Atchakosuk: Ininewuk Stories of the Stars
Discusses Ininewuk (Cree) perspectives of astronomy, including mythology, stories and unique interpretations.
Discusses Ininewuk (Cree) perspectives of astronomy, including mythology, stories and unique interpretations.
Designed to accompany retelling of traditional Wasco story about how stars came to be arranged in the shapes of animals. Recommended for use with Grade 3 students.
Lesson involves the Aleutians oral traditions regarding tsunamis, volcanoes and earthquakes. Suitable for Grades 5-6.
Related Material: Legends animated video.
Video features historical photos of area and excavated Kitselas fortress site in the canyon.
Duration: 26:42.
Story describes the movement of stars associated with the cycle of the seasons.
Designed as a resource for planetariums, for middle school teachers, and a book that families can read together.
Discusses the Mi'kmaq traditional story of the Celestial Bear hunt (Ursa Major).