Earth

Keepers of the Earth: Native American Stories and Environmental Activities for Children

Question	Response
To enhance this resource the following changes would be beneficial:	Assessment suggestions/instruments should be included. Activity design could provide a more locally-focused and relevant learning experience. Students should have the opportunity to choose elements of their programming.
To enhance this resource the following changes are strongly recommended:	Include opportunities for students to participate in action experiences related to soil. Some activities should be designed to take place outdoors.
What skills does this resource explicitly teach?	This lesson does not include the teaching of skills.

Principle	Rating	Explanation
Consideration of Alternative Perspectives	Satisfactory	The lesson incorporates an Indigenous legend into conventional earth science.
Multiple Dimensions of Problems & Solutions	Satisfactory	This chapter focuses on earth science. It is however part of a larger compilation which collectively explores the various components or dimensions.
Respects Complexity	Satisfactory	This lesson is designed to introduce students to geological cycles.
Acting on Learning	Poor/Not considered
Values Education	Good	Students are given opportunities to reflect independently as they listen to the Indigenous legend, and as they are lead through the story of the rock cycle. Students have the opportunity to reflect as they are lead through the drama activities in which they personify the Earth and the rock cycle.
Empathy & Respect for Humans	Good	The importance of the Earth for all people is encouraged. Importance of Indigenous legends to history is used as a starting point for the lesson.
Personal Affinity with Earth	Good	Students take part in dramatic activities where they personify the Earth and rocks.
Locally-Focused Learning	Satisfactory	This is not a strength of the resource but students do take part in a variety of simulation activities that help make the learning concrete.
Past, Present & Future	Satisfactory	Activities begin by reading or listening to an Indigenous legend. Future is not effectively addressed within this resource.

Pedagogical Approaches

Principle	Rating	Explanation
Open-Ended Instruction	Good
Integrated Learning	Satisfactory	Although there is not an abundance of opportunities for interdisciplinary learning, this chapter does encourage the use of drama, as students attempt to pretend they are the Earth as they listen to a story of the rock cycle.
Inquiry Learning	Satisfactory	Majority of the activities within this resource are teacher directed, with few opportunities for students to explore on their own.
Differentiated Instruction	Good	Activities will address the learning needs/styles of a variety of different students.
Experiential Learning	Satisfactory	Simulation activities are used to teach about the rock cycle.
Cooperative Learning	Satisfactory	Students are given the opportunity to work in groups, but are not explicitly taught cooperative learning skills.
Assessment & Evaluation	Poor/Not considered	Assessment practises are not provided for students or teachers.
Peer Teaching	Satisfactory	Incidental teaching arises from group work activities and discussion.
Case Studies	Poor/Not considered
Locus of Control	Poor/Not considered	Students are not given the opportunity to choose elements of their programming.

Relevant Curriculum Units

The following tool will allow you to explore the relevant curriculum matches for this resource. To start, select a province listed below.

Step 1Select a province
Alberta
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Drama
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth Systems: Understandings of the living world, Earth, and space are deepened by investigating natural systems and their interactions
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth Systems: Understandings of the living world, Earth, and space are deepened through investigating natural systems and their interactions.
British Columbia
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education: Dance, drama, music, and visual arts are each unique languages for creating and communicating.
Manitoba
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Characteristics of Objects and Materials
- Grade 2
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Soils in the Environment
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth Science
    - Rocks, Minerals, and Erosion
- Grade 5
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
- Grade 6
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
- Grade 7
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
- Grade 8
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
New Brunswick
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Properties and Uses of Earth Materials: Learning and Living Sustainably
    - Properties and Uses of Earth Materials: Scientific Literacy
Newfoundland & Labrador
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Exploring Soils
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Rocks, Minerals & Erosion
Northwest Territories
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 1 : Drama
- Grade 2
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 2: Drama
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 3: Drama
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth & Space Systems: Soils in the Environment
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education: Dance, drama, music, and visual arts are each unique languages for creating and communicating.
Nova Scotia
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Science 3: Soil
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Science 4: Rocks and Minerals and Erosion
Nunavut
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 1: Creative/Productive
- Grade 2
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 3 : Creative/Productive
    - Arts Education 3: Critical/Responsive
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth & Space Systems: Soils in the Environment
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 4: Creative/Productive
Ontario
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts:Dance
- Grade 2
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Dance
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Dance
  - Science & Technology
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth and Space Systems: Soils in the Environment
    - Matter and Energy: Forces and Motion
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama
  - Science & Technology
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth and Space Systems: Rocks, Minerals, and Geological Processes
Prince Edward Island
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Exploring Soils
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Rocks, Minerals & Erosion
Quebec
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama: To interpret short scenes
- Grade 2
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama: To interpret short scenes
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama: To interpret short scenes
  - Science & Technology
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth and Space
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts: Drama: To interpret short scenes
  - Science & Technology
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Earth and Space
Saskatchewan
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 1
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 1: Creative/Productive
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Daily and Seasonal Changes
- Grade 3
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 3: Critical/Responsive
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Exploring Soils
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education 4: Creative/Productive
  - Science
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Rocks, Minerals, and Erosion
Yukon Territory
- Step 2Select a grade level
- Grade 4
  - Step 3Select a subject
  - Arts
    - Step 4Relevant matches
    - Arts Education: Dance, drama, music, and visual arts are each unique languages for creating and communicating.

Exemplary
Classroom
Resources

Reviewed By Teachers
For Teachers

Earth

Keepers of the Earth: Native American Stories and Environmental Activities for Children

Print this review

Description

General Assessment

Sustainability Education Principles

Pedagogical Approaches

Relevant Curriculum Units

ExemplaryClassroom Resources

Reviewed By Teachers For Teachers

Earth

Keepers of the Earth: Native American Stories and Environmental Activities for Children

Print this review

Description

General Assessment

Sustainability Education Principles

Pedagogical Approaches

Relevant Curriculum Units

Exemplary
Classroom
Resources

Reviewed By Teachers
For Teachers