Turtle island conservation : Miskwaadesi and A’nó:wara : curriculum-based activities guide

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This resource was created for students in grades four to six. However, teachers of other grades may wish to adapt exercises for their own grade and culturally appropriate activities. This resource is written from a First Nations perspective and is culturally infused with Traditional Knowledge and Teachings. This information is important in the educational development of First Nations youth, and is of equal importance for cultural awareness and sensitivity of all youth. This resource also promotes dialogue between Elders and youth, which is important in the transfer of Traditional Knowledge. Each activity, within the thirteen chapters, begins with ‘Teacher Background,’ outlining important information about the activities and additional resources such as supplementary web links. The ‘Materials’ section outlines the tools needed to complete the activity, while the Steps’ section gives a step-by-step breakdown of the activity. Worksheets needed for applicable activities are found at the end of the document in the ‘Activity Worksheets’ section. The thirteen chapters mind the thirteen moons, the thirteen moons on the turtle’s back (scutes or sections of shell), and may be undertaken in whole or in part after reading the appropriate chapter of Walking with Miskwaadesi or Walking with A’nó:wara. This activity document outlines and promotes collaborative engagement with the interconnections which surround people on earth. It is important for young people to understand the connections within their culture and with the world around them.

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This resource was created for students in grades four to six. However, teachers of other grades may wish to adapt exercises for their own grade and culturally appropriate activities. This resource is written from a First Nations perspective and is culturally infused with Traditional Knowledge and Teachings. This information is important in the educational development of First Nations youth, and is of equal importance for cultural  awareness and sensitivity of all youth. This resource also promotes dialogue between Elders and youth, which is important in the transfer of Traditional Knowledge. Each activity, within the thirteen chapters, begins with ‘Teacher Background,’ outlining important information about the activities and additional resources such as supplementary web links. The ‘Materials’ section outlines the tools needed to complete the activity, while the Steps’ section gives a step-by-step breakdown of the activity. Worksheets needed for applicable activities are found at the end of the document in the ‘Activity Worksheets’ section. The thirteen chapters mind the thirteen moons, the thirteen moons on the turtle’s back (scutes or sections of shell), and may be undertaken in whole or in part after reading the appropriate chapter of Walking with Miskwaadesi or Walking with A’nó:wara. This activity document outlines and promotes collaborative engagement with the interconnections which surround people on earth. It is important for young people to understand the connections within their culture and with the world around them.

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Introduction -- As the Journey Begins -- Mapping activity: Sacred Spaces and Special Places -- Activity Chapter 1. Morning Prayers and Thanksgiving Address -- Activity Chapter 2. Turtle Teachings -- Activity Chapter 3. Ontario's Turtle Families and Species at Risk -- Activity Chapter 4. Neighbours and Friends -- Activity Chapter 5. Healthy Habitats -- Activity Chapter 6. Turtle Stories -- Activity Chapter 7. Turtles Families of the World -- Activity Chapter 8. The Importance of Water -- Activity Chapter 9. Water: Our Business -- Activity Chapter 10. Frog Friends -- Activity Chapter 11. Turtle Tally -- Activity Chapter 12. What Else Can We Do? -- Activity Chapter 13. Celebration -- Activity Worksheets -- Anishinaabe Morning Prayer -- Thanksgiving Address.