As part of the learning with our new garden we wanted to seek out a local Elder to share teachings about respect for Mother Earth. Through our school's connection to the Nanaimo Aboriginal Centre we were able to find a Kwak'wala Elder with stories and teachings to share. We sent her a letter inviting her to our classroom and we look forward to her first visit.
In preparation for her visit we talk about Elders and the important role they play in our community. The boys and girls understand that Elders have wisdom and knowledge to share - the students are especially interested in learning more about Elder Sally's traditional Kwakwaka'wakw language.
Do Elders visit your classroom? What kinds of teachings do they share?
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