Understanding, Skills, and Confidences

USC

Outcomes
USC2.1
Demonstrate a basic understanding of how thoughts, feelings, and actions influence health and well-being.
USC2.2
Determine how healthy snacking practices influence personal health.
USC2.3
Develop an understanding of how health may be affected by illness and disease.
USC2.4
Examine social and personal meanings of "respect" and establish ways to show respect for self, persons, living things, possessions, and the environment.
USC2.5
Recognize potential safety risks in community "play areas" and determine safe practices/behaviours to identify, assess, and reduce the risks.
USC2.6
Examine how communities benefit from the diversity of their individual community members.
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R070966
Caring for Me Series
The titles in this series that deal with issues such as healthy eating, safety, dealing with feelings and notions of respect. Colourful, childlike illustrations enhance the easy-to-read text in both books.
•  Eat, Run, and Live Healthy
•  Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Mouth
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $10.95 ea.
Record posted/updated: November 13, 2019
R050272
My Travelin' Eye
Jenny Sue is not happy when her teacher suggests that she see an ophthalmologist to treat her strabismus because Jenny Sue likes the way that her travelling eye allows her to see the world in a unique way. The ophthalmologist prescribes a patch over Jenny Sue's lazy eye and this causes much difficulty for Jenny Sue because not only does she have difficulty seeing, but her classmates tease her. With some creativity, however, the protagonist and her mother turn the situation into a positive one. Vivid illustrations add appeal to this picture book.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $21.99
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R054121
I Repeat, Don't Cheat!
Jessica is worried because her friend Lizzie cheats and she doesn't know what to do. Eventually she blurts out the problem and the teacher helps to have the girls work out the appropriate behaviours. Lizzie apologies and gives her a gift and they make up. Both girls begin to determine that they are responsible for personal thoughts, feelings and actions. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written Arthur Howard and illustrated by Margery Cuyler.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $75.00
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R101153
Winter Safety
This program makes the point that winter can be fun if you follow some simple safety rules. The video host talks about the importance of: dressing properly, wearing proper protective equipment for outdoor sports, ice safety and playing away from roads and snowbanks.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.00
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019
R055499
May I Pet Your Dog?: The How-to Guide for Kids Meeting Dogs (and Dogs Meeting Kids)
In this appealing picture book, a wise, chocolate-dappled dachshund explains how humans can safely meet him and his canine friends. Cartoon-style, watercolour illustrations complement the easy-to-read text.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $19.99
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2020
R006694
No Means No!: Teaching Children About Personal Boundaries, Respect and Consent; Empowering Kids By Respecting Their Choices and Their Right to Say, 'No!'
This picture book explores the topic of personal boundaries, respect and consent using attainable language. It provides examples of how children can voice their feelings by using a simple phrase that is easy to understand. It includes a section of notes to the reader and discussion questions for parents, caregivers and educators.
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $12.95 USD
Record posted/updated: July 2, 2021
R052037
Sandy's Incredible Shrinking Footprint
Sandy loves to visit her grandpa's house by the beach where she and her dog, Pepper, play in the sand. One day, Sandy's walk to the beach is ruined because the sand is littered with garbage. Sandy wonders who would do this to a beautiful place. She then meets the Garbage Lady who keeps the beach clean by recycling materials that she has found. The Garbage Lady teaches Sandy that by recycling and reusing items, she is shrinking her footprint. At the back of the book are 12 suggestions for shrinking our footprints.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $15.95
Record posted/updated: August 16, 2020
R015647
Kids in the Know K-9 Program Kit(3rd ed.)
This resource provides materials to teach and reinforce safety skills for students from Kindergarten through Grade 9. Lesson materials deal equally with personal safety and sexual exploitation. The program contains an individual teacher's guide with lessons and activities for each grade plus 5 storybooks, 3 puppets and 2 plush dolls. Materials may also be purchased by individual grade.
Media and Formats : Kit
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $260.00
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R051437
The Giving Tree: A Retelling of a Traditional Métis Story About Giving and Receiving
Developed in both Michif and English, this book and compact disc focus on the memories of Moushoom as he recalls the experience of finding the giving tree with his parents. This retelling of a traditional story highlights Métis core values and beliefs including strength, kindness, courage, tolerance, honesty, respect, love, sharing, caring, balance, patience and most of all - a meaningful connection with the Creator and Mother Earth.
Media and Formats : Book CD/DVD
Price : $12.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R050464
Eagle Books
In this colourfully illustrated four-book set, a wise eagle assumes the role of an Elder who uses the tradition of storytelling to pass on valuable information about ways to prevent type 2 diabetes. All four books may be downloaded individually as PDF files.
•  Knees Lifted High
•  Plate Full of Color
•  Through the Eyes of an Eagle
•  Tricky Treats
Media and Formats : Book
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: December 27, 2018
R051676
Bird Child
Tiny, bird-like Eliza feels scared and powerless to help the new girl Lainey when her schoolmates taunt her because of her tattered, mismatched clothing and wild yellow hair. She watches shamefully as the sunlight and birds fade from Lainey's once-cheerful drawings. Eliza tells her mother about Lainey and her sad pictures. After this discussion, Eliza "finds her wings" and she is able to defend and befriend Eliza with confidence. The poetic language is complemented beautifully with hazy, surrealistic-style images.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $21.99
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2020
R070580
Taking Care of Mother Earth
Charlie likes to help his grandmother, who tells stories while they work. While being reminded to turn off the water tap, Grandma describes how everything around us is connected to water. Children will benefit from Grandma's wisdom as they learn to take care of Mother Earth.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $10.95
Record posted/updated: August 16, 2020
R101150
Summer Safety
Ahhh summer! Sun, sand, water, but we must be careful as well. Our host Maggie talks about water and pool safety, boat safety, bicycle safety, sun protection, as well as the importance of hydration and what to do with bites, stings and poison ivy.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.00
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019
R046570
Lily and the Paper Man
At first, a young girl named Lily is afraid of a gruff homeless man who sells papers on the street. Later, as Lily snuggles down in her warm bed on a cold wintry night, she worries about the homeless man whose toes stick through his shoes. Lily discusses her concern with her doll and comes up with an action plan. This is a heart-warming story that carries valuable messages about caring for others and how a young child can make a positive difference in someone's life. The realistic-style paintings capture the various emotions felt by the characters in this touching story.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $15.95
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2020
R051428
Shi-shi-etko
In four days, Shi-shi-etko leaves for residential school. Before she leaves, Shi-shi-etko's mother, father and Yayah share teachings they want her to remember. Shi-shi-etko learns to treasure the world that surrounds her. Yaya gives Shi-shi-etko a small bag made from deer hide and sinew. She tells Shi-shi-etko that the bag is to store memories. Shi-shi-etko carefully collects berries, roots and flowers for her bag of memories. When the truck arrives to pick up Shi-shi-etko, she goes to a giant fir tree, offers tobacco and tucks the memory bag inside its roots.
Teachers will need to provide a historical context about residential schools and the impact on First Nations people.
This video is a dramatization of the picture book by Nicola I. Campbell and illustrated by Kim LaFave. The book was selected as co-winner for the 2006 Aboriginal Children's Book of the Year, Ânskohk Aboriginal Literary Festival. The video won the 2009 Best Short Drama, Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival and the Best Canadian Short Drama, ImagineNATIVE 2009.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Topic : Truth and Reconciliation
Price : $150.00
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Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R070976
Kelso in Action
This video is presented in two sections: one for the lower elementary level hosted by Kelso the frog and one for the upper elementary level hosted by a young teenager. Through short vignettes, children have the opportunity to see students solve everyday problems. The resource suggests possible choices for solving problems and offers helpful advice, such as the following: there are different ways to solve conflicts; when your first choice does not work, try something else; big problems need the attention of a trusted adult and not all conflicts can be resolved.
The final vignette gives viewers the opportunity to solve a problem on their own.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $99.95
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R101635
The Seven Grandfather Teachings
This illustrated story lists the gifts of the grandfathers and how they would help their people. It also states that each of the gifts must be used with the rest and are intended to teach us how to treat each other and Mother Earth.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $16.95
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R037946
Stanley's Party
Stanley is a relatively good dog, but one night when his people go out, temptation overcomes him. Stanley breaks a rule by sitting on the couch and it feels great. Having deceived his people successfully, the next time they are out, he breaks yet another rule and plays with their stereo. On the following night, he steals food from the fridge. Finally, after a couple of weeks of breaking rules, Stanley realizes that some companionship would help him to enjoy his new naughty lifestyle even more, so he hosts a party! Stanley's people come home early and Stanley suffers the consequences.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $8.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R050585
Is it Okay? Staying Safe
Safety Sam the Fireman and his dog Rescue, teach kids the "Ten Super Safety Rules" that cover street safety, personal safety and safety from strangers. Songs and true-to-life situations help kids relate to these special safety scenarios and reinforce key safety tips. From taking a friend's medicine or chasing a ball into the street, to opening the door to a stranger or approaching an unknown animal, this program helps kids recognize what they can do to stay safe. Educators will need to carefully preview the video in order to determine which segments best complement the safety rules that they are teaching.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $99.95
Record posted/updated: February 23, 2022
R003091
Super Duper Safety School: Safety Rules for Kids & Grown-Ups!
This resource offers a list of safety rules for children to follow to ensure their own personal safety. Each rule is identified in a student-friendly way with effective visuals and discussion points. A parent guide and a comprehensive list of resource links are included.
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : See publisher.
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R070972
Stanley's "This is the Life!"
In this picture book on video, a bear named Stanley wanders away from his home in the park in order to enjoy the campers' sweet leftovers. By mishap, Stanley ends up living near a drive-in theatre where he exists on fatty, salty and sweet snack foods. Stanley gains a lot of weight and he begins to feel sluggish and generally unhealthy. After facing frightening dangers, Stanley returns home where he appreciates his nutritious diet and active lifestyle.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $139.99
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R040962
Where's Mom's Hair?: A Family's Journey Through Cancer
This true story is written from the perspective of two young boys as they cope with their mother's cancer and medical treatments. The book takes readers on a journey with a family as they go through the various steps of fighting cancer, including hosting a hair-cutting party. With gentle humour and tact, Where's Mom's Hair? addresses the types of questions that children typically ask when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. Numerous black-and-white photographs aptly reflect the emotions felt by this family during a very challenging experience.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $14.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R070843
All Access
In this episode from the Wapos Bay Series, cousin Betty arrives in a wheelchair and the community does its best to adapt to her personal needs. T-Bear avoids Betty when he finds out she is sick. Betty is hurt because she thinks T-Bear no longer likes her. The community of Wapos Bay decides to make it easier for Elders and people with disabilities to get around.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R054841
Spring Safety
Spring is a time of melting ice, changing weather and spring cleaning. Viewers join our host Maggie as she discusses staying off lakes and ponds, storm and general weather safety, playground safety and spring cleaning safety.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.00
Record posted/updated: November 28, 2018
R045002
Getting to School Safely
This video provides information about getting to school safely and on time. It reminds children that they are responsible for their own safety and looks carefully at school bus safety, bike riding safety, skateboarding safety, walking safely to school and driving safely to school.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.95
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Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R070977
Snacks for Healthy Teeth
With attractive colour photographs and very simple text, this book from the Pebble Plus Series focuses snacks that promote dental health. The book provides a table of contents, a glossary, an index and short lists of print resources and websites that could be useful for further learning on the topic.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $7.94
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R041565
No Room for Bullies: From the Classroom to Cyberspace
Designed for educators, administrators and parents, this book helps readers to recognize bullying problems and offers strategies to help rectify the problems. No Room for Bullies offers ways to measure the social climate of a school; a 12-point checklist on preventing problems in hallways, classrooms and common areas; advice for establishing and reinforcing classroom rules; a safe Internet-surfing contract for students and more. Included are a table of contents, lists of resources and an index.
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Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Bullying
Price : $14.95 US
Record posted/updated: April 27, 2019
R050211
Jenneli's Dance
This picture book tells the story of Jenneli, a young girl who feels she is not special until her grandmother teaches her the Métis Red River Jig. Jenneli has fun dancing with her grandmother until the day that Grandma Lucee enters her in a jig contest. Jenneli is terrified, but with encouragement from her grandmother, she manages to participate in the contest and to feel good about her accomplishment. Colourful, cartoon-style illustrations complement the text. Jenneli's Dance includes an information section on the Red River Jig.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $12.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R103242
Get Along Monsters Series
This fast-paced DVD series focuses on teaching young children valuable socio-emotional skills. Each program offers animated segments and live-action scenarios that demonstrate appropriate ways for children to interact socially and manage their emotions. Lively songs reinforce the message.
A teacher's guide is available for each program.
•  5 Ways to Work Things Out
•  8 Ways to Handle Anger (Without Hitting)
•  We All Get Mad Sometimes
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $129.95 ea.
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R012788
Jack Teaches His Friends to be KidSafe!
This story book teaches children nine personal safety rules. At the back of the book there is a Language of Safety glossary and a section containing information for adults.
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : See publisher.
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R070974
A Royal Little Pest. Mine!
In this book from The MacCheeky Series, Prince Hayden MacCheeky has so much fun playing with his own royal toys by himself that he does not like to share them with anyone else, not even the royal dog, Goober. When the prince visits Princess Ella and she does not want to share her toys with him, his feelings are hurt. Through this experience, both Prince Hayden and Princess Ella learn that a little royal sharing leads to a lot of royal fun! The detailed, colourful illustrations were created digitally.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $17.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R101633
The Story of Honesty
This illustrated story is about Honesty, one of the Seven Teachings. In this story, Susan finds a watch that belongs to Mary, who is distraught for having lost it. After struggling with her thoughts and feelings, Susan returns the watch to Mary the next day.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $124.95 (7 book kit)
Record posted/updated: January 7, 2022
R046874
The Great Fuzz Frenzy
Based on the award-winning picture book of the same title by Janet Stevens, the video begins when a fuzzy green tennis ball tumbles into a prairie dog hole. The arrival of the ball causes a great frenzy as the prairie dogs begin to decorate themselves with green fuzz and argue over who should have more fuzz. After a prairie dog named Big Bart steals all the fuzz, he is captured by an eagle. This crisis causes the prairie dogs to reunite and come to Big Bart's rescue, thus demonstrating the true meaning of community.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $75.00
Record posted/updated: December 6, 2018
R070572
Cookies. Bite-size Life Lessons
With realistic-style, softly coloured illustrations and expressive text, Rosenthal explains character traits in a non-didactic way that young children can easily understand - through cookies. For example, "respect" means offering the first cookie to your grandmother and "greedy" means that one person hoards all the cookies.
This book was nominated for the 2009 Grand Canyon Reader Award.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $15.99
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R103748
Opportunities to Address Substance Misuse in Curriculum
This document outlines curricular opportunities to address substance misuse in various subject areas and grades. Suggested curriculum outcomes are identified and, if applicable, supporting indicators are noted.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: April 18, 2019
R048917
Think About Others: What It Means to Be Considerate
At the beginning of this video, an adult host defines "considerate" as caring about how another person feels. Through two age-appropriate scenarios, the resource demonstrates to young viewers ways to show consideration and how consideration not only benefits others but improves one's self-esteem. A lively song enhances the program.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $99.95
Record posted/updated: July 2, 2020
R101631
The Story of Humility
This illustrated story is about Humility, one of the Seven Teachings. Math comes easy to Scott but not to his friend. Scott offers his friend help and encourages him to persevere and not give up hope of improving his skills.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $99.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R048922
The Felt Feelings Series
This series was created to help young children deal with their various emotions and challenges. Each book includes suggested questions for dialogue between adults and children and information on obtaining puppets that are available to complement the books. Appealing, cartoon-style illustrations enhance the text.
•  Elephant in My Room
•  Glo's Amazing Journey
•  Shelly's Shell
•  The Angry Lizard
•  The Butterfly Blanket
•  The Butterfly Blanket
•  The Telling Bee
•  The Telling Bee
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $10.95 ea.
Record posted/updated: August 25, 2021
R044183
The Remarkable Maria
Told in the first person by Maria, a young girl from Suriname, South America, this picture book tells her story about growing up and facing problems that she did not understand at the time. Orphaned at a young age, Maria helps look after her little sister, Willie. When Maria faces rejection at school because her parents died from AIDS, she feels sad, but she soon comes to realize that she is a remarkable girl. Although not directly mentioned, this gentle narrative serves as a basis for discussing how the HI virus is not spread and it leads to the broader topic of demonstrating compassion for people who are ill. The children from Suriname were instrumental in the development of the colourful illustrations.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $22.00
Record posted/updated: November 7, 2019
R012748
Concentus Citizenship Education Resources. Grade 2: The Intentional & Explicit Teaching of Essential Citizenship Competencies
Students will continue to understand the decision-making process and explore the rights and responsibilities associated with belonging to society.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: January 21, 2019
R071079
Taking Medicine
This book from the Looking after Me Series is about a young boy named Jimmy who tries to heal his sick teddy bear by giving him various medicines that he finds in his home. When Jimmy's mother discovers what he is doing, she helps Jimmy to realize that medicines are not magic potions and that they can be harmful if not taken properly. When Jimmy develops a cough and earache, he visits the doctor who prescribes antibiotics. Through Jimmy's experiences, he learns about various types of medicines and how to take them safely. Colourful, cartoon-style illustrations enhance the easy-to-read text. The book includes notes for parents and teachers, a brief bibliography of books for further learning, an activity that can be done individually or as a class and an index.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $9.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R054794
The Other Side
Clover always wondered why there was a fence separating the African-American and Caucasian sides of the town. When a young girl from the other side of the fence starts to sit on the fence, Clover's curiosity and a friendship develop.
Set in a small American town prior to the civil rights movement, the theme of segregation in this video offers opportunities for discussion of issues or discrimination and racism.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $95.00
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R049243
Shin-chi's Canoe
Arriving at school, Shi-shi-etko reminds Shin-chi that they can only use their English names and cannot speak to each other. Shin-chi's life becomes an endless cycle of church, mass, school, work and skimpy meals. His father sends him a gift - a cedar canoe. The river provides solace for Shin-chi as he dreams of the day when the sock-eye salmon return to the river and he can go back home. Campbell provides young children the opportunity to explore the issue of First Nations children sent to residential schools.
The book was a finalist for the 2008 Governor-General's Literary award for Children's Literature - illustration.
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Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Truth and Reconciliation
Price : $18.95
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R043375
Shi-shi-etko
In four days, Shi-shi-etko leaves for residential school. Before she leaves, Shi-shi-etko's mother, father and Yayah share teachings they want her to remember. Shi-shi-etko learns to treasure the world that surrounds her. Yaya gives Shi-shi-etko a small bag made from deer hide and sinew. She tells Shi-shi-etko that the bag is to store memories. Shi-shi-etko carefully collects berries, roots and flowers for her bag of memories. When the truck arrives to pick up Shi-shi-etko, she goes to a giant fir tree, offers tobacco and tucks the memory bag inside its roots.
The book was selected as co-winner for the 2006 Aboriginal Children's Book of the Year, Ânskohk Aboriginal Literary Festival.
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Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Truth and Reconciliation
Price : $18.95
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R048966
Rosie and Buttercup
Life is perfect for young Rosie, until one day she decides that she does not really want Buttercup, her baby sister. Rosie's solution to this dilemma is to give Buttercup to her neighbour free of charge! For a while, Rosie is happy - no more crying, no more shushing and no more sharing everything! Predictably, however, Rosie regrets her decision and asks for her sister back in trade for something she loves - a bag of sun-dried dandelion puffs. Colourful, cartoon-style illustrations enliven the easy-to-read text.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $18.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R051758
Brain Gains: Better Grades Through Fitness
The National visits an inner city high school in Saskatoon, SK, where teacher Allison Cameron tests the theory that vigorous daily exercise improves academic performance. City Park Collegiate is considered a high school of last resort for kids who haven't been able to make it anywhere else. The Grade 8 and 9 students contend with a wide range of behavioural problems: almost half are diagnosed with ADHD and many work at a Grade 4 level. When Allison came across groundbreaking research by Harvard psychiatrist John Ratey (author of Spark), showing a link between sustained aerobic activity and the brain's ability to learn, she took the data to her principal to make the case for a new approach. For Allison and her students, the program was a runaway success and test results prove it.
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Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: December 23, 2018
R070844
All Access (Cree Version)
In this episode from the Wapos Bay Series, cousin Betty arrives in a wheelchair and the community does its best to adapt to her personal needs. T-Bear avoids Betty when he finds out she is sick. Betty is hurt because she thinks T-Bear no longer likes her. The community of Wapos Bay decides to make it easier for Elders and people with disabilities to get around.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R046879
See a Bully! Stop a Bully!
With a focus on transforming viewers into bully detectives, this program addresses how to recognize various types of bullies, appreciate how bullies make others feel and understand what kids really think about bullies. This program encourages kids to consider the consequences of their own behaviour and understand the behaviour of others.
A teacher's guide is available.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Topic : Bullying
Price : $99.95
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R051521
My Mom's Wedding
A seven-year-old girl named Pinky is both excited and reluctant about the marriage of her mom to Jim. She learns about respect from the way that her mom, dad and Jim treat each other and deals with her own conflicting emotions regarding the divorce and the wedding. With realistic-style illustrations rendered in pastels, this book offers a comforting message regarding the varying composition of families in contemporary society.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $20.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R032755
A Sick Day for Amos McGee
A dedicated zookeeper named Amos McGee is very kind to the elephant, the tortoise, the penguin, the rhinoceros and the owl; therefore, one day when Amos has the flu, the animals unexpectedly come to nurture him back to good health. Softly coloured sketches enhance this endearing story.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $24.99
Record posted/updated: August 16, 2020
R102364
Got Lungs? Grades K-3 KNOw Tobacco Resource Guide
This website includes numerous lessons that support tobacco prevention provincial health education curricula.
Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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Record posted/updated: January 21, 2019
R101152
Fall Safety
Fall brings about thoughts of "back to school", Halloween, changing colors, and harvesting in rural areas. Out host Maggie examines school bus safety, schoolyard safety, trick-or-treating safety, and farm safety.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $119.00
Record posted/updated: January 3, 2019
R070965
Bullying. A Handbook for Educators and Parents
Based on research conducted in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Scandinavia, this professional resource from the Handbooks for Parents and Educators Series explores bullying within public schools. It provides insight into the short- and long-term effects that bullying can have on students, their families and teachers. Focusing on sexual bullying, homophobic bullying and bullying of students with disabilities, it offers insights on the social dynamics of the classroom, the hallways and the playground. Bullying: A Handbook for Educators and Parents provides guidance for teachers and parents/caregivers who are working together to prevent bullying in schools. Included are a table of contents, a glossary and an index.
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Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Bullying
Price : $43.00
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R071076
My Body Series
This series of easy-to-read books provides valuable suggestions regarding hygiene, exercise, anatomy and healthy habits. The series offers numerous colour photographs, diagrams, questions and activities. Each book includes a table of contents, a glossary, notes for parents and teachers and an index.
•  Why Do I Brush My Teeth?: An Exciting Way to Learn About Your Body!
•  Why Do I Run?: An Exciting Way to Learn About Your Body!
•  Why Do I Sleep?: An Exciting Way to Learn About Your Body!
•  Why Do I Wash My Hands?: An Exciting Way to Learn About Your Body!
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $4.84 ea.
Record posted/updated: November 13, 2019
R052202
A Sick Day for Amos McGee
Amos McGee, an elderly zookeeper, adheres to a daily routine that involves eating porridge for breakfast, catching the 6 a.m. bus for work and always making time to visit his animal friends. When Amos fails to arrive at the zoo one morning, the animals are concerned and travel to his home. They discover Amos sick with the sniffles and return the same kindness to him that he has shown to them.
This caring but humourous tale of friendship and dedication based on the 2011 Caldecott Medal winner is strengthened through its illustrations, soothing music and soft-spoken narration. It provides opportunities for classroom discussions about the reciprocal nature of friendship.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $95.00
Record posted/updated: July 8, 2024
R101630
The Story of Truth
This illustrated story is about Truth, one of the Seven Teachings. Two brothers Shane and Tyler learn how important it is to tell the truth, even if it may not be in their favour.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $124.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated: January 7, 2022
R071530
Canada's Food Guide
This website provides information relating to Canada's Food Guide, including: food choices, eating habits, recipes and tips.
Media and Formats : Website
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: April 27, 2019
R071025
Got a Problem?
The video begins to demonstrate a basic understanding of the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It includes three sections: Keep Your Hands to Yourself - students learn that using words is better than hitting and poking to solve problems; Ask Questions - students learn strategies to solve problems instead of making assumptions and blaming; and Share Ideas - students learn strategies that help to find a solution that everyone finds acceptable.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $89.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R018631
Officer Buckle and Gloria
Officer Buckle knows more about safety than anyone in the town of Napville. But whenever he tries to share his safety tips, nobody listens - until the day the Napville Police Department buys a police dog named Gloria, who has her own way of demonstrating safety tips. Based on the Caldecott Medal book by Peggy Rathmann, this program will delight audiences of all ages.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Price : $59.95 (Included in a collection)
Record posted/updated: December 3, 2021
R012012
Teatree Tells: A Child Abuse Prevention Kit
This kit provides posters, a picture book and puppet, reproducible sheets, lessons and activities for teachers to help engage young students who are learning about personal safety as it relates to sexual abuse. All of the activities give background information to teachers in order to interact with students as they learn about disclosure and secrecy to prevent sexual abuse.
Media and Formats : Kit
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $45.00
Record posted/updated: July 2, 2021
R044434
Prevention in Motion: Preventing Abuse, Bullying and Harassment of Children and Youth
Tailored for adults, this resource clearly defines various types of abuse, neglect and harassment. It outlines indications of problems and their effects on children and youth. Readers will learn of the barriers and benefits to preventing violence and methods for proactively building safer relationships within schools and communities. Included are a table of contents and a bibliography of related resources.
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Bullying Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $20.00
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R003084
No Trespassing--This is My Body!
This picture book explores the topic of how children should understand the privacy of their bodies and the differences between appropriate and inappropriate touch. It also conveys to children that feelings that result from inappropriate touch should be shared with a trusted adult. A parent guide at the back of the book goes through steps of what can be done to help and prevention tips and may be useful to educator, as well. This book contains engaging pictures and uses coloured font for important messages.
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Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : $16.96
Record posted/updated: July 2, 2021
R101629
The Story of Wisdom
This illustrated story is about Wisdom, one of the Seven Teachings. A boy comes to school very tired from not having had sufficient sleep. He realizes that his enjoyment of gym activities was impeded by his decision to play video games the night before.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $99.95 (complete set)
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R051217
Violet
A young girl named Violet is upset because all of her classmates have red, yellow or blue skin, but hers is purple! Following a heartfelt discussion with her mother, Violet realizes that she should not worry about being like other people and that people should appreciate her for who she is - not the colour of her skin. Through this story, students learn to examine how communities benefit from the diversity of their individual community members. Digital images with a hand-drawn feel bring this touching story to life.
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $15.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R071088
Pebble. A Story About Belonging
Richly illustrated with colourful collages, this picture book tells the story of a little pebble that wants more from life than just sitting on the beach. One day, in spite of discouragement from its fellow rocks, the pebble finds purpose in the palm of a young boy who claims it as his own and comes to understand that different does not mean better or worse.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $19.99
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R054009
Scaredy Squirrel
Scaredy Squirrel has determined he lives in a hazardous environment he develops strategies for reducing potential risks. Unfortunately, he finds this is a limited, boring, and not fulfilling life. A chance event proves that his assessment needs to be re-considered - he tests the assumptions and is rewarded with new experiences and discovering wonderful aspects of himself. This video is an adaptation of the picture book by Canadian writer and illustrator Mélanie Watt.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $95.00
Record posted/updated: October 8, 2020
R053992
Stone Soup
In this video, villagers learn the importance of sharing, friendship and cooperation. Weary and hungry from traveling, three monks come upon a village. Villagers are suspicious of strangers and do not greet the monks. The monks decide to make stone soup. The villagers are enticed by what is happening. Before they know it, the villagers are contributing vegetables to the stone soup. An impromptu feast occurs - tables are arranged, the soup is ready to eat, sweets are made, lanterns are lit and the villagers gather with the monks for the meal. This gathering demonstrates the importance of respect for each other, personal gifts and possessions. This video is an adaptation of the picture book written and illustrated by Jon J. Muth.
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Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $75.00
Record posted/updated: October 7, 2020
R100620
Moe & Malaya Visit the Nurse
Moe plans to play with his friend, Malaya, on their day off from school, but discovers that she and her father are on the way to the community clinic for a check-up after Malaya's recent illness. Moe asks if he can go along. After the children visit the clinic in their northern community and find out more about what it's like to be a nurse, they both decide they might make good nurses someday. The text of this book is written in English and Inuktitut.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $14.95
Record posted/updated: May 17, 2019
R100794
Dawn Flight: A Lakota Story
Long ago, a great flood occurred, renewing the Earth and cleansing the land. An eagle was sent by the Grandfather to save one member of humankind and to share the teachings of how to live with truthfulness, kindness, generosity, respect and courage. This traditional story reminds children to find the eagle in themselves, to soar above the darkness and to live in hope.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $16.99
Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
R023977
Good Wolf, Bad Wolf
In this illustrated story, grandfather tells his grandson of how the battle of two wolves is inside us all. The story highlights the concept of opposites: good and evil. When the grandson asks which of the wolves wins, the grandfather states that it is the one that you feed.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $29.95
Record posted/updated: January 7, 2022
R070730
My Body! What I Say Goes!
This picture book educates children about the importance of personal body safety. It focuses on developing student understanding of five body safety rules. Discussion questions and additional links to resources are included at the back of the book.
Media and Formats : Book
Topic : Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Price : See publisher.
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R002887
A Big Mistake?
This story is of a girl who gives away a necklace that was gifted to her by her Kokum. She does so to honour an Ojibwe Elder’s teaching that if a person compliments a possession of yours, you need to give it to them. She wonders whether she has done the right thing for fear of making her kokum sad. She learns to understand that there is no mistake in giving.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : See publisher.
Record posted/updated: June 15, 2022
R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health and safety needs of staff, students and their families who self-identify as gender and/or sexually diverse; provide practical strategies, suggestions and frequently asked questions to support schools and communities as they work with students to anticipate and overcome challenges related to transphobia, homophobia and heterosexism; acknowledge the shared responsibility of ensuring that all students who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse have the same opportunities for safety, socialization and success in schools; assist educators in planning curricular-based instruction and assessment to meet the unique needs of gender and/or sexually diverse students; and assist school divisions and First Nations and Métis organizations to fulfill their ethical and professional responsibilities to provide safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students regardless of their actual or perceived differences.
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019