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Find lesson plans and resources on Canadian history for elementary school teachers.
First Peoples of Canada
Simulation activity and research projects to teach about the history and oral traditions of aboriginal peoples in Canada. Sample projects included. From Saskatchewan Education.
Learning about the Past
Grade 5 social studies module on Canadian heritage from Saskatchewan Education. Covers history, archaeology, artifacts and oral tradition, and includes a dozen grass roots school projects.
Building a Nation
Module covers immigration, Confederation, treaties and wars. From Saskatchewan Education. Includes grass roots school projects.
Canadian Symbols Lesson Plan
Grade 5 lesson plan and activities on Canadian and provincial identity and symbols. From Saskatchewan Education.
A Flag of Canada's Own
Canadian elementary school teachers can use this activity to teach about the Great Flag Debate in 1964-65. From CBC.
Our Canadian Girl
Historical fiction books for girls ages 8-11 from Penguin Books Canada include historical context, map and timeline. Canadian elementary school teachers can incorporate these additional activities for specific titles into lesson plans.

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