Nunavut, Our Communities

Students examine the symbolism of flags and coats of arms. In this community instructional activity, students discuss the meaning behind the Nunavut flag and coat of arms. Students then design flags and coats of arms that represent their...

Fifth graders examine cultures close to the arctic circle. In this geography lesson plan, 5th graders consider the impact of climate on cultural development of arctic communities. Students research a given community and present their...

Students investigate Inuit customs. In this cultural traditions lesson, students read about religious customs of the Inuit including Shamanism. Students discuss the role of Shaman and create Inuktitut-English dictionaries with terms...

In this online interactive geography quiz activity, students examine the map that includes 13 Canadian provinces. Students identify the names of the provinces in 3 minutes.

Learners examine a map of Canada, differentiating among the provinces and territories. They explore the new Nunavut territory and its leader by reading and discussing "In New Land of Eskimos, a New Chief Offers Hope."

Learners research the Online Atlas of Canada to locate the communities of Nunavut. Students examine the geographic area and characteristics of the communities.

Students investigate the role of ceremonies and other traditions of Native American cultures. They research various Native American nations and create posters that visually depict their research.

Students read about the effect of strict fur trading laws on the lives of the Inuit people in Canada, then use print and digital resources to compare past and present-day ways of life of several indigenous peoples around the world.

Learners explore roles played by Canada's prime ministers The Right Honorable Sir Wilfrid Laurier and The Right Honorable iam Lyon Mackenzie King with regards to the conscription crises of World War I and World War II.

Fourth graders sample the rich diversity of Canada's people and cultures, glimpse the vastness of Canada's lands and waters, and get an idea of the wealth and variety of its resources, wildlife, and history.