The underlying foundations for all elements of this "Cree Language and Culture 12-year Program Guide to Implementation (Kindergarten to Grade 3)" are Cree values--those viewpoints and ways of being that characterize the Cree way of life. They are as important today in educating students in the Cree language and culture as they have ever…

This guide will provide the reader with the tools needed to plan a successful Cree language experience in the classroom. As a teacher, you will choose appropriate activities with your students from the Sample Teaching and Learning Activities. The activities and assessment strategies are samples you can add to and adapt to fit your classroom…

This implementation guide is designed to assist teachers as they plan and implement the Cree Language and Culture Nine-year Program of Studies. Five chapters include: (1) Introduction; (2) Teaching and Learning Cree Language and Culture; (3) Planning for Instruction; (4) Classroom Assessment and Evaluation; and (5) Grade Level Samples (with…

Provides a brief account of early French contacts with various north and south American natives. Includes a reproduction of an early woodcut depicting Brazilian natives and a statement by Father Charles Lalement which characterizes the American Indians as filthy, violent savages. (JDH)

High school students analyze real-life case studies, taken from the files of the Ontario Human Rights Commission, to learn about the effects of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination with regard to native people in Canada. (RM)

This course is designed to teach third and fourth grade children about the missionary work of the General Conference Mennonite Church among Native Americans in Oklahoma, Montana, Arizona, and northern Manitoba. However, the materials may be adapted for use with children or intergenerational groups of any age. The course contains 13 sessions--2…

Describes the problems inherent in teaching native Canadian Indian literature selections and explores the problems in finding high quality native literature to use in classes with increasing numbers of native Indians enrolled. (CRH)

Explains the ramifications of connections between Michigan and Ontario, Canada over time. Focuses on six themes: (1) the Indian earth; (2) the arrival of Europeans; (3) the creation of the political boundary; (4) the problems of the nineteenth century; (5) the significance of the automobile; and (6) the current situation. (DB)

Examines the influence of New France on Canadian history, focusing on the survival of a strong francophone culture in North America. Presents the politics, culture, and geography of Quebec, the center of French Canada. (DB)

A series of class activities for French instruction includes uses of the telephone book, tape recordings, advertising, word and pattern games, and creation of a radio program. Suggestions for instruction of Canadian natives include games for animal, body, and clothing vocabulary. (MSE)

Provides background information on Emily Carr, who is considered one of Canada's greatest painters. Includes a reproduction on her artwork titled "Vanquished" and presents ideas for activities. Explains that "Vanquished" reflects the collapse of the North American Indian civilization along the coast of British Columbia. (CMK)

Presents an art activity where students create Inuit-style animals. Discusses the Inuit (Eskimo) artform in which the compositions utilize patterning and textures, such as small lines signifying fur. Explains that this project is well suited to a study of animals or to integrate with a social studies unit about Canada. (CMK)

Materials and suggestions to help teachers in grades K-6 highlight special dates that hold significance for Canadian children are provided. The purpose is to arouse an awareness in children of their Canadian identity. The "patriotic observances" should take place at the beginning of every school day. Materials concerning Canadian natural…

Discusses trickster tales as a genre, referring to examples from several cultures, especially Canadian cultures. Cites an anthology "Indian Legends of Canada" and annotates six series of tales. Suggests creative teaching projects to complement a trickster tale literature study. (SD)

Discusses the merits of the whole language approach in the context of teaching Canadian Native children to read and write in English. Ways of adapting and supplementing the whole language approach for their specific needs are suggested. (six references) (Author/LB)