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Middle school canadian history cultural activities
Indigenous Artists in Canada | Elementary Art Lessons and Projects
This set of art projects incorporates painting, oil pastels, printmaking and carving to study six different artists in Canada who identify as First Nations or Métis through creating a piece of art inspired by George Littlechild, Bill Reid, Dana Standinghorn, Jason Carter, Benjamin Chee Chee and Leah Dorian.This inspiring product includes:six different art projects (each one can usually be completed within a few hours from start to the end of clean-up).complete lesson plans with step-by-step inst
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3rd - 6th
Indigenous People in Canada | Turtle Island Drama Circle
This set of drama circle cards is about the impact of colonization for First Nations or Indigenous People in Canada faced during colonization. As part of the truth and reconciliation process, this resource talks about the series of events since the arrival of Europeans including reserves, treaties, missionaries, and Residential Schools. This resource is part of our Social Studies Drama Circle Bundle.Drama circles are similar to readers' theatre activities where students read small sections of te
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 4
Orange Shirt Day and Residential Schools - Truth and Reconciliation Activities
Orange Shirt Day and Residential Schools in Canada Close Reading Activities and Resources - This resource contains 4 reading passages related to Orange Shirt Day and Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Orange Shirt Day close reading activities, comprehension questions, and Orange Shirt Day activities. These meaningful resources will help you teach this important piece of history as we continue to move towards the path of truth and reconciliation. ✅Be sure to click on the preview above to see
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5th - 8th
Canadian History Lessons | People Before Confederation
Teach about the contributions of different groups of people prior to confederation in Canada with this easy-to-prep package. The groups of people included are the Indigenous People, Vikings, the French explorers, English Fur Traders, Métis, Loyalists, Acadians, and Missionaries.This historical thinking product includes:complete lesson plans including suggestions to differentiate.2-3 weeks of activities that include reading, writing, drawing, summarizing, presenting, researching, and exploring.te
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 5
North America (Bundle): An Introduction to the Art, Culture, Sights, and Food
This North American bundle includes slideshows of Canada, the United States of America, and Mexico. Students will enjoy learning about food, clothing, art, tourist attractions, languages, national parks, and much more about each country. In all, there are 92 pages of information and beautiful photos! These slideshows can be shown to a class on a screen from your computer, printed as a book to use in centers, or for student research. Many teachers also use these to impress parents on multicultur
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K - 6th
Indigenous ALL YEAR Social Studies History & Culture Mega Bundle
This Indigenous (First Nations, Native American) all year social studies mega bundle is full of a meaningful printables, lessons, activities, information and games to teach Indigenous history and Indigenous cultural values.Moreover, this unit takes out the guesswork and research to create authentic Indigenous culture and history lessons.Save 30% with this mega bundle (priced for the Canadian dollar), and you will receive all you need to teach socials studies units on Indigenous first peoples to
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Residential School & Orange Shirt Day BUNDLE for Elementary and Middle School
This Indigenous residential school orange shirt day unit is a meaningful printable package that gently teaches residential school history to elementary (intermediate) and middle school students through meaningful lessons, art projects, and activities. Using the anchor texts such as The Orange Shirt Story, Phyllis's Orange Shirt, Stolen Words, or Orange Shirt Day, (unit does not include digital or audio versions of the books), this unit provides a gentle look into residential school history. Alte
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3rd - 7th
Ceremonial Plants Indigenous People in Canada | Research Activity
Focus on research skills with this low-prep project that teaches reading/creating maps, reading photographs and diagrams, notetaking and synthesizing information to research sacred plants of the Indigenous People in Canada used for healing, medicine and in their special ceremonies such as smudging and prayers.Specific instructions are included to teach each of the skills. This no prep package includes:complete teacher lesson plan including possible modifications for differentiation.maps showing
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4th - 6th
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Immigration to Canada After Confederation
Learn about the immigrants that came to Canada during the Third Wave (1890s-1910s). Students learn about traveling to Canada, timelines, and how immigrants lived in early Canada. The activities include writing, reading, drawing, presenting, collaborating in groups, and working individually, with only moments of prep.Start by seeing what students already know about immigration with a simple writing activity. Through reading accounts from immigrants, students will explore the challenges and sacrif
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 5
Every Child Matters Collaborative Poster - Orange Shirt Day Build a Poster
** Shop related products by clicking HERE **This collaborative poster activity is the perfect resource for:National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21National Indigenous History Month - JuneInternational Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples – August 9National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30This product provides 35 tiles (which are labeled in rows and columns for easy assembly) for students to design and decorate to put together as a collaborative poster. This creates a beautiful m
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K - 12th, Staff
Indigenous People in Canada | Seven Teachings Drama Circle
This drama circle teaches students about the seven grandfather teachings of the Indigenous People in Canada: humility, courage, love, honesty, truth, wisdom and respect as taught by the wolf, bear, eagle, sabe, turtle, beaver and bison.This resource is part of our Social Studies Drama Circle Bundle.Drama circles are similar to readers' theatre activities where students read small sections of text. They encourage listening and reading fluency. Best of all, they require only moments to prepare, bu
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 4
Canadian History | Drama Circle Bundle
We've bundled up our drama circles related to Canadian Social Studies and Canadian history lessons. These particular drama circles feature Canadian content in a Canadian context. Drama circles are a variation on a Readers' Theatre so you can teach history content in a new way.Drama circles are similar to readers' theatre activities where students read small sections of text. They encourage listening and reading fluency. Best of all, they require only moments to prepare, but students are engaged
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4th - 6th
Remembrance Day Canada Collaborative Poster Bundle | Elementary Art Activity
Teach your students about the history of Remembrance Day and National Indigenous Veterans Day with this set of two collaborative posters. This colouring activity takes your students 10-30 minutes and just requires printing for you to use right away. It's a great activity to use to calm the mood, learn about the history of Remembrance Day in Canada, or leave with a substitute teacher.This resource is part of our Remembrance Day in Canada Bundle. It is also part of our Big Collaborative Poster Bun
Grades:
4th - 6th
Indigenous Art - Métis Dot Art
Explore Indigenous culture with this resource by a First Nations educator ❤︎✎ Dive into Métis Dot Art, mimicking traditional beadwork, nurturing creativity while sharing cultural insight. Discover Métis dot art and enjoy The Giving Tree story. With a lesson plan, student activities, and a class project, it's a rich journey into Métis culture, perfect for sparking curiosity and appreciation in students.Page 1: Métis Dot Art: lesson planPage 2: Métis Dot Art: lesson plan page 2Page 3: Métis Dot Ar
Grades:
3rd - 6th
CANADIAN Black History Month BUNDLE
A collection of 3 Canadian Black History Resources for your classroom!Included in this bundle you will get:12 Coloured Informational Posters of important Canadian Black Figures in our nation's history (6 illustrated and 6 real-life photographs)1 Printable Booklet that corresponds to the 6 figures in the posters:The booklet has 1 cover, 6 blank activity pages for each figure, and 1 blank research template page for their own figure to research.6 BLANK Biography Poster templates (1 for each of the
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2nd - 6th
French Terry Fox Printable Activities | Le Canada
Every September, Canadians remember Terry Fox's courage and determination! These printable activities will teach your FSL students all about Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope/son Marathon de l'espoir! Comme Terry Fox can also be used if you are organizing a Terry Fox Run for your class and/or your school! "Il faut que cela se poursuive sans moi." - Terry FoxInclude the following French videos during your Terry Fox unit : 40 ans d'espoirEssaie comme TerryLa journée Terry FoxTerry Fox - La persév
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4th - 8th
(FR) ÉTUDES SOCIALES - AUTOCHTONES/CHANDAIL ORANGE
Enseigner l'histoire des Autochtones à vos élèves de 5e à 7e années peut être une matière délicate, sans parler de difficulté. Il est impératif de les amener à réfléchir profondément, à s'engager et à discuter activement de certains sujets difficiles. Il faut des heures de travail pour faire la recherche et encore plus pour créer des activités attrayantes pour accompagner le contenu.Cherchez pas plus loin. Cet ensemble contient tout ce dont vous avez besoin pour enseigner à vos élèves les droits
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: (FR) ÉTUDES SOCIALES - ANNÉE COMPLÈTE (6e ANNÉE)
French Pink Shirt Day Printable Activities | La Journée du chandail rose
Pink Shirt Day/la Journée du chandail rose is celebrated on the last Wednesday of February each year. People wear pink shirts to take a stand against bullying. These French Pink Shirt Day printable activities will encourage important discussions about bullying/l'intimidation in your Junior FSL classroom. These printable activities can also be used during International Day of Pink.Before starting your lesson/unit:- Show the video "La danse des brutes" to students: La danse des brutes (ONF)- Hand
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4th - 8th
Also included in: French Pink Shirt Day BUNDLE | La Journée du chandail rose
Canada! CANADIAN IDENTITY, History/Provinces and Territories PRINT and EASEL
Canada - Canadian Identity - 14 Informational Texts and Activities was created for teachers who have a component on Canadian identity in their social studies or language curriculum. This resource is probably best used for grades 5-7 students and with upper level ESL students (intermediate, high school, and adult). This resource would also be appropriate as a lead in to Canada Day at the end of the school year, but can be used at any time.Included are:Fourteen original passages (written by me)
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: Canada! CANADIAN IDENTITY BUNDLE 4 Resources PRINT and EASEL
Famous Five Drama Circle | Valiant Five | Canadian Women's History
The Famous Five, also known as the Valiant Five. Louise McKinney, Henrietta Muir Edwards, Emily Murphy, Irene Parlby and Nellie McClung were a group of women who challenged Canadian laws and had women declared persons in the famous Persons Case of 1929.This resource is part of our Social Studies Drama Circle Bundle.Drama circles are similar to readers' theatre activities where students read small sections of text. They encourage listening and reading fluency. Best of all, they require only momen
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Alberta Social Studies Bundle Grade 5
Copper Thunderbird - Canadian Indigenous Art Lesson - Truth and Reconciliation
This lesson discusses Indigenous Canadian artist Norval Morrisseau or Copper Thunderbird. I developed this lesson, with history on the artist, to connect to Orange Shirt day (Truth and Reconciliation) in my classroom. History can be edited to make it appropriate for younger grades. Lesson can be adapted in many ways with the conclusive activity. Some slides have additional links for further information. Enjoy!
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Art Lesson Bundle
Seven Sacred Teachings - Indigenous Education
Explore EIGHT engaging activities, each corresponding to one of the Indigenous Sacred Teachings and accompanied by a booklet project, designed to deepen your understanding of these profound cultural lessons. Students will delve into the teachings embodied by seven sacred animals, crafting a comprehensive booklet as they journey through this enriching curriculum. These activities, tailored for grades 2-6, offer a multi-week exploration, ensuring a thorough grasp of the 7 Sacred Teachings' signifi
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2nd - 6th
Also included in: Indigenous Peoples Day Bundle
Indigenous Cultures of Canada Enrichment Bundle
Indigenous Cultures of Canada Enrichment Bundle is a collection of enrichment activities to supplement units about Aboriginal cultures. Students choose from a variety of enrichment activities. This accommodates both their interests and their learning style. Answer keys and teacher notes are included with each unit. This resource includes:Northwest CoastPlateauPlainsArcticSubarcticEastern WoodlandsJeopardy (bonus file)*SIGN UP AS A FOLLOWER OF “OFF THE PAGE” AND GET NOTIFICATIONS OF ANY SALES FRO
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4th - 6th
Le drapeau franco-ontarien - Affiche | Collaborative Poster (French-Canadian)
We celebrate the more than 700,000 Francophones and 1.5 million Ontarians who can speak French in Ontario. First recognized in 2010, Franco-Ontarian Day represents over 400 years of Francophone history, celebrating the community’s social, economic, cultural, and political contributions in our province. September 25th is officially celebrated as Franco-Ontarian Day.This FRENCH collaborative poster activity is the perfect resource for:La journée du drapeau fanco-ontarien (le 25 septembre)French-Ca
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1st - 12th, Staff
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