Native Americans Unit Plans

The Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters is a must-have resource for teachers looking to educate their students about the history of residential schools and the significance of Orange Shirt Day. This fully editable workbook provides a comprehensive, age-appropriate exploration of truth and reconciliation, and empowers students to reflect on the "Every Child Matters" message through engaging activities and thoughtful reflection.

Why Teachers Should Buy It:

1. Differentiated for Various Reading Levels: With two differentiated versions (Primary and Junior), this resource is perfect for classes with students at different reading levels. Whether you're working with younger students or those who need more challenging material, both versions allow for an inclusive and engaging learning experience for all.
2. Editable for Personalization: The fully editable PowerPoint format allows you to customize the content to meet your classroom's unique needs. Add local context, adjust the reading passages, or simplify the activities to suit your students’ abilities.
3. Supports Meaningful Conversations: This workbook offers a structured and respectful way to introduce the difficult topics of residential schools and reconciliation. The activities, which include reading comprehension, reflection questions, and creative tasks, foster empathy and understanding in your students.
4. Engaging Content: Students will learn about Phyllis Webstad’s personal story, the origins of Orange Shirt Day, and the broader history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The workbook includes beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals and worksheets designed to captivate and educate.
5. Promotes Critical Thinking and Reflection: Encourage students to critically reflect on the impact of residential schools through thoughtful questions, journaling activities, and art-based projects such as designing their own "Orange Shirt" to symbolize the “Every Child Matters” movement.
6. Complete Resource for Educators: Whether you're new to teaching Orange Shirt Day or an experienced educator, this resource provides everything you need to facilitate these vital conversations in your classroom. It's easy to use, visually appealing, and ready to print or edit.

Included:

• Two differentiated versions (Primary & Junior) for various reading levels
• Reading passages on Phyllis Webstad’s story and the history of residential schools
• Indigenous culture vocabulary and illustrations
• Reflection and comprehension worksheets
• Creative activities (e.g., designing an Orange Shirt)

Ensure that your Orange Shirt Day lesson is impactful and informative with the Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters. Help your students understand the importance of reconciliation and foster a culture of respect and inclusivity in your classroom.

Learn the importance of inukshuks in Inuit culture in Canada's Arctic. Students learn about the 4 types of inukshuks, their purpose - activity included as well as question worksheet. Paint inukshuks with a winter art activity lesson as well.

Page 1: All about inukshuks
Page 2: Types of inukshuks activity
Page 3: Types of inukshuks activity (answer key)

Page 4: Inukshuk questions
Page 5: Inukshuk questions (answer key)
Page 6: Lesson plan for inukshuk art project

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Learn all about Inuit culture; life is Canada's arctic, igloos, inukshuks in this Indigenous Education bundle. 16 pages of learning about the Inuit in Canada. Winter activities, cultural learning and interesting and engaging lessons!

1) Inuit Culture and Life (4 pages):
Learn about Inuit culture, traditions and modern life with this 4 page lesson. Living in Canada's Arctic is not what most of us are used to and the Inuit culture is incredibly rich. Students will learn about how Inuit people lived and survived in the past and learn about Inuit communities that exist today.

2) All About Igloos (6 pages):
Learn how the Inuit people used and built igloos in Canada's arctic. 3 page handout lesson, reflection questions and a lesson plan to guide you building igloos. This is a fun winter activity.

3) All About Inukshuks (6 pages):
Learn the importance of inukshuks in Inuit culture in Canada's Arctic. Students learn about the 4 types of inukshuks, their purpose - activity included as well as question worksheet. Paint inukshuks with my art lesson plan as well.

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Learn about Canada's Inuit culture in the arctic, igloos, inukshuks, seasons from an Indigenous perspective and they will learn about and make Métis Dot Art. 30+ pages of winter activities and lessons! Winter dot art paired with Inuit culture is a perfect way to incorporate Indigenous education into your classroom!

1) Inuit Culture and Life (6 pages):
Learn all about Inuit culture, traditions and modern life. Living in the Arctic is not what most of us are used to and the Inuit culture is incredible. Students will learn about how Inuit people lived and survived in the past and learn about Inuit communities that exist today. Students will learn about inukshuks and igloos as well. If you want the FULL unit which includes the activities and projects about igloos and inukshuks, here is my Inuit bundle.

2) All About Igloos (6 pages):
The perfect winter or Christmas time activity for you and your students. Learn about how the Inuit people used and built igloos in the Canadian arctic! 3 pages of learning, followed by reflection questions and a lesson plan for a building activity. Students will create their own igloos with modelling clay. This is a favourite activity for my students!

3) All About Inukshuks (3 pages):
Discover the importance of inukshuks in Inuit culture and life. Students will learn about the various types of inukshuks and what their uses are. The art project turns out beautifully - students create inukshuks using sponges and paint. This is part of my Inuit culture unit, but can be done on its own.

4) The Seasons - An Indigenous Perspective for Primary Grades (11 pages):

Looking to teach the 4 seasons to primary students? This authentic Indigenous resource teaches how Indigenous people traditionally survived the 4 seasons - our inventions, our hunting and gathering, ways of life. Students will decorate a tree for each season and print out the name of the season.

5) Indigenous Art - Winter Métis Dot Art (16 pages):
Learn how to create winter Métis Dot Art, which mimics Indigenous beadwork. This artwork turns out beautifully AND you are teaching your students Indigenous culture. You will learn all about what Métis dot art is and students will create their own Métis Dot Art. Included is a lesson plan, an individual student activity

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