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Teadance Origins

These resources explore the origins, stories, and meanings connected to the Teadance in Little Red River Cree Nation. The videos feature our Elders and Knowledge Keepers as they talk about and demonstrate the Teadance. Students complete activities to reflect on what they learned. A teacher guide is included.
Grade Range: 10-12

The Teadance in Little Red River Cree Nation

See pictures from a video that introduce students to the Teadance steps and drumbeat in Little Red River.

The Origins of the Teadance, as told in Cree by Julian Ribbonleg

See pictures from a video of Julian Ribbonleg sharing a teaching in Cree about the origins of the Teadance in Little Red River Cree Nation.

The Origins of the Teadance, as translated by Floyd Noskiye

See pictures from a video where Floyd Nosikye translates Julian Ribbonleg’s teaching about the origins of the Teadance in Little Red River Cree Nation.

History of Teadance in Little Red River Cree Nation

See pictures from a video where Leslie Joe Laboucan shares a teaching about the roles of Teadance in the past, present, and future of Little Red River Cree Nation.

Learning Tea Dance

See pictures from a video where Renay Ribbonleg shares his experiences with learning Teadance and teaching his son.

Further Reflections About the Origins of the Teadance

In this handout, students interview Elders or other community members to learn more about the history of Teadance and reflect on their own experiences.

Teadance Origins Educator Guide

Educator Guides provide support for teachers to facilitate the lessons in their classrooms.