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Grade appropriate activities help students explore the strength and resilience of səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) cultures. Researched by Sḵwx̱wú7mesh author and language teacher Khelsilem with MONOVA staff members, this fully illustrated, limited edition book, looks at the traditional and contemporary history and culture of both Nations. The Book will be also provided electronically.
Please specify Elementary (gr 4-7) or Secondary (gr 8-12)
Your students will:
- Explore the cultures and histories of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) nations.
- See contemporary & historic photos of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) communities.
- Think about the cultural resilience of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) people.
Through images and activities, students come to know səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Chief Dan George and understand his historical significance. They discover how his acting career helped change the image of Indigenous people in the media and how his activism raised awareness of Indigenous rights in Canada. This Kit includes lesson plans to encourage discussion and critical thinking.
Your students will:
- View primary source evidence and develop photo and artifact analysis skills.
- Assess the historical significance of Chief Dan George.
- Read and discuss poetry by Chief Dan George, including his ‘Lament to Confederation’.
- Watch a unique video about Chief Dan George produced by the MONOVA.
Students match, compare, and critically analyze a set of two dozen historic and modern images of North Vancouver. They consider the continuity and change of many features of North Vancouver. The photographs are accompanied by directed learning activities.
Your students will:
- Explore the themes of communities and common experiences.
- Discover the rich history of North Vancouver’s development through archival photos.
- View primary source evidence and develop photo analysis skills.
Discover Coast Salish weaving and history through this hands-on activity, led by one of two Indigenous Cultural Programmers, Jordan Dawson or Tsawaysia Spukwus. Each delivers a uniquely personal program, sharing elements of the history and culture of Sḵwx̱wu̓7mesh U̓xwumixw, and teachings around weaving. Students will complete a simple, take-home weaving project in this 45-minute virtual session, which requires the pick-up of materials at MONOVA prior to the program date.
The way people in North Vancouver get around has changed over time. Students will hop aboard Streetcar 153 and explore local history, community, and change through stories and play.
Program Highlights:
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A guided gallery scavenger hunt
- Socio-emotional learning with Kimochi puppets and The Story of Streetcar 153
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Students board a real streetcar that once ran up Lonsdale Ave!
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