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English Titles
Poundmaker, a Saskatchewan Cree born in the early 1840s at Battleford, was only about 44 when he died in 1886. His short life encompassed a turbulent period in the history of Western Canada, one that continues to have repercussions to the present day. How does one explain to seven- and eight-year-olds the diversity of Aboriginal Plains cultures; the complex historical events such as the influx of European settlers; the treaty-making process; the extermination of the buffalo; the Métis resistance of 1885 and the role of the Cree people in all these events? Poundmaker: Peace Chief tackles these questions while maintaining a level and language suitable for young children. Along with 16 pages of text, it presents 14 illustrations reproduced from identifiable historical records, one map, a small glossary, an index and three classroom exercises. The objective of the publishers in creating the Canadian Biographies series is ambitious: to help children learn about the genre of biography, while reflecting student interest and curriculum requirements in Social Studies, Science and Arts. Poundmaker: Peace Chief, under the theme "Making a Difference," is meant to promote an understanding of the historical content of the book and to encourage reflexion on this information. Adults using this book as a teaching tool should be prepared for thorny questions on what it means to keep promises, on concepts of treason and justice, and on the contribution of Aboriginal peoples to Canada's heritage. –MLP |
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