Science K
NSK.1
Explore features of their natural surroundings (e.g., soil, water, landform, and weather conditions), including changes to those surroundings over time.
DM, SI
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) |
Pose questions related to features of their local surroundings such as "Where did the rain water go?", "Why is some snow harder than other snow?", and "Is a grain of sand a rock?" |
| (b) |
Gather and record information about characteristics of their natural surroundings using all of their senses and technologies such as digital cameras, audio recorders, video recorders, and sketchpads. |
| (c) |
Describe and illustrate features of their local surroundings such as soil type and texture, weather conditions (e.g., temperature, wind direction and speed, and humidity), presence of water in various forms and states, and landform types (e.g., grassy, rocky, forested, and cultivated). |
| (d) |
Identify, with guidance, changes in one or more aspects of their natural surroundings over a given time interval (e.g., changes in temperature over a day and a week, changes to a tree over a year, changes in soil in a garden or flower bed over two seasons). |
| (e) |
Suggest ways in which human activities intentionally or unintentionally cause changes to natural surroundings (e.g., building houses, mowing lawns, cutting down trees, planting gardens, damming streams, and digging ditches). |
| (f) |
Respond to and acknowledge the ideas of classmates and others such as traditional knowledge keepers and conservation officers who provide information about our natural surroundings. |
| (g) |
Communicate ideas, actions, experiences, and understandings of patterns and cycles in the natural world with others using charts, displays, videos, stories, or other artistic representations. |
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R051396
Big Bear Hug
A kind-hearted bear is so filled with love and joy that he always hugs everything in sight. One day, however, he is tempted to be violent when he crosses paths with a human who is about to cut down a beautiful old tree. After pausing to reflect, the bear is able to resolve the situation in a non-violent fashion. Simple, cartoon-style illustrations pair with easy-to-read text in this endearing story.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$8.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R051763
Timon and Pumbaa. Safety Smart Goes Green!
In this video program from Disney's Wild About Safety Series, Timon and Pumbaa ensure that the water, land and air around them are safe and clean. Students will explore the Three Rs (reduce, reuse and recycle). They will also learn to conserve water and energy.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$19.98
Record posted/updated:
November 28, 2018
R071130
On Earth
Karas describes Earth and its cycles. He invites young children to travel on the spaceship Earth as the concepts of rotation and revolution are introduced. The Earth is in constant motion as it spins, circles, glides and tilts. Throughout the book, relevant terminology is introduced.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$11.99
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
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
R017955
Focused Study. Characteristics of Plants. Kindergarten
The scope of this study guide includes investigating basic plant structure, what plants need to grow, uses of plants and why they are important, as well as the importance of native plants.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
January 25, 2019
R018664
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Kindergarten: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
This unit supports students in understanding what it means to be engaged and lifelong learning citizens. Students will consider the relationship between rights and responsibilities that bring order to society. Students will work to understand the varying impacts that rules have on people. As students strive to understand that, they will also work to understand the underlying purpose behind the rule.
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 3, 2020
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.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R054006
Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms
Fletcher loves everything about springtime. As Fletcher celebrates spring in the orchard, he sees "snow" on the ground. He tells the birds to fly back south and the rest of the animals that spring has not yet arrived. In the orchard, the bunnies see the "snow" and let all the animals in on the secret of the snow. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written by Julia Rawlinson and illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R071112
Eaglecrest Early Readers Series
This set of information texts offers stories that reflect firsthand experiences of British Columbia First Nations children in cultural activities and in their routine activities at home and school. Although designed for Grade 1 beginning readers, the stories would be of interest to younger children. Colourful photographs complement the simple text.
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A Bunny to Love. Level 16
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A Gift for Kohkum. Level 20
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Alysha's Flat Tire. Level 6
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Animals at the Fair. Level 6
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Anthony's New Glasses. Level 11
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At the Beach. Level 1
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At the Park. Level 14
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Best Friends. Level 13
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Big and Little. Level 2
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Bonkers is Hungry. Level 8
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Chicken's Ride. Level 11
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Choosing a Kitten. Level 17
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Climbing the Apple Tree. Level 19
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Collecting Eggs. Level 16
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Come and Play, Peaches. Level 10
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Crabs for Dinner. Level 11
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Daffodils for You. Level 5
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Dean's Fish. Level 15
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Dennis Rides His Bike. Level 12
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Dorian's Cast. Level 21
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Dorothy's Mittens. Level 7
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Everett Rides His Horse. Level 9
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Fluffy's Accident. Level 8
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Fun on the Sled. Level 10
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Going Camping. Level 14
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Going Outside. Level 1
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Going to the Store. Level 8
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Gonzo is Missing. Level 20
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Helping Grandma. Level 8
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Helping with Baby. Level 7
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Here Comes the Bus. Level 3
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Holly's Surprise. Level 3
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Hope's Necklace. Level 18
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Hot Moose Stew. Level 12
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Hungry Red Fox. Level 8
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I Like to Read. Level 2
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In The Forest. Level 2
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Lost and Found. Level 13
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Louie's Hat. Level 3
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My Big Brother. Level 2
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My Buddy. Level 2
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My Family. Level 2
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My Grandma. Level 1
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My Grandpa. Level 2
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New Slippers. Level 6
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Picking Blackberries. Level 9
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Picking Flowers. Level 1
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School is Fun. Level 1
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Shona Plays the Fiddle. Level 18
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Skipping Rocks. Level 8
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Snack Time. Level 1
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Spear Fishing with Dad. Level 15
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Stuck in the Tree. Level 7
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Summer Adventure. Level 19
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The Basketball Game. Level 20
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The Best Bread. Level 10
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The Big Puddle. Level 4
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The Dog Sled Ride. Level 16
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The Dream Catcher. Level 12
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The Eagle. Level 4
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The Enormous Rock. Level 17
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The Fishing Trip. Level 6
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The Frog. Level 4
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The Hawk Drum. Level 4
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The Hungry Pony. Level 3
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The Lemonade Stand. Level 15
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The Lost Necklace. Level 7
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The New Boats. Level 13
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The Picnic. Level 6
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The Powwow. Level 16
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The Raven Necklace. Level 5
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The Raven. Level 2
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The Sleepover Party. Level 15
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The Tree Fort. Level 9
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The Water Slides. Level 5
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Time to Play Soccer. Level 14
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Tree Fort Adventure. Level 11
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Water Toys. Level 3
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Where is Fluffy? Level 5
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Wilson's Canoe Ride. Level 10
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
\$6.75 each bk. / \$39.00 set of 6 / \$330.00 set of 50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R053288
National Geographic Science K Series
This series of modular kits allows students to build skills to ensure a complete understanding of the nature of science. The process skills and the nature of science work together to help students think and act like scientists. In kindergarten, students will develop their process skill of observation. Through the nature of science, kindergarten students will learn that science knowledge is based on evidence and that science knowledge can change based upon new evidence.
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Earth Science. Assessment Handbook
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night in the City
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night in the Woods
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. Day and Night on a Farm
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. People Play in All Kinds of Weather
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. People Travel in All Kinds of Weather
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Earth Science. Become an Expert. People Work in All Kinds of Weather
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Earth Science. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Earth Science. Day and Night. Big Ideas Big Book
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Earth Science. Day and Night/Weather and Seasons. Classroom Set
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Earth Science. Day and Night/Weather and Seasons. Science Inquiry Big Book
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Bright At Night
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Daytime and Nighttime
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Weather Fun
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Weather on a Trip
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. What Does It Look Like?
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Earth Science. Explore on Your Own. Working in Snowy Weather
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Earth Science. Learning Masters
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Earth Science. Teacher's Edition
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Earth Science. Weather and Seasons. Big Ideas Big Book
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Earth Science. Weather and Seasons. Write About Earth Science. Summer is the Best! Big Book
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Physical Science. Assessment Handbook
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Animals Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Objects at a Fair
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Objects at a Park
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Objects at a Party
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. People Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Become an Expert. Vehicles Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Big Ideas and Vocabulary Cards
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Onw. Push and Pull Faces
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Pack a Picnic
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Pizza Party
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. Toys to Push and Pull
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. What Can Pull Wagons?
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Physical Science. Explore on Your Own. What is Red?
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Physical Science. How Things Move. Big Ideas Big Book
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Physical Science. How Things Move. Write About Physical Science. How to Make Maracas Big Book
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Physical Science. How Things Move/Observing Objects. Science Inquiry Big Book
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Physical Science. Learning Masters
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Physical Science. Observing Objects. Big Ideas Big Book
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Physical Science. Observing Objects/How Things Move. Classroom Set
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Physical Science. Teacher's Edition
Media and Formats :
Book
Kit
Price :
unavailable
Record posted/updated:
January 25, 2019
R054524
The Curious Garden
In this animated video, Liam lives in a city that is dark and grey. While exploring one day, Liam discovers a stairwell that leads to old railroad tracks. Among the tracks is a patch of dying wildflowers. Liam decides to take care of the garden. He learns to water and prune the plants. As the garden starts to spread, the city is transformed into a colourful and green world. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written and illustrated by Peter Brown.
A teacher's guide is available.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Video
Price :
$59.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
December 3, 2021
R053287
Looking Closely Series
This series allows students to observe their natural environment. Each book examines a habitat. Within the habitat are animals, plants and objects. The book allows students to look closely at one part of each object, animal or plant and observe what they see. Students flip over a page to see the whole object, animal or plant with a detailed description.
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Looking Closely Across the Desert
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Looking Closely Along the Shore
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Looking Closely Around the Pond
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Looking Closely Inside the Garden
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Looking Closely Through the Forest
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$16.95
Record posted/updated:
October 12, 2019
R054123
Yucky Worms
On a visit to his grandmother, a young boy is revolted by the "yucky" worms that are dug up in the garden. The boy changes his mind when he discovers how interesting worms can be and how they help the soil, plants and animals around the garden. This video is enhanced with appealing artwork and the witty remarks of the many worms who comment on all the action. A special segment titled, How To Be A Wormologist includes interesting garden experiments. This video is an adaptation of the picture b...
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Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$34.95
Record posted/updated:
December 8, 2018
R071140
On the Way to the Beach
Students use their observation skills as a young girl takes a walk to the beach. On her way to the beach, she passes through four habitats: the woods, the salt marsh, the dunes and the beach. There is a two-page spread that illustrates each habitat. Children open the flap to discover the animals and plants that live in the habitat. As a suggested activity, children are encouraged to find a place to sit, watch and listen to discover what lives in their natural surroundings.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$21.00
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R051727
Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!
In this animated adaptation of the picture book by Bob Barner, many bugs come to life through verse, collage images, and rap-style music. We see spiders, grasshoppers, bees, ants, and beetles and learn the stages of the life cycle of a butterfly.
Media and Formats :
CD/DVD
Price :
$95.00
Record posted/updated:
July 2, 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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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
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
R037470
Nipêhon = I Wait
This picture book is written in Cree using standard roman orthography and syllabics as well as English. It tells the story of grandmother, mother and daughter who walk to the field, pray and gather yarrow. At the end of the book is a recipe for yarrow tea. This book offers a way to discuss cultural traditions.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$39.95
Record posted/updated:
January 7, 2022