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This new beading activity and lesson plan teaches us traditional Métis floral beading and embroidery techniques, with a bit of Michif language built right in colours, patterns, objects and more! Lesson plans at http://onlineclassroom.cangeoeducation.ca! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoqoiLRsOX0

Music, singing and dancing are at the heart of Métis culturethere are even annual contests for fiddling, jigging, and square dancing! Originating from the Red River area, Métis jigging blends dancing steps from various traditional First Nations, Scottish and French-Canadian dances. Each jigger develops their own unique style over time, and a jigger’s steps can sometimes even reveal where they are from! Lead your class in a jig with the easy-to-follow video (and its accompanying lesson plan) found at onlineclassroom.cangeoeducation.ca. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2YjPzZmlpo

Nous sommes ravis de partager notre nouvelle série de ressources pédagogiques sur la langue et la culture des Métis élaborée en collaboration avec Métis Nation-Saskatchewan. Tout au long de la semaine, nous explorerons six thèmes, notamment la danse, le perlage, les aliments traditionnels et le vocabulaire de base, tous disponibles sur la #SalleDeClasseVirtuelle. Maarsii aux aînés et aux éducateurs qui ont gentiment contribué à ce projet! Trouvez les ressources ici: onlineclassroom.cangeoeducation.ca/fr

We are thrilled to share our new series of classroom resources all about Métis culture and Michif language developed in collaboration with Métis NationSaskatchewan. Throughout the week, we’ll explore six themes including jigging, beading, traditional foods and basic vocabulary, all on the #OnlineClassroom. Maarsii to the Elders and educators who kindly contributed to this project! Find the resources at onlineclassroom.cangeoeducation.ca

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