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What is a core resource? Core Resources
A core resource is a foundational or key resource that complements a curriculum in an especially effective way. It may be a comprehensive resource that broadly addresses several of the student learning outcomes (e.g., a major integrated resource, series, textbook), an in-depth student resource that addresses at least one student learning outcome or a professional resource for educators.
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History 20. World Issues. A Teacher's Activity Guide
The activities in this guide focus on specific concepts and provide instructional assistance for the teacher. The student information sheets provide background information on specific areas of the course. The worksheets provide guided instruction and organization for students working on concept development and application activities.
Media and Formats : Book Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
R009126
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. First Nations
This book contains articles that showcase historical, narrative and sacred stories that reflect the social, political and cultural experiences of First Nations in Canada. The articles highlight the diversity of First Nations peoples, their worldview and their resilience. Stewardship and relationship to the land are prominent themes of the resource. This book is part of the Canadian Geographic Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada series.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: February 10, 2023
R009132
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. Introduction
This atlas includes details on many aspects of the indigenous peoples of Canada, including reference maps, treaties, land claims, language areas, Truth and Reconciliation, contemporary and historical photography, art and a timeline spanning from the 1800s to the present. This book is part of the Canadian Geographic Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada series.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: February 10, 2023
R009131
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. Inuit
This book contains articles that highlight the lives and histories of the Inuit people. Inuit traditions, lifestyles, worldview, environment and history are presented, demonstrating the ingenuity and resilience of the people. In addition, current social, political and economic challenges are discussed. This book is part of the Canadian Geographic Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada series.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: February 10, 2023
R009130
Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. Métis
This book provides information on the development of the Métis nation from the 1600s to current day. It focuses on the distinct identity of the Métis and their sovereignty as a nation. Louis Riel, Gabriel Dumont, the Resistance of 1885 and the preservation of the Michif language are prominent topics in the book. This resource explains government policies that were meant to diminish and destroy the Métis culture and celebrates the resilience and strength of the Métis. This book is part of the ...
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : unavailable
Record posted/updated: February 10, 2023
R103052
Social Studies 20 and History 20. World Issues. A Bibliography (1995)
This bibliography includes a selected listing of learning resources to support the History 20 and Social Studies 20 curricula.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
What are additional resources? Additional Resources
Additional resources also complement the curriculum in an effective way and are of the same variety as core resources. However, where funds are limited, educators are advised to start by purchasing core resources.
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A Deadly Earthquake Devastates Haiti
On January 12, a powerful earthquake strikes Haiti. More than 100,000 people are killed, and about a million others are left homeless. This story looks at Haiti's tragedy, and how Canada and other countries help the survivors.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072084
Adoption. Looking for a Baby Abroad
Every year, for a number of reasons, many Canadians adopt children in foreign countries. International adoptions can provide them with the baby they always wanted, but they can also be expensive and frustrating.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072047
Amanda Lindhout's African Journey
Amanda Lindhout is a young Canadian journalist who is held hostage in Somalia for more than a year. This video follows Lindhout as she returns to Africa to try to provide hope to Somali women.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072066
Burma and the Great Awakening
For 50 years the Southeast Asian country of Burma is ruled by a brutal military dictatorship. The generals have loosened their iron grip and democracy is slowly making a comeback. This video examines these democratic reforms and what they mean for the people who live there.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 18, 2018
R072041
Canada and the Afghanistan Legacy
In July, Canada's combat mission in Afghanistan will come to an end. About 2,000 soldiers stationed in Kandahar will be withdrawn and about 1,000 others will stay to train Afghan forces. This video looks at Canada's nine-year combat mission and what it managed to accomplish.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
R072035
Egypt and the Days of Anger
A popular revolt erupts in Egypt. Hundreds of thousands of Egyptians take to the streets to demand the resignation of President Hosni Mubarak. When Mubarak refused, violent clashes break out and the country descends into a near state of anarchy.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
R072059
Egypt's Revolution One Year Later
It's been a year since a popular revolution toppled the government of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. Many Egyptians remain dissatisfied by the pace of democratic reform. This video examines why so many feel betrayed and asks citizens where they think their country should be going.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 15, 2018
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Exploring Humanitarian Law. Resource Pack for Teachers
Exploring Humanitarian Law provides teachers with the resources to introduce students to the basic principles of international humanitarian law (IHL). The materials in the kit explain how IHL aims to protect life and human dignity during armed conflict and to prevent and reduce the suffering and devastation caused by war. The five modules examine: The Humanitarian Perspective, Limits in Armed Conflict, The Law in Action, Dealing with Violations and Responding to the Consequences of Armed Conf...
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Media and Formats : Kit
Price : Free
Record posted/updated: August 27, 2020
R072051
Healing the Invisible Wounds of War
Canada ends its combat mission in Afghanistan. During the conflict, more than 150 soldiers are killed and thousands of others are wounded, but many former soldiers suffer from the invisible wounds of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). New treatments offer hope to many soldiers suffering from PTSD.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 18, 2018
R071452
How Canadians Are Helping Haiti
In January, the Caribbean country of Haiti is devastated by a powerful earthquake. More than 200,000 people are killed and over a million people are left homeless. Canadians react generously to the calls for help by raising millions of dollars for Haiti relief.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072085
Keeping Up with the Swine Flu
Last Spring the swine or H1N1 flu first arrived in Canada. Thousands became ill, and by the end of the summer 78 people had died. Now a second wave of this pandemic flu bug is sweeping across the country.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 11, 2018
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Landing. Stories from the Cultural Divide
The programs in this series tell the stories of Canadians from diverse backgrounds.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2022
R072042
Libya and the Fall of Gadhafi
Rebel forces seize the Libyan capital of Tripoli and end the 42-year dictatorship of Moammar Gadhafi. The rebels are assisted by air strikes from NATO planes, including some from Canada. This video looks at the Libyan Revolution and examines Canada's role in the conflict.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
R072049
The 9/11 Attacks. Ten Years Later
On September 9, 2001, a group of terrorists carry out a devastating assault on the United States. Two planes crash into the World Trade Center in New York City, another one into the Pentagon in Washington, DC and a fourth one is downed in a field in Pennsylvania. This video discusses the impact of the attacks in the ensuing 10 years.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072032
The Assassination of Rafik Hariri
This video focuses on a CBC investigative documentary that has uncovered information about the assassination of Lebanese political leader Rafik Hariri in 2005. The information in the documentary has potentially explosive implications for that country and the entire Middle East.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
R072055
The Bloodbath in Syria
Hundreds of thousands of people are staging massive protests in the streets of Syria. They are demanding the resignation of the country's ruler, Bashar al-Assad. But his regime's response has been a bloody one, and thousands of protesters have been gunned down.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 18, 2018
R072069
The Drug War in Mexico
For years, the Mexican government has been fighting that country's powerful drug cartel, and tens of thousands of people have been killed. This video looks at the drug war and why defeating the cartels is proving so difficult.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 18, 2018
R072088
The Great U.S. Health Care Debate
Shortly after assuming office, U.S. President Barack Obama announces plans to reform his country's health care system. The announcement set off a debate with both sides citing Canada's Medicare system to back up their arguments.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 11, 2018
R072054
The Massacre in Norway
Andres Behring Breivik goes on a rampage in Norway. He detonated a bomb in Oslo and then opens fire at a youth camp. Seventy-six people are killed and many others injured. This video looks at the tragedy and what drove the gunman to kill so many people.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
R072040
The Uprising of Libya
Moammar Gadhafi ruled the North African country of Libya for more than 40 years. In February, 1011, the wave of protest that sweeps through the region catches up with him. There is a popular uprising and a vicious civil war erupts. This video examines the fighting and its impact on the rest of the world.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 5, 2018
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Voices of Courage
This 2010 CTV Remembrance Day special features four veterans who share their personal experiences of war, carnage and courage, and the toll it has taken on their lives as survivors. The video features Pat Stogran, Canada's Veterans' Ombudsman, who shares his stories of serving in Bosnia and Afghanistan, and discusses issues facing veterans today.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $99.95
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Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
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Waging Peace: Canada in Afghanistan
In 2006, Canada takes on a larger role as Canadian troops are deployed to Afghanistan. Troops are sent to Kandahar province, where most of the fighting takes place. The Afghanistan mission creates more controversy in Canadian history than any other military intervention and the casualty count continues to rise. As 2011 approaches, Canada must decide if the troops will be pulled out as scheduled or continue to provide support in Afghanistan.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : Education public performance rights available
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Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R072044
War and Famine in Somalia
In Somalia, a long drought is causing mass starvation. It is threatening the lives of millions of people, and a civil war is making it hard to help them. This video looks at the desperate situation and what is being done to try to feed the hungry.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: May 18, 2018
What are other useful materials? Other Useful Materials
Other useful materials are documents, lesson plans or classroom activities that teachers may find useful in supporting the curriculum, but that have not typically undergone the same formal evaluation process that is required for core and additional resources.
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A Nation Takes Shape: Canada and the First World War
Using these activities, students will explore the Canadian social landscape before, during and after the First World War. Through these 10 inquiries, students will use the tools of geography (maps, statistics), as well as geographic thinking skills (patterns and trends, interactions and associations, etc.), to explore Canada's evolution during this period in Canadian history.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: June 13, 2019
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ArcGIS Online
ArcGIS Online enables you to connect people, locations, and data using interactive maps. It enables you to work with smart, data-driven styles and intuitive analysis tools that deliver location intelligence. It also enables the user to share insights with the world or specific groups. The website contains a tutorial, links to suggested subjects and projects, lesson plans and activities.
Media and Formats : Video Website
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022
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CAMPUS
CAMPUS is the National Film Board’s exclusive education streaming service available at no cost to all teachers and students in Saskatchewan and is available on ROVER. Previewing resources is recommended.
Media and Formats : Video Website
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus): Learning Supports for Families and Teachers
This document was created to provide support for parents/guardians when sharing information about the coronavirus with young and school-aged children. The document is also useful for early learning staff and Prekindergarten to Grade 12 teachers.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: April 8, 2020
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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@concen...
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Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
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Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Level 20: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students recognize the role that ideology plays in our perspectives and the application of human Rights. Students consider historically how worldview has impacted and continues to impact perspectives of citizenship and the balance between meeting the needs of citizens and promoting the nation's best interests. Through the investigation of worldview and the impact of worldview on an individuals' and society's beliefs, students specifically consider the influence of imperialism and colonialism ...
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
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Curio
Curio is the CBC’s educational streaming service made available at no cost to Saskatchewan teachers and students by the Ministry of Education and is available on ROVER. Previewing resources is recommended.
Media and Formats : Video Website
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022
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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). 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 a...
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019
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Defining Moments. Juno75
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Canadian involvement in the landing on Juno Beach, this set of four successive lesson plans allows students to research the individuals who contributed in some way to the success of the Juno Beach landings and the Battle of Normandy.
•  Juno75. The First Lesson
•  Juno75. The Fourth Lesson
•  Juno75. The Second Lesson
•  Juno75. The Third Lesson
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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canadiancontent
Record posted/updated: June 13, 2019
R103623
Digital Citizenship Education in Saskatchewan Schools: A Policy Planning Guide for School Divisions and Schools to Implement Digital Citizenship Education from Kindergarten to Grade 12
This document provides guidelines for school divisions and school-based administrators who are developing digital citizenship policies. It is not a prescriptive policy; instead, it offers a roadmap for building appropriate school division policies and school-specific digital citizenship guidelines and procedures. Tools to help teachers, administrators and parents as they get started on the implementation of digital citizenship education for K-12 students are also included.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: September 8, 2022
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Finding Cleo Episode 2. Eyes That Haunted Me
This is episode 2 from the Missing and Murdered podcast. As new information emerges about where she was sent after she and her siblings were separated, Connie meets Cleo's other sister, April, and speaks with her parents about adopting Indigenous children during the Sixties Scoop. Unbeknownst to April, all of these years her own adoption records actually contain a key detail in the search for Cleo. To listen to this podcast and view other free education resources, please visit ROVER > Curio.
Media and Formats : Other
Topic : Truth and Reconciliation
Price : unavailable
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Record posted/updated: December 13, 2018
R020735
From the Prairies to the Trenches
This five-part video series, presented by the Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan, focuses on Saskatchewan's participation in the First World War. The episode titles in the series are: Part I - Saskatchewan and the First Months of World War One, June 1914 - February 1915; Part II - From Salisbury Plain to Flanders Fields, November 1914 - December 1915; Part III - Women's Suffrage to the Somme, December 1915 - December 1916; Part IV - Vimy, Passchendaele and Conscription, January 1917 - Decemb...
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Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019
R103070
Historical Learning Resources Updates
Learning Resources Updates provided an annual supplement to every subject-specific bibliography that supported K-12 curricula.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: January 2, 2019
R103762
Opportunities to Address Child Abuse Prevention Education and Response
This document outlines curricular opportunities to address substance misuse in various subject areas and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators are noted.
Media and Formats : Document
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: April 18, 2019
R007923
Supporting Reconciliation in Saskatchewan Schools
This site has been created by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education to support school staffs to work together to expand their understanding of truth and reconciliation as well as the history and legacy of residential schools. It contains tools and resources to support important conversations and professional development opportunities.
Media and Formats : Website
Topic : Truth and Reconciliation
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 22, 2019
R104586
Teaching Sensitive Content in the Classroom

The purpose of the presentation is to describe strategies teachers can use to approach content that may be perceived as sensitive in their community in order to:

  • ensure the learning environment is safe for respectful dialogue;
  • teach students how to think critically about any topic with an open mind; and,
  • meet curricular outcomes.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2022
R012571
The Adaptive Dimension for Saskatchewan K-12 Students
The Adaptive Dimension refers to the concept of making adjustments to any or all of the following variables: learning environment, instruction, assessment and resources. Adjustments to these variables are intended to make learning meaningful and appropriate and to support student achievement. In the Saskatchewan context, differentiation is addressed through the Adaptive Dimension which enables all teachers to respond to student diversity, including their strengths and needs, interests, backg...
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: February 15, 2020
R102702
Treaty Education Outcomes and Indicators
The Treaty Education outcomes and indicators at each grade level are designed to engage learners on a journey of inquiry and discovery. When meaningfully and thoughtfully incorporated into subject areas, Treaty Education moves beyond an idea to become actualized as a belief that benefits all learners.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019
R033019
Voices Into Action. Genocide
To provide a context for the study of Holodomor, this unit explores the history of genocide and how it can be prevented from happening in the future.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
R035294
Voices Into Action. Holodomor
This unit provides historical information and activities for students to investigate the tragedy of Holodomor - Joseph Stalin's engineered famine that killed millions of Ukrainians in 1932-1933.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: December 27, 2018
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