10.4.3
Interpret discourse by choosing the appropriate language function.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) predicts what the discourse will be about using background knowledge about subject or from previewing and pre-listening activities directed by the teacher
(b) after hearing/viewing/reading discourse:
  • compiles and organizes details, such as the sequence of events or steps;
  • causes and effects of decisions made by characters;
  • identifies and describes the main character(s), the main problem or the purpose
(c) recognizes and explains language techniques used for effectiveness, such as accompanying songs, clarity of vocabulary chosen using visual representation such as illustrations, graphs, accessories
(d) relates personally to a character or situation in moral stories using a comparison chart or Venn diagram
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R011887
tānisi-kākī-itāhkamikahk piyak-ispathiw. Woodland Cree (TH)
While Jack and Okinis are at home sick, they remember the good times they had last summer. This authentic resource will provide an opportunity for students to test their knowledge and understanding of the Cree language. There is a set of questions to go along with a short description of each image. A reference chart is provided at the back of the book to assist with the pronunciation of the Cree letters. The text is solely in Woodland Cree, “TH” dialect.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $7.00
Record posted/updated: July 16, 2021
R012007
nipostiskīn nipostiskawāw. Woodland Cree (TH)
This short book introduces basic clothing vocabulary and how to use the phrase "I wear...” The Cree alphabet is included, and the text is solely in Woodland Cree, “TH” dialect.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $5.00
Record posted/updated: July 16, 2021
R013640
kiyokēw wāpan. Plains Cree (Y)
Wapan gets bit by okinis dog. This resource is a short illustrated story. A reference chart is provided at the back of the book to assist with the pronunciation of the Cree letters. The text is solely in Plains Cree, "Y” dialect.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $4.50
Record posted/updated: July 16, 2021
R013614
Teaching Cree Through Actions and Pictures. Plains Cree (Y)
Using the Total Physical Response approach to language teaching, this book provides a detailed description of how to do the action for the Cree word that is being taught. It includes samples of Cree grammar in Plains Cree (“Y” dialect).
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $10.00
Record posted/updated: July 16, 2021
R010635
100 Days of Cree
Based on a series of Facebook posts, the 100 short chapters or "days" in the book introduces a chain of related words, addressing both traditional and contemporary topics. It may be used to support developing Cree language skills and relates many words to notions present in Cree culture, explaining how some words are formed. A guide to Cree pronunciation is included. The Y dialect is used in the text. Caution: A few topics within the text may not be deemed appropriate for a school setting.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $24.95
Record posted/updated: July 16, 2021