Category Archives: Aboriginal Stories

Inuit Story ~ The Owl and the Lemming

Oral history of Inuit is filled with many folktales, legends, and myths. In this traditional story, a young owl catches a lemming to eat. With this fable, children quickly learn the value of being clever and humble, and why pride … Continue reading

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Role of Elders in our Community

All cultures have Elders from whom we can learn a wealth of knowledge with respect to relationships with others and with our environment.  Who do you have in your life that you would consider an Elder? For next session, explain … Continue reading

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The Granddaughter who was Eaten by a Big Fish

Listen to this story: The Granddaughter who was Eaten by a Big Fish https://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/DAM/DAM-INTER-HQ-ACH/STAGING/audio-audio/lr_ks_GDEbBF_1367342235257_eng.mp3 Discussion — The Granddaughter who was Eaten by a Big Fish After telling the students “The Granddaughter who was Eaten by a Big Fish,” we asked … Continue reading

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Claire and her Grandfather

Claire and her Grandfather story is designed to enhance young people’s awareness of some of the many contributions and inventions by Aboriginal people. This story and website provides an introduction to some historical and contemporary contributions of First Nations and Inuit … Continue reading

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