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Routes To Freedom is another great segment of the Underground Railroad that students can dig into! Rather than focusing on specific routes, this lesson explores what people faced while traveling the Underground Railroad, such as terrain, route markers, seasonal challenges, and navigation. A map is included for visual effect. Includes: 1 reading page introducing students to The Routes To Freedom and their role in the Underground Railroad1 page on route markers exploring hidden signals such as qu

This Truth and Reconciliation Bundle covers: Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. (I recommend covering the topics in that order) Each topic is covered in a bite-sized chunk with facts and questions. I've made this resource so it can be used any time of year, but it does make a great addition to Indigenous History Month, Truth And Reconciliation Week, and Orange Shirt Day.

Introduce students to Phyllis Webstad, the courageous Indigenous woman who inspired Orange Shirt Day. This resource covers Phyllis' story, the creation of Orange Shirt Day, and its importance. It includes one fact sheet and three sheets of questions allowing the students to think about Phyllis' story and the impact residential schools had on survivors. I've made this resource so it can be used any time of year, but it does make a great addition to Indigenous History Month, Truth And Reconcil

Learning about residential schools in Canada is a difficult topic but an important piece of Indigenous history that has lasting effects until today. Truth and Reconciliation is the light at the end of the tunnel. This resource covers the beginning of truth and reconciliation, the creation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the Calls to Action for making amends. It includes a reading page covering the facts, 10 examples of Calls to Action (2 pages), and two question sheets where stu

Learning about Residential Schools isn't always the easiest topic to cover. It's a difficult subject, but an important piece of Indigenous history that has lasting effects until today. This resource covers the necessary facts when introducing students to the topic of residential schools. It includes two reading sheets, gently covering the facts, and two sheets of questions (5 questions total.) The questions are open-ended, intended to have students think deeper about the experience and impact

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Courage, Humility, Wisdom, Respect, Honesty, Love and Truth!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflect on what each teaching means to them through simple questions. Each teaching contains 4 worksheets. The bundle includes 2 bonus sheets allowing the students to talk about which teaching they connect

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Courage!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Courage means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Courage means and why the Bear represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goal i

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Humility!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Humility means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Humility means and why the Wolf represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goa

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Wisdom!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Wisdom means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Wisdom means and why the Beaver represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goal is

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Respect!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Respect means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Respect means and why the Buffalo represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goa

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Honesty!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Honesty means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Honesty means and why Sabe (Bigfoot) represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Love!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Love means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Love means and why the Eagle represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goal is for st

The Seven Sacred Teachings, also called the Seven Grandfather Teachings are cherished by Indigenous people and are meant for the well-being of everyone! Let's dive into the teaching of Truth!These worksheets will have your students deeply reflecting on what Truth means to them through simple questions. These 4 sheets include an explanation of what Truth means and why the Turtle represents this teaching as well as a series of questions. There are no right or wrong answers. The main goal is

Introduce your students to Sojourner Truth!Includes:Two information pages where students can read (either independently or aloud) about Sojourner TruthOne page of 4 questions requiring short written answersOne page encouraging the students to write in their own words, their thoughts on Sojourner's actions and their impact on others.Both written answer pages require students to think beyond what is given in the information sheet towards actions and impact. A fantastic addition to any module on T

Students will get savvy on the Secret Codes of The Underground Railroad. This important language helped slaves keep their movements and whereabouts a secret for a successful escape to freedom. Includes: 2 Sheets of code words and their meanings2 Sheets of multiple choice questions (12 total)1 Sheet of 5 questions requiring written answers3 Answer key sheetsQuick info and instruction sheet18 match cards. Each card contains an Underground Railroad Secret Code and its meaning.Underground Railroad

Students will get savvy on the Secret Codes of The Underground Railroad. This important language helped slaves keep their movements and whereabouts a secret for a successful escape to freedom. A light-hearted activity on a rather heavy subject. Students will use the cards to match the Secret Code with its meaning. Includes: Quick info and instruction sheet18 match cards. Each card contains an Underground Railroad Secret Code and its meaning. Instructions: Print (best on card stock)Cut out. (E

Introduce students to the Fugitive Slave Acts, essential learning for any unit about slavery and the Underground Railroad. A great addition to Black History Month lessons. Includes: 2 easy-to-understand Fugitive Slave Act information pages.2 written question sheets (6 questions total) encouraging students to answer in their own words.2 Answer key sheets.

Invite your students to explore the important roles of Workers of the Underground Railroad. Includes:An information page where students can read (either independently or aloud) a list of the different rolesOne page of 3 questions requiring short written answersOne page encouraging the students to imagine they were workers on the Underground Railroad and to explain the role they would have and how it would help people. Both written answer pages require students to think beyond what is given in t

Introduce your students to William Still!Includes:An information page where students can read (either independently or aloud) about William StillOne page of 4 questions requiring short written answersOne page encouraging the students to write in their own words, their thoughts on William's actions and their impact on others.Both written answer pages require students to think beyond what is given in the information sheet towards actions and impact. A fantastic addition to any module on The Under

Introduce your students to Harriet Tubman!Includes:An information page where students can read (either independently or aloud) about Harriet TubmanOne page of 4 questions requiring short written answersOne page encouraging the students to write in their own words, their thoughts on Harriet's actions and their impact on others. Both written answer pages require students to think beyond what is given in the information sheet towards actions and impact. A fantastic addition to any module on The