Less than $5 11th Grade English Language Arts Cultural Activities (by date, oldest first)

Do you want to engage your students in learning about Diwali? Do you want to support diversity in your classroom? Do you want to expose your students to the wonders of Diwali? Then downland this Diwali Reading Comprehension Activity Global Holidays for Middle and High School! This reading activity allows students to explore the history, facts, legends, traditions, and more of this Indian holiday.

➟ Fully Editable & No Prep!

➟ Easy to differentiate instruction as it comes with 3 levels of reading!

➟ This Resource Includes:

• 3 short reading passages
• Vocabulary & Cultural References handout
• Comprehension and reflection questions
• !!FULLY EDITABLE!!
• Terms of Use

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Product Description:
Looking for a rich, thought-provoking short story assignment that engages students in literary analysis and Indigenous perspectives? This detailed assignment on Thomas King's "Borders" invites students to explore deep themes like identity, colonial borders, sovereignty, power dynamics, and media influence, all through an accessible and age-appropriate narrative.

🌍 Why This Resource Works:
This resource breaks down key literary elements (point of view, symbolism, narrative structure, etc.) while encouraging students to connect text to real-world issues like immigration, Indigenous rights, and government-imposed identity labels. It’s a perfect tool for building critical literacy and social awareness in your English Language Arts or Indigenous Studies classroom.

🎯 What's Included:
✅ A breakdown of 6 major literary elements and their significance in "Borders"
✅ Analysis of key themes like resistance, power structures, and liminality
✅ Prompts for student reflection and discussion
✅ Opportunities to integrate Indigenous worldviews and contemporary social issues
✅ Ready-to-use for Grades 9–12

✨ Perfect For:

• Grade 9–12 English or Literature classes
• Indigenous Studies and FNMI curriculum links
• Truth and Reconciliation discussions
• Cross-curricular links with Social Studies or Civics

📌 Bonus:
This resource pairs perfectly with inquiry-based learning and culturally responsive teaching. It's ideal for teachers who want to go beyond surface-level comprehension and guide students into meaningful analysis of Indigenous voices in literature.

Bring authentic Indigenous knowledge into your classroom with this thoughtful, respectful, and engaging literacy and cultural assignment on Anishinaabek Medicine Bags. Perfect for middle or high school classrooms, this activity introduces students to the cultural and spiritual significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) tradition, while encouraging personal reflection and creative expression.

What’s Included:

• A clear and concise explanation of the origin and significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe culture
• Examples of traditional medicines and their spiritual uses
• Guided reflection questions that promote critical thinking and personal connections
• A design component where students sketch and plan their own symbolic medicine bag
• Culturally appropriate prompts emphasizing respect and understanding
• Embedded video links for supplemental learning

Learning Goals:

• Build cultural awareness and sensitivity around Indigenous practices
• Foster self-reflection and identity-building
• Integrate literacy skills through reading comprehension, written responses, and personal expression
• Support Truth and Reconciliation education in a meaningful and respectful way

Ideal for:

• Grade 7–10 English, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, or Character Education
• Teachers seeking a culturally responsive resource that honours Indigenous voices
• Classrooms working toward meeting FNMI (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) curriculum expectations or Calls to Action

This resource was created with cultural sensitivity and educational integrity in mind. It encourages students to approach Indigenous traditions with the respect they deserve and deepens their understanding of spiritual and natural connections in Anishinaabe life.