Grade 3
Treaty Relationships
Books
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"…And They Told Us Their Stories": A Book of Indian StoriesThe introduction by Chief Harry Lafond sets the context for the stories collected from community members by Shirley Bear, George Sutherland, Carol Lafond, Carol Machiskinic, Marina Smokeyday. Christine Baldhead, Peter PeeAce, Gordon Royal and Leona Daniels. Very readable and informative, this is a resource of personal reflections that will contribute significantly to learning (Publisher).
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Funk, J., & Lobe, G. (Eds.). (1991). "...And they told us their stories": A book of Indian stories. Saskatoon, SK: Saskatoon District Tribal Council.
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Angelique: Buffalo Hunt (Our Canadian Girl)In this historical fiction which is set in the West, ten-year old Angelique Dumas gets her first chance to be a part of the grown-up buffalo hunt. She knows she will have new responsibilities and that it will be hard work. However, upon wandering off, she finds herself in the middle of a stampede and must apply all she knows in order to survive.
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Taylor, C. (2002). Our Canadian Girl: Angelique: Buffalo hunt. Toronto, ON: Penguin Canada.
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Bison Supermarket (Educational Kit)The beautiful package used for this kit is called a "parfleche", based on an ancient Aboriginal packaging method. This 6" x 9.5" parfleche contains a colourful 17" x 22" poster showing the ancient uses of bison. It also contains a 20-page activity booklet and a bison tracer (Publisher).
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People in Their World. (2001). Bison supermarket (Educational Kit). Saskatoon, SK: Great Plains.
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The Buffalo are BackThis book tells the story of the dramatic comeback of the buffalo from the brink of extinction to the herds that now roam in North America. This book will help children understand the importance of protecting the balance in nature.
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George, J. C., & Minor, W. (2010). The buffalo are back. New York, NY: Dutton Children's Books.
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Buffalo DreamsSarah Bearpaw experiences a special moment when she travels with her family to see a newly born white buffalo calf. This story includes the legend of the white buffalo as well as instructions for making a dreamcatcher.
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Doner, K. (2006). Buffalo dreams. Portland, OR: WestWinds Press.
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Buffalo Learns RespectTurtle Island Voices, grades 1-6, consist of ten titles per grade. The series offers aboriginal children a unique opportunity to see themselves in their learning materials. It is rooted in the concepts of inter-connectedness, respect for life, and the quest for a better future. It offers all children the opportunity to recognize the role and contributions of Aboriginal peoples in the life, culture, and heritage of Canada (Publisher).
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Bouchard, D. (2011). Turtle Island Voices: Buffalo learns respect. Oakville, ON: Rubicon Publishing Inc.
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Claire and Her GrandfatherClaire and her grandfather, an aboriginal elder, discuss the contributions Indigenous peoples have made related to food, transportation, exploration, the arts and technology. Claire comes to understand her culture and is able then better able to share her family’s history and culture with her classmates. Available in pdf and audio formats.
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Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada. (2011). Claire and her grandfather. Ottawa, ON: Aboriginal Affairs and
Northern Development Canada.
Northern Development Canada.
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The Disappearance and Resurgence of the BuffaloThrough paintings, text and verse, Cooper tells the story of this land, from the days when buffalo herd roamed freely to the advent of industrialization (Publisher).
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Cooper, J. (1995). The disappearance and resurgence of the buffalo. Herschel, SK: Ancient Echoes Interpretive Centre.
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The First Nations and the Newcomers Settle in What is Now Known as Saskatchewan: A Treaty Resource Guide for Grade Three.
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Office of the Treaty Commissioner. (2008). The First Nations and the newcomers settle in what is now known as Saskatchewan:
A treaty resource guide for grade three. Saskatoon, SK: Office of the Treaty Commissioner. Retrieved from http://www.otc.ca/public/uploads/resource_photo/Grade_3_TFNATNSIWIKNAS.pdf
A treaty resource guide for grade three. Saskatoon, SK: Office of the Treaty Commissioner. Retrieved from http://www.otc.ca/public/uploads/resource_photo/Grade_3_TFNATNSIWIKNAS.pdf
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Hidden BuffaloThe 2004 Alberta Children’s Book of the year tells the story of a young boy sent to find buffalo. Through a vision, he learns he must save the Cree people from starvation by finding the animals even though they have not been seen all summer long. This traditional Cree story shares the power of prayer and the importance of the First Nations people’s determination to survive.
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Wiebe, R., & Lonechild, M. (2006). Hidden buffalo. Calgary, AB: Red Deer Press.
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The Legend of White Buffalo WomanIn this Lakota legend, Paul Goble tells the story of White Buffalo Woman who presents her people with the first peace pipe. She teaches them the importance of prayer and the connection of the pipe to the Great Spirit.
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Goble, P. (2002). The legend of the White Buffalo Woman. Washington, DC: National Geographic Society.
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The Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in CanadaThe Kids Book of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada explores the traditional cultures and way of life of seven Aboriginal groups in Canada including their triumphs and struggles faced with the arrival of the Europeans.
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Silvey, D. (2005). The kids book of Aboriginal peoples in Canada. Toronto, ON: Kids Can Press.
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Nations of the PlainsNations of the Plains explores the way of life of the people who followed the wandering herds of buffalo. Text and illustrations describe the customs, language, and traditions of several different First Nations who lived on the Plains of North America.
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Kalman, B. (2001). Nations of the Plains. St. Catherine's, ON: Crabtree Publishing.
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Native Americans: A Visual ExplorationThrough infographics, Paleja shares the history and culture of North American First Nations. Pictures, charts, maps and timelines are used to present historical information as well as current issues facing First Nations people.
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Paleja, S. N. (2013). Native Americans: A visual exploration. Toronto, ON: Annick Press.
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Native North American: Foods and RecipesReaders will be fascinated by the wide variety of foods that the early Native peoples hunted, gathered, and grew. They will also be amazed to learn that many of the foods they now eat were introduced by Native North Americans. This interesting book also includes Native cooking styles and several recipes inspired by the many Native nations throughout North America. Kids will find the recipes easy to follow and will love tasting Native foods and flavors! Beautiful images and clear text teach children how Native people respected Nature’s gifts and celebrated the foods they were given, how some foods such as maple sugar, wild rice, and corn were gathered and cultivated, and, how Native people preserved and cooked foods. (Publisher)
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Kalman, B. (2006). Native North American: Foods and Recipes. St. Catherine's, ON: Crabtree Publishing.
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People of the Buffalo: How the Plains Indians LivedPeople of the Buffalo: How the Plains Indians Lived describes the languages, beliefs, ceremonies, family life, homes, food, utensils, clothing and warfare of the Plains Indians.
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Campbell, M. (1983). People of the buffalo: How the Plains Indians lived. Vancouver, BC: Douglas and McIntyre.
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Taking Care of Mother EarthWhile doing chores around the house, Grandma shares stories with Charlie about how to take care of Mother Earth.
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Flett-Kruger, L., & Hamelin, M.-M. (2010). Taking care of Mother Earth. Penticton, BC: Theytus Books.
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TepeesPreszlar provides a brief description of tepees including details about the construction and materials used, how they were built into villages, as well a some information about the First Nations who used this traditional dwelling.
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Preszler, J. (2005). Tepees. Don Mills, ON: Capstone Press.
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Two Pairs of ShoesMaggie receives two pairs of shoes for her birthday, a pair of dress shoes and a pair of moccasins. Her grandmother teaches her about when and how to wear each pair. Ojibwe terms are used throughout the story.
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Sanderson, E., & Beyer, D. (2017). Two pairs of shoes. Winnipeg, MB: Pemmican.
Web Posts
Allen Sapp Gallery
Buffalo Centres
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Foraie, N., Gebhard, A., & Untereiner, J. (2009, March 17). Buffalo centers [PDF]. Retrieved from https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qrj4hb6jf88i7i7/AACw9b7OaOd8a8Yz82fgMqxca/Teacher%20Made%20Lessons/Grade%202/Reasons%20for%20Treaty?dl=0&preview=Buffalo+Centers-Grade+2.pdf
Claire and Her Grandfather
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Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada. (n.d.). Claire and her grandmother. Retrieved from Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada website: http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/DAM/DAM-INTER-HQ-ACH/STAGING/texte-text/lr_ks_rr_claire_1341932502024_eng.pdf
Connecting Past to Present and Future
| Connecting Past to Present and Future |
Campbell, R. (2010, May 11). Connecting past to present and future [PDF]. Retrieved from https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qrj4hb6jf88i7i7/AAA8isRx4ksV3f-DstIJHZbra/Teacher%20Made%20Lessons/Grade%203/Adapted%20Lesson%20Plans?dl=0&preview=Connecting+to+the+Past+-+Present+and+Future-Grade+3-4.pdf
Thank You Mother Earth
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Knapp, B., & Hunter, J. (2009, October 8). Thank you Mother Earth [PDF].Retrieved from https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qrj4hb6jf88i7i7/AABFQFjuMFpFkWJ5EqANMrM9a/Teacher%20Made%20Lessons/Grade%202/Adapted%20Lessons%20from%20other%20Grades?dl=0&preview=Thank+You+Mother+Earth-Grade+1+and+2.pdf
Uses of the Buffalo
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Foote, A., & Armstrong, J. (2010, January 28). Uses of the buffalo [PDF]. Retrieved from https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qrj4hb6jf88i7i7/AABhOQsLauBwpr6z5BWqJlyka/Teacher%20Made%20Lessons/Grade%203/The%20First%20Nations%20Agree%20to%20Share%20the%20Land?dl=0&preview=Uses+of+the+Buffalo-Grade+3.pdf
