Social Studies 1
DR1.2
Describe kinship patterns of the past and present and describe according to traditional teachings (e.g., Medicine Wheel teachings).
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) |
Retell family stories that identify how family structures have changed over time. |
| (b) |
Recognize the stages of life, and that some cultures associate the stages with the teachings of the Medicine Wheel (e.g., the four directions of the Medicine Wheel correspond with the stages of life: south – infancy and childhood, west – adolescence, north – adulthood, and east – old age/death). |
| (c) |
Describe the functions served by various family relationships by comparing family and kinship structures within the classroom (e.g., What makes all families special? What are the benefits of living in a family? What are the roles of family members? What contributions are made by each member of the family?). |
| (d) |
Identify people who are connected to the basic family group through hereditary or cultural family relationships (e.g., grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, other significant adults). |
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R049023
Better That Way
Written for her eight-year-old son, Bouvier writes a poem about growing up. She draws upon her own learning from her grandparents, parents, and other individuals that crossed her life. The values that Bouvier learned are captured in the poem, and she reminds us that we should practise those values daily.
Included with the book is a CD with an English and Michif narration of the poem.
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Book
CD/DVD
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unavailable
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R053242
A Mother's Earth
This award-winning series, produced in Cree, English and French, uses stop-motion animation to portray life in a fictional northern Saskatchewan community. It focuses on issues and events in the lives of children and their supportive families in this traditional Cree community. The adults guide the children to retain their traditional culture and values while living in the modern world. In this episode, six year old Raven must write a report on identity, describing who she thinks she is. Thro...
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Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R004153
Treaty Tales Series
The Treaty Tales series consists of three books for children that explain the history and symbolism of treaties. Since these books were published in Manitoba, the text occasionally refers to Manitoba and the Anishinabe as examples, but the principles of the content apply to all Canadians.
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The Friendship
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The Handshake and the Pipe
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We Are All Treaty People
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Book
Price :
$59.95 (set of 3 books)
Record posted/updated:
May 21, 2021
R050666
A Journey Through the Circle of Life
Cheyenne's pépère teaches her to plant a tree every year to honour Mother Nature and to respect the circle of life. At first, Cheyenne is sad when Pépère passes away, but Cheyenne realizes that Pépère's teachings will live long after he no longer walks the earth.
This book highlights the importance of looking ahead to and planning for what we leave our grandchildren and the generations to follow.
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Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R029559
A Prairie Alphabet
Writer Jo Bannatyne-Cugnet offers an alphabetical look at various aspects of rural prairie life. Moore's paintings provide visual information about seasonal changes, farm activities, family gatherings and children's interests. In each picture, viewers will be able to locate numerous objects beginning with a particular letter. Concluding pages offer notes that name the objects and provide a brief description of each painting.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$9.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R054241
Nelson Literacy 1
This major integrated resource for English language arts provides support for the three curriculum goals: comprehend and respond, compose and create and assess and reflect on language abilities. It also addresses the six strands: viewing, listening, reading, representing, speaking and writing.
Included in the resource is a variety of formats to support resource-based learning. Instructional strategies are explained and differentiating instruction is included to assist teachers with the dive...
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Energy in the Environment
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Cross-Curricular Kit. The Needs of Living Things
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Energy in Our Lives
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Guided Reading Kit. The Needs of Living Things
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Energy in Our Lives
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Materials and Objects
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. My World
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Relationships, Rules, and Responsibilities
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. Seasons
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Nelson Literacy 1. Single Copy Set. The Needs of Living Things
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Book
Kit
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unavailable
Record posted/updated:
October 13, 2019
R048515
Niwechihaw/I Help
Told in Cree and English, the story explores the relationship between a young boy and his grandmother (Kôhkum). The two prepare to take a walk in the woods to pick rosehips. The young boy follows his grandmother as she walks, listens, picks, prays and eats. By mimicking her actions, the young boy is learning the cultural traditions and values of his Cree heritage. Included at the back of the book is a recipe to make rosehip tea.
Teachers may consider bringing an Elder into the classroom to d...
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Book
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R007671
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 1: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students will examine actions and practices that contribute to peace and order. They will learn about the rules that bring order to society and the governance structures that create those rules. Students will discover how rules are made and the processes for changing rules. Students examine the various levels of government to understand the responsibilities of different governments and understand the decision making process. Students will continue to learn about respect for themselves, others...
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Book
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 3, 2020
R101982
Taanishi Books - Emergent Reader Series
This series of books explores a variety of themes in Métis culture. The books are written at guided reading levels A to I, with each theme containing one book at a lower, middle and higher reading level. Themes explored in the set are: Métis Beadwork, Métis Clothing, Métis Dance, Métis Food, Métis Identity, Métis Music, Métis Symbols and Celebrations and Métis Traditional Storytelling. Each book contains colourful photographs and begins with a Cultural Connections text box that provides backg...
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Métis Beadwork. Can You See Flowers? (6 pack)
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Métis Beadwork. I Spy Flower Beadwork (6 pack)
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Métis Beadwork. Maria Beads a Flower (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. All About the Sash (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. The Sash (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. Time to Dance (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. Dancing Shapes (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. Métis Dance Shapes (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. The Métis Star Dance (6 pack)
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Métis Food - What Do You Like on Your Beignes? (6 pack)
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Métis Food - What's for Lunch? (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Bang! Beigne! (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Making Beignes with Kohkum (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Rababoo Stew for Lunch (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Yummy, Yummy in My Tummy (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. Back to Batoche Days (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. Batoche Cheerleader (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. We Are Métis! (6 pack)
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Métis Music. Andy Learns to Fiddle (6 pack)
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Métis Music. Squeak Squawk! (6 pack)
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Métis Music. The Fiddle Competition (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols & Celebrations. Let's Make a Métis Flag Pin (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols & Celebrations. Where is the Métis Flag? (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols and Celebrations. High in the Sky (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Do You Believe in Roogaroos? (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Is There a Roogaroo in You? (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Where's the Roogaroo? (6 pack)
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Taanishi Books. Library Pack
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Book
Kit
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unavailable
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R100169
Aboriginal Storytelling Carpet (6' round)
This colourful carpet provides many opportunities to introduce students to the culture and history of Canada's First Nations peoples. Symbols such as Mother Earth's 13 moons, the Medicine Wheel, the Métis infinity flag and an inuksuk can be used to spark discussions that could include: the history and meanings of these symbols, the relationship of First Nations peoples to the land and their legends and folklore. A short paperback guide accompanies the carpet and provides teaching suggestions ...
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Other
Price :
$299.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R100439
Circle of Life Set 2. Single Copy Set
The Circle of Life series contains stories that present First Nations cultures, traditional knowledge and worldviews. The 11 student books in Set 2 support guided reading levels F-I. Titles in the starter pack include: My Drum, The Sweat Lodge and Berry Picking with Nokomis. Additional copies of each student book may be purchased in packages of 6.
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Circle of Life Set 2. Berry Picking with Nokomis (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Corn Soup (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Frogs for Supper (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Getting Ready for the Feast (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Making Bannock (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. My Drum (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Nokomis and I Go to Town (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Sharing (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. Teacher eSupport DVD
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Circle of Life Set 2. The Gift of Water (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. The Sweat Lodge (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 2. To the Arena (6-pack)
Media and Formats :
Book
Kit
Price :
$87.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R054531
Solomon's Tree
On the West Coast of Canada, Solomon has developed a special relationship with a large maple tree in his yard. Through the tree, Solomon has learned many things about the life of insects, plants and animals. After a fierce storm topples the maple, Solomon's uncle leads him through the process of creating a mask, which brings to life all of the things that were special to Solomon. Students will appreciate Solomon, his family, the respect there is for the natural environment and how art is a pa...
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Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R070603
Let's Eat!: What Children Eat Around the World
Jamie Oliver introduces Let's Eat! as a means for students to learn about five countries in the world through food. One meal is described from each country as well as a special day in each child's life, such as a festival or mushrooming.
There is one recipe from each country at the end of the book. The students will have fun smelling, touching, tasting and laughing as they try out the recipes.
Included are a table of contents, recipes and a glossary.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R039807
Mom and Mum Are Getting Married!
Refreshing, sensitive, colourful, fair, engaging and inclusive are just a few of the words that can be used to describe this story about same-sex marriage. With love and affection, Rosie, the young daughter, describes the excitement of planning and taking part in the wedding between her two moms. The text and illustrations portray a loving family where diversity is accepted.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$14.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R100442
Circle of Life Set 1. Single Copy Set
The Circle of Life series contains stories that present First Nations cultures, traditional knowledge and worldviews. The 11 student books in Set 1 support guided reading levels A-E. Titles in the starter pack include: Getting Ready for the Powwow, Why Do You Smudge, Mishoomis? and At Home in the Bush. Additional copies of each student book may be purchased in packages of 6.
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Circle of Life Set 1. At Home in the Bush (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Can You Give Me My Name? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Four Colours, Four Hands (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Getting Ready for the Powwow (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. I Can Sing (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. In the Light of Grandmother Moon (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. My Bustle (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Teacher eSupport DVD
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Circle of Life Set 1. The Six Clans (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Where are Grandma and Grandpa? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Where is My Moccasin? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Why Do You Smudge, Mishoomis? (6-pack)
Media and Formats :
Book
Kit
Price :
$87.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R070580
Taking Care of Mother Earth
Charlie likes to help his grandmother, who tells stories while they work. While being reminded to turn off the water tap, Grandma describes how everything around us is connected to water. Children will benefit from Grandma's wisdom as they learn to take care of Mother Earth.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$10.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R100145
Relatives With Roots: A Story About Métis Women's Connection to the Land: Lii Peraantii avik la Rasin. Eñ Nistwaar Taanishi lii Faam di Michif E'ishi Kisheyitakik li Tayraeñ
A Métis grandmother teaches her granddaughter about how the Métis people use plants for food and medicine by taking her out into the bush. The granddaughter learns about cultural traditions and how important it is to be grateful for the land and all the gifts it provides.
Media and Formats :
Book
CD/DVD
Price :
$15.50
Record posted/updated:
March 11, 2020
R001692
Askî and Friends: Help Me Tell My Story
These digital storybooks were developed as part of the Help Me Tell My Story early childhood oral language assessment. The assessment is unique in many ways and it is grounded in First Nations and Métis holistic perspectives on learning. All of the stories incorporate traditional beliefs and perspectives and are available in five languages: Cree, Dene, Michif, English and French. The four storybooks focus on Askî, his three friends Nipi, Kon and Tate and their lives around the pond. The stori...
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Askî and Turtle Island
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Askî's Family Scrapbook
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Kon and the Circle of Life
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Nipi and Mother Earth
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Tate and the Flyers
Media and Formats :
Book
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 20, 2023
R001830
Nipi and Mother Earth
Nipi explains how important it is to look after Mother Earth and each other.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R003260
Tate and the Flyers
Tate talks about the importance of the pond and how he and other flyers meet there to hear and to share stories.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R048444
Under One Sun Grade 1. Complete Classroom Set
With content created by Indigenous artists and illustrators, the Under One Sun series draws upon Indigenous culture, perspectives and experiences to explore the themes of identity, our connection to Mother Earth and relationships within families and communities. The Grade 1 complete classroom set includes a teacher's resource and 6 copies each of 6 student books at guided reading levels C-H. Additional resources to support the series are available through the Online Teaching Centre.
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Under One Sun Grade 1. At Home and at School
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Under One Sun Grade 1. Guided Reading Classroom Set
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Under One Sun Grade 1. Guided Reading Single Copy Set
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Under One Sun Grade 1. I Do Good Things
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Under One Sun Grade 1. Long Ago and Today
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Under One Sun Grade 1. Print Teacher's Resource
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Under One Sun Grade 1. Teacher Resource Set
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Under One Sun Grade 1. We Help Each Other
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Under One Sun Grade 1. What Do You Share?
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Under One Sun Grade 1. What Does Mother Earth Share?
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
$403.50
Record posted/updated:
October 7, 2020
R104223
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 1
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandmother, What is a Sharing Circle?
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
June 30, 2021
R008675
3 Cool Facts About Teepees with Cottonball
In this short video, Cottonball visits FortWhyte Alive in Winnipeg and learns 3 interesting facts about teepees from her new friend, Sara.
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 24, 2019
R104225
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 2
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About Wild Rice
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Eagle Feather
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Igloo
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Inukshuk
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Totem Pole
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Our Elders
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Regalia
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Four Sacred Medicines
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Star Blanket
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 2022
R104226
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 3
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About Sage
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Grandfather, Tell Us About Traditional Tobacco
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Birch Bark Canoe
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Bison
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Sacred Pipe
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Cedar
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Sweetgrass
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 2022
R007928
Louis Says Series
Louis Says is a Canadian animated video series that teaches the importance of helping in the community, respecting Elders and being responsible. In each episode, Louis gives Randy, a six-year-old boy, a task to complete, such as bringing a gift to a sick boy. Because Louis speaks mostly Cree and Randy speaks mostly English, Randy learns some new Cree words but often tries to complete his task before he fully understands what he's been told. In the end, Randy learns to help others and also lea...
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 1. Garlic Bulbs Go Off/ More Feathers
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 2. I Got You Covered/ Pets Rock
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 3. Fun with Flags/ How to Train Your Osky
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 4. Magnifying Trouble/ Squirrel Food
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 5. Pizza Mania/ Mrs. Charles' Treasure
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 6. Competing Ideas/ Don't Rain on Mrs. Charles Parade
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 7. Gourmet Cat/ Some Kind of Lake Monster
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 8. Giant Painting/ Going Around the Bushes
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
October 20, 2021
R104227
Grandmother / Grandfather Tribe Book Set
A set of 10 colourful board books describing important historical aspects of life and culture of different Indigenous peoples.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Algonquin People of Long Ago
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Inuit People of Long Ago
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Iroquois People of Long Ago
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Ojibwe People of Long Ago
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Haida People of Long Ago
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Mi'kmaq People of Long Ago
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Métis People of Long Ago
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Sioux People of Long Ago
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 2022
R019941
Thunder Boy Jr.
This illustrated book explores the concept of identity as Thunder Boy Jr. wishes for a unique name of his own, different from his father’s and based on his experiences, skills, traits, passions, and dreams. Just when Thunder Boy Jr. thinks all hope is lost of receiving a suitable name, his dad chooses the perfect name. Although the book connects to the importance of naming ceremonies or rituals, that aspect is not explained.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R102917
Thanks to the Animals
Set in the past, this illustrated book tells the traditional story of a First Nations family's seasonal migration. While relocating, the youngest member is separated from the family and protected from the cold by animals until his father finds him. At the end of the book are some words in the Passamaquoddy language and a QR code to an audio recording of the story in the Passamaquoddy language. There are numerous cultural aspects addressed in this book.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$17.95
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022