Social Studies 7
Power and Authority
Outcomes
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| Compare the sources of power for individuals, nations, and regions in a selection of Pacific Rim and circumpolar countries. |
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| Investigate the structures and processes of democratic government in Canada. |
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| Compare the strengths and weaknesses of oligarchy, dictatorship, and democracy as systems of government. |
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R054549
Saskatchewan Social Studies 7. Student Edition
Saskatchewan Social Studies 7 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 7. Teacher Resource with DVD
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$98.43
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R049764
When Elephants Fight: The Lives of Children in Conflict in Afghanistan, Bosnia, Sri Lanka, Sudan and Uganda
Five young people tell their stories about war. In the introduction, Kim Phuc talks about her experience as a child during the Vietnam War.
The countries included are Uganda, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sudan, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Each story opens with the young person surviving in the midst of the conflict and includes the history of the country, the conflict and a key point related to the story, such as child soldiers. At the end of each story is a brief description of what each person is doing now. For example, Annu leaves Sri Lanka and immigrates to Canada.
The countries included are Uganda, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sudan, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Each story opens with the young person surviving in the midst of the conflict and includes the history of the country, the conflict and a key point related to the story, such as child soldiers. At the end of each story is a brief description of what each person is doing now. For example, Annu leaves Sri Lanka and immigrates to Canada.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053346
Every Human Has Rights: A Photographic Declaration for Kids
Eleanor Roosevelt chaired a committee that determined rights for every citizen in every country. Since 1948, these rights declare that every human is entitled to freedom, fair government, freedom to come and go and to associate with others and the right to free expression.
In the foreword, Mary Robinson writes about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, what it means and how we struggle to achieve true freedom for all people. She reminds us that change does not occur by reading a book; rather, action is required.
The rights in the book are accompanied by photographs. Youth are encouraged to write a poem, short essay or paragraph describing what the right means to them. The book includes an index and the full Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
In the foreword, Mary Robinson writes about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, what it means and how we struggle to achieve true freedom for all people. She reminds us that change does not occur by reading a book; rather, action is required.
The rights in the book are accompanied by photographs. Youth are encouraged to write a poem, short essay or paragraph describing what the right means to them. The book includes an index and the full Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R100772
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.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R045970
Young Stars. India's Working Children Speak Out
In Bangalore, India, thousands of children work in unsafe conditions. This program tells the story of Akbar Ameerjhan, a young man who leads the Bangalore children's union, Yelenakshatra (Young Stars). The program descibes how India's working children are speaking out to improve working conditions and to improve their lives.
A study guide is included.
A study guide is included.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$49.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R072122
Prayer of Peace: Relief and Resistance in Burma's War Zone
This video discusses the Karen people and their struggle for survival in Burma. Over one million Karen villagers fight to stay alive inside Burma. Filmmaker Matt Blauer illegally crosses the border seven times as he assists aid workers. He interviews a nurse who is devoted to helping escapees following the death of her parents. Blauer also interview a pastor/cameraman, who documents human rights abuses. There are subtitles for when the Karen language is spoken.
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Prayer of Peace. This is Our Home: Standing for Freedom in Burma
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
$24.95 USD (For a DVD copy)
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2021
R051628
The Middle East
The book is divided into two parts: Chapter 1 looks at the people and places of the Middle East and Chapter 2 examines modern countries. Past civilizations and world empires are discussed. Included are inventions, trade and resources, people, land and climate. The second half of the book looks at sixteen countries in the Middle East today. Each two-page spread includes information on the history of the country and modern times. There is a summary at the end of each chapter and suggestions for further research.
The book includes photographs, maps, a table of contents, references, a glossary and an index.
The book includes photographs, maps, a table of contents, references, a glossary and an index.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$11.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R026242
The History of Treaties in Canada
The program explains the origins of treaties in Canada and how these documents continue to shape the relationships of First Nations with the Government of Canada today. Topics discussed include: the creation of reserves, land rights issues, the spirit and intent of treaties, the development of legislation and the creation of residential schools. A teacher's guide is available to accompany the DVD.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$159.00
Record posted/updated:
August 15, 2020
R035464
Teaching Treaties in the Classroom
The Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC) has developed a treaty information kit for use in Saskatchewan schools. The kit features educational resource materials that include curriculum supplements, videos and books about the history of treaties. The individual pieces show both First Nations and European perspectives about the treaty relationship. Information on treaty topics range from the precontact history of First Nations people, first contact issues, the relevance of the past to the contemporary situation and what is happening within the present treaty relationship.
The OTC provides inservice training for teachers in use of the kit.
The kit was provided to every school in the province.
The OTC provides inservice training for teachers in use of the kit.
The kit was provided to every school in the province.
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Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
$350.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R101814
Feeding a Growing World: Exploring Saskatchewan's Role in Global Food Security
Feeding a Growing World is a multimedia resource designed to complement the November 6, 2014 event: Agriculture in the Classroom Presents: Exploring Saskatchewan's Role in Global Food Security with Craig Keilburger. Using an inquiry approach, this resource supports students as they investigate the question: How might Saskatchewan agriculture contribute to global food security for 9 billion people? The resource consists of a teacher's manual (including lesson plans, outcomes, assessments, and student handouts); a four-part video; a SMART board interactive game; a student slideshow to assist in the inquiry process; and information sheets on six branches of study.
An information package for the event, including further information about the components of Feeding a Growing World, as well as the learning outcomes for the resource are both available for download.
An information package for the event, including further information about the components of Feeding a Growing World, as well as the learning outcomes for the resource are both available for download.
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Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R051844
This Is My World Series
This video series describes how children around the world live. Over one billion children live in poverty and in conditions that are very different from those in Canada. The young people in the programs face issues such as pollution, water shortage, exploitation and unusual marriage customs. A teacher's guide for the series is available.
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Edi's Story. Indonesia
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Faozan's Story. Indonesia
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Jessica's Story. Philippines
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La Mu's Story. China
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Rani's Story. India
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Robin's Story. Indonesia
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Ruth's Story. Philippines
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Sangeeta's Story. India
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Sanjay's Story. India
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Yunjie's Story. China
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$510.00 (Full series)
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2021
R054543
Saskatchewan 1905-2005 Guide for Teachers
Developed by the Western Development Museum, this teacher resource offers lesson plans, Saskatchewan fast facts, materials lists and suggested additional resources. There are 25 Saskatchewan themes and 100 lesson plans. Topics contained in the resource include rural electrification, immigration, First Nations and Métis farming and health care. Some of the lessons plans have been translated into French and Cree.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$32.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R054407
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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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 3, 2019
R049287
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Grade 7 Lesson Plans
These lessons could be used to support students as they work to achieve outcomes PA7.1 and PA7.2 of the Saskatchewan Social Studies 7 curriculum.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R049742
Not a Drop to Drink: Water for a Thirsty World
Water not only replenishes the human body, it provides habitat for freshwater and saltwater life forms, as well as a source of energy. Water available for human consumption is threatened by pollution, overuse and is not evenly distributed throughout the world. For some, it is a daily struggle to find water to drink. Scientific research on water indicates the effect of global warming and the ability to grow food and to create solutions for the world's water needs.
This book includes a number of photographs, a watershed map, a timeline of water-related milestones, an illustration of the water cycle and graphs. Both Imperial and Metric measurements are included.
Included in the book is a table of contents, a glossary, suggestions for further reading and an index.
This book includes a number of photographs, a watershed map, a timeline of water-related milestones, an illustration of the water cycle and graphs. Both Imperial and Metric measurements are included.
Included in the book is a table of contents, a glossary, suggestions for further reading and an index.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.00
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R049799
Residential Schools. Truth and Reconciliation in Canada (Educator's Package)
This DVD provides an overview of residential schools - from the historical events that led to their creation, up to their closure, the Government of Canada's official apology and the report and Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Bonus footage and a PDF resource guide are included on the DVD.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
$129.00
Record posted/updated:
August 15, 2020
R049290
One Peace: True Stories of Young Activists
Through the voices of young people who have made a difference, the youth in this book work to promote world peace. The storytellers in the book come from different parts of the world and an event in each their lives has caused them to become activists. Each story includes photographs, illustrations, fact boxes, Did You Know sections and a poem about peace.
Included in the book is the story of Craig Kielburger, who was 12 when he formed Free the Children.
Included in the book is the story of Craig Kielburger, who was 12 when he formed Free the Children.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$19.95
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R019211
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 7: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students begin to investigate and understand the various types of power and governance within their own country at the local, regional, provincial, national and global levels. As the understanding of the levels of power that govern Canada develop, students compare and contrast those structures and processes with countries operating within Pacific Rim and circumpolar regions that do not operate as democracies.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 21, 2019
R050646
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
R054659
Concentus Citizenship Education Foundation
The Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission, through the Concentus Citizenship Education Foundation, has created a website that provides classroom resources to support the teaching of citizenship competencies from Grades K-12. Lesson plans may either be viewed online or downloaded as PDFs. To access these resources, educators only need to sign up and create an account through the website's Teacher Portal. If teachers experience any difficulties signing up, they are welcome to contact info@concentus.ca for help in creating an account.
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Media and Formats :
Website
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 22, 2019
R054328
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
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
R053337
SCIC Comic Series
The Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation (SCIC) developed a series of comics centering around each Millennium Development Goal (MDG). In 2000, the world leaders agreed to a set time measured by goals and targets to combat poverty and hunger, child mortality, maternal health, disease, illiteracy, environmental sustainability, discrimination against women and developing global partnerships. Each issue in this series examines a millennium development goal, provides quick facts on the issue, states the UN targets for each goal and provides suggestions for youth to become involved in making a difference in their community.
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Millennium Development Goal #1: Eradicate Extreme Poverty and Hunger
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Millennium Development Goal #2: Achieve Universal Primary Education
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Millennium Development Goal #3: Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women
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Millennium Development Goal #4: Reduce Child Mortality
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Millennium Development Goal #5: Improve Maternal Health
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Millennium Development Goal #6: Combat HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Other Diseases
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Millennium Development Goal #7: Ensure Environmental Sustainability
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R010769
Time for a Change
This kit explores the histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada and some of the challenges created by the Indian Residential School System and the Indian Act. The need for reconciliation is also explored and the importance to all Canadians of finding their own path to reconciliation. The kit contains 16 student editions and one cross-curricular teacher guide. A link to the publisher’s website offers access to additional supports that include an introductory video, links to age-appropriate content, maps and more.
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Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R003776
Under One Sun Grade 7. Complete Classroom Set
This resource is a kit to support teaching about Indigenous experiences, cultures, and perspectives through contemporary content offered in a blended format to support balanced literacy learning. The teacher guide includes read-aloud selections, lesson plans and digital resources. Access to an online teaching center is available.
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
February 9, 2023
R053615
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). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health and safety needs of staff, students and their families who self-identify as gender and/or sexually diverse; provide practical strategies, suggestions and frequently asked questions to support schools and communities as they work with students to anticipate and overcome challenges related to transphobia, homophobia and heterosexism; acknowledge the shared responsibility of ensuring that all students who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse have the same opportunities for safety, socialization and success in schools; assist educators in planning curricular-based instruction and assessment to meet the unique needs of gender and/or sexually diverse students; and assist school divisions and First Nations and Métis organizations to fulfill their ethical and professional responsibilities to provide safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students regardless of their actual or perceived differences.
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Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 13, 2019