Grade 5 students will examine how the ways of life of peoples in Canada are integral to Canadian culture and identity. They will explore the geographic vastness of Canada and the relationships between the land, places and people. As they reflect upon the stories of diverse Aboriginal, French, British and immigrant experiences in Canada over time, students will develop a sense of place and an awareness of how these multiple stories contribute to students' sense of citizenship and identity.
Outcomes: v5.S.3 - develop skills of geographic thinking:
use latitude and longitude to determine the absolute location of places in Canada on maps and globes
construct maps, diagrams and charts to display geographic information
use historical maps to make meaning of historical events and issues
use cardinal and intermediate directions and simple grids to locate places on maps and globes
use the scale on maps and globes to determine the distance between places
list, map and discuss major waterways that have been significant in the establishment of communities in Canada (e.g., St. Lawrence River, Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway, Red River)