Introducing the Syilx Okanagan People’s territory involves more than just naming the boundaries; it is about acknowledging the profound cultural, historical, and spiritual significance of these lands.
Spending time outdoors allows us to develop an understanding of the natural environment and ourselves. When we advocate for the well-being of others, it connects us to the land and our community.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
This activity allows students to observe the many different forms water presents itself in our lives.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
Living organisms exhibit great diversity, can be categorized, and interact within their ecosystems. Observe both living and non-living entities in your local environment, and recognize First Peoples' perspectives and knowledge as valuable sources of information.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
Discover how to visually and symbolically represent data through tallying and graphing. Make connections between mathematical concepts, Syilx perspectives, and the environment and develop a better understanding of comparative language in the context of predator and prey relationships.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
Learning about Indigenous peoples fosters multicultural awareness and respect for mapping and its colonial history. Organize ecosystem data through drawings and use mind maps to illustrate biodiversity and relationships.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
This story adapts the captikʷł of Lazy Boy, focusing on a boy's journey of self-care, wellness, and community service. The Syilx people have shared their history through captikʷł (oral histories) for thousands of years.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
The decline in Grizzly populations causes an imbalance within our natural ecosystems. From the Syilx perspective, the well-being and existence of Grizzly Bears are deeply connected to the wellbeing of the land and all living things.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.
Show diversity and respect for harvesting protocols and being mindful to only take what is needed.Please review full curriculum in the PDF at the bottom of the page to gain full understanding of the lesson and activity.