Science 8: Indigenous Groups and Geography

The purpose of this project is to explore the connection between geography of

Indigenous Peoples and its connection to identity, culture/religion and ways of life. 

Procedure:

• In groups of 2 or 3 choose a topic and confirm topic with Ms. King
• Research topic
  • you have 2 full periods to answer guiding questions and print photos and text for the poster board. A 3rd period is available to assemble and finalize the poster
• Posters must include:
  • A title
  • At least 3 topic related photos
  • text that answers the topic questions
  • Sources/Bibliography

Topic Choices:

• Indigenous Peoples of Coastal British Columbia
• Indigenous Peoples of Interior British Columbia
• Indigenous Peoples of the Arctic 
• Indigenous Peoples of the Subarctic 
• Indigenous Peoples of the Northwest Coast
• Indigenous Peoples of the Plateau
• Indigenous Peoples of the Plains
• Indigenous Peoples of the Eastern Woodlands
• The Navajo People (special focus on the 4 sacred mountains)

Topic Questions:

• Where is the traditional territory of your group?
• How does the geography impact your groups language and traditional practices? 
• How does geography impact your group's identity?
• How does geography impact your group's culture or religion?
• How does geography impact your group's way of life? 
  • For example:
    • Food Sourcing
    • Travelling and Migration
    • Trading/Producing Goods
    • Language, etc.