The Marrow Thieves - Novel Study worksheets with BONUS FILE - Indigenous

5 different worksheets for students to complete based on the novel The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline + BONUS FILE

ACTIVITY 1: PRE-READING ACTIVITY

Pre-Reading activity to introduce The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline

- reviews the definition of marrow

- has students compare/contrast Western and Indigenous Worldviews by watching a video

- answers/video notes included.

ACTIVITY 2: IMPACTS OF COLONIZATION

Help students with their understanding of the novel while reading

- reviews the definitions of colonization, assimilation, cultural appropriation and reconciliation

- has students watch 45 minute documentary on colonization in Canada and take notes (link to watch included)

- answers/video notes included.

ACTIVITY 3: DREAMS AND VISIONS

Help students with their understanding of the novel, reflect on themselves and make connections to the real world

- has students reflect on the importance of dreams

- has students watch short videos about lessons on dreams from Indigenous peoples and a music video created by Indigenous youth about dreams

- mark consideration provided

ACTIVITY 4: REAL WORLD CONNECTIONS

Help students with their understanding of the novel and make connections to the real world

- has students reflect on the importance of dreams

- has students watch short videos about lessons on dreams from Indigenous peoples and a music video created by Indigenous youth about dreams

- mark consideration provided.

ACTIVITY 5: IMPORTANT QUOTATIONS

Help students with their understanding of the novel, reflect on ideas and make connections to the real world

- students respond to 2 of 5 provided quotations by personally reflecting and making real world connections

- quotes cover themes of family, sacrifice, healing and dreams

- mark consideration provided.

ACTIVITY 6: CHAPTER QUESTIONS

- 51 chapter questions with 1 final reflection question

- titles of each chapter provided with page ranges

- blank space provided for students to record their responses

- answers included

BONUS FILE

Reading schedule/recommendations for each day of reading and completing the worksheets

Designed for an NBE3C course in the Ontario curriculum (Grade 11 College Preparation English: Indigenous Voices), but can easily be used in other courses.

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SELLER NOTE: In my 12 years of teaching, my main subject focus has been Indigenous Studies and integrating Indigenous history, culture and perspectives into all subjects of the curriculum. While I am not an Indigenous person, I have endeavoured as a settler ally to make connections to nearby Indigenous communities and Knowledge Keepers, and have taken numerous courses to learn as much as I can to pass on to students. I have also worked with and supported First Nations, Métis and Inuit youth through alternative education programs connected with Friendship Centres and as a Student Success Teacher/Grad Coach. I am also currently pursuing my Master of Education with a focus on Indigenous Education. While I think this is a great resource, I encourage you to connect with your Indigenous Education department in your school board to ensure teaching and learning experiences are authentic. Thank you, miigwech.