Resources
Where the Blood Mixes by Kevin Loring: Study Guide
Alternate Title
National Arts Centre English Theatre Programmes for Student Audiences; 2009-2010 Season
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Jane Moore
Description
Guide includes: synopsis of the play, history of Aboriginal theatre in Canada, information on residential schools, resources for further study, etc.
White Girl [by] Sylvia Olsen: A Novel Study
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Regional Vancouver Island Aboriginal Circle
Description
Young adult novel about teen's move to a reserve when her mother marries an Aboriginal man and the challenges she faces as she tries to adjust to the new way life and community. Recommended for Grades 8 and 9.
Why Bluejay Hops
Alternate Title
Why Blue Jay Hops
The Indian Reading Series: Stories and Legends of the Northwest ; Level 1, Book 6
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Coast Area Planning Committee
Description
Children's book retells the Skokomish traditional story. Suitable for use with Grades K-5.
Related Material: Lesson Plan.
Why Treaties Matter: Self-Government in the Dakota and Ojibwe Nations: Educator Guide for Grades 6-12
E-Books
Author/Creator
[Frank Bibeau]
[Priscilla Giddings-Buffalohead]
[Jim L. Jones]
[Jack Judkins]
[Nanette Missaghi]
[Amanda Norman]
[Dennis Olson]
[Ramona Kitto Stately] ... [et al.]
Description
For use with the virtual exhibition Why Treaties Matter.
Women, Contemporary Aboriginal Issues, and Resistance: Tool Kit
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Mount Saint Vincent University
Description
Includes links to three books which follow the lives of three fictional children as they grow into adulthood, fears card, videos of conversations with five prominent Aboriginal women, and additional resource card.
Recommended for ages 14+ and suited for individual study or groups of up to 30.
X’aat: Salmon
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nancy Douglas
Kitty Eddy
Shgen George
Kathy Nielson
Hans Chester ... [et al.]
Description
Science unit also teaches Tlingit vocabulary. Lesson plans intended for Grades K-1.
Accompanying Material: Teacher Resources.
Yaakwx': Canoes
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Nancy Douglas
Kitty Eddy
Shgen George
Kathy Nielson
Hans Chester ... [et al.]
Description
Focuses on Tlingit language and culture. Lesson plan is for Grades 2-3.
Related Material: Teacher Resources.
York Boats & Buffalo Robes: Fur Trade Life at Lower Fort Garry
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Parks Canada
Description
Topics include trade, furs, people at work, supply, pastimes and recipes. Intended as classroom resource for a visit to Lower Fort Garry historic park, but information is general. Due to age of publication, some terminology is out-of-date.
Your Guide to Understanding and Enjoying Pow Wows
Alternate Title
Indian Education For All
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Indian Education Division
Montana Office of Public Instruction
Description
General information about protocol, rules for judging, dancers and dances, songs, drumming, regalia, etc. Suitable for use in classroom.
Yukon First Nations Five: Yukon First Nations Traditional Governance: Teacher's Guide
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
[Yukon Department of Education?]
Description
Topics include: meaning of governance and traditional governance and justice systems, education, economy, technology, health andgovernance and justice systems.
"Revised 2nd edition."
Yukon First Nations Resources for Teachers 2019 / 2020
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Yukon Education
First Nation Initiatives Branch
First Nations Programs and Partnerships Unit (FNPP)
Description
Topics include Yukon First Nations, their territories, languages, and governments, culturally responsive educational practices, working with Elders, and curriculum elaborations.