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Everything is One

Elementary, Middle

Description

During this activity, students are introduced to the deep knowledge and connections that Indigenous people have with the land and the natural world. Learning about traditional knowledge and how invasive species can impact peoples’ relationship with the environment.  

The activity is divided into 3 parts:

Part 1: Everything is One,

During this part of the activity, student will be asked to imagine what it would be like to live in a time before the internet and electronics, before grocery stores, pharmacies, and shopping malls. By presenting a popular phrase used by first nations, “Everything is One” student will take part in a guided discussion to clarify it’s meaning.

Part 2: Case Studies,

Students will explore in small group different case studies that include examples of artwork, authentic texts, and videos from First Nations in BC. The impact of invasive species is considered in the context of these relationships with the land.

Part 3: Get Outdoors!

Students will get the chance to explore a green space and take a closer look at the species and habitats they have learned about in their case study.

General Assessment

Strengths

  • excellent resource sheets and background information are provided
  • the activities are interesting and worthwhile
  • respect for nature is encouraged
  • the site is easy to use.
  • many additional resources are added
  • guided questions are included for discussion

Weaknesses

No assessment tool is included  

Recommendation of how and where to use it

This resource can be used to enhance and reinforce topics involving the interactions of ecosystems, biodiversity, and habitat preservation in late elementary and middle level science classes. It can also be used in after-school programs, summer camps, and environmental education programs.

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Themes Addressed

Ecosystems (7)

  • Appreciating the Natural World
  • Biodiversity
  • Endangered Species
  • Habitat Loss
  • Interdependence
  • Invasive Species
  • Wildlife Protection

Human Rights (1)

  • Cultural Diversity

Indigenous Knowledge (1)

  • TEK -- Traditional Ecological Knowledge

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