by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Have students look into the current caribou population in this territory.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
The caribou hunt is explained in this chapter. As a class, explore what the uses were for caribou (including those that are discussed in the chapter) and consider what else the Dogrib people used caribou for.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
With students, discuss the significance of Blood Rock. Sharing stories about the land is important throughout this book. Find stories of the land near you, visit those places as a class if you can and/or have an Elder or knowledge keeper come into your class to share...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Ask students: What do the characters in the story believe about Madelaine?
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Ask students: What lessons do the grandchildren learn in this chapter? What in the story or illustrations lets us know about the lessons? What types of lessons have you experienced when learning or working with your grandparents or other family? How are these lessons...
