Overview
This lecture covers the 7 Grandfather Teachings from Ojibwe culture, their animal symbols, and two key civics terms for a grade nine exam.
7 Grandfather Teachings & Animal Symbols
- Humility is represented by the wolf.
- Bravery is symbolized by the bear.
- Honesty is represented by the raven.
- Wisdom is symbolized by the beaver.
- Truth is represented by the turtle.
- Respect is symbolized by the buffalo.
- Love is represented by the eagle.
Additional Civics Terms
- Sovereignty means a government's power to govern itself.
- The Crown refers to a nation's monarch or government authority.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Humility — modesty about one's abilities; represented by the wolf.
- Bravery — facing danger with courage; represented by the bear.
- Honesty — being truthful and fair; represented by the raven.
- Wisdom — applying knowledge thoughtfully; represented by the beaver.
- Truth — being genuine, authentic; represented by the turtle.
- Respect — showing consideration for others; represented by the buffalo.
- Love — deep care for others; represented by the eagle.
- Sovereignty — a government's authority to govern itself.
- Crown — the monarch or symbolic government authority.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Memorize the 7 Grandfather Teachings and their animal symbols for the exam.
- Review definitions for sovereignty and the Crown.