Social Studies 7
Resources and Wealth
Outcomes
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| Explain the role of barter, trade, and sharing in traditional economies in Canada and the circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries. |
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| Investigate the influence of resources upon economic conditions of peoples in circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries. |
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| Assess the ecological stewardship of economies of Canada and the circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries. |
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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
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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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Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R052504
The Chinese Thought of It: Amazing Inventions and Innovations
The Chinese people used the resources around them to improve their lives. Travel and trade were facilitated with the development of the paddleboat. The dragon-spine water lift allowed the Chinese to move water from the river to a field or reservoir. The Chinese were among the first to invent processes for working with metal. Health and healing practices, such as inoculations, are believed to be used as early as the 10th century CE.
The book includes photographs, illustrations, a table of contents, a note on the symbols used in the book and an index.
The book includes photographs, illustrations, a table of contents, a note on the symbols used in the book and an index.
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Book
Price :
$9.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R072187
The Land is Our Storybook Series
This series examines living in the far north. Each young author resides in the north and the stories are based on their experiences. Students learn about living off the land from members of the community and learn to embrace the modern world and hold onto their northern traditions and culture. Each story includes terms in a northern language, such as Gwichya Gwiich'in. Each book includes "All the Details" which provides brief explanations for the terms.
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Come and Learn with Me = Éwo,séh Kedidih
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The Caribou Feed Our Soul = ?étthén bet à dághíddá
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The Delta is My Home = Ehdiitat shanankat t'agoonch'uu = Uvanga Nunatarmuitmi aimayuaqtunga
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Book
Price :
$16.95 ea.
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R052964
Belly Up: Salmon in Peril
This video examines the salmon industry. The Heiltsuk and Nuxalk First Nations communities consider themselves "The Salmon People." Salmon provides sustenance, income and ceremonial use. This way of life is threatened by salmon farming and logging practices. Large international corporations set up salmon farms without consulting the First Nations. Both the Heiltsuk and Nuxalk have protested salmon farming and the clear-cut logging practices taking place in ancestral territories.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 10, 2019
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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Book
Price :
$11.50
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R053349
Healing Our World: Inside Doctors Without Borders
After completing university, David Morley did not know what his next step would be in his life. A friend approached Morley to join the Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/Doctors without Borders.
This book outlines the history of the organization, its philosophy, and how the organization is able to speak out against injustices to human beings, without fear of reprisal. The MSF go into areas of conflict and into areas hit by catastrophic natural events, such as the tsunami in Asia. Excerpts from Morley's journal provide a glimpse into the struggles the MSF encounter while they provide assistance. Black-and-white photographs supplement the text.
A table of contents and an index are included.
This book outlines the history of the organization, its philosophy, and how the organization is able to speak out against injustices to human beings, without fear of reprisal. The MSF go into areas of conflict and into areas hit by catastrophic natural events, such as the tsunami in Asia. Excerpts from Morley's journal provide a glimpse into the struggles the MSF encounter while they provide assistance. Black-and-white photographs supplement the text.
A table of contents and an index are included.
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Book
Price :
$14.95
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R051838
Three Families in India
Three families, from different regions and social backgrounds, provide insight into life in India. The first, small farmers are farmers near Pondichery. The second family are Muslims in Kanpur, the third family live in Mumbai. India is a country of varying contrasts - poverty, wealth, class systems and traditions and new technologies. Students will observe life as each family provides for their daily needs.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$90.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
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 :
Free
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
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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
R072171
Discovering Canada's Trading Partners
Using a combination of text, photographs, maps, and charts, this resource provides an overview regarding Canada's role in world trade. Topics such as the history of trade, the difference between exports and imports, trade partners, and international trade organizations are examined in short three-or four-page sections. An index and a glossary are included.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$34.95
Record posted/updated:
August 15, 2020
R051840
Three Families in South Africa
Three families, from different regions and social backgrounds, provide insight into life in South Africa. Apartheid ended in 1994 with the first democratic election with people of all races able to vote. Post-apartheid creates a sense of optimism for the country. In reality, many people still experience poverty, violence, AIDS and unemployment. The Mtakati family benefits from the affirmative action measures. The Maxhegwana family resides in a shantytown and struggles to make ends meet.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$90.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R050867
Our World of Water: Children and Water Around the World
This book will help students to explore where water comes from and how it is used by children living in Peru, Mauritania, United States, Ethiopia, Tajikistan and Bangladesh. The author also invites students to discuss the ways different countries and cultures value water.
The book includes photographs, a table of contents, a glossary and brief facts about the countries.
The book includes photographs, a table of contents, a glossary and brief facts about the countries.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$19.99
Record posted/updated:
July 8, 2024
R051839
Three Families in Japan
Three families, from different regions and social backgrounds, provide insight into life in Japan. The first family lives in Fujinomiya and the father is employed in the automobile industry. The second family are farmers, residing in northern Japan, where some of the country's finest rice is grown. The last family lives "the good life" in Fukuoka. Post-war Japan was based on growth, employment, social advancement and technological innovation. Japan has lost some of its international influence to other Asian countries, such as China. Approximately 30 years ago, there was very little difference between economic classes, now cracks are starting to appear. The three families reveal what it means to maintain their standard of living.
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CD/DVD
Price :
$90.00
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
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.
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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
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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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Links :
Website
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
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Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 27, 2020
R054646
Trade Across Time and Cultures Series
Explorers used trade as a way to explore new places and to buy and sell goods. When explorers returned from their travels, they brought back stories of different lands and new goods. This series of books highlights four items of trade. Each book includes key concepts, photographs, sketches, maps and a suggested activity for further research and writing. A table of contents, a glossary and an index are included.
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Trade Across Time and Cultures. Fur
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Trade Across Time and Cultures. Salt
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Trade Across Time and Cultures. Silk
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Trade Across Time and Cultures. Spices
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$135.50 (8-pack)
Record posted/updated:
November 7, 2019
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