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Les vêtements et apparats

S1 E6
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2022

The episode begins with an introduction to the traditional clothing of different Indigenous nations and why the colours, symbols and ornaments on the clothing are significant. We watch moccasins being made and learn how birds got their feathers through a Mohawk legend. Finally, we discover Indigenous designers and the clothes that are worn during powwows.

Levels:
Élémentaire 3e année 4e année 5e année 6e année 7e année 8e année
Subjects:
Éducation artistique Arts visuels Français Notions fondamentales de la langue
Skills:
Communication Créativité
Themes:
Perspectives autochtones
French level:
A2 : Intermédiaire ou de survie B1 : Seuil
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E1 : La diversité autochtone

23 min 6 s
In this first episode, viewers discover the diversity of Indigenous cultures in Canada and the similarities that unite First Nations, Métis and Inuit. We learn more about Indigenous languages and their origins through a Tuscarora legend. The episode ends with some demographic information and explains why many Indigenous people live in…
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E2 : La musique

22 min 46 s
The episode on music begins with the origin of a Wabanaki legend. We learn about the multitude of Indigenous musical instruments that exist, including the traditional drum and why it is cared for. We learn the difference between traditional and sacred songs. While discovering precursor and emerging Indigenous artists, we understand…
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E3 : Les savoirs traditionnels

23 min 13 s
In this episode on Indigeous traditional knowledge, the importance of oral tradition is explained. We learn about the role of Elders in communities and the meaning and use of the medicine wheel among First Nations. We discover that plants have an essential place in Indigeous medicine and that they have a respectful approach to hunting…
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E4 : Les arts

23 min 10 s
This episode focuses on the different forms of Indigenous art. We start with the traditional arts and explain why they differ from one nation to another. We talk about the recurring themes in traditional dances, how they have evolved over the years and learn about the origin of the Oneida hare dance. Through some of their theatrical,…
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E5 : La spiritualité

22 min 48 s
In this episode on Indigenous spirituality, we learn what it means to First Nations, Métis and Inuit. We watch a ceremony at Lac Simon and learn why the circle and animals are important to Indigenous people. We continue the episode with an Anishnabe legend about sacred herbs. Finally, we discover what the ceremony of the first steps…
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E6 : Les vêtements et apparats

23 min 16 s
The episode begins with an introduction to the traditional clothing of different Indigenous nations and why the colours, symbols and ornaments on the clothing are significant. We watch moccasins being made and learn how birds got their feathers through a Mohawk legend. Finally, we discover Indigenous designers and the clothes that are…
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E7 : L'alimentation

23 min 13 s
This episode is about traditional food and modern native cooking. We discover what the 3 sisters represent for the Wendat. We learn about a Six Nations legend related to pine cones. We see that wild rice is very different from white rice and we understand why bannock is popular among the Natives. Finally, we discover the importance of…
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E8 : Le vivre ensemble

23 min 11 s
This episode is about living together and explains what treaties and alliances are and what the land means to Indigenous people. We learn about the Indigenous Act and how it relates to Band Councils. We discover the role of women and men in different nations and their social organizations. Finally, the episode concludes with a…
    Levels:
    Élémentaire 3e année 4e année 5e année 6e année 7e année 8e année
    Subjects:
    Éducation artistique Arts visuels Français Notions fondamentales de la langue
    Skills:
    Communication Créativité
    Themes:
    Perspectives autochtones
    French level:
    A2 : Intermédiaire ou de survie B1 : Seuil