by boot | Feb 28, 2025
Have students research the community highlighted in the chapter. They may examine location, population, history, language, culture, industry and governance. Students can present their findings in a multimedia presentation (PowerPoint, Sway, etc.), report format or...
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Have students locate Sudan on a world map and consult the maps at the beginning of the book. As they read the novel, keep track of the places Poni’s travels take her.
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Review the timeline of the conflict in the Sudan, located at the back of the book. Have students heard of any of these events?
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Students can engage in an independent or small group writing and interviewing project by interviewing a local Anishinaabe Elder or mnoomin picker. Students would first plan out the interview by researching Anishinaabe culture to create informed questions to ask the...
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Invite an Anishinaabe Elder or mnoomin picker to visit the school. Encourage students to brainstorm interview questions in advance.
