From Time Immemorial provides an honest and up-to-date survey of the history of the coastal First Nations from pre-contact to the present. The culture of the coastal people was highly complex. Although there were many similarities, there were also many differences among the groups who shared the wealth of their life-sustaining environment.
This book provides a broad overview of traditional ways common to a large number of diverse groups. It encourages readers to learn more about particular groups who, long ago, walked the shorelines and forest trails of the Pacific Northwest.
First Nations author Diane Silvey brings extensive research, her experience as an elementary school teacher and her passion for educating students about her people’s history to the text. Illustrator Joe Silvey adds his perspective as a First Nations artist; together they share their commitment to knowledge, understanding and empathy as the basis for a new relationship between First Nations people and their non-native neighbours. Teacher’s Guide available.
Special Features include:
• Before You Read: suggests pre-reading activities.
• Looking Ahead: provides an overview of the content of the chapter.
• First Nations Today: raises awareness of the issues facing First Nations in the present.
• Ask the Elders: encourages students to learn about the unique characteristics of local First Nations.
• Stories: First Nation’s stories based on traditional values
• What Do You Think: invites students to express their opinions about relevant issues.
• Looking Back: summarizes the content of the chapter.
• After You Read: suggest activities that review or extend the content of the chapter.
• 121 Illustrations and Photos: illustrate the culture and lifestyle of the West Coast First Nations. |
