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This book companion resource for When I Was Eight by Christy Jordan-Fenton and Margaret Pokiak-Fenton is designed for Truth & Reconciliation Week and beyond. It helps students explore character traits, make meaningful text-to-self and text-to-world connections, and reflect on the importance of Every Child Matters. The detailed 3 day lesson plan is aligned with the Ontario Language Curriculum (Reading, Writing, Oral Communication, Media Literacy), and engages students in critical discussions wh

Make writing time engaging, consistent, and meaningful with this Kindergarten - Grade 1 Writing Journal! This resource includes over 50 journal pages designed to support early writers through the entire year with thematic and monthly writing prompts. Each page provides: A drawing space for students to illustrate their ideas ✏️ A writing line section for a simple sentence or label of their picture. A wide variety of writing prompts based on common themes & monthly topics. A teacher notes box

Looking for a resource that highlights Canadian black heroes for black history month? Look no further! In this resource students will read mini biographies of 7 noteworthy individuals that helped shape racial equality in Canada. Furthermore, students will come to learn the determination and efforts of these individuals. Some exposure is also embedded in this resource for students to hear about two women from Ontario that are helping shape black equality and representation in sports! To extend t

Are you covering Opinion writing with your class? Check out this no prep engaging activity that your students will enjoy. This product includes: Open ended comprehension questions for students to build on their reading responses. An open ended writing prompt sheet for students to share their opinion. Students are encouraged to include reasons and examples to support their reasoning using the OREO method. It doesn't end there, have your students reflect on their writing & responses with a detai