Social Studies K
INK.2
Describe the diversity of groups represented in the classroom.
Indicators for this outcome
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Investigate the diversity of languages and cultural traditions represented in the classroom and school, and recognize the role language and culture play in an individual's unique identity. |
| (b) |
Describe various cultural traditions, festivals, and celebrations recognized by children's families and communities, and discuss the importance of these cultural traditions, festivals, and celebrations. |
| (c) |
Identify individuals and groups that are important in children's lives, and explain why these individuals and groups are important to them as individuals (e.g., family, Elders, senior citizens, friends, storytellers, classmates, members of activity groups to which children belong). |
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R054568
The Métis Alphabet Book
This unique alphabet book presents historical figures and events, places of interest and other important aspects of Métis history and culture. Child-like drawings rendered in black ink and crayon support the text.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R004153
Treaty Tales Series
The Treaty Tales series consists of three books for children that explain the history and symbolism of treaties. Since these books were published in Manitoba, the text occasionally refers to Manitoba and the Anishinabe as examples, but the principles of the content apply to all Canadians.
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The Friendship
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The Handshake and the Pipe
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We Are All Treaty People
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$59.95 (set of 3 books)
Record posted/updated:
May 21, 2021
R100169
Aboriginal Storytelling Carpet(6' round)
This colourful carpet provides many opportunities to introduce students to the culture and history of Canada's First Nations peoples. Symbols such as Mother Earth's 13 moons, the Medicine Wheel, the Métis infinity flag and an inuksuk can be used to spark discussions that could include: the history and meanings of these symbols, the relationship of First Nations peoples to the land and their legends and folklore. A short paperback guide accompanies the carpet and provides teaching suggestions and an outline drawing of each symbol on the carpet.
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Media and Formats :
Other
Price :
$299.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R071112
Eaglecrest Early Readers Series
This set of information texts offers stories that reflect firsthand experiences of British Columbia First Nations children in cultural activities and in their routine activities at home and school. Although designed for Grade 1 beginning readers, the stories would be of interest to younger children. Colourful photographs complement the simple text.
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A Bunny to Love. Level 16
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A Gift for Kohkum. Level 20
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Alysha's Flat Tire. Level 6
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Animals at the Fair. Level 6
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Anthony's New Glasses. Level 11
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At the Beach. Level 1
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At the Park. Level 14
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Best Friends. Level 13
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Big and Little. Level 2
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Bonkers is Hungry. Level 8
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Chicken's Ride. Level 11
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Choosing a Kitten. Level 17
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Climbing the Apple Tree. Level 19
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Collecting Eggs. Level 16
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Come and Play, Peaches. Level 10
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Crabs for Dinner. Level 11
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Daffodils for You. Level 5
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Dean's Fish. Level 15
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Dennis Rides His Bike. Level 12
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Dorian's Cast. Level 21
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Dorothy's Mittens. Level 7
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Everett Rides His Horse. Level 9
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Fluffy's Accident. Level 8
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Fun on the Sled. Level 10
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Going Camping. Level 14
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Going Outside. Level 1
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Going to the Store. Level 8
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Gonzo is Missing. Level 20
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Helping Grandma. Level 8
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Helping with Baby. Level 7
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Here Comes the Bus. Level 3
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Holly's Surprise. Level 3
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Hope's Necklace. Level 18
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Hot Moose Stew. Level 12
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Hungry Red Fox. Level 8
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I Like to Read. Level 2
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In The Forest. Level 2
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Lost and Found. Level 13
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Louie's Hat. Level 3
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My Big Brother. Level 2
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My Buddy. Level 2
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My Family. Level 2
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My Grandma. Level 1
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My Grandpa. Level 2
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New Slippers. Level 6
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Picking Blackberries. Level 9
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Picking Flowers. Level 1
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School is Fun. Level 1
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Shona Plays the Fiddle. Level 18
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Skipping Rocks. Level 8
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Snack Time. Level 1
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Spear Fishing with Dad. Level 15
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Stuck in the Tree. Level 7
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Summer Adventure. Level 19
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The Basketball Game. Level 20
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The Best Bread. Level 10
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The Big Puddle. Level 4
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The Dog Sled Ride. Level 16
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The Dream Catcher. Level 12
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The Eagle. Level 4
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The Enormous Rock. Level 17
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The Fishing Trip. Level 6
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The Frog. Level 4
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The Hawk Drum. Level 4
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The Hungry Pony. Level 3
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The Lemonade Stand. Level 15
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The Lost Necklace. Level 7
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The New Boats. Level 13
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The Picnic. Level 6
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The Powwow. Level 16
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The Raven Necklace. Level 5
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The Raven. Level 2
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The Sleepover Party. Level 15
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The Tree Fort. Level 9
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Time to Play Soccer. Level 14
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Tree Fort Adventure. Level 11
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Water Toys. Level 3
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Where is Fluffy? Level 5
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Wilson's Canoe Ride. Level 10
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
\$6.75 each bk. / \$39.00 set of 6 / \$330.00 set of 50
Record posted/updated:
December 6, 2018
R046108
Grandmother/Grandfather Series
This series introduces young students to First Nations traditions, celebrations and cultural icons.
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Grandfather, What is a Powwow?
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Grandfather, What is a Sweat Lodge?
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Grandfather, Why Do We Use the Drum?
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Grandmother, What are the Seven Teachings?
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Grandmother, What is a Dreamcatcher?
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Grandmother, What is a Feast?
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Grandmother, What is a Talking Stick For?
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$99.95 (10 book set)
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R018664
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Kindergarten: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
This unit supports students in understanding what it means to be engaged and lifelong learning citizens. Students will consider the relationship between rights and responsibilities that bring order to society. Students will work to understand the varying impacts that rules have on people. As students strive to understand that, they will also work to understand the underlying purpose behind the rule.
Links :
Download
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 3, 2020
R101982
Taanishi Books - Emergent Reader Series
This series of books explores a variety of themes in Métis culture. The books are written at guided reading levels A to I, with each theme containing one book at a lower, middle and higher reading level. Themes explored in the set are: Métis Beadwork, Métis Clothing, Métis Dance, Métis Food, Métis Identity, Métis Music, Métis Symbols and Celebrations and Métis Traditional Storytelling. Each book contains colourful photographs and begins with a Cultural Connections text box that provides background information on the content of the book.
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Métis Beadwork. Can You See Flowers? (6 pack)
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Métis Beadwork. I Spy Flower Beadwork (6 pack)
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Métis Beadwork. Maria Beads a Flower (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. All About the Sash (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. The Sash (6 pack)
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Métis Clothing. Time to Dance (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. Dancing Shapes (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. Métis Dance Shapes (6 pack)
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Métis Dance. The Métis Star Dance (6 pack)
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Métis Food - What Do You Like on Your Beignes? (6 pack)
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Métis Food - What's for Lunch? (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Bang! Beigne! (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Making Beignes with Kohkum (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Rababoo Stew for Lunch (6 pack)
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Métis Food. Yummy, Yummy in My Tummy (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. Back to Batoche Days (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. Batoche Cheerleader (6 pack)
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Métis Identity. We Are Métis! (6 pack)
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Métis Music. Andy Learns to Fiddle (6 pack)
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Métis Music. Squeak Squawk! (6 pack)
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Métis Music. The Fiddle Competition (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols & Celebrations. Let's Make a Métis Flag Pin (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols & Celebrations. Where is the Métis Flag? (6 pack)
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Métis Symbols and Celebrations. High in the Sky (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Do You Believe in Roogaroos? (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Is There a Roogaroo in You? (6 pack)
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Métis Traditional Storytelling. Where's the Roogaroo? (6 pack)
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Taanishi Books. Library Pack
Media and Formats :
Book
Kit
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R052707
A Tale of Two Daddies
Set in the playground, a young boy asks a young girl if it is true that she has two dads. She says that is right; she has Poppa and Daddy. The young boy asks her questions about which Dad does what. In her response to the questions, the young girl explains the role of each Dad within the family.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$12.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R100442
Circle of Life Set 1. Single Copy Set
The Circle of Life series contains stories that present First Nations cultures, traditional knowledge and worldviews. The 11 student books in Set 1 support guided reading levels A-E. Titles in the starter pack include: Getting Ready for the Powwow, Why Do You Smudge, Mishoomis? and At Home in the Bush. Additional copies of each student book may be purchased in packages of 6.
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Circle of Life Set 1. At Home in the Bush (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Can You Give Me My Name? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Four Colours, Four Hands (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Getting Ready for the Powwow (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. I Can Sing (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. In the Light of Grandmother Moon (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. My Bustle (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Teacher eSupport DVD
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Circle of Life Set 1. The Six Clans (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Where are Grandma and Grandpa? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Where is My Moccasin? (6-pack)
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Circle of Life Set 1. Why Do You Smudge, Mishoomis? (6-pack)
Media and Formats :
Book
Kit
Price :
$87.95
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R034949
ABC of Canada
From "A is for Arctic" to "Z is for Zamboni," young children will learn about Canada as they enjoy this alphabet book. Students will visit Canadian landmarks, such as Peggy's Cove or enjoy a Canadian pastime, such as the Calgary Stampede.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$7.95
Record posted/updated:
August 16, 2020
R001692
Askî and Friends: Help Me Tell My Story
These digital storybooks were developed as part of the Help Me Tell My Story early childhood oral language assessment. The assessment is unique in many ways and it is grounded in First Nations and Métis holistic perspectives on learning. All of the stories incorporate traditional beliefs and perspectives and are available in five languages: Cree, Dene, Michif, English and French. The four storybooks focus on Askî, his three friends Nipi, Kon and Tate and their lives around the pond. The stories introduce Turtle Island and Mother Earth - two concepts that are central in the First Nations worldview. The stories were developed to be used in the classroom and in the home to help improve early childhood language skills. These stories are available for interactive tablets and can be downloaded from Google Play (Android) or the AppStore (iPad).
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Askî and Turtle Island
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Askî's Family Scrapbook
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Kon and the Circle of Life
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Nipi and Mother Earth
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Tate and the Flyers
Media and Formats :
Book
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
December 20, 2023
R001830
Nipi and Mother Earth
Nipi explains how important it is to look after Mother Earth and each other.
Links :
Download
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R003260
Tate and the Flyers
Tate talks about the importance of the pond and how he and other flyers meet there to hear and to share stories.
Links :
Download
Media and Formats :
Document
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 17, 2022
R047619
Under One Sun Kindergarten. Complete Classroom Set
With content created by Indigenous artists and illustrators, the Under One Sun series draws upon Indigenous culture, perspectives and experiences to explore the themes of identity, our connection to Mother Earth and relationships within families and communities. The Kindergarten complete classroom set includes a teacher's resource and 6 copies each of 6 student books at guided reading levels A-C. Additional resources to support the series are available through the Online Teaching Centre.
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Community Helpers
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Guided Reading Classroom Set
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Guided Reading Single Copy Set
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. I Can See Mother Earth
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. I Make Promises
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Online Teaching Centre
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Print Teacher's Resource
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Teacher Resource Set
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. Thank You
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. What Can I Do?
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Under One Sun Kindergarten. What is a Family?
Media and Formats :
Kit
Price :
$403.50
Record posted/updated:
March 11, 2020
R104223
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 1
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandfather, What is a Medicine Wheel?
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Grandmother, What is a Sharing Circle?
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
June 30, 2021
R007928
Louis Says Series
Louis Says is a Canadian animated video series that teaches the importance of helping in the community, respecting Elders and being responsible. In each episode, Louis gives Randy, a six-year-old boy, a task to complete, such as bringing a gift to a sick boy. Because Louis speaks mostly Cree and Randy speaks mostly English, Randy learns some new Cree words but often tries to complete his task before he fully understands what he's been told. In the end, Randy learns to help others and also learns more about traditional and contemporary First Nations culture.
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 1. Garlic Bulbs Go Off/ More Feathers
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 2. I Got You Covered/ Pets Rock
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 3. Fun with Flags/ How to Train Your Osky
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 4. Magnifying Trouble/ Squirrel Food
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 5. Pizza Mania/ Mrs. Charles' Treasure
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 6. Competing Ideas/ Don't Rain on Mrs. Charles Parade
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 7. Gourmet Cat/ Some Kind of Lake Monster
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Louis Says. Season 4, Episode 8. Giant Painting/ Going Around the Bushes
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
October 20, 2021
R008675
3 Cool Facts About Teepees with Cottonball
In this short video, Cottonball visits FortWhyte Alive in Winnipeg and learns 3 interesting facts about teepees from her new friend, Sara.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
June 24, 2019
R104225
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 2
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Eagle Feather
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Igloo
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Inukshuk
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Totem Pole
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Our Elders
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Regalia
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Four Sacred Medicines
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Grandmother, Tell Us About the Star Blanket
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 2022
R104226
Grandmother / Grandfather Icon Book Set 3
A set of 10 colourful board books that introduce key icons of Indigenous cultures, such as traditions and sacred objects.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About Traditional Tobacco
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Birch Bark Canoe
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Bison
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Sacred Pipe
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Grandmother, Tell Us About Cedar
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 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.
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Iroquois People of Long Ago
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Grandfather, Tell Us About the Ojibwe People of Long Ago
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
January 5, 2022
R104228
Métis Book Series
A set of 9 colourful books describing important aspects of traditional Métis lifestyle and culture.
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Mama, What is Métis Beadwork?
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Mama, What is the Red River Cart?
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated:
June 30, 2021
R019941
Thunder Boy Jr.
This illustrated book explores the concept of identity as Thunder Boy Jr. wishes for a unique name of his own, different from his father’s and based on his experiences, skills, traits, passions, and dreams. Just when Thunder Boy Jr. thinks all hope is lost of receiving a suitable name, his dad chooses the perfect name. Although the book connects to the importance of naming ceremonies or rituals, that aspect is not explained.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 15, 2022
R105085
Honouring the Buffalo
Educational animated children’s program based on the picture book, “Honouring the Buffalo: A Plains Cree Legend”. This animated short introduces young children to the history and culture of North American Plains Cree Peoples.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
August 1, 2024
R105097
Stories of The North - Animals of the North(Season 1: Episode 1)
Episode 1: Animals of the North In this episode, Cree words for animals are featured.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105130
Stories of The North - Winter Play(Season 1: Episode 2)
Episode 2: Winter Play - In this episode, Cree words for family members are featured.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 15, 2024
R105098
Stories of The North - At the Trapline(Season 1 - Episode 3)
Episode 3 - At the Trapline
In this episode, the focus is learning to count in Cree.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105099
Stories of The North - Summer at the Cabin(Season 1: Episode 4)
Episode 4 - Summer at the Cabin
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words for things we see in Summer
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105101
Stories of The North - Making Moccasins(Season 1: Episode 5)
Episode 5 - Making Moccasins
In this episode, the focus is learning colors in Cree.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105102
Stories of The North - Hunting in the Fall(Season 1: Episode 6)
Episode 6 - Hunting in the Fall
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words for various actions.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105103
Stories of The North - Favourite Foods(Season 1: Episode 7)
Episode 7 - Favourite Foods
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words for foods of the North.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105106
Stories of The North - Camping with My Family(Season 1: Episode 9)
Episode 9 - Camping with My Family
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words associated with camping.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105105
Stories of The North - The Big Talent Show(Season 1: Episode 10)
Episode 10 - The Big Talent Show
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words for things seen at a talent show.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024
R105104
Stories of The North - Catching Fish(Season 1: Episode 8)
Episode 8 - Catching Fish
In this episode, the focus is learning the Cree words for adjectives.
Media and Formats :
Video
Topic :
EYE
Truth and Reconciliation
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
July 18, 2024