Our Relationship With the Stars and How We Came To Be

Through a series of explorations, students will examine our relationship with the celestial bodies and consider how these bodies have benefited humanity and influenced life on Earth. Students will compare traditional Creation stories with Western explanations...

Fire Keeping – Oshkaabewis – Matter

This two-part lesson includes a Minds On activity where the teacher can invite a male elder or knowledge keeper to come in and share their knowledge around fire and the job of a fire keeper. The teacher can contact the Indigenous lead for their school board who will...

Grade 8 Science – Water Unit

This unit plan for the Grade 8 Understanding Earth and Space Systems water unit allows educators to connect students to an Indigenous perspective while addressing the Ontario Science & Technology Curriculum. Grade 8 Science – Water Unit Water Unit task slides...

The Tree of Life – Canoe Lesson

Through this information and the activities/lessons, it is the hoped that you will build a sense of community, learn the importance of language, culture, and gain some teachings of the land all while building a relationship with Wiigwaas Aatik, Betula Paperifera, or...

Sustainable Ecosystems – 7 Grandfather Teachings

Through a series of explorations involving the use of Indigenous People’s stories, students will learn about sustainable ecosystems and their importance to humans and how ecosystem health is vital for both terrestrial and aquatic environments. By deepening their...
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