Scavanger Hunt: Heritage Minutes - Canadian History

The Scavenger Hunt: Heritage Minutes - Canadian History:

This exciting and dynamic teaching resource was designed especially for educators who aim to make their history classes more engaging. The material focuses on the rich and diverse history of Canada, making it the perfect starting point for any Canadian history course.

Main Activity:

Students are asked to watch 25 carefully selected 'Heritage minutes' from the Historica Canada website. Each video explores unique themes such as Indigenous History, Conflict and Cooperation, Human Rights, amongst others. A content question linked directly to these themes is provided after each clip.

Main Themes Covered:

Viking settlement in Canada Influential figures such as Tom Longboat Treaties throughout Canadian history Influencers like Chanie Wenjack, Elsie MacGill or James Naismith

A Deeper Understanding:

Beyond just answering questions, this activity includes a stage where students are encouraged to critically argue about their favorite heritage minute clip used in the lesson. It also discusses topics left out and why resources like these are important to recognize – sparking conversations on recognizing societal influences!

Answer Key:
For teachers looking for ways to combine accurate grading with minimized preparation time while still maximizing student engagement during lessons – an answer key is included! A Versatile Teaching Resource.
Although ideal for grades 8 through 11 focusing on Social Studies’ sub-subjects of Canadian History – it’s versatile enough for whole group discussions, small group activities or intriguing homework assignments. Customization Friendly:< This Word Document has been designed for easy customization to fit each class's varying needs. Show your students that history can be interactive, vibrant and most of all - fun!