The following books have been selected to enhance the learning objectives set forth in the grade 3 lesson plans. The books contain stories that may be used in conjunction with the lessons or replace suggested stories within the lessons. These books should be available from the public library, university library, or by special order.
All My Relations: Sharing of Native Values Through the Arts—Catherine Verrall
This book contains a series of stories, poems, games, activities, and songs that pertain to Aboriginal peoples culture and lifestyles. The importance of the circle is explained in this book.
Byron Through the Seasons—La Loche Children and Friends
Fifth House Publishers
This book developed by students and teachers looks at aspects of Dene culture. The book
touches on fishing, hunting, cooking bannock, tanning, preserving, and life at camp.
Peter's Moccasins—Jan Truss
ISBN 0-919091-24-5
This book discusses the beautiful moccasins that Peter's grandmother makes for him that
he keeps hidden from his classmates until another students brings a pair for show and tell.
This book is a great illustration of feelings experienced by Aboriginal students.
Noogamich and Other Stories—Marjorie Kendall
ISBN 0-921054-34-3
Each of the stories presented in the book focus on young children who encounter spirits
from the past. The spirits from the past are to help them deal with a current problem such
as racism.
People & Caribou in the Northwest Territories—Ed Hall ed.
ISBN 0-7708-7181
This book contains stories and legends about the caribou and its use, past and present,
while discussing the Aboriginal cultures that rely on the caribou.
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