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The Beginning of the Cree World
The traditional story of how Wisakedjak caused the great flood and how, with the help of Muskrat, he was able to remake the world.
Extract from Native Voices edited by Freda Ahenakew, Breanda Gardipy, and Barbara Lafond.
Campfire Stories with George Catlin: an Encounter of Two Cultures
A Collection of Curricula for the STARLAB Inuit Star Lore Cylinder. Including Inuit Star Lore by Ole Knudsen
Although designed for use with the SKYLAB cylinder, can be modified for use without it.
A Collection of Curricula for the STARLAB Native American Mythology Cylinder. Including Stories of the Early Americans by Gary D. Kratzer; Background Information on the Navajo by Gloria D. Rall; More Native American Star Legends by Doris Forror
Although designed for use with the STARLAB cylinder, contains script which can be adapted for use without it.
Cree Language Resources: An Annotated Bibliography
First Nations Youth HIV/AIDS Education Manual
Frontier, Homeland and Sacred Space: A Collaborative Investigation into Cross-Cultural Perceptions of Place in the Thelon Game Sanctuary, Northwest Territories
The Gnawer of Rocks: Graphic Novel Study
Designed for Grades 8 to 12. Adaptation of a traditional Inuit story about two girls to are captured by a mythical creature called Mangittatuarjuk.
Grade 3: Mawi-amskwesewey Ankukumkewey na ujit Kkijinu Maqamikew = The First Treaty is with Our Earth Mother = Amsqahsewey Lakutuwakon Wiciw Kci Kikuwosson
Content focused on the Mi'kmaq, Wolastoqewiyik, and Passamaquoddy (Peskotomuhkati) peoples of New Brunswick.
Grade 4: Alsumsuti Ujit T’an Teli-l’nuimk = To Be Indigenous Is to be Free = Topelomosu Wen Skicinuwit
Content focused on the Mi'kmaq, Wolastoqewiyik, and Passamaquoddy (Peskotomuhkati) peoples of New Brunswick.
Grade 5 Social Studies: People and Stories of Canada to 1867: A Foundation for Implementation
Modules: First Peoples, Early European Colonization (1600 to 1763), Fur Trade, and From British Colony to Confederation (1763 to 1867).
Grandfather Teachings with Elder Hazel
The Great Winter Dance
Primarily the story Lake Tribe's Song of Today. Suitable for use with elementary school students.
High School Literature: Book 3
In Our Own Words: Bringing Authentic First Peoples Content to the K-3 Classroom
Indigenous Storytelling with Elder Hazel
International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012: Proceedings
An Investigation of the Role of Legends and Storytelling in Early Childhood Practices in a Kanien'kehá:ka (Mohawk) Early Childhood Facility
It Sometimes Speaks to Us: Decolonizing Education by Utilizing Our Elders' Knowledge
Kanien'kehá:ka Creation Story
Traditional Mohawk story, sometimes known as the Sky Woman story.
Kekina'muek (learning): Learning about the Mi'kmaq of Nova Scotia
Lakota Culture
Includes links to beliefs and traditions, Seven Council Fires, legends, historical American Indian leaders and South Dakota tribal lands.
Related: Artists and Authors; Spirit Animals.
Learning about Walking in Beauty: Placing Aboriginal Perspectives in Canadian Classrooms
Legends and Stories from the Past: A Teaching Resource for Dene Kede Grades K-9
Lesson Plan: Sky Wolf's Call: The Gift of Indigenous Knowledge by Eldon Yellowhorn and Kathy Lowinger
Lessons from the Earth and Beyond: Bringing Indigenous Knowledge Systems into the Classroom: Educator Resources
Website includes curriculum connections, lesson plans and inquiry-based activities for primary, junior and intermediate grades for three topics: lessons from the earth, lessons from the water, and lessons from beyond.
Maq and the Spirit of the Woods
Mi'kmaq Creation Story
Muskwa: Fearless Defender of Natural Law
Native Drums
Native North Americans in Literature for Youth: A Selective Annotated Bibliography for K-12
Never Alone = Kisima Ingitchuna: Parent Guide
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Grade Seven: Unit Scope and Introduction
[Operation Water Spirit Thematic Units]: Nursery/Preschool/Kindergarten. Day 1: : First Nation Creation Stories
Pimooteewin: The Journey: Outreach Study Guide
Proceed with Caution: Using Native American Folktales in the Classroom
Review Articles: No Writing at All Here: Review Notes on Writing Native
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The Road to ANCSA: The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act: Grade 6
[Saskatoon Public Schools -Treaty Education Resources]: Grade Two
Secwepemc-kuc: We are the Secwepemc
Seeing the Skies through Navajo Eyes: An Introduction to Cross-Cultural Astronomy
Designed as a resource for planetariums, for middle school teachers, and a book that families can read together.
Shadow of the Salmon: Respect the Salmon, Respect Yourself : A Resource Guide for Eighth Grade Teachers
A Shared Heritage with Anishinaabe / Ojibway
Topics include seven traditional teachings, explanation of the clan system, and the Wendigo story.
Social Studies Grade 5: Canada: The Peoples and Stories of This Land: A Curriculum and Guide to Implementation
Nine modules: Origins and Connections to the Land; Pre-Contact Cultures; Early European Exploration and Colonization; Nouvelle-France and Cultural Integration; French-English Rivalry; Refugees, Warriors and Reformers; Negotiating Confederation; Furs, Farms and the Métis; and Treaties, War, and the Changing West.
Integrates Dene, Inuvialuit and Inuinnait perspectives on history.
"Territorial Pilot 2011-2012".
Stories of Our Origins: Teacher's Guide
Grade Four Social Studies curriculum focuses on the stories of Indigenous peoples of the Northwest Territories.
Accompanying Material: Student Activity Book.