The Seven Sacred/Grandfather Teachings
Introduction to The Seven Sacred/Grandfather Teachings a two-week exploration The Seven Sacred Teachings originate from the Seven Grandfather Teachings from the Anishinaabe people and have been adopted by many (but not all) First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. The teachings focus on the relationships we have with all of creation and offer suggestions for the […]
Empathy: Grade 7+
Division 3: Grade 7+ Below are discussion questions and activities to foster empathy for animals, people, and the environment. Both the discussion questions and activities are part of the ‘Empathy’ character education theme for the 2022-2023 school year! To see other character building themes, click here! Discussion Questions: What does the phrase ‘through their eyes’ […]
Empathy: Grade 4 – 6
Division 2: Grade 4 – 6 Below are discussion questions and activities to foster empathy for animals, people, and the environment. Both the discussion questions and activities are part of the ‘Empathy’ character education theme for the 2022-2023 school year! To see other character building themes, click here! Discussion Questions: How do you think the […]
Empathy: K – Grade 3
Division 1: Kindergarten – Grade 3 Below are discussion questions and activities to foster empathy for animals, people, and the environment. Both the discussion questions and activities are part of the ‘Empathy’ character education theme for the 2022-2023 school year! To see other character building themes, click here! Discussion Questions: What do you see on […]
Current Events: Using news stories about animals to foster critical thinking and perspective taking
Current Events Using news stories about animals to foster critical thinking and perspective taking Class or group discussions can be a great place to develop outcomes associated with critical thinking, communication, collaboration and perspective taking. Issues related to animals inherently impact people and the environment, and discussing these interconnections can be a great place work […]
Lesson 6: Positive Interactions (Div 2)
Lesson 6: Positive Interactions This lesson will explore the importance of positive interactions with animals. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Positive Interactions’ (5:14) video. Positive Interactions Post-Video Discussion Questions How would you feel if someone you didn’t know came up into your personal space? Do you think animals share this feeling? What are […]
Lesson 5: Behaviour (Div 2)
Lesson 5: Behaviour This lesson will explore how the behavioural needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Behaviour’ (4:30) video. Behaviour Post-Video Discussion Questions What are some natural behaviours of kids your age? Learning, running, exploring, playing with other kids, etc. What are some natural behaviours of pets that you […]
Lesson 4: Health (Div 2)
Lesson 4: Health This lesson will explore how the health needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Health’ (4:22) video. Health Post-Video Discussion Questions What does prevention mean? What are things we do on a daily basis that prevents us from experiencing injury or disease? Wearing a seat belt, washing […]
Lesson 3: Environment (Div 2)
Lesson 3: Environment This lesson will explore how the environmental needs of animals are met. Watch the ‘Five Needs of Animals – Environment’ (4:52) video. Environment Post-Video Discussion Questions Where is a comfortable place for you to sit down or rest? Couch, chair, bed, on grass, pillows, etc. How would you feel if your classroom […]
Lesson 2: Nutrition (Div 2)
Lesson 2: Nutrition This lesson will explore how the nutritional needs of animals are met. Watch the “Five Needs of Animals – Nutrition” (4:12) video. Nutrition Post-Video Discussion Questions What does it mean when people say ‘be sure to eat a balanced diet’? Why is it important to do so? A balanced diet means you […]