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Inuit Folktales

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Young scholars read two Inuit folktales and explain how some individuals can survive great loss through a generous gift of life to others. They describe the "generosity of spirit" revealed in demonstrating respect for all life.

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folktales, grief, cultural awareness, the inuit people

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Year
2005
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