Welcome to Canadian History! CHC 2DR Lesson 1

Welcome to Canadian History Learning Goal: Get excited about Canadian history! Introductions and the boring stuff Canada and the World in 1914 discussion Exit Ticket We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to our First Nations for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May we honour those teachings.

Introductions and Stuff Like That About me Why I teach history What this course is all about How you can achieve greatness in history Getting in touch with me The website

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Canada in 1913 Write down some words that you imagine would define CKL/Canada/the world in 1913.

1. Lindsay, 1919

2. Lindsay, 1910

3. Peterborough Liftlock opens 1904

4. Circa 1910

5. Dunsford Station, early 1900

6. 1912

7. 1910

8. 1911

9. Ca 1910

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11. George Street, Peterborough, 1908

12. 1913

14. 1908

15. 1912

1908

16. 1905

Task: Write a structured paragraph (9-sentence-ish) about your thoughts on starting this Canadian history course. Are you a fan of history? Canadian history? What was your experience like in elementary school? Can you remember back that far? What should I know about you, as a student? What can I do to make your semester work?

Task: Have a look at the image you are given. Complete the worksheet that goes with it. Discuss what you have thought about with those around you. Hand in your completed worksheet. http://www.archives.gov.on.ca/en/explore/online/agriculture/index.as px