PE30.6
First Nations and Métis – Examine how First Nations and Métis perspectives and ways of knowing support lifelong learning through physical activity.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) Examine how First Nations and Métis ways of knowing inform people's interactions with self, others and the environment through physical activity.
(b) Explain how the benefits of physical activity (e.g., endurance, flexibility and social skills) serve a purpose to meet the demands of lifelong activity such as hunting, observation skills or learning social values.
(c) Investigate, and follow when appropriate, First Nations and Métis protocols, traditional knowledge and practices when engaging in physical activities.
(d) Incorporate local, traditional First Nations and Métis ways of relating to and using the environment when leading physical activities (e.g., setting traps and fishing nets, snowshoeing, orienteering and navigation).
(e) Plan and facilitate traditional First Nations and Métis games (e.g., snowsnake, double ball, lacrosse, leg wrestling and knuckle hop), dance (e.g., jigging, hoop and pow wow) and/or activities (e.g., snowshoeing and archery).
(f) Explore how leadership skills developed by planning and facilitating traditional games, dance and activities could be transferable to other contexts.
(g) Discuss the long-term physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits of participation in First Nations and Métis games, dance and activities.
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R104220
Physical Literacy: An Indigenous Journey for All: An Inclusionary Resource Supporting the Physical Education 20 and Physical Education 30 Curricula in Saskatchewan
This resource supports the implementation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit content, perspectives, and ways of knowing within Physical Education 20 and Physical Education 30, as well as the five Truth and Reconciliation’s Calls to Action pertaining to physical activity, physical literacy and sport. It was created in collaboration with educators from the Saskatchewan Outdoor and Environmental Education Association and the Saskatchewan Physical Education Association professional growth networks affiliated with the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation, Elders and Knowledge Keepers, and was sponsored by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education.
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R001010
Land Based Education: A Teacher Resource Guide for Schools in Saskatchewan(Revised ed.)
This resource contains thematic units, organized by season, that encourage educators to involve Elders, teachers and local community members as they incorporate First Nations relationship with the land into the curriculum. Lesson plans are included on topics such as: snow shoe making, ice fishing, making and preparing outdoor fires, making traditional toys and games and berry picking.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $60.00
Record posted/updated: September 3, 2019
R010691
Sport for Life
This Canadian website promotes physical literacy education and long-term athlete development. It contains articles, photographs, tips, video and website links for teachers, coaches, parents and health professionals for continued education. It features resources for populations such as women and girls, athletes with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and newcomers.
Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
free
Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022
R012572
Warrior Games Series
Series host, Steve Sxwithul'txw, visits various communities in Canada to explore traditional Indigenous sports. As Steve trains to participate in each sport, he also learns more about the history of the sport and the culture and identity of the youth with whom he will be competing.
•  Warrior Games. Episode 1. Choctaw Stickball
•  Warrior Games. Episode 10. Arctic Games, Part I
•  Warrior Games. Episode 11. Arctic Games, Part II
•  Warrior Games. Episode 12. Archery
•  Warrior Games. Episode 13. Steve's Journey
•  Warrior Games. Episode 3. Lacrosse
•  Warrior Games. Episode 4. Métis Games
•  Warrior Games. Episode 5. Seabird Island
•  Warrior Games. Episode 6. Hoop Dancing
•  Warrior Games. Episode 7. Longball
•  Warrior Games. Episode 8. Snowboarding
•  Warrior Games. Episode 9. Snowsnake
Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Price : $129.00 ea.
Record posted/updated: February 1, 2022
R070649
Chiefs and Champions Series
This series looks at First Nations athletes in Canada. In addition to being athletes, many became leaders in their communities as well as advocates and role models on international levels.
•  Alwyn Morris. Kayaking
•  Angela Chalmers. Distance Runner
•  Billy Two Rivers. Wrestling
•  Chief Roger Adolph. Boxing
•  Darren Zack. Fastpitch Softball
•  Fred Sasakamoose. Hockey
•  Gino Odjick. Hockey
•  Richard Peter. Wheelchair Basketball
•  Ross Powless. Lacrosse
•  Sharon and Shirley Firth. Skating
•  Tom Longboat. Distance Runner
•  Waneek Horn-Miller. Water Polo
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $1,800.00 (complete series)
Record posted/updated: September 20, 2021
R018066
Follow the Rock
This video shows how First Nations from across British Columbia have gathered over the past 50 years to take part in the All Native Basketball Tournament. The tournament opens with a four-hour ceremony, where each team proudly dances into the gym to the sound of traditional drumming and song. More than just a basketball tournament, crowds take part for the culture, the food and the community.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: June 1, 2022