Teacher Guide for In Search of April Raintree and April Raintree
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching Stories of Indigenous Survivance, Family Separation, and the Child Welfare System
Published on 11. July 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
90 pages
978-1-77492-094-7 (ISBN)
Description
First published in 1983, In Search of April Raintree is a Canadian classic that presents a heart-rending and powerful account of the harsh realities that Indigenous and Metis peoples face.
Written by Anishinaabe educator Christine M'Lot with psychologist Dr. Karlee Fellner, the Teacher Guide for In Search of April Raintree and April Raintree helps teachers create dynamic learning experiences for their students in grades 11 and 12, while maintaining a respectful and dignified approach to Indigenous topics.
In this guide you will find:
an inquiry based approach with resources for teaching from a trauma-informed stance
easy-to-use lesson plans, reproducibles, and assessment opportunities
a focus on wellness and supporting students while learning about difficult topics
activities that encourage cross-curricular connections and collaboration
free access to supplemental videos covering wellness topics
a glossary of terms and suggested resources to extend learning
Written by Anishinaabe educator Christine M'Lot with psychologist Dr. Karlee Fellner, the Teacher Guide for In Search of April Raintree and April Raintree helps teachers create dynamic learning experiences for their students in grades 11 and 12, while maintaining a respectful and dignified approach to Indigenous topics.
In this guide you will find:
an inquiry based approach with resources for teaching from a trauma-informed stance
easy-to-use lesson plans, reproducibles, and assessment opportunities
a focus on wellness and supporting students while learning about difficult topics
activities that encourage cross-curricular connections and collaboration
free access to supplemental videos covering wellness topics
a glossary of terms and suggested resources to extend learning
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Canada
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Coiled wire bound
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
272 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-77492-094-7 (9781774920947)
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Christine M'Lot
Teacher Guide for April Raintree and In Search of April Raintree
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Teaching Stories of Indigenous Survivance, Family Separation, and the Child Welfare System
E-Book
05/2024
Portage & Main Press
€20.49
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Persons
Christine M'Lot (she/her/hers) is an Anishinaabe educator and curriculum developer from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She currently teaches high school at the University of Winnipeg Collegiate and is the associate publisher at Por-tage & Main Press. To learn more about her past and current education projects, visit her website at Christinemlot.com.
Karlee D. Fellner, Ph.D. is a citizen of the Metis Nation of Alberta. Dr. Fellner's areas of research and clinical expertise include Indigenous approaches to therapy and trauma work; holistic and traditional approaches to wellness; Indigenous research, curriculum, and pedagogy; culturally appropriate counselling; genocide-informed practice; and complex and Intergenerational trauma. She is currently an associate professor of Counselling Psychology and Indigenous Education at the University of Calgary. Dr. Fellner is the founder and CEO of maskihkiy wellness (www.maskihkiy.com) and a practicing psychologist registered in Alberta. She is deeply involved in Indigenous leadership in mental health policy and practice.
Karlee D. Fellner, Ph.D. is a citizen of the Metis Nation of Alberta. Dr. Fellner's areas of research and clinical expertise include Indigenous approaches to therapy and trauma work; holistic and traditional approaches to wellness; Indigenous research, curriculum, and pedagogy; culturally appropriate counselling; genocide-informed practice; and complex and Intergenerational trauma. She is currently an associate professor of Counselling Psychology and Indigenous Education at the University of Calgary. Dr. Fellner is the founder and CEO of maskihkiy wellness (www.maskihkiy.com) and a practicing psychologist registered in Alberta. She is deeply involved in Indigenous leadership in mental health policy and practice.