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Les arts : La danse

S1 (extra) E20
·
2020

We learn why dance represents the artistic and spiritual expression of Indigenous peoples and we discover an Abenaki dance.

Levels:
Elementary Grade 4 Grade 6 Grade 5 Grade 3 Grade 7 Grade 8
Subjects:
The Arts Dance Français
Skills:
Communication Creativity
Themes:
Indigenous Perspectives
French level:
B1: Threshold Independent User (B1 - B2) A2: Waystage Basic User (A1 - A2)
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E1 : La diversité autochtone : Les peuples autochtones

3min35s
This vignette presents the three Indigenous peoples present in Canada.
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E2 : La diversité autochtone : Les ressemblances et différences entre peuples

3min42s
In this vignette, we learn that there are similarities, but also differences between Indigenous peoples.
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E3 : La diversité autochtone : La légende « Godasiyo et les langues »

3min27s
Through a Tuscarora legend, Brad talks about the origin of Indigenous languages.
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E4 : La diversité autochtone : Les langues

3min43s
We discover that not all Indigenous peoples speak the same language or dialect.
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E5 : La diversité autochtone : Les Autochtones en milieu urbain

3min28s
In this vignette, we learn why many Indigenous people live in cities.
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E6 : La diversité autochtone : La démographie

3min51s
This vignette presents some statistics related to the Indigenous population.
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E7 : La musique : La légende « L'Origine de la musique »

3min27s
Imagine, for a moment, a world without music. No instruments, no songs or dances. A bit flat, isn't it? That's the starting point of this very old legend that would come from the Aztecs, a people who lived in what is now called Mexico. Yes, yes, it comes from as far back as that. It is because stories travel with the people…
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E8 : La musique : Les instruments

3min30s
This vignette is about Indigenous musical instruments and how an Abenaki rattle is made.
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E9 : La musique : Le tambour traditionnel

3min51s
We watch a traditional drum being made and learn why it is important to Indigenous people.
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E10 : La musique : Les chants traditionnels et sacrés

3min39s
In this vignette, we understand why traditional and sacred songs have a significant place in Indigenous cultures.
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E11 : La musique : Les pionniers de la musique pop

3min41s
In this capsule, we present a few Indigenous artists who were precursors of popular music.
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E12 : La musique : La musique autochtone d'aujourd'hui

3min54s
We discover that today's Indigenous artists have very different musical styles.
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E13 : Les savoirs traditionnels : La tradition orale

3min45s
In this vignette, we learn more about the oral tradition and its importance in the transmission of knowledge among Indigenous people.
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E14 : Les savoirs traditionnels : Les aînés

3min53s
We discover that Indigenous elders are knowledge carriers and that they play a very special role.
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E15 : Les savoirs traditionnels : La roue de médecine

3min48s
We learn what the medicine wheel means to the Indigenous people and in particular to the Anishnabe of Lac Simon.
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E16 : Les savoirs traditionnels : Les plantes médicinales

3min41s
This capsule introduces us to plants that have an important place in Indigenous medicine.
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E17 : Les savoirs traditionnels : La chasse

3min42s
Through this vignette, we understand why hunting is part of traditional and spiritual Indigenous knowledge.
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E18 : Les savoirs traditionnels : La légende « La martre et les saisons »

3min31s
We learn about the stars from an Ojibwe legend told by Melanie.
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E19 : Les arts : Les arts traditionnels

3min27s
In this vignette, we explain what traditional Indigenous arts are.
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E20 : Les arts : La danse

3min38s
We learn why dance represents the artistic and spiritual expression of Indigenous peoples and we discover an Abenaki dance.
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E21 : Les arts : La légende « La danse du lièvre »

3min36s
This vignette is about an Oneida legend that tells the origin of the hare dance.
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E22 : Les arts : Le théâtre

3min55s
Through this capsule, we talk about the specificities and evolution of Indigenous theater.
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E23 : Les arts : Les arts visuels

3min37s
We discover that there is a wide variety of Indigenous styles and works in visual art. Regardless of the type of art, Indigenous artists are expressing their own vision of the world through their creations. And as more and more events and institutions make room for their work, we have not finished discovering the richness of their…
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E24 : Les arts : La littérature

3min43s
We learn that through their literary works, Indigenous authors build bridges between non-Indigenous and First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples.
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E25 : La spiritualité : La spiritualité autochtone

3min25s
We discover what spirituality means to Indigenous people.
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E26 : La spiritualité : Le cercle

3min57s
We learn that the circle holds an important place in Indigenous spirituality.
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E27 : La spiritualité : Les animaux

3min27s
The role of animals in the spiritual life of Indigenous people and what they teach them is explained.
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E28 : La spiritualité : La légende « Marcher sur la Terre sacrée »

3min30s
Through an Anishnabe legend, we gain knowledge about sacred herbs.
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E29 : La spiritualité : Les premiers pas

3min41s
This vignette focuses on the First Steps Ceremony which marks an important moment in the lives of the Cree and the Atikamekw.
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E30 : La spiritualité : La purification

3min36s
This capsule introduces us to purification and the context in which it is practiced.
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E31 : Les vêtements et apparats : Les habits traditionnels

3min57s
This vignette talks about traditional Aboriginal clothing and its evolution.
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E32 : Les vêtements et apparats : Les symboles, parures et couleurs

3min38s
We learn that the symbols, ornaments and colors found on clothing vary according to nations and individuals.
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E33 : Les vêtements et apparats : Les mocassins

3min48s
We discover how moccasins are made and why they are worn by a majority of Indigenous people.
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E34 : Les vêtements et apparats : La légende « Les oiseaux et leurs plumes »

3min36s
A Mohawk legend tells the story of how the birds got their feathers.
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E35 : Les vêtements et apparats : Les pow wow et les regalia

3min40s
This vignette is about the clothes worn during pow wow dances.
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E36 : Les vêtements et apparats : La mode et les designers contemporains

3min57s
In this capsule, we present some contemporary Indigenous designers.
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E37 : L'alimentation : L'alimentation traditionnelle

3min57s
It explains what traditional Indigenous food is and how it differs from nation to nation.
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E38 : L'alimentation : La légende « La tortue et les pommes de pin »

3min30s
This Six Nations legend tells the story of a turtle and pine cones.
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E39 : L'alimentation : La bannique

3min36s
Through this video, we understand why bannock is popular among Indigenous people.
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E40 : L'alimentation : Le riz sauvage

3min38s
In this vignette, we learn that wild rice is an important part of the diet of some Indigenous nations.
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E41 : L'alimentation : Les festins

3min27s
Community feasts are found to reflect fundamental Indigenous values.
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E42 : L'alimentation : La cuisine moderne autochtone

3min48s
In this capsule, we learn about indigenous cuisine. Today, Indigenous cuisine is very diverse. Like all cuisines in the world, it has evolved and modernized over time.
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E43 : Le vivre ensemble : Les territoires, les traités et les alliances

3min56s
Treaties and alliances are introduced and the Indigenous attachment to the land is explained.
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E44 : Le vivre ensemble : La loi sur les Indiens

3min40s
This vignette focuses on the Indigenous Act and the creation of reserves.
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E45 : Le vivre ensemble : Le conseil de bande

3min52s
In this clip, we talk about the role of band councils.
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E46 : Le vivre ensemble : Le rôle des femmes et des hommes

3min45s
We learn that women and men have distinct roles and that they differ from nation to nation.
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E47 : Le vivre ensemble : L'organisation sociale

3min32s
It is understandable why community life is so important to Indigenous people.
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E48 : Le vivre ensemble : La légende « Sogali, lune sucrée »

3min32s
This Wabanaki legend is about the importance of getting involved and doing your part.
Levels:
Elementary Grade 4 Grade 6 Grade 5 Grade 3 Grade 7 Grade 8
Subjects:
The Arts Dance Français
Skills:
Communication Creativity
Themes:
Indigenous Perspectives
French level:
B1: Threshold Independent User (B1 - B2) A2: Waystage Basic User (A1 - A2)