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Aboriginal Collection: A Thematic Listing of Resources with Aboriginal Content
Each item includes purchase information, annotation, grade level, indication of Indigenous involvement, and comments on representation and diversity reinforcement.
Aboriginal Tourism US Qualitative Research: Summary of Findings and Considerations
Research involved six in-person focus groups in three cities in November 2016: Dallas, Los Angeles, and Boston.
Askî and Turtle Island
Primary reading level storybook.
[Askî Scrapbook]
For use with the storybook Askî and Turtle Island.
Canadian Indigenous Writers Bibliography
Material divided into seven categories: graphic novel, nonfiction, novel, play, poetry, short stories, and stories. Each entry contains summary, information about the author and list of titles also written by them.
Conflicting Plans
2nd edition.
Contrasting Worlds
Overview of Métis history from the 1600s to the early 1870s when many Métis migrated from Manitoba to Saskatchewan. Includes questions for students.
2nd edition.
Debating Cultural Appropriation
Lesson plan focuses on what cultural appropriation is, how it affects Indigenous peoples and whether it should be regulated by law.
Accompanying Material: Student Version.
Developed in conjunction with the documentary Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World.
A Dramatic Approach to Native Teacher Education
Discusses the benefits of incorporating educational drama into Indigenous teacher education programs.
The Earth on Turtle's Back
Traditional creation story. Extract from Native American Stories by Joseph Bruchac and Michael J. Caduto.
Feed the People And You Will Never Go Hungry: Illuminating Coast Salish Economy of Affection
Commerce Thesis (PhD) -- University of Auckland, 2017.
First Nations, Métis and Inuit Growth Chart Literacy Prompts: K-8
Includes book summaries, literacy prompt questions, and enrichment activities for books appropriate to each grade. Revised Version.
Gabriel Dumont: Métis Legend
Brief video discusses the life of the Metis leader and his role in the 1885 Resistance. Duration: 7:25.
Related Material: Transcript; Teacher's Guide.
Ganawenimaa nimamainan aki = Respect Our Mother Earth: A Kid's Environmental Activity Booklet
General environmental education resource with some references to the Lake Superior watershed.
Gwichya Gwich'in Googwandak: The History and Stories of the Gwichya Gwich'in As Told By The Elders of Tsiigehtshik
Revised edition.
The Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada’s Representation of Indigenous History from 1945 to 1982
History Thesis (MA) -- University of Ottawa, 2017.
Homelands and Empires : Indigenous Spaces, Imperial Fictions, and Competition for Territory in Northeastern North America, 1690-1763
An Indian Perspective of Self-Esteem
Looks at Indigenous child development through the use of a medicine wheel.
Includes a report from the Cariboo Tribal Council, today known as the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council, entitled "Faith Misplaced: Lasting Effects of Abuse in a First Nations Community".
Kon and the Circle of Life
Primary reading level storybook.
Learning Through Language: Academic Success in an Indigenous Language Immersion Kindergarten
Examines the effects Mnidoo Mnising Anishinaabek Kinoomaage Gamig (MMAK) kindergarten program on child development.
Locating the Native Artist: Memory and Transformation in Contemporary Artworks
Art History Thesis (M.A) -- University of New Mexico, 2007.
Lockbolted Letters to Turbo
Marie: A Disenfrancised First Nation Woman from Kipawa
Education Thesis (MEd) -- Queen's University, 2017.
Mi'kmaw Cultue: Mi'kmaw Songs
Lyrics to Kepmite'tmnej - The Mi'kmaq Honour Song; Wejkwita'jik - the Gathering Song, Kwanu'te' - the Feast Song, Iknmuwetu - the Giveaway Song, and Kitpuewey Ktapekiaqn - the Eagle Song in Mi'kmaw and English.
Mi’kmaw Timeline
Lists significant events from 956 to 2002.
Excerpt from Mi’kmaq Resource Guide.
Native Learning Styles: Shorthand for Instructional Adaptations?
Through a literature review the author discusses Indigenous learning approaches and styles.
Nipi and Mother Earth
Primary reading level storybook.
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade 5: Unit Scope and Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Eight: Foreigners Invade Your Country Simulation
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Eleven: Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Nine: Introduction and Directions
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Seven: Unit Scope and Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Ten: Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Two: Unit Scope and Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Nursery/Preschool/Kindergarten. Day 1: : First Nation Creation Stories
Raven's Fly High = Kàhkàkiwak Papàminàwak
Beginning-to-read booklet in English, Cree and Cree syllabics.
The Residential School Controversy: A Special Report
A special edition of the Home Mission Journal on residential schools.
The Roots of Western Discontent : An Interpretation of the White Settlers’ Role in the Rebellion of 1885
History Thesis (MA) University of British Columbia, 1985.
Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World
Documentary looks at the little-known story of Indigenous influences on and contributions to the evolution of contemporary rock and blues music. Artists profiled include Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Link Wray, Jesse Ed Davis, Stevie Salas, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Robbie Robertson, Randy Castillo, Jimi Hendrix, and Taboo.
The Seven Oaks Incident and the Construction of a Historical Tradition, 1816 to 1970
An examination of the story and the discourse on the Battle of Seven Oaks using an examining of the primary sources of the time.
Shuvinai Ashoona: Life & Work
Spirit-Based Research: A Tactic for Surviving Trauma in Decolonizing Research
Looks at the mental and emotional toll of trauma-based research for Indigenous researchers and provides a pathway for copying.
Struggles and Triumphs (Editorial)
An introduction by the editor to articles presented in this issue.
Swampy & Moose Cree Flora & Fauna Glossary = Ka-Nihtâwikihk Nêsta Awêyâšîšak
Tate and the Flyers
Primary reading level storybook.
The Three Sisters: Renewing the World
Discusses the long history of Indigenous agriculture, how plants from the New World spread to the Old. and the need to return to traditional practices and regain food sovereignty. Educators share their experiences and lesson plans which use the story of the Three Sisters to teach a variety of subjects. Created to accompany the video.
The Trip to Town = Ni Màhiskàn
Learning-to-read story in English, Cree, and Cree syllabics.
Understanding the Indian Act
Speakers discuss how the Act has defined the government's and Crown's relationship with First Nations peoples; how it has impeded development of communities; and how fundamental changes are needed to give First Nations' control over governance and the ability to develop mechanisms to improve access to capital.
Duration: 1:09:15.