For Teachers - January - Sq'ad'adang : UCDSB Indigenous Poster Project for Teaching & Learning - LibGuides at Upper Canada Virtual Library

Resources & Events for Teachers

Cultural Moon Teachings & Calendar Events - January

For the many Algonquin people, the moon for January is "Big Spirit Moon"

For Mohawk people, Midwinter is the second week in January and lasts for approximately eight days.

January 4 - National Ribbon Skirt Day

January 29 - February 24 - Arctic Winter Games - Wood Buffalo 2023

13 Moons Resource - GoodMinds

Learn more about our

Indigenous Leadership Program

Elementary

Have you booked a Cultural Advisor yet?

Please ask your LCT to find out how.

UCDSB Suggested Cultural Advisors 2024-25

Medicine of Stories Workshops,

100 prepaid spots available for UCDSB Staff.

Email Margaret.Mannseichner@ucdsb.on.ca or

Sheila.Cornelisse@ucdsb.on.ca for the UCDSB's special registration link.

These sessions will leave you inspired, equipped, and ready to embrace the transformative power of storytelling in your work and life. Don’t miss this opportunity—secure your spot today!

January is a great time of year, to curl up and enjoy a good book.
Here are a couple of lists of books and accompanying teacher resources. Most of these books can be found in your school's learning commons. Many are available on Sora!
School LCTs are happy to assist you.

Indigenous Books and Links to Resources.
Compiled by one of our LCIs... Here is an awesome list of books and resources to go with them. Ask your LCI for help finding the books in your school!

From Sea to Sea to Sea: Celebrating Indigenous Picture Books - 2021 edittion
IBBY Canada is pleased to present the 2021 edition of From Sea to Sea to Sea: Celebrating Indigenous Picture Books. 25 of the best Indigenous picture books published in Canada between 2018–2020 were selected for this collection. Care was taken to ensure that the collection reflects the diversity of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit voices from sea to sea to sea, and that the titles are available and in print for anyone who wishes to access them.
From Sea to Sea to Sea Educator Resource
This resource guide includes an introduction to the collection, contemporary stories, cultural and traditional stories, resources to teach about the residential school system. Guide includes discussion questions and activities.

How about a fun game with a math tie-in?!

"Peach Pit" or "One Dish" Game

MNIDO GIIZIS (SPIRIT MOON) – JANUARY

The first moon of Creation is Spirit Moon. It is manifested through the northern lights. It is a time to honour the silence and realize our place within all of Great Mystery’s creatures.

Muskrat Magazine

Secondary

Have you booked a Cultural Advisor yet?

Please ask your LCT to find out how

UCDSB Suggested Cultural Advisors 2024-25

Medicine of Stories Workshops,

100 prepaid spots available for UCDSB Staff.

Email Margaret.Mannseichner@ucdsb.on.ca or

Sheila.Cornelisse@ucdsb.on.ca for the UCDSB's special registration link.

These sessions will leave you inspired, equipped, and ready to embrace the transformative power of storytelling in your work and life. Don’t miss this opportunity—secure your spot today!

** Attention NBE Teachers.... **
Stay tuned for NBE PA Day Opportunity,

January 31, 2025

January is a great time of year, to curl up and enjoy a good book.
Ask your school's LCT, for help finding your next great read.
Many titles are available on Sora!

campfire snippet from the cover of Embers, by Richard Wagamese.