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What Can We Learn from Primary-Source Documents? Lesson 2

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students extrapolate information from primary-source documents. They read and research to create a whole-class timeline of events leading up to 1867 and Confederation.
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Why Not Come to North Amercia?

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students examine the motives for French expansion into the New World, they evaluate primary source documents to determine who, what, when, where and why.
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Orange Revolution Lesson 3: Good Governance

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the Orange Revolution. In this Orange Revolution instructional activity, students examine the climate of the Ukrainian protest and investigate the role of Canadian government in the protest.
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Nunavut - Flag and Coat of Arms

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine the symbolism of flags and coats of arms. In this community lesson plan, students discuss the meaning behind the Nunavut flag and coat of arms. Students then design flags and coats of arms that represent their communities.
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Metis- Grade 11

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders consider the impact of immigration on native peoples. In this Canadian history lesson, 11th graders watch "Places Not Our Own," and then participate in a classroom simulation that requires them to consider land...
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Red River Spy Mission

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders analyze causes of the Red River Rebellion. In this Canadian history lesson, 8th graders consider the differing points of view of the groups involved in this rebellion. Students research Louis Riel and Sir John MacDonald.
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Comparison of Political Ideologies in the Context of Constitutional Preambles

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the various philosophies that form the foundations of political systems of major world countries.
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Government Bingo

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students play a Bingo game to review the facts and concepts of the Canadian System of Government.
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Citizenship in Action

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research an area of government, and plan a summer institute at the provincial level to share their findings with others. They must research the topic, decide who to invite, and what information and activities should be...
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Small Group Acting: Enlivening Canadian History

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders role-play events in Canadian history. In small groups they develop a script, practice their skit, and perform a skit for the class depicting various events in Canadian history.
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European Union

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students read a short dialogue that takes place between a Canadian who is touring France and a French citizen.  For this World History lesson, students create answers to comprehension questions.  Students participate in a class...
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The Youth Criminal Justice Act

For Teachers 3rd - 10th
Young scholars review the Youth Criminal Justice Act and examine the consequences for young people who commit crimes. They investigate the rehabilitation and reintegration processes associated with the act.
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Alberta And Saskatchwan: the View in 1905

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Pupils analyze the differences between maps 1905 and current maps of Alberta and Saskatchewan. They use maps from the Canadian Council for Geographic Education to complete a guided inquiry. This lesson also has many extension activities.
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Canadian Olympic Athletes

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Students select an athlete from the Canadian Olympians website. They select pictures and list the qualities demonstrated by their chosen athlete which are required for the sport. They create posters showing their chosen athlete in action.
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Refugees

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the internet as well as personal interviews to research refugees and refugee status from a Canadian and international perspective.
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Technology of War Questions

For Students 8th - 12th
In this Canadian history worksheet, students read Canadian History, by Ian Hundey and then respond to 7 short answer questions about war technologies.
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First Nations Contributions

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders recognize the contributions made my Indigenous people around the world. In this research skills lesson, 11th graders research native peoples of several countries and create presentations that feature the contributions of...
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Compare the United States Government with Other Political Systems

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore the U.S. form of government and illustrate other forms of government found throughout the world. They explain the similarities and differences between the U.S and other governments.
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Treaties - Grade 8

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine treaties pertaining to Canadian natives. In this Canadian history lesson, 8th graders watch "Frist Nations: The Unbroken Circle," and then discuss the negotiations that took place between the Nisga'a people and the...
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Metis - Grade 10

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders investigate the organization and purpose of the Metis. In this Canadian history instructional activity, 10th graders watch "Metis Settlements," and then participate in talking circles sharing their impressions of the video.
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The Jungle: Study Questions and Essay Topics

For Students 10th - 12th
In this The Jungle worksheet, learners discuss the theme, symbolism, and political views presented in The Jungle by Upton Sinclair.  Students construct essays related to the Sinclair's depiction of capitalism and socialism.
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Canada - US: Approaches to Immigration

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore the Canadian immigration experience through comparison and contrast to American immigration and settlement patterns. In this immigration patterns lesson plan, 6th graders dialogue their opinions regarding...
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Creating Professional Awareness: What I Discovered At The Teachers' Institute On Canadian Parliamentary Democracy

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students do research about the Canadian government and become aware of all the resources available to them.
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South Carolina and Quebec - A Comparative Study

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Pupils compare the structure and functions of the state government of South Carolina and the provincial government of Quebec. They examine the role of political parties and differing expressions of democracy and make a...

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