Social Studies 6 | Saskatchewan Curriculum

(a)	Gather and interpret data from various print and electronic sources, such as graphs, maps, and charts, to illustrate geographic and economic differences among regions in Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean (e.g., mountainous areas: tourism, forestry, and mining; coastal areas: fishing and shipping).
(b)	Suggest reasons for any economic differences among the regions in Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean, and speculate on the effects of those differences.
(c)	Investigate the concept of white privilege, and assess the degree to which it exists within Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean.
(d)	Identify the personal and societal impact of white privilege on individuals and groups within Canada and a selection of countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean.

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Saskatchewan Social Studies 6. Student Edition

Saskatchewan Social Studies 6 has been custom published for Saskatchewan and has been developed by a team of Saskatchewan teachers. At the beginning of each unit, the Essential Question box sets the focus for the unit. The book provides opportunities for hands-on learning and engages students with What Do You Think, More About, Map Skills and Thinking It Through activities. Included are an atlas, a skills section and a glossary.

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• Saskatchewan Social Studies 6. Interactive Whiteboard Pack

• Saskatchewan Social Studies 6. Teacher Resource with DVD

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $98.43

Record posted/updated: August 15, 2020

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Understanding Power and Privilege Through Anti-Oppression: Global Citizenship Education. Module 2

This module aims to address power and privilege within the context of working within and between complex global issues that humans are facing today, such as: charity, justice, solidarity, power and privilege, anti-oppression, anti-racism, decolonization, the root causes of poverty and environmental sustainability.

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Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019

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Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 6: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies

Students investigate and understand the meaning of and relationship between authority and power, influence and force. They examine this concept from a personal perspective and then extend their understanding to Canada and countries bordering the Atlantic Ocean. Students examine the characteristics and traits of leadership beginning with the individual and then extend their understandings to the structure of organizations, both nationally and internationally.

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Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019

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There's More to Poverty Than Meets the Eye: Building Engaged Citizens for Poverty Reduction and Community Well-Being

The goals of this resource are to support and enrich curriculum areas related to social compassion and responsibility, interdependence, justice, human dignity and equitable distribution of power and wealth. This resource will help students: develop a sense of identity and their roles within their communities; begin to understand the root causes of poverty; begin to understand the relationship between poverty and health; be able to discuss poverty in relation to the other social determinants of health; develop self-esteem and confidence by becoming active participants in an interdependent world; develop respect for the rights, needs and dignity of others; foster cooperation and work collectively toward a common goal and develop problem-solving and decision-making skills.

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Price : Free

Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019

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Choose Your Voice: Antisemitism in Canada

Choose Your Voice is an antiracism and antisemitism education program that was originally distributed to all schools across Canada. The kit, consisting of a teacher's guide, DVD and poster, provides activities to help students understand the dangers of hatred and stereotypes, and to find their own voices to combat them.
The components of the kit are available for ordering or download at www.chooseyourvoice.ca

Media and Formats : Book CD/DVD

Price : Free

Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024

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Culture Quest. Student Book: Exploring World Cultures

This resource explores cultures from around the world and helps students understand the role that culture plays in our lives. Topics discussed in the text include: Environment and Culture, Elements of Culture and Expressions of Culture.

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• Culture Quest. Teacher's Resource: Exploring World Cultures

Media and Formats : Book

Price : $93.95

Record posted/updated: August 27, 2020

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Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity

This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD).

Content includes:

Gender and Sexual Diversity
First Nations and Métis Ways of Knowing
Assumptions, Privilege and Oppression
Comprehensive School Community Health (CSCH)
CSCH Approach to Creating Inclusive Schools

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Price : Free

Record posted/updated: December 10, 2025