elementary Block:
Wabanaki Languages
Learners enrolled in Mi’kmaw and Wolastoqey Latuwewakon opportunities engage in authentic learning grounded in the cultures of Wabanaki communities and nations. They learn through play, exploration, hands-on learning, and a variety of media. Learners are exposed to some written language (in the preferred orthography of their community), and instructional time focuses on the core skills of speaking and listening. Learners’ experiences are rooted in the wisdom of Elders and the knowledge of their communities.
CONTEXTS AND CONCEPTS
DEVELOPING WABANAKI LANGUAGE SKILLS
COMMUNICATING
- Receiving and providing, instructions, directions, and other information
- Asking and answering questions
- Expressing thoughts, feelings, hopes, and goals
DEMONSTRATING KNOWLEDGE
- Providing information in social, cultural, and school settings
- Describe people, places, ideas, experiences, feelings, hopes, and goals
- Describe talents, interests, hobbies, and personal knowledge
PRIDE IN IDENTITY
- Demonstrating pride in Wabanaki identity
- Participating in ceremony, and/or cultural activities