ᐊᐧᐢᑲᐧᐩᐊᐳᑭᐍᐣ Collecting Birch Water
See pictures from a video in which Elder Steven Auger explains how he learned to collect birch water and why he thanks the Creator.
Making Birch ᕍᒼᓇᐢ Syrup
See pictures from a video in which Elder Steven Auger demonstrates the process of boiling birch water to make birch syrup. He also explains its traditional uses and how to store it.
ᐊᐧᐢᑲᐧᔭᐠ Birch Trees
In this presentation, learners identify characteristics and traditional uses of birch trees. They review the steps to tapping birch trees and practice Woodland Cree vocabulary related to birch trees.
The History of ᐊᐧᐢᑲᐧᔭᐳᐩ Birch Water
In this handout, learners research the local history of birch water through an interview. Then, they reflect on what they’ve learned through a written or visual reflection.
ᐊᐧᐢᑲᐧᔭᐳᐩ Birch Water: Land-Based Learning
In this handout, learners document the process of tapping trees to collect birch water and make syrup.
ᐊᐧᐢᑲᐧᔭᐳᕀ Birch Water Educator Guide 7–9
This Educator Guide supports teachers as they use these resources in their Grade 7–9 classrooms. A similar Educator Guide with varied activities is available for Grades 10–12.
