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Kinship Roles

In these resources, learners learn about kinship roles by listening to Elder Steven Auger share stories about his childhood on the land. Then, they identify family roles and responsibilities, and acknowledge the role of providers in their families.
Grade Range: 7-12

ᒥᑲᐧᒧᓯᐱᐢ Childhood Memories on the Land

See pictures from a video in which Elder Steven Auger shares childhood stories of being on the land with his family. Learners reflect on family members’ different roles and responsibilities and how families pass down skills to the next generation.

ᐘᑯᑐᐍᐣ Kinship Roles, Responsibilities, and Traditions

In this presentation, learners read about Elder Steven Auger’s childhood stories of being on the land with his family, then create a mind map of family roles using duck hunting as an example.

Family Roles and Responsibilities

In this handout, learners reflect on the role of a family provider and acknowledge someone who provides for their own family by creating a portrait.

ᐘᑯᑐᐍᐣ Kinship Roles and Responsibilities

In this handout, learners demonstrate their understanding of kinship roles and responsibilities by creating a family tree that celebrates family members’ contributions.

Kinship Roles
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.