Curated OER
First Nations Plants and their Uses
Students identify the uses of plants by researching Native Americans. In this First Nations culture lesson, students identify the First Nations coastal people of British Columbia and their use of plants such as seaweed, bark and moss....
Curated OER
Governance
Students explore government by researching Native American history. In this First Nations culture lesson plan, students define the Aboriginal action of speaking in a circle as a group. Students discuss their likes and dislikes with the...
Curated OER
First Nations: Analysing Sources
Ninth graders examine the lifestyle and culture of First Nations people. They investigate and analyze primary and secondary source documents.
Other
Dept. Of Canadian Heritage: Four Directions Teaching
Through this colorful and engaging website, students can come to a better understanding of the First Nations communities as they explore the teachings of the Blackfoot, Cree, Ojibwe, Mohawk and Mi'kmaq. Ceremonies, creation stories,...
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Algonquins of Pikwakanagan County
In this exhibit, the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan in Ontario describe how they have adapted to change over time but still are able to keep their culture and traditions alive. The exhibit included many photos of their brilliant clothing,...
University of Calgary
Native Civilizations
The study of Native history can be broken into three broad categories, region, culture and language. Three interactive maps provide more information about each cultural, linguistic or regional group. Students are challenged to read and...
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Sports and Recreation Edukit: Elementary Student Zone
Biographies, tidbits, crosswords and more all help learner's to understand sports and recreation from an Aboriginal or Metis perspective.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Sports and Recreation Edukit: Senior Student Zone
Biographies, photo's, tidbits and activities all help learner's understand the Sports and Recreation of the Aboriginal or Metis people.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Sports and Recreation Edukit: Teacher Student Zone
Lesson outcomes and instructional plans for both elementary and senior aged learners regarding the Sports and Recreation of the Aboriginal or Metis people are provided by the Heritage Community Foundation.