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The physical challenges of being born with hydrocephalus are nothing compared to the wretched emotional circumstances that plague Junior's life on the reservation. The daily grind of abject poverty, addiction and abuse lead him to an English school...
We are Water Protectors is a beautifully illustrated story of an Ojibwe girl who has been taught the importance of water by her grandmother. Her ancestors foretold of a "black snake" that would someday come and destroy the land and poison the water....
When I Was Eight tells the story of Olemaun, a young Inuit girl desperate to learn to read English. Against her father's better judgement, she is sent to school where she faces many cruelties at the hands of the nuns. In spite of the challenges she faced,...
The worm family takes on human characteristics as they are introduced as a mother, father and a typical teenager who hates his worm existence, especially when he finds a hair in his supper. In an effort to teach him a moral lesson the father tells the...
After being separated from her loving but alcoholic parents April Raintree is forced to abandon her heritage in order to survive in an indifferent foster care system. Thus, when April reunites with her sister Cheryl she is appalled to discover...
“ABC in Harmony” is a cheerful picture book that delivers a profound message about how we should treat each other and the planet we live on. The bright pictures and simple text in this literacy tool for primary grades can also be used...
I Am Not a Number recounts the story of Irene Couchie, a young Ojibwe girl who gets sent to a residential school. At school, she faces many cruelties, she is punished for speaking her native language and not allowed to use her real name. Instead, she...
The hilarious title of this book is a clue to the engaging content contained within. “Do Fish Fart?” provides answers to some of the most entertaining student questions regarding aquatic life while delivering a serious message about...
In this short video, Bill Nye promotes an "eco-friendly kitchen," focusing on the problems associated with purchasing more food than is consumed and the improper disposal of food waste. This program is part of the Stuff Happens TV series that examines...
Terry Teegee, Regional Chief of the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations and former forestry coordinator for Takla Lake First Nations, argues that unsustainable forestry practices and disregard for traditional indigenous knowledge about forest ecosystems...
This fast-paced video emphasizes that in the world of ecology, 'change is good'. Since stability never happens in ecosystems, naturally-occurring, “intermediate disturbances” can actually create new habitats and more biodiverse communities....
What is Climate Change is one of six 'big questions' students can investigate using the Climate Kids website. This lesson explains the science behind why our climate is changing and why it is important. Links to short readings, video descriptions, scientific...
In this four-part series, hosts Zoe and Eric take students on video field trips to the oil sands operation in Northern Alberta. Students learn what oil sand is, why it is important, how it is taken out of the ground and the challenges involved. The videos...
This short film shows the evolution of fishing throughout history. It also illustrates how technological advances in fisheries have allowed us to increase our catch but ultimately it has caused the decline of the industry. Despite new initiaves to stop...
This short video explores the issue of invasive species. Focusing on the zebra mussel, the film effectively demonstrates the environmental and economic damage that can result from the introduction of this and other non-native species. Attention...
Bill uses his wacky antics, mini-clips and simulations to demonstrate how important it is for all of us to prepare for the future by developing solutions to combat the worldwide pollution problem. This entertaining and insightful video examines non-point...
By balancing their ecosystem, otters are playing a role in the fight against climate change. Students learn about the connection between sea otters, sea urchins and kelp forests and understand the importance of a balanced ecosystem in the struggle to...
In this video, a boy named Krrish talks to the audience about the importance of climate action. He visits his friends via technology who are youth activists around the globe and they share their stories of working towards reversing the effects of climate...
This powerful video brings light to the tens of thousands of everyday products (makeup, vinyl, plastics, pesticides) that are linked to conditions such as asthma, autism, ADHD, diabetes, cancer, infertility, cognitive disorders, obesity, reproductive...
This resource offers a number of engaging activities in which students identify and interpret animal tracks left behind in the snow. The learning can take place in a near-by natural area, the schoolyard and the classroom. The resource provides direct...