Growing Plants

Depending what time of year you are reading this book, you have different options to grow plants from bulbs or seeds. Explore the requirements to grow something with your class. Decide if you would like to grow something from seed to plant in a pot or school/community...

Gardening

Tess’s grandmother says to her, “Let’s put on our boots and our sweaters. I am going to show you my garden.” Ask students to think about a time when they have been to a garden and to describe what they have seen. Ask students if they have gardened. If your school has...

Grandparents

Discuss things/activities students have done or do together with a grandparent or other family member. Why was this a special time for them?

Chapter Discussion: Waasekom, 17

Research and define the Seven Grandfather Teachings of the Ojibwa. Where do they come from? How are they taught traditionally? What are the potential applications for the Seven Grandfather Teachings? How are they alike or different from values or traditions you may...

Chapter Discussion: Mccayla, 12

Research the different types of dances and dancers represented in a powwow. As a class, create a chart paper list of all the dances and dance styles that are represented. Have students (in pairs or small groups) choose one and research its origin, the Indigenous...