Curriculum Support Materials
Unlock an immersive learning experience with the Lake Country Museum & Archives’ tailored Social Studies lesson support materials and resources, thoughtfully crafted for grades 1-11. Aligned with the history of Lake Country and the Okanagan, these materials adhere to the educational curriculum guidelines set by the BC Government (https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/social-studies/1). Designed for educators, teachers, and parents alike, these resources are readily available to enrich the learning journey.
Our objective is to cultivate an awareness of the vibrant local and regional history, in accordance with the current curriculum, fostering a deeper connection to our community. Moreover, the Lake Country Museum & Archives offers the possibility of guest speakers, enticing field trips, and supplementary educational resources. Let us support you in achieving your educational goals and nurturing a profound understanding of our heritage.
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Document: Healthy communities recognize and respect the diversity of individuals and care for the local environment.
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Document: We shape the local environment, and the local environment shapes who we are and how we live.
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Document: Our rights, roles, and responsibilities are important for building strong communities.
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Powerpoint: Healthy communities recognize and respect the diversity of individuals and care for the local environment.
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Powerpoint: We shape the local environment, and the local environment shapes who we are and how we live.
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Powerpoint: Our rights, roles, and responsibilities are important for building strong communities.
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Document: Canada is made up of many diverse regions and communities.
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Document: Canada is made up of many diverse regions and communities.
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Document: Local actions have global consequences, and global actions have local consequences.
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Powerpoint: Canada is made up of many diverse regions and communities.
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Powerpoint: Local actions have global consequences, and global actions have local consequences.
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Document: People from diverse cultures and societies share some common experiences and aspects of life.
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Document: Indigenous societies throughout the world value the well-being of the self, the land, spirits, and ancestors.
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Document: Indigenous knowledge is passed down through oral history, traditions, and collective memory.
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Document: People from diverse cultures and societies share some common experiences and aspects of life.
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Powerpoint: People from diverse cultures and societies share some common experiences and aspects of life.
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Powerpoint: Indigenous societies throughout the world value the well-being of the self, the land, spirits, and ancestors.
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Powerpoint: People from diverse cultures and societies share some common experiences and aspects of life.
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Document: Interactions between First Peoples and Europeans lead to conflict and cooperation, which continues to shape Canada’s identity.
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Document: Interactions between first peoples and europeans led to conflict and co-operation, which shape Canada’s identity.
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Document: The pursuit of valuable natural resources has played a key role in changing the land, people, and communities of Canada.
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Powerpoint: Interactions between First Peoples and Europeans lead to conflict and cooperation, which continues to shape Canada’s identity.
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Document: Natural resources continue to shape the economy and identity of different regions of Canada.
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Document: Immigration and Multiculturalism continue to shape canadian society and identity.
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Document: Natural resources continue to shape the economy and identity of different regions of Canada.
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Document: Natural resources continue to shape the economy and identity of of different regions of Canada.
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Document: Economic self-interest can be a significant cause of conflict among peoples and governments.
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Document: The pursuit of valuable natural resources has played a key role in changing the land, people, and communities of Canada.
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Document: Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society.
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Document: Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society.
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Powerpoint: Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society.
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Powerpoint: Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society.
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Document: The rapid development and proliferation of communication & transportation technologies in the 20th century led to profound changes in personal & national identities.
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Document: Decision making in urban and regional planning requires balancing political, economic, social, and environmental factors.
Link to Accompanying Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4gI54Ihn0GYMeFmbcgDOFJttM6b5vuW2
Note: Links to individual videos can be found in the word document of the respective topic.