Session 3

Session 3: Understanding Aboriginal Children and Their Families

 

Session Summary

 

 

Review Session 3 to prepare for writing the quiz. As you review, note the sections that connect with the following points:

• There are four main groups of Aboriginal peoples in Canada:
  – First Nations Status
  – First Nations Non-Status
  – Métis
  – Inuit
  
  
• It is critical to remember that each of the above groups is not homogeneous and static. Each individual and family has its own relationship to the Aboriginal community. All people need to be respected for who they choose to be rather than who others think they should be.
  
  
• Supporting and promoting a child’s identity is key to the child’s health and well-being.
  
  
• Elders play a critical role in passing down Aboriginal wisdom, values, traditions, language, and so on to future generations. Whenever possible, take opportunities to learn from Elders.
  
  
• The talking circle, a traditional method of communicating among many Aboriginal cultures, promotes listening to and respecting the views of others. In a talking circle, each person belongs and is seen as equal.
  
  
• Children’s wellness incorporates the emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental needs of the child, family, and community. Wellness becomes holistic when all dimensions of the whole being are considered and honoured.

Session Quiz

 

Checking In

 

Contact your teacher to decide together when and where you will complete the Session 3 Quiz.

 

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