Indigenous Teaching Resource: Animal Helpers (2-12)

Download the Animal Helpers resource here.

This Indigenous teachings activity supports students to explore the traits/qualities of animals and create a vision of their future self using the animals explored. 

Examples:

• The DOG is…
  • Kind and supportive
  • Loyal
  • Protective of family and friends
  • Values self first
  • Loves being helpful
  • Has a playful side
• The RACCOON is…
  • Very clean
  • Loves to learn from the environment around them
  • Curious
  • Alert and always aware of the surroundings

Animal include:

• Turtle
• Fox
• Hawk
• Deer
• Bear
• Rabbit
• Owl
• Dog
• Hummingbird
• Moose
• Eagle
• Coyote
• Raccoon 
• Wolf 
• Crow
• Otter
• Cougar 

The goal of this document is for teachers to create a learning community with their students, enjoy the teachings, and incorporate them into class discussions or learning activities.

This resource is developed by Claire Rodger, Eagle Circle (off campus program associated with Hugh John Secondary School, Winnipeg, Manitoba)