The Tipi as Home
Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12
Location: Musée Héritage Museum
Program Delivery: In Person and In School
The Tipi is a home that moves around but maintains a strong foundation. Students start with building a tipi while learning about the people, their traditions and values; why the poles are so important; and the value associated with each Tipi pole. The students then gather to share objects and compare Tipis.
Curriculum
- Alberta: The Land, Histories & Stories
- Culture and Community
Student Outcomes
- Value and respect Indigenous relationships with the land and community
- Work collaboratively with others to complete a group task