BOLDPRINT Inquiry Indigenous Packs

CONTENT READERS CREATED FOR CANADIAN CLASSROOMS WITH KEY INDIGENOUS CONTRIBUTORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY

BOLDPRINT Inquiry Indigenous packs are part of the BOLDPRINT INQUIRY series of content readers that will spark inquiry and wonder. The packs include

30 Indigenous titles (10 per grade) by Indigenous authors and illustrators and reviewed by Elders
support for integrating Indigenous content into a cross-curricular learning plan
Canadian content that develops global perspectives and environmental sustainability
additional online teaching support including new Indigenous Pack teacher’s guides, new downloadable sample teaching lesson slides, and new information on the alignment to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action

Indigenous Content Consultant: Colinda Clyne

Coordinating Principal for Indigenous Education, UGDSB

Colinda Clyne is Anishinaabekwe, a member of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg. An educator for 30 years, Colinda has been leading and facilitating professional development within her board and across the country for over 20 years. In her current role, Colinda leads the system-wide action plan for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit education in her board, building capacity in staff, connecting Elders and knowledge keepers with educators and students, and implementing strategies to improve Indigenous students’ well-being and success. This work is grounded in relationships; she works hard every day to build and strengthen relationships within her local community, school communities, and beyond. Colinda also works as a writer and Indigenous content consultant for a number of Canadian publishers. She is founder and host of the podcast Anti-Racist Educator Reads.

Sample Lesson for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

We recognize that you will be working hard all year to develop an understanding of Indigenous Peoples, their cultures, histories, traditions, and experiences, and will be finding ways to support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.

Download BOLDPRINT Inquiry Indigenous Lesson