Understanding the true history of Canada begins by listening to the voices of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation, we dedicated time to learn, reflect, and grow with open hearts.
Storytelling guided much of our learning. We went out on the land, and through the walking trail tale Sometimes I Feel Like an Oak, we connected our emotions with nature as we journeyed around the schoolyard.
The Cree story Awasis and the World-Famous Bannock inspired us to try making bannock ourselves! It was a fun way to measure, work as a team, and enjoy a tasty, traditional treat!
Inspired by the Cree calendar book When the Trees Crackle with Cold, we became “nature trappers,” noticing God's beauty around us with new eyes.
One story that resonated with us was My Heart Fills with Happiness, written in both English and Plains Cree by a Canadian author and illustrator. It highlights the simple joys in life. We also paused to remember that many Indigenous children in Canada’s history, especially those who were taken from their families to residential schools, often did not have hearts filled with happiness. This made the message of the book even more powerful. After reflecting on what fills our own hearts with happiness, we let our creativity shine with water colour paints!
Lighting them together in prayer at assembly today was a powerful moment of hope, remembrance, and unity.
Our journey of learning about reconciliation is just beginning. We look forward to continuing to grow in understanding together.
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