortunately he consistently uses the term Ojibway instead of Anishnawbe. In the final chapter that discusses contemporary issues, the meaning of land claims in the text does not conform to the glossary explanation. The meaning provided in the text is incorrect and this can lead to confusion. In another example that lists the contributions of contemporary Aboriginal people, the brief summary of Rosemary Kuptana's achievements does not include her substantial contribution in the realm of international Indigenous rights. Despite these concerns the text can serve as an adequate grade six resource for the history of European explorers in Canada but it must be used with caution as a resource regarding Aboriginal Peoples of Canada.
17. Title:
When the Spirits Dance, hardcover ed
Author:
Larry Loyie
Number Of Pages:
42
Subject:
Biography, Character Education, Children - NonFiction, Environment, History, Literature
Character Ed:
Caring, Courage, Honesty, Love, Perseverance, Reasoning, Respect, Responsibility, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Adult Education
Publication Date: 2006 Publisher:
Theytus
Description: When the Spirits Dance by award-winning authors Larry Loyie and Constance Brissenden is a recent children's book about a Cree family during the Second World War. Larry Loyie grew up with his extended family in Rabbit Hill in northern Alberta. In 1941 when Larry was eight, the family's traditional lifestyle was interrupted as the need for an increased Canadian war effort reached Slave Lake in Alberta. The Loyie family was faced with the need for all able-bodied men to enlist in Canada's army. Despite the fact that Victor and Marie Loyie had nine children and that Victor had gladly served during the First World War, the Canadian Armed Forces called up the 43-year-old Cree father. The days of living off the bounty of the land with parents and elders teaching the children were over. The women, their children, and the elders had to survive on the scarce game and the rationing of staples such as sugar, butter, and tea. Larry helped his family survive without their father by drawing on the traditional knowledge taught by his parents and grandparents. Coming to terms of living with the uncertainty of war and the fear of losing their father were additional lessons for the children to learn. The family also had to deal with the threat of army deserters who had escaped in the area. The caring wisdom of their Kokum and Mosoom help the family live through the difficult months. The narrative, told through Larry?s eyes, explains how the family rationed food, collected birch sap, and waited for any news from the battlefield. Throughout the story the authors have woven facts about how the war years changed the life of one Cree community. Teachings about the environment and the vision quest become vital parts of the narrative. The reality of the Second World War is highlighted by the inclusion of black and white family photographs and images of the
community in northern Alberta. Colour photographs showing the landscape and the Northern Lights add to the feeling that Mother Earth is central to the story. This prequel to As Long As the Rivers Flow: A Last Summer Before Residential School is the second book in the Lawrence Series about Larry Loyie's life. The story contains themes that examine the meaning of war for young children, the contributions made by courageous Aboriginal veterans, the importance of traditional knowledge, and respect for the environment. The young Cree boy in the autobiography obtains his Spirit Animal in a dream while camping alone and gains the respect of his Elders for his bravery. This important new title brings to life the impact of World War 2 on First Nations in Canada from a personal perspective. This book fills a gap in the growing literature by First Nations writers about the recent history of Aboriginal Peoples. Highly recommended for elementary students as well as adult learners.
18. Title:
As Long as the Rivers Flow: A Last Summer Before Residential School, paper ed
Author:
Larry Loyie
Number Of Pages:
44
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Biography, Education, Residential Schools
Character Ed:
Caring, Courage, Kindness, Love, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven
Publication Date: 2005 Publisher:
Groundwood Books
Description: As Long as the Rivers Flow: A Last Summer Before Residential School is a poignant story for children about the joyous summer spent in northern Alberta in 1944. The story focuses on the daily routine of a ten-year-old Cree boy named Lawrence. His days are filled with family activities and personal adventures. At the beginning of summer Lawrence overhears the adults talking about how the children would have to attend a school far away and that this school was something like prison. Lawrence considers what this means but quickly resumes the daily adventures that involves caring for a young owl; learning to tan hides and sewing with his grandmother; and picking berries with his family. All of the activities involve learning and are spent among caring family members who gently teach each child how to live with nature. During the evenings, Lawrence enjoys listening to
the elders tell stories. During one of these evenings, Lawrence receives his new Cree name that means "young man." Lawrence believed that he was beginning to contribute to the family's livelihood and that he would soon take up his role as a hunter. However, the summer ends abruptly when a truck comes to take Lawrence and other children away to residential school. Here Lawrence would join with hundreds of other First Nations children and enter the world of church-run residential schools. It was at St. Bernard's Mission School where Lawrence would learn English and manual trades far away from his nurturing and loving family. The final pages of the book switch to stark black and white archival photographs of Lawrence and other children at the Alberta residential school. Background information explains the role of the school and what the regimented life was like for the students. Larry Loyie has written a compelling story for children about the lifestyle of Cree people during the mid-twentieth century. After reading the story illustrated with the pastel watercolour drawings, students can begin to understand the impact of residential schools on generations of First Nations children. The narrative approach shows readers what this Native family was like during the last summer before residential school. Themes of family values, learning by doing, and Cree culture add to the book?s value. It is highly recommended for elementary students. Winner of the Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children's Non-Fiction, 2003.
19. Title:
Native Women of Courage for Young Readers, paper ed
Author:
Kelly Fournel
Number Of Pages:
84
Subject:
Biography, Character Education, Children - NonFiction, Women
Character Ed:
Caring, Courage, Humility, Justice, Love, Peace, Perseverance, Respect, Responsibility, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine
Publication Date: 2007 Publisher: Description:
7th Generation
Native Women of Courage for Young Readers is a collection of brief biographical sketches of ten outstanding First Nations women. Metis author Kelly Fournel celebrates the lives of Winona LaDuke, Sarah Winnemucca, Maria Tallchief, Mary Kim Titla, Sandra Lovelace Nicholas, Susan Aglukark, Wilma Mankiller, Suzanne Rochon-Burnett, Lorna B. Williams, and Pauline Johnson. Each biography includes information about how each woman overcame difficult circumstances to achieve success in her field of endeavour. Each sketch includes the Nation, achievement and photograph of historical and contemporary women. Their Nations include Paiute, Apache, Maliseet, Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), Inuit, Cherokee, Metis, Osage, Lil'wat, and Mohawk. This is a valuable contribution to the literature about Aboriginal women from Canada and the United States suitable for elementary students. This title is part of the Native Trailblazer Series from Seventh Generation Books. This book is selected as a recommended title in the 2009 First Nations Libraries Community Reads program.
20. Title:
Men of Courage from Our First Nations, paper ed
Author:
Vincent Schilling
Number Of Pages:
117
Subject:
Biography, Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction
Character Ed:
Citizenship, Courage, Fairness, Justice, Perseverance, Self-Control/Discipline, Trustworthiness
Grade Level:
Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine
Publication Date: 2008 Publisher:
Second Story Press
Description: Men of Courage from Our First Nations is the most recent title in A First Nations Book for Young Readers series. This volume offers elementary readers 10 biographical sketches about Aboriginal men who have contributed significantly to the betterment of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities. Each person selected by Mohawk author Vincent Schilling offers readers an insight to men of distinction living and working in Canada and the United States. The men of courage include Patrick Brazeau, Tom Porter, Stanley Vollant, Raymond Cross, Lieutenant Mark Bowman, Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Chief Frank Abraham, Larry Merculieff, Red
Hawk, and the collective Golden Eagles Hotshots (firefighters). Each individual has overcome personal obstacles as well as institutional racism. They are proud of their cultural heritage and work hard on behalf of their people and communities. They represent the Mohawk Nation, Innu, Algonquin, Ojibwe, Cherokee, Cheyenne, Aleut, Mandan and Hidatsa, Choctaw, and Sycuan. This is a valuable contribution to the literature about First Nations men from Canada and the United States suitable for elementary students. This book is selected as a recommended title in the 2009 First Nations Libraries Community Reads program.
21. Title:
Jim Thorpe's Bright Path, hardcover ed
Author:
Joseph Bruchac
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Biography, Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Sports, Residential Schools
Character Ed:
Optimistic, Perseverance, Respect, Reasoning, SelfControl/Discipline, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Two, Three, Four, Five, Six
Publication Date: 2004 Publisher:
Lee and Low
Description: Jim Thorpe's Bright Path is a recommended children's picture book about the life of an amazing athlete who was recognized Athlete of the Century by the American government in 1999. Jim Thorpe (1887-1953), Sac and Fox, was born in Oklahoma and excelled at sports. He attended Carlisle Indian School (residential/boarding school) where he played a variety of sports including football. Later in life he went to the 1912 Summer Olympic Games in Stockholm, Sweden where he won both the Pentathlon and the Decathlon. This picture book explores his childhood experiences and the importance of his family. Joseph Bruchac and S. D. Nelson have combined their talents as storyteller and artist to create a book that celebrates the early life of a talented athlete of North America. DRA: 40; Guided Reading: Level S; AR
Level: 5.5.
22. Title:
Sacred Tree, The, 3rd ed
Author:
Judie Bopp
Number Of Pages:
82
Subject:
Character Education, Sacred/Spiritual Traditions, Health/Healing/Herbology, Traditional Knowledge
Character Ed:
Caring, Gratefulness, Justice, Perseverance, Respect, Responsibility, SelfControl/Discipline, Thankfulness, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve, College, University, Adult Education
Publication Date:
2003
Publisher:
Four Worlds International Institute
Click here to view table of contents Description: The Sacred Tree is an authorized student support resource for Alberta Education grade 10, 11, and 12 courses.
23. Title:
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Sugar Bush
Author:
Chad Solomon
Number Of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, History, Humour, Literature
Character Ed:
Courage, Honesty, Humility, Love, Truth, Respect, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve, Adult Education
Publication Date: 2006 Publisher:
Little Spirit Bear Productions
Description: Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Sugar Bush is a graphic novel based on the characters in the comic strip that appears in Anishinabek News. Artist Chad Solomon, grandson of respected Ojibwe Elder and activist Art Solomon, created two Ojibwe brothers known as Rabbit and Bear Paws. With this inaugural 32-page comic, Rabbit and Pear Paws are key players in an 18th century North American setting. The artist places the two characters in Ontario where they come into contact with English soldiers on route to Niagara. Throughout their adventures readers are introduced to stories featuring Nanaboozhoo, the Trickster. Chad Solomon draws on the Ojibwe Seven Grandfathers Teachings for the core of the story. This edition draws on the teaching Mnaadendmowin or Respect. This is a unique resource that may interest reluctant readers in finding out about Ojibwe history and teachings.
24. Title:
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Voyageurs, paper ed
Author:
Chad Solomon
Number Of Pages:
33
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Fiction, History, Humour, Literature
Character Ed:
Courage
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve, Adult Education
Publication Date: 2008 Publisher:
Little Spirit Bear Productions
Description: Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws: The Voyageurs is a graphic novel based on the characters in the comic strip that appears in Anishinabek News. Artist Chad Solomon, grandson of respected Ojibwe Elder and activist Art Solomon, created two Ojibwe brothers known as Rabbit and Bear Paws. With this second volume in the series, the authors and illustrator offer a humourous story that features a lacrosse game, an encounter with fur traders, a flying canoe, and Mohawk characters. There is a cameo appearance by a Mohawk youth, Tekayentine:ka (Thayendanegea or Joseph Brant). Chad Solomon draws on the
25. Title:
Broken Flute: The Native Experience in Books for Children, A, paper ed
Author:
Doris Seale
2nd Author:
Beverly Slapin
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve
ISBN Number: 0-7591-0779-3 Publication Date:
2006
Publisher:
AltaMira Press
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
463
Subject:
Education, Literature, Stereotypes, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Description:
This book is on the list of recommended Aboriginal titles developed by staff of the (SOLS) Southern Ontario Library Service and the Ontario Library Service North for the Aboriginal Library Book Investment by the Ontario Ministry of Culture into the Ontario Public Libraries.
26. Title: Powwow's Coming, hardcover ed
Author:
Linda Boyden
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three
ISBN Number: 978-0-8263-4265-2 Publication Date:
2007
Publisher:
University of New Mexico Press
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
32
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Literature, Music & Dance, Poetry
Character Ed:
Cooperation, Respect
Description:
Powwow's Coming is a celebration of the contemporary powwow in picture book format. Teacher Linda Boyden provides a rhyming verse to attract young children to the fun one can enjoy at a powwow. Boyden skillfully takes the main points of a powwow and creates anticipation in the charming verse. She invites children to listen for the drum and then to watch as the powwow grounds are set up with the vendors' booths. The cut-paper collage illustrations on each page with the accompanying text provide children with an understanding of the contemporary event. She weaves in details about the origin of the powwow, the dancing styles, the storytelling, food and vendors' booths, traditional games and the giveaways. Most importantly she offers readers an opportunity to understand the essence of the powwow to First Nations. The book's end note describes powwow etiquette and gives directions for playing two traditional games. This outstanding book creates an honest and respectful look at the contemporary powwow for everyone to appreciate.
27. Title:
Teaching Virtues: Building Character Across the Curriculum, paper ed
Author:
Don Trent Jacobs
2nd Author:
Jessica Jacobs-Spencer
Grade Level:
One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve
ISBN Number: 0-8108-3963-6 Publication Date:
2001
Publisher:
Scarecrow Press
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
173
Subject:
Character Education, Education, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Description Teaching Virtues: Building Character Across the Curriculum by father-daughter : team, Don Trent Jacobs and Jessica Jacobs-Spencer, offers educators a unique approach to teaching character education from a Native American perspective. Both educators contribute their understanding of universal reciprocity found in Indigenous worldview with the authentic educational goal to produce an effective holistic education in terms of character education. They offer advice to teachers about extending character education across the curriculum including mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and the visual and performing arts. The book includes an assessment model as well as lesson plans for adopting the approach into today's classroom.
7.Title:
First Nations Art Projects and Activities, reprint
Author:
Butch Dick
2nd Author:
Karin Clark
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve
ISBN Number: 1-894114-16-7 Publication Date:
1999
Publisher:
Greater Victoria School District
Nation:
Pacific NW
# of Pages:
167
Subject:
Art, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Click here
to view table of contents
Description: First Nations Art Projects and Activities is part of the art curriculum for the Greater Victoria School District. The lessons cover the elementary level to junior and senior high school. There are 13 lessons in basic shapes and designs at the high school level, and 17 projects for the elementary level. The art styles focus on the traditions of the Salish and the Kwa kwa ka' wakw of the Northwest Coast of British Columbia. An excellent resource for teachers that can be adapted to reflect any Northwest Coast Nation.
28.Title:
Good Path: Ojibwe Learning and Activity Book for Kids, The
Author:
Thomas Peacock
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine
ISBN Number: 1-890434-53-1 Publication Date:
2005
Publisher:
Afton Historical Society Press
Nation:
Woodland, Delaware, Ojibwe
# of Pages:
127
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Cultural/Traditional Lifestyle, History, Sacre/Spiritual Traditions, Teacher Resource
Character Ed:
Courage, Honesty, Humilty, Kindness, Love, Peace, Respect, Truth, Trustworthiness, Wisdom
Click here
to view table of contents
Description:
The Good Path: Ojibwe Learning and Activity Book for Kids is an excellent teaching resource about Ojibwe history and culture. Organized around the traditional values that form Ojibwe ways of thinking, living and being, the nine chapters take readers from the time of creation to the present day. The chapters discuss the Creator's vision of the earth, the Grandfathers, Grandmother Moon, the prophecies, the westward migration, the time of the fur trade, treaties and reservations, the time of the Sixth Fire, and the Seventh Generation. Numerous colour photographs, illustrations, and maps are effectively used throughout the text. At the end of each chapter, the author provides several suggested activities for students. Author Thomas Peacock, a member of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, is an associate professor of education at the University of Minnesota. Students and teachers will find the book is a valuable resource for social studies, history, and Native studies.
29.Title:
First Nations Full Day Kindergarten From Our Treasure Box
Author:
Sheilia Austin
2nd Author:
Karin Clark
Grade Level:
Kindergarten
Publication Date:
1993
Publisher:
Greater Victoria School District
Nation:
Pacific NW
# of Pages:
314
Subject:
Education, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Click here
to view table of contents
Description:
30.Title:
First Nations Full Day Kindergarten: From Our Treasure Box is a teacher resource developed by First Nations Education Division of the Greater Victoria School District, British Columbia. The guide consists of more than 300 pages of Northwest Coast cultural components that complement traditional kindergarten skills and concepts. The guide contains information about the program, sample weekly and daily routines, seasonal themes, and cultural materials that support the themes. The teacher will find a wealth of background information about the Northwest Coast cultures as well as a variety of activities. Recommended as a teacher resource for anyone involved in teaching at the kindergarten level.
First Nations Awareness: Putting It All Together, 4th ed
Author:
Karin Clark
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven
ISBN Number: 1-894114-02-7 Publication Date:
1999
Publisher:
Greater Victoria School District
Nation:
Pacific NW
# of Pages:
247
Subject:
Education, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Click here
to view table of contents
Description First Nations Awareness: Putting It All Together is a curriculum resource developed : by First Nations Education Division of the Greater Victoria School District for First Nations studies for grades K-7. The resource consists of 10 lessons about the First Nations of the Northwest Coast – Kwakwaka’wakw, Nuu-chahnulth and Salish. The resource is written in the Cognitive Education method style. This guide allows students to learn about Northwest Coast Peoples and their culture. The resource has a wealth of background information for the teacher as well as student activities including ideas for holding a Potlatch. Topics include the meaning of culture, the role of the environment in shaping culture, the role and importance of families and clans, ideas for incorporating art, music, dance and drama, and storytelling. This resource can easily be adapted for studying other First Nations and
their culture areas.
31.Title:
Nanabosho and the Cranberries, paper ed
Author:
Joe McLellan
2nd Author:
Matrine McLellan
Grade Level:
Two, Three, Four, Five, Six
ISBN Number: 978-0-921827-63-4 Publication Date:
1998
Publisher:
Pemmican Publications Inc
Nation:
Plains, Ojibwe
# of Pages:
48
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Legends, Oral History/Traditions, Science
Character Ed:
Gratefulness, Perseverance, Reasoning, Respect, Thankfulness, Wisdom
Description: Nanabosho and the Cranberries is one of the titles in the Nanabosho series by Winnipeg children's author, Joseph McLellan. The author who is also a teacher believes in the power of the oral tradition and storytelling. He takes traditional stories about the Ojibwe trickster and teacher, Nanabosho, and weaves a contemporary story that will appeal to all children. The story begins as Nokomis (grandmother) visits a classroom to help the students understand their science lesson about reflections. She tells the story about Nanabosho as he tries to gather cranberries. No matter how hard he tries he is unable to reach the berries growing on a bush. As he sits by a lake, Nanabosho sees lots of cranberries on the lake. Each time he reaches out to pick them his hands come up empty. When night falls, the cranberries disappear. They reappear when the sun returns the next morning. Nanabosho just doesn't understand that what he sees in the water is merely the reflection of the cranberry bush. Lloyd Swampy illustrates this picture book using pastel watercolour illustrations. These images convey the subtle and humorous meanings of the story in a manner that will appeal to young readers.
32.Title: Nanabosho Grants a Wish, 2nd printing
Author:
Joe & Matrine McLellan
Grade Level:
Two, Three, Four, Five
ISBN Number: 0-921827-66-0 Publication Date:
2005
Publisher:
Pemmican Publications Inc
Nation:
Plains, Ojibwe
# of Pages:
24
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Legends, Oral History/Traditions
Character Ed:
Generosity, Self-Control/Discipline, Wisdom
Description:
Nanabosho Grants a Wish is the most recent title in the Nanabosho series by Winnipeg children's authors, Joseph and Matrine McLellan. The authors believe in the power of the oral tradition and storytelling. They take traditional stories about the Ojibwe trickster and teacher, Nanabosho, and weave a contemporary story that will appeal to all children. This story is set as a story within a story. Nonie is having a birthday party and all her friends and relatives are present. Nonie's brother sees snow falling and tells the group that he wishes for lots of snow. Mishomis, their grandfather, tells everyone that they should be careful when they wish for things. This is the beginning of the story about Nanabosho and how he granted four wishes. Nanabosho grew tried of people always asking for his assistance. He warns the people to be reasonable when they ask for assistance. Two men and two women come to Nanabosho for help. They tell him their requests and he says he will honour their requests. One man however wishes for something unreasonable. Nanabosho teaches him a lesson by granting the wish. The story concludes when Nonie and her brother compare wishes. This illustrated picture book is recommended for elementary level students.
33.Title: Nanabosho: How the Turtle Got Its Shell, 5th Author:
Joe McLellan
Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four
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ISBN Number: 0-921827-40-7 Publication Date:
2001
Publisher:
Pemmican Publications Inc
Nation:
Plains, Ojibwe
# of Pages:
42
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Legends, Oral History/Traditions
Character Ed:
Caring, Compassion, Empathy, Gratefulness, Kindness, Respect, Thankfulness, Wisdom
D UNAVAILABLE This title is no longer available from the publisher Nanabosho: How the e Turtle Got Its Shell is one of the popular titles in the Nanabosho series by Winnipeg children's s author, Joe McLellan. The author, who is also a teacher, believes in the power of the oral c tradition and storytelling. He takes traditional stories about the Ojibwe trickster and teacher, r Nanabosho, and weaves a contemporary story that will appeal to all children. In this picture i book, the story begins with two Native children who hear the story about how the turtle p received a shell. While visiting an aunt in the city, two children and their Mishomis and t Nokomis stop by the pet store in the mall. There they see small turtles for sale. Mishomis tells i the children that the Creator did not create turtles to be owned. Turtles belong in lakes and o rivers. On the way home Mishomis tell the children a story about turtle. In the story the turtle n did not have a shell and the story explains how turtle received a shell for helping Nanabosho : fish. As a gift of gratitude, Nanabosho gave turtle a wonderful new shell for protection. Nanabosho took a special rock and painted it. This becomes turtle's shell. The children are delighted. The simple watercolour paintings by Rhian Brynjolson fill each page and make the story easily understood by young children. The author has cleverly woven contemporary Native children and their grandfather into a traditional legend making this an excellent introduction to Ojibwe traditions and values. A one-page fact sheet is included about the habitat of the Green Painted Turtle at the beginning of the book. This read aloud picture book is also suitable for grade 3 student readers. This book is on the list of recommended Aboriginal titles developed by staff of the (SOLS) Southern Ontario Library Service and the Ontario Library Service North for the Aboriginal Library Book Investment by the Ontario Ministry of Culture into the Ontario Public Libraries. Aboriginal Alphabet for Children, The 34.Title:
Author:
Evelyn Ballantyne
Grade Level:
Preschool, Kindergarten, One
ISBN Number:
1-894717-13-9
Publication Date:
2002
Publisher:
Pemmican Publications Inc
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
32
Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, Literature
Character Ed:
The Aboriginal Alphabet for Children is a slim volume of words whose first letters reflect cultural artifacts from First Nations, Metis, and Inuit traditions. Developed by Evelyn Ballantyne of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation and illustrated by J. Marleen Ross and Noah Hood also from Opaskwayak, the book covers each letter of the alphabet (upper and lower case) with a word and includes an illustration and single sentence to illuminate the meaning of the object. While some letters are questionable as in the case of the letter X for Xmas, the majority of the words reflect the Metis and Plains Nations. Some words used are axe, drum, fiddle, jam, and pipe. Some of the sentences require adult assistance for comprehension. This is a valuable resource for First Nations and Metis preschool and kindergarten students. Aboriginal Peoples: Building For The Future. Activities 35.Title:
Author:
Kevin Reed
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten
ISBN Number:
0-19-541331-8
Publication Date:
1999
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
37
Subject:
History, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Aboriginal Peoples: Building For The Future Activities contains student activities and accompanies the grade 10 text, Aboriginal Peoples: Building For the Future. The text is organized into three units with a total of 37 chapters. Topics as diverse as elders, residential schools, life in the cities, the arts, as well as land claims and self-government are explored in the Canadian context. Each chapter contains a wealth of information in the form of primary source quotations, photographs, works of art, graphs and charts, and text. This student activity book supports the text and is designed for the classroom by providing teachers and students with at least one activity for each chapter. The activities are designed for completion in a classroom setting and are directly related to the text readings. In fact, no additional or extension activities or resources are included. For example, in chapter 10 students focus on Art. The suggested activity relates to a reading about repatriation of museum artifacts. Students are encouraged to
complete a chart by listing the benefits and drawbacks of returning artifacts to their rightful owners. The second suggested activity asks students to write a 100-200 word speech arguing for or against the return of First Nations artifacts. The text, Aboriginal Peoples Building for the Future is suitable for students in grade 6 to 10. The Activity book comes shrinkwrapped and three-hole punched.
36.Title: Mush-Hole: Memories of a Residential School
Author:
Maddie Harper
Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine
ISBN Number:
0-920813-98-4
Publication Date:
1993
Publisher:
Sister Vision Press
Nation:
Multiple Nations
# of Pages:
20
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Residential Sc
Character Ed:
Courage, Perseverance, Self-Control/Discipline, Reasoning Wisdom
Description:
Description will be updated soon.
Ojibwe Seven Grandfathers Teachings for the core of the story. This edition draws on the teaching Aakdehewin or Bravery. This is a unique resource that may interest reluctant readers in finding out about Ojibwe history and teachings. This book is selected as a recommended title in the 2009 First Nations Libraries Community
Teacher Resources
1. Title:
Aboriginal Peoples: Building For The Future. Activities
Author:
Kevin Reed
Number Of Pages: 37 Subject:
History, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten
Publication Date: 1999 Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Description: Aboriginal Peoples: Building For The Future Activities contains student activities and accompanies the grade 10 text, Aboriginal Peoples: Building For the Future. The text is organized into three units with a total of 37 chapters. Topics as diverse as elders, residential schools, life in the cities, the arts, as well as land claims and self-government are explored in the Canadian context. Each chapter contains a wealth of information in the form of primary source quotations, photographs, works of art, graphs and charts, and text. This student activity book supports the text and is designed for the classroom by providing teachers and students with at least one activity for each chapter. The activities are designed for completion in a classroom setting and are directly related to the text readings. In fact, no additional or extension activities or resources are included. For example, in chapter 10 students focus on Art. The suggested activity relates to a reading about repatriation of museum artifacts. Students are encouraged to complete a chart by listing the benefits and drawbacks of returning artifacts to their rightful owners. The second suggested activity asks students to write a 100-200 word speech arguing for or against the return of First Nations artifacts. The text, Aboriginal Peoples Building for the Future is suitable for students in grade 6 to 10. The Activity book comes shrink-wrapped and three-hole punched.
2. Title:
Author:
Discovering First Peoples and First Contacts
Daniel Francis
Number Of Pages: 64 Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, History
Character Ed:
Not Applicable
Grade Level:
Six
Publication Date: 2000 Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Description: Discovering First Peoples and First Contacts is a recent publication designed to meet the Ontario curriculum guidelines for the grade 6 Heritage and Citizenship strand. The text introduces the original "settlers" of Canada by covering four main cultural regions - Mi'kmaq, Northwest Coast, Plains, and Iroquoians of the St. Lawrence lowlands. Two brief chapters discuss origin theories and creation stories as well as the linguistic distribution of Aboriginal Peoples throughout precontact Canada. The remaining chapters cover all the standard European explorers, the fur trade, and devote single chapters to the Metis, women in the fur trade, the Inuit, and contributions of Aboriginal Peoples in contemporary Canada. The illustrated text is designed for student use with its two-page spread format for each topic. Maps, photographs, a glossary and suggestions for student activities are included. While this type of text is meeting the market demand for grade six in Ontario, minor errors may confuse and mislead teachers and students. For example, the map of linguistic families omits the Mohawk from the Iroquoian family but lists the remaining four nations as well as Haudenosaunee under this broad linguistic term. There is no glossary or explanation for Haudenosaunee/Five Nations Iroquois, and this omission may confuse teachers who are unfamiliar with the terms Haudenosaunee, Iroquois and Iroquoian. The author selectively uses proper names of Nations such as Haudenosaunee, Siksika, and Mi'kmaq. Unfortunately he consistently uses the term Ojibway instead of Anishnawbe. In the final chapter that discusses contemporary issues, the meaning of land claims in the text does not conform to the glossary explanation. The meaning provided in the text is incorrect and this can lead to confusion. In another example that lists the contributions of contemporary Aboriginal people, the brief summary of Rosemary Kuptana's achievements does not include her substantial contribution in the realm of international Indigenous rights. Despite these concerns the text can serve as an adequate grade six resource for the history of European explorers in Canada but it must be used with caution as a resource regarding Aboriginal Peoples of Canada.
3. Title:
Author:
Iroquois Corn In a Culture-Based Curriculum: A Framework for Respectfully Teaching about Cultures
Carol Cornelius
Number Of Pages: 296 Subject:
Education, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
College, University
Publication Date: 1996 Publisher:
State University of New York Press
Description: Description will be updated soon.
4. Title: Author:
Origins, Relationships, and Contributions: A image unavailable Curriculum Unit to Support Grade 6 Vernon Douglas
Number Of Pages: 77 Subject:
Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Six
Publication Date: 2002 Publisher:
Toronto District School Board
Description: Origins, Relationships, and Contributions: A Curriculum Unit to Support Grade 6 Aboriginal People and European Explorers, Aboriginal Perspectives was developed by educators from the Toronto District School Board in 2002 to support the Ontario Ministry of Education Social Studies curriculum. The 1998 curriculum expectations have since been revised but this resource may still be useful to teachers in other provincial jurisdictions. The resource consists of three basic lessons that discuss the theories related to the origins of Aboriginal Peoples in North America, the diverse cultures of First Nations in Canada, and contributions made by Aboriginal Peoples to Canadian culture. The first and second lesson each contains two classroom activities. The third lesson consists of three activities that cover stereotypes, significant Aboriginal People in public life, and overcoming the common myth of First Nations cultures as just teepees and totem poles. The guide also contains assessment and evaluation; teaching and learning strategies; student support materials; rubrics; and bibliographies for teacher and student resources.
5. Title:
Lessons from Turtle Island: Native Curriculum in Early Childhood Classrooms
Author:
Guy W. Jones
Number Of Pages:
175
Subject:
Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Preschool, Kindergarten, One
Publication Date:
2002
Publisher:
Red Leaf Press
Click here to view table of contents Description: Lessons from Turtle Island: Native Curriculum in Early Childhood Classrooms is an excellent educator resource guide for anyone working with preschool and kindergarten students. The guide is directed to educators who want to incorporate Native American and First Nations content into early childhood education programs. The authors have designed a practical and easy-to-use guide that provides strategies and suggestions for appropriate children's literature dealing with contemporary Native cultures and themes. One author, Sally Moomaw, is a professional early childhood educator at the University of Cincinnati. The other author, Guy Jones, is a Native American activist working in Ohio. Both authors contribute personal stories that reflect their areas of expertise. These stories are effectively incorporated into the 175-page guide. The book is divided into eight chapters and focuses on five specific themes in early childhood education. The guide begins with an overview for the need for incorporating contemporary Native American and First Nations issues into the entire preschool and primary curriculum. Five themes, children, home, family, community, and environment, are explored through a cross-cultural perspective. Each theme includes ideas for lessons, lists of appropriate children's literature and resources that develop skills in reading, writing, art, dance, theatre, math, science and music. In each lesson the writers draw connections between the similarities and differences across cultures. The authors deal with stereotypes in literature and ways well-meaning educators may have incorporated disrespectful art and drama activities. In a straightforward manner, the writers suggest ways for teachers to expand their knowledge about contemporary Native people. The suggested literature resources include Canadian and American published materials. Many of the children's
books recommended are published by Pemmican Publishers and Kids Can Press. The final chapter provides a detailed program idea for creating an effective Family Heritage Project in primary classrooms that is multicultural in focus and draws on the rich cultural backgrounds of the students? parents. The authors include a helpful annotated list of books and toys to avoid when teaching about Native people. The resource includes an index, helpful illustrations that assist in clarifying ideas, and an annotated recommended resource list of children?s literature and teacher resources. The book is a welcome addition to teacher resource guides that incorporate Native perspectives in the early childhood education program. This resource is recommended for anyone interested in Native and multicultural education for preschool and primary grades.
6. Title:
Let's All Play: A Curriculum and Resource Document for the Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1-8: Health and Physical Education, 1998 Traditional Games and Activities of the Northern Ojibway and Cree
Author:
Jim Hollander
Number Of Pages:
48+
Subject:
Sports, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight
Publication Date:
2000
Publisher:
Ojibway Cree Cultural Centre
Click here to view table of contents Description: Let's All Play: A Curriculum and Resource Document for the Ontario Curriculum, Grade 1-8: Health and Physical Education, 1998 Traditional Games and Activities of the Northe Ojibway and Cree is produced by the Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre for use in Health and Physical Education programs of schools in the Nishnawbe-Aski area. Traditional Northern Ojibway and Cree games are introduced for inclusion in grades 1-8. Each game briefly described for teacher background and teaching activities are included. Some game and activities may be too intense and teachers are strongly encouraged to enlist the assistance of knowledgeable elders before attempting to incorporate them into school activities. English and syllabics text.
7. Title:
Weather, It's Right or Not: A Resource and Curriculum Document for the Ontario Curriculum: Science and Technology, Grade 5--Earth and Space Systems Strand
Author:
Jim Hollander
Number Of Pages:
85
Subject:
Science, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Five
Publication Date:
2002
Publisher:
Ojibway Cree Cultural Centre
Click here to view table of contents Description: Weather, It's Right or Not: A Resource and Curriculum Document for the Ontario Curriculum: Science and Technology, Grade 5--Earth and Space Systems Strand is a grade 5 teacher resource developed by the Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre. The author created 17 lessons for teachers who are located in Northern Ontario schools. The lessons are based on the expectations within the Ontario Curriculum, Grade 1 - 8: Science and Technology. Lessons cover weather, weather patterns, weather investigating and forecasting, and weather conditions and adaptations. Specific topics include climate, air temperature, air moisture, air pressure, winds, low and highs, cold and warm fronts, water cycle, clouds and precipitation, and thunderstorms. A unique aspect of the lesson content is the inclusion of traditional northern Ojibway and Cree weather forecasting content, as well as human and animal adaptations to weather conditions. The lessons include specific expectations, planning notes, content notes, teaching and learning strategies, assessment and evaluation, and resources. This document addresses a specific need in First Nations schools for culturally appropriate learning resources in the science field.
8. Title:
More We Get Together, The: A Resource Document for the Ontario Curriculum: Social Studies, Grade 6--Heritage and Citizenship Strand
Author:
Jim Hollander
Number Of Pages:
75
Subject:
History, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Six
Publication Date:
1999
Publisher:
Ojibway Cree Cultural Centre
Description: The More We Get Together: A Resource Document for the Ontario Curriculum: Social Studies, Grade 6--Heritage and Citizenship Strand was designed especially for the Grad Ontario Curriculum. This resource document provides an excellent introduction to understanding the Cree and Ojibway of Northern Ontario and their interaction with European Explorers from the Native perspective. While the organization reflects the requirements for Ontario students, anyone interested in knowing more about Native People's view of Creation, interaction with Europeans, and the traditional lifestyle shou find this book valuable. Topics include early explorers, Ojibway and Cree, the fur trade early missionaries, post confederation treaties, Treaty 9, Nishnawbe-Aski Nation, selfgovernment, and contributions of Native Peoples.
9. Title:
Drum, The (DVD)
Publishers:
Mel Stewart
Running Time:
30 minutes min
Subject:
Art, Cultural/Traditional Lifestyle, Music & Dance, Oral History/Traditions
Grade Level:
Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve, College, University, Adult Education
Publication Date: 2004 Publisher:
Ojibway Cree Cultural Centre
Description: The Drum is a DVD produced by the Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre about the importance of the drum for First Nations. Shot on location at the North American Indian Travelling College, Akwesasne, this video highlights teachings from various Iroquois (Haudenosaunee) Elders and traditional people. Tom Porter explains the significance and origin of music according to Iroquois tradition. The types of drums and their uses are explained. The introduction of the Powwow drum and its purposes are described. Francis Boots and Reg Henry also convey the importance of social dance music as it relates to Iroquois communities. Although the original 30-minute video was recorded in 1982, its content remains relevant today. Tom Porter occasionally speaks in Mohawk and makes this video ideal for Mohawk language students.
10. Title:
Framework for Developing First Nations Curriculums, 3rd ed
Author:
Nella Nelson
Number Of Pages:
62
Subject:
Education, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Kindergarten, One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve
Publication Date:
2000
Publisher:
Greater Victoria School District
Description: Framework for Developing First Nations Curriculums is a teacher resource developed by First Nations Education Division of the Greater Victoria School District, British Columbia. This comprehensive "how-to" guide assists experienced educators and those just beginning a Native Studies unit. The introduction covers First Nations ethics and principles, and the basic framework required to plan, develop, implement and evaluate the curriculum. The guide then takes a step-by-step approach for establishing goals, objectives, teaching strategies, learning modalities, lessons, activities, tests and evaluation criteria. Included in the appendix are several samples from established Native Studies curriculum units including: examples of learning outcomes, and examples of lessons. A valuable resource for anyone involved in First Nations educational programming for kindergarten to postsecondary, including adult education.
11. Title:
Ten Legends Workbook: Ojibwa and Iroquois Legends, An Intermediate Workbook, paper ed
Author:
Jim Tole
Number Of Pages:
90
Subject:
Character Education, Children - Non-Fiction, Legends, Literacy
Character Ed:
Gratefulness, Love, Respect, Thankfulness, Wisdom
Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Adult Education
Publication Date: 2005 Publisher:
Ningwakwe Learning Press
Description: Ten Legends Workbook: Ojibwa and Iroquois Legends, An Intermediate Workbook is the reprint edition published by Ningwakwe Learning Press. Originally developed by Hamilton Regional Indian Centre in 1998, this literacy workbook is appropriate for the Level Two learner. It is also a valuable resource for older elementary students who require high interest and low vocabulary materials from an Iroquois or Ojibwe perspective. The workbook contains 10 basic traditional stories or legends retold in English. The stories include Creation, Nanabozho, Creator and Hadoui, the Dancing Stars, How Bear Lost His Tail, How the Bees Got Their Stingers, the Great White Serpent, How the Snowshoe Rabbit Got His White Coat, and How Fire Came to the People. Each brief legend is accompanied by activities that promote comprehension. These exercises include fill-in-the-blanks, a cloze exercise, a vocabulary exercise, a word search, and a word jumble. An answer key is provided at the end of the book. This 90-page book is a valuable resource in a regular literacy classroom or elementary class studying First Nations traditional stories.
12. Title:
Visitors from the Four Directions: Indigenous Peoples in a Globalized World Kit
Author:
_ Gabriel Dumont Institute
Subject:
Environment, Economic Development, Education, Politics, Traditional Knowledge, Teacher Resource
Grade Level:
Ten, Eleven, Twelve, College, University
Publication Date: 2005 Publisher:
Gabriel Dumont Institute
Description: Visitors from the Four Directions: Indigenous Peoples in a Globalized World Kit was developed by the Gabriel Dumont Institute and SUNTEP (Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program). This resource was developed for the Grade 10 Saskatchewan curriculum as it related to Globalization and Development, Human Rights, and Indigenous Peoples. The kit consists of a text, Rethinking Globalization: Teaching for Justice in an Unjust World, and a CD-ROM. The text was published by Rethinking Schools Press, and was edited by Bill Bigelow and Bob Peterson. Both of the editors are teachers in the United States. It is 395 pages and contains background readings, teaching articles, lesson plans, role plays, student handouts, interviews, poems, cartoons, an annotated reading list, and teaching ideas. The topics covered include: colonialism, the global economy, poverty, global sweatshops, child labour, food issues, culture, consumption, and the environment. The CD-ROM contains video segments (22-minutes) of Indigenous Peoples from Guatemala, Peru, Fiji, Tonga, Costa Rica, Nepal, and Ethiopia who travelled to Saskatchewan to discuss the impact of globalization on their Nations. The CD-ROM also includes slides about the visitors meeting First Nations community members, interview scripts for each of the visitors, and a printable curriculum manual based on the Saskatchewan Education curriculum documents.
13. Title:
Keepers of the Animals: Native Stories and Wildlife Activities for Children, reprint
Author:
Michael J. Caduto
Number Of Pages:
266
Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Legends, Science, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten
Publication Date: 1997 Publisher:
Fulcrum Publishing
Description: Keepers of the Animals: Native Stories and Wildlife Activities for Children provides a complete resource for the study of North American animals. As part of the Keepers series, Keepers of the Animals focuses on Native American stories as an introduction to understanding the natural world. All North American culture areas are included. The activities are designed to show students the interconnectedness of all life and introduce environmental issues facing North America. Keepers of the Animals contains 17 chapters that discuss broad themes such as creation, celebration, vision, thanksgiving, animals with fur, feathers, scales and skin, and survival. Each chapter includes a traditional story from a specific culture area, discussion topics, student activities, questions, extension activities, and notes. The introductory chapter includes a guide for using and making the most of the wealth of activities, as well as tips and techniques for instructors and teachers. Michael Caduto is an internationally known storyteller, ecologist, and educator. Joseph Bruchac is an Abenaki storyteller and writer. This exceptional resource contains hands-on activities that will appeal to elementary and secondary students. It is a valuable teacher resource for science, Native Studies, arts education, social studies and language arts, and anyone who wants to understand the Native perspective of the environment. The Teacher's Guide is sold separately.
14. Title:
Keepers of the Earth: Native Stories and Environmental Activities for Children
Author:
Michael J. Caduto
Number Of Pages:
209
Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Legends, Science, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten
Publication Date:
1999
Publisher:
Fulcrum Publishing
Click here to view table of contents Description: Keepers of the Earth: Native Stories and Environmental Activities for Children provides a complete resource for the study of the environment in North America. As part of the Keepers series, Keepers of the Earth focuses on Native American stories as an introduction to understanding the natural world. All Native North American culture areas are included. The activities are designed to show students the interconnectedness of all life and introduce environmental issues facing North America. Keepers of the Earth contains 23 chapters that discuss broad themes such as creation, fire, earth, wind and weather, water, seasons, plants and animals, life death spirit, and unity of earth. Each chapter includes a traditional story from a specific culture area, discussion topics and student activities. The introductory chapter includes a guide for using and making the most of the wealth of activities, as well as tips and techniques for instructors and teachers. Michael Caduto is an internationally known storyteller, ecologist, and educator. Joseph Bruchac is an Abenaki storyteller and writer. This exceptional resource contains hands-on activities that will appeal to elementary and secondary students. It is a valuable teacher resource for science, Native Studies, arts education, social studies and language arts, and anyone who wants to understand the Native perspective of the environment. The Teacher's Guide is sold separately.
15. Title:
Keepers of Life: Discovering Plants Through Native Stories and Earth Activities for Children, paper ed
Author:
Michael J. Caduto
Number Of Pages:
265
Subject:
Children - Non-Fiction, Environment, Legends, Science, Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Three, Four, Five, Six, Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten
Publication Date:
1994
Publisher:
Fulcrum Publishing
Click here to view table of contents Description: Keepers of Life: Discovering Plants Through Native Stories and Earth Activities for Children provides a complete resource for the study of plant ecology in North America. As part of the Keepers series, Keepers of Life focuses on Native American stories as an introduction to understanding the natural world. All North American habitats are included. The activities are designed to show students the interconnectedness of all life and introduce environmental issues facing North America. Keepers of Life contains 15 chapters that discuss broad themes such as creation, thanksgiving, flowers and fruits, survival, and healing our relations. Each chapter includes a traditional story from a specific culture area, discussion topics, student activities, questions, extension activities, and notes. The introductory chapter includes a guide for using and making the most of the wealth of activities, as well as tips and techniques for instructors and teachers. Michael Caduto is an internationally known storyteller, ecologist, and educator. Joseph Bruchac is an Abenaki storyteller and writer. This exceptional resource contains hands-on activities that will appeal to elementary and secondary students. It is a valuable teacher resource for science, Native Studies, arts education, social studies and language arts, and anyone who wants to understand the Native perspective of the environment. The Teacher's Guide is sold separately.
16. Title:
Author:
Aboriginal Perspectives Teacher Resource: Aboriginal Studies 10
_ Kainai Board of Education
Number Of Pages: 532 Subject:
Teacher Resource
Character Ed: Grade Level:
Ten
Publication Date: 2006 Publisher:
Duval House Publishing
Description: Aboriginal Perspectives Teacher Resource: Aboriginal Studies 10 is the resource guide that accompanies the grade 10 student textbook, Aboriginal Perspectives: Aboriginal Studies 10, co-published by Kainai Board of Education, Metis Nation of Alberta, Northland School Division, Tribal Chiefs Institute of Treaty Six, and Duval House Publishing. The extensive team, including validators, reviewers, translators, and contributors have created an excellent resource for high school students who are learning about Aboriginal People of Canada. The book describes the cultural heritage, history, and issues of First Nations, Inuit and Metis from an Aboriginal perspective. Topics covered include Land and People, the Oral Tradition, Worldview, Traditional Societies, Contact and Cultural Exchange, Today and Future, and Symbolism and Expression. The Teacher Resource is a must-have for any teacher using the student book in a classroom setting. The 532-page resource covers background information about Aboriginal Peoples, terminology, includes detailed planning and assessment sections, lesson plans, rubrics, maps, a pronunciation guide, and annotated bibliography. The guide follows the student text in organization by beginning with reflective readings or quotes from Aboriginal people. Each of the seven chapters of the Teacher Guide includes chapter reviews, sections on Indigenous knowledge, issues for investigation, perspectives, profiles, talking circle ideas, and timelines and maps. The guide also provides teaches with ideas about approaching the teaching of Aboriginal studies as well as providing guidance for protocols for inviting Elders to the classroom and dealing with sacred materials. While the focus of the book is Alberta this text could be used in any secondary school in Canada. An Authorized Basic Resource for Alberta Learning.
17. Title:
Peoples and Cultural Change: Aboriginal Studies 20 – Teacher Resource
Author:
_ Kainai Board of Education
Number Of Pages:
263
Subject:
Cultural/Traditional Lifestyle, History, Politics
Character Ed:
Not Applicable
Grade Level:
Eleven
Publication Date: 2005 Publisher:
Duval House Publishing
Description: Peoples and Cultural Change: Aboriginal Studies 20 is a grade 11 student textbook copublished by Kainai Board of Education, Metis Nation of Alberta, Northland School Division, Tribal Chiefs Institute of Treaty Six, and Duval House Publishing. The extensive team, including validators, reviewers, translators, and contributors have created an excellent resource for high school students who are learning about Aboriginal People of Canada. The book describes the cultural heritage, history, and issues of First Nations, Inuit and Metis from an Aboriginal perspective. The book describes A Way of Life in Change, Colonization and Cultural Change, Metis People in Conflict, Metis and Cultural Change, Treaties and Cultural Change, Education and Cultural Change, and Self-Government and Cultural Continuity. An Authorized Basic Resource for Alberta Learning. Highly recommended.
18. Title:
Contemporary Issues: Aboriginal Studies 30 – Teacher Resource
Author:
_ Kainai Board of Education
Number Of Pages:
247
Subject:
History, Politics
Character Ed:
Not Applicable
Grade Level:
Twelve
Publication Date:
2005
Publisher:
Duval House Publishing
Click here to view table of contents Description: Contemporary Issues: Aboriginal Studies 30 is a grade 12 student textbook co-published by Kainai Board of Education, Metis Nation of Alberta, Northland School Division, Tribal Chiefs Institute of Treaty Six, and Duval House Publishing. The extensive team, including validators, reviewers, translators, and contributors have created an excellent resource for high school students who are learning about Aboriginal Peoples in Canada. Topics in this edition focus on Inherent Rights, Treaties, Traditional Governance and Colonization, Aboriginal Rights and Self-Government, Land Claims, Urban and Rural communities, Barriers in Canadian Society, and World Indigenous Issues. Each chapter makes effective use of full-colour maps and photographs, timelines, quotes from Aboriginal People, chapter reviews, examples of Indigenous knowledge, profiles of Aboriginal leaders, symbolism and creative expression, and talking circles. This well-researched and validated text provides an excellent way for senior high school students to gain an understanding of contemporary issues for First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples in Canada. The quotations draw from a variety of Aboriginal voices from the recent past and as well as current viewpoints. A glossary, bibliography, index and an important list of Aboriginal Peoples' Names make this text a highly recommended resource. While the focus of the book is Alberta this text could be used in any secondary school in Canada. An Authorized Basic Resource for Alberta Learning.
