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A collection of resources designed specifically for adult EAL literacy learners to explore Indigenous cultures in Canada through accessible language and images. Featuring The Maker Series (Indigenous Stories) and the CLB 3L/4L module “Going to a Powwow”, these interactive digital and printable materials build reading, vocabulary, and oral language skills while supporting respectful, strengths-based learning about Indigenous communities and contemporary practices.
The Canadian Indigenous Readers: The Maker Series is a set of four digital and PDF stories featuring Indigenous women sharing how to make something meaningful from their culture, including:
Each digital story is divided into four parts: 1. Listen to the Story, 2. Learn New Words, 3. Read the Story, and 4. Answer the Questions—making it an accessible and engaging way for Stage 1 learners to explore Indigenous traditions.
The introductory video for Canadian Indigenous Readers – The Maker Series features Suzanne, a member of the Tahltan First Nation in northwest British Columbia. She introduces the four interactive books, explains who Indigenous peoples are in Canada, and invites viewers to learn alongside Chantal, Montana, and Virginia as they make a drum, ribbon skirt, dream catcher, and bannock.
This module introduces learners to Indigenous cultural celebrations through vocabulary and language skills related to powwow events and traditions. Learners practise describing activities and participating respectfully.
1. It’s Powwow Day! — Follow Ranya and her family from the Poundmaker Cree Nation as they prepare with special regalia and dance together at a summer powwow. Experience the vibrant celebrations, music, and traditions through their joyful day.
This activity helps learners practice vocabulary specific to powwows and understand key cultural terms to describe the experience.
This module’s videos build listening skills with topics related to powwows and cultural events. They include skill-building activities and a listening task for invitations at the 3L and 4L levels.
