DR1.4
Recognize globes and maps as representations of the surface of the Earth, and distinguish land and water masses on globes and maps.
Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Compile a list of various types of models used as representations of real things (e.g., toys, dolls, action figures, figurines, pictures, diagrams, maps).

(b)

Identify general characteristics of maps and globes as models of all or parts of the earth, including reasons why certain colours are used to depict particular physical features.

(c)

Use a globe to identify the location of places of origin for items found in the classroom and school.

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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
R053242
A Mother's Earth
This award-winning series, produced in Cree, English and French, uses stop-motion animation to portray life in a fictional northern Saskatchewan community. It focuses on issues and events in the lives of children and their supportive families in this traditional Cree community. The adults guide the children to retain their traditional culture and values while living in the modern world. In this episode, six year old Raven must write a report on identity, describing who she thinks she is. Through talking to many people in the community, 10-year-old Talon reconciles her Cree-Metis identity as a daughter and sister. Cousin T-Bear and brother Talon are asked to help create a sweat lodge and through their hard work they earn their Indian names. Non-Aboriginal students viewing this film will gain a better understanding of Aboriginal identity and traditional practices. T-Bone's father's role at the band office provides a glimpse into First Nations governance and its complex issues.
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Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R055432
Follow That Map!: A First Book of Mapping Skills
Ritchie introduces mapping skills to young children. Sally and her friends search for Max, the dog, and Ollie, the cat, who have escaped to the backyard. Throughout the story, children learn mapping features such as a compass rose and its function. Tips on how to use one feature of mapping are indicated in bold print.
Ritchie highlights different kinds of maps, such as weather maps, maps to follow routes, treasure maps and topographical maps. At the end of the book is an activity where students map their bedroom.
The book includes a table of contents and an index.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $17.99
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R007671
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 1: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students will examine actions and practices that contribute to peace and order. They will learn about the rules that bring order to society and the governance structures that create those rules. Students will discover how rules are made and the processes for changing rules. Students examine the various levels of government to understand the responsibilities of different governments and understand the decision making process. Students will continue to learn about respect for themselves, others and their environment.
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Media and Formats : Book Document
Price : Free
free
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saskatchewancontent
fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: June 3, 2020
R009299
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back
In this illustrated book, the turtle’s back is a significant symbol to the Iroquois people that represents the creation of Turtle Island. A closer look will reveal a pattern of thirteen individual segments on his back which represent each moon of the cycle of seasons. There are also twenty-eight platelets which form an edging around the shell which represent the number of days in the moon cycle.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $29.95
Record posted/updated: January 6, 2022
R104227
Grandmother / Grandfather Tribe Book Set
A set of 10 colourful board books describing important historical aspects of life and culture of different Indigenous peoples.
•  Grandfather, Tell Us About the Algonquin People of Long Ago
•  Grandfather, Tell Us About the Inuit People of Long Ago
•  Grandfather, Tell Us About the Iroquois People of Long Ago
•  Grandfather, Tell Us About the Ojibwe People of Long Ago
•  Grandmother, Tell Us About the Haida People of Long Ago
•  Grandmother, Tell Us About the Mi'kmaq People of Long Ago
•  Grandmother, Tell Us About the Métis People of Long Ago
•  Grandmother, Tell Us About the Sioux People of Long Ago
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated: January 5, 2022