Classroom Activity #3: Critical Thinking
Anishinaabe Giizhigad on June 6 and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21
Grades 6–8
Classroom Activity Ideas
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Listen to the first three minutes of the video for the
History of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Watch the National Indigenous Peoples Day video Source: CBC Kids News -
Listen to Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe
talk about Anishinaabe Giizhigad.
Watch the Anishinaabe Giizhigad video Source: Anishinabek Nation - Read and discuss the timelines below.
Discussion Question
Why is it important that both days are celebrated?
Explore the Timelines
Anishinaabe Giizhigad: A History
National Indigenous Peoples Day: A History