Indigenous Experiences in Alberta – Page 2

Publisher: Eschia Books
Genres: Non-Fiction; Children's; Indigenous
Grade Level: 2; 3; 4; 5; 6
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Social Studies; English Language Arts
Description: Through short stories, Spirit Animals: The Wisdom of Nature provides insight into some Indigenous perspectives on relationships with and between animals. As noted in the introduction, the book’s content isn’t gospel but it will introduce … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: Eschia Books
Genres: Non-Fiction; Children's; Learning
Grade Level: K; 1; 2; 3
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Health and Life Skills; Social Studies; English Language Arts; Indigenous Languages; Music
Description: This kit features four storybooks, a CD of the stories read aloud, and a Cree Women in Song CD with a lyric booklet—making it a complete multimedia experience showcasing Woodland Cree teachings around childhood and … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: Durvile & Uproute Books
Genres: Anthology; Children's; Young Adult; Indigenous
Grade Level: K; 1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; English Language Arts; Science; Social Studies; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta
Description: Siksikaitsitapi is a collection of seven stories from Blackfoot Elders, authors, and artists, which showcases the strong historical roots of Blackfoot culture and language while celebrating the contemporary nation members and teachings. With brightly coloured … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: Durvile & Uproute Books
Genres: Young Adult; Indigenous; Children's Fiction
Grade Level: 2; 3; 4; 5; 6
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; English Language Arts; Ethics; Health and Life Skills; Social Studies; Indigenous Languages; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta
Description: Told through the perspective of 11-year-old Lillian, Lillian & Kokomis highlights the importance of self-acceptance and community through this young girl’s experience with the foster care system. While this story could introduce early learners to … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: Durvile & Uproute Books
Genres: Children's; Young Adult; Indigenous
Grade Level: 2; 3; 4; 5; 6
Curriculum Connections: English Language Arts; Science; Social Studies; Indigenous Matters; Health and Life Skills; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta
Description: The Tree by the Woodpile is the first book in the Spirit of Nature series, and comprises three stories. The first and longest story, “The Tree by the Woodpile,” is about a young Dene boy … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: Summerthought Publishing
Genres: Children's; Indigenous
Grade Level: 1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; French as a Second Language; French Language Arts; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Canadian History; Alberta History; Indigenous Languages; Social Studies; English Language Arts
Description: Told in Haida, English, and French, The Two Brothers: A Haida Story is about two brothers who decide to explore the huge mountains they had seen on trips south of Haida Gwaii. One brother chooses … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: NeWest Press
Genres: Speculative Fiction; Young Adult; Action / Adventure
Grade Level: 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
Curriculum Connections: English Language Arts; Immigrants Experiences in Alberta; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Canadian History; Alberta History
Description: Rescue in the Rockies is the continuation of Janey’s time-travelling experiences, this time focusing on the area of modern-day Banff. Featuring fictional historical characters such as local Stoney Nakoda and detainees in a World War … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: University of Calgary Press
Genres: Scholarly; Non-Fiction
Grade Level: 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; English Language Arts; Ethics; Environmental and Outdoor Education; Health and Life Skills; Social Studies; Indigenous Languages; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Alberta History
Description: Blackfoot Ways of Knowing provides a deep dive into Blackfoot language, culture, and traditional knowledge intertwined with Betty Bastien’s engagement with her identity. Guided by Elders and her own experiences, Bastien provides an extensive exploration … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: University of Calgary Press
Genres: Scholarly; Non-Fiction
Grade Level: 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; English Language Arts; Ethics; Environmental and Outdoor Education; Social Studies; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; Alberta History; Canadian History
Description: In As Long As This Land Shall Last, Fumoleau outlines the relationships and parties involved in the areas under Treaty 8 and Treaty 11, which includes Northern Alberta. Particular attention is paid to providing sources … [Click to Read More]

Publisher: University of Calgary Press
Genres: Scholarly; Non-Fiction
Grade Level: 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
Curriculum Connections: Indigenous Matters; Social Studies; Canadian History; Alberta History; Indigenous Experiences in Alberta; French Communities Experiences in Alberta; Ethics
Description: La Confédération canadienne est un sujet complexe à aborder d’une manière qui reconnaît les peuples autochtones, les colons anglophones et les colons francophones, mais La Confédération, 1864-1999 tente de décrire les facteurs principaux qui ont … [Click to Read More]

Rescue in the Rockies