In Grandpa’s Girls, the grandchildren love spending time with Grandpa and exploring the farm. This story is inspired by the author’s memories of visiting her own grandpa’s farm. His resilience and determination as a person who attended Indian residential school created a home full of love, sharing and teaching for the next generation. Where does your family come together?
Describe where you live. (E.g., near freshwater springs like Grandpa, beside the railway tracks, close to fields or major roadways, in the city.)
Do you have a root cellar in your house? What makes your home special to you?
How do you stay safe where you live? (E.g., keep doors locked, look both ways before crossing the road, have a fire safety plan.)
What makes your family unique? (E.g., language spoken, food, traditions celebrated, dynamics of the family.)
Curriculum Connections: Social Studies (Communities, Cultures, Celebrations)