The following books have been selected to enhance the learning objectives set forth in the grade 5 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.
Buffalo Woman—Paul Goble
ISBN 0-689-71109-3
A man and women are married and he learns her true form is as a buffalo. He is a hunter
and learns to love her for her true form. The book emphasizes the relationship between
Aboriginal culture and the buffalo.
Two Forms of Art—Sarain Stump
ISBN 0-920-571-41-7
The book features the symbolism and meaning behind Aboriginal art. The book
examines how feelings and ideas are expressed through reproducing nature in different
artistic mediums.
Where Did You Get Your Moccasins?—Bernelda Wheeler
ISBN 1-895411-28-9
The process of making moccasins is told through a series of questions in story format.
Quillwork of the Plains—Julia Bebbington
ISBN 0-919224-29-6
This book provides the reader with an excellent history of quillwork across the plains.
The book contains pictures of quillwork and discusses the tools, techniques, and styles of
quillwork.
The Buffalo Hunt—Joanne Pelletier
ISBN 0-920915-14-0
This book describes the organization and execution of a buffalo hunt.
Spirit of the White Bison—Beatrice Culleton
ISBN 1-895411-43-27
The white bison represents the importance of bison to Aboriginal
People and the events
surrounding its disappearance from the Plains.
Six Season of the Woods Cree—Curriculum Resource Unit, Lac La Ronge Indian Band
Education Branch
This is a wonderful chart that depicts the six seasons of the Woods Cree. This chart is an
excellent sounding board for discussing cycles in nature and how Aboriginal
People
respect the natural world.
Indian Handcrafts—Keith C. Wilbur
ISBN 0-87106-496-0
This book highlights the techniques used to create and develop a number of different
Aboriginal crafts from weapons, containers, toys, and clothing. The book also examines
the era and people who were involved in making certain objects.
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