Technology & Aboriginal Content For another PME class, I have been focusing on increasing Aboriginal content in our guided reading program. My classroom currently uses books from the Circle of Life literacy program. These paper books had me wondering if there are any apps or technology tools that can incorporate Aboriginal reading content in my classroom. Through my research I found four picture books funded by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. I found these to be the most intriguing as Saskatchewan is the province I teach in. All of the books are free and available for download on iTunes and IOS. 1. Askî and Turtle Island 2. Nipi and Mother Earth 3. Kon and the Circle of Life 4. Tate and the Flyers Students listen to and interact with the stories through the tablet or computer screen. The tradition of oral storytelling is very important in First Nations and Métis culture. This is how language and traditions have been passed on for many years. These stories and the knowledge they hold are now preserved using technology. The books audio recordings were done by community educators and Elders, which preserves the oral history for future generations. All of the books are available in five different languages: English, French, Cree, Dene, and Michif. The stories are grounded in First Nations and Métis holistic perspectives on learning. All of the stories incorporate traditional beliefs and perspectives. Through the stories students learn about the many beings that live together on Earth, how all beings are interconnected, the Circle of Life, and the Medicine Wheel. These stories are a quick and easy (and free) way to combine Aboriginal content and technology in the classroom. I plan to download them now and use them during a listen to reading or technology station during literacy centers.
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