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Dreaming Alongside

Elementary

Description

Dreaming Alongside is a lovely picture book that is perfect for an elementary classroom. It stresses the importance of family, traditions and caring for the Earth while also delivering the message of paying attention to your dreams. First Nations communities believe that dreams are a form of medicine, helping us to process the world around us. The readers are encouraged to daydream as well in order to let our imagination soar.

General Assessment

Recommendation of how and where to use it

Dreaming Alongside is a wonderful read aloud book for the early elementary classroom. It would help to attain outcomes related to community and caring for the Earth. The class could explore daydreams they may have and create artwork or written pieces that explore that topic.

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Themes Addressed

Ecosystems (1)

  • Appreciating the Natural World

Human Health & Environment (1)

  • Quality of Life

Human Rights (1)

  • Cultural Diversity

Indigenous Knowledge (1)

  • Rituals, Spirituality and Worldviews

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