Wild Plant Identification

These resources introduce learners to plants and trees that grow around Little Red River. Elders Celestan Nanooch and Jimmy Metsikassus locate various plants and describe their characteristics and traditional uses. Then, learners create a field guide to record what they have learned about local plants.

Grade Range: 6-12

What Roles Do Plants Play?

This presentation guides a discussion about how plants can be used for many purposes.

Identifying Plants of Little Red River Cree Nation

This presentation identifies some of the common trees and shrubs that can be found in Little Red River Cree Nation. It also provides instructions for making a field guide for documenting plant knowledge.

Traditional Uses for Trees in Little Red River Cree

See pictures from a video of Elders Celestan Nanooch and Jimmy Metsikassus sharing their knowledge of trees and plants around Little Red River Cree Nation.

Uses for Shrubs and Wildflowers in Little Red River

See pictures from a video of Elders Celestan Nanooch and Jimmy Metsikassus sharing their knowledge of shrubs and wildflowers around Little Red River Cree Nation.