Discover the Diversity
Overview
This hands-on program allows students discover the cultural diversity that makes up southern Alberta.
Curriculum Connections
Written to complement the Grade 2 Social Studies curriculum. The program addresses the following:
K.1.4 Explore how we demonstrate respect for ourselves and others by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry:
What are the origins of the people in our school, groups or communities?
1.2.2 Analyze how their families and communities in the present are influenced by events or people of the past by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions for inquiry
In what ways have Aboriginal, Francophone and diverse cultural groups contributed to the origins and evolution of their communities over time?2.1.1 appreciate the physical and human geography of the communities studied:
What are some examples of traditions, celebrations and stories that started in the past and continue today in their families and communities?
2.1.1 Appreciate the physical and human geography of the communities studied
Appreciate the diversity and vastness of Canada’s land and peoples.