They worked very hard on these, and I am very pleased with the problem solving they were able to accomplish. They also named their creatures! Come see what your son our daughter made, outside of my classroom.
We are about the wrap up our social studies unit on Rules and Resposibilities. Some topics covered include rules and responsibilities at home, school, at play, the environment, and helping the less fortunate.
After the break we will begin a unit called: "A Treaty is a Promise"
This unit begins by introducing students to the ways of life of First Nations people pre-contact, and follows some history up to the point of the signing of the Treaties. We will tak about the relationship between European explorers and the aboriginal tribes, and assess the fairness of the Treaties. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me. You can reach me at the school Mon-Wed by phone or drop in and chat! The Treaty units that we teach in each grade are very important in addressing racism in our society. It is especially relevant in Saskatoon with our sharply rising aboriginal population. We want to create understanding and awareness in our students, always emphasizing kindness and inclusion.
