Grade 8 Social Studies.ppt

Grade 8 Social Studies Canadian Identity Chapter One: Canadian Identity During the first unit of the year we explored the history of Dartmouth and to an extent the identity of the city. During this unit we will move forward and examine Canada as a whole and attempt to gain an understanding of the Canadian Identity—or essentially what it means to be Canadian. C.1.1: What does the term identity mean to you? Describe your personal identity. Canadian Identity: As the text states: Canadian Identity “means different things to different people (3).” Read pages 2-5. C.1.2: What does it mean to you? Discuss (in a paragraph) your thoughts about a Canadian Identity. C.1.3: Do you agree that the factors, as described in the list on page 3, affect peoples’ conception of the Canadian identity. Explain. Canadian Identity: Vague Isn’t It? C.1.4: Is there one definition of Canadian identity? One that would suit all of the different groups within Canadian society? Explain in detail. C.1.5: What aspects of Canadian Identity do you think the majority of people can agree on? Why? Art, Culture and Identity C.1.6:In order to prepare for class discussion take 3-5 notes on each of the different artistic styles identified on pages. While taking notes try to identify identity presented in the variety of the works. C.1.7:Are there any overarching themes to all of the work, themes that may link to a broader Canadian Identity? Create: C.1.8: You have the full class (and maybe a bit more time—I’m feeling fairly generous) to create a picture that illustrates Canadian Identity for you. This is a Moose C.1.9: Do you feel that this plays a role in our Identity? Explain why or why not. When you’re finished you can just stare at the moose—it’s like a hobby without the effort. Music, Literature and Identity The book lists a variety of different songs, artists, writers and books. Read pages 10-13. C.1.10: Does any of this reflect you? Explain. Discussion: All of these things are produced by Canadia