1. History Quiz: Tuesday, September 30 th 1. Sept. 17 th Class Note (explorers from France) 2. Sept. 23 rd Class Note (notes & Aboriginal mind map) 3. Sept. 24 th Class Note (Haida symbols)

2. A Closer Look at First Nations: The Haida

3. How do you pronounce the word "Haida"? It's pronounced "HIGH-dah." What does it mean? This is an English pronunciation of their native word Xayda, which means "person."

4. There are over 600 different First Nations tribes in Canada!

5. Where?! The Haida live on a group of islands (Queen Charlotte Islands) off the northern coast of British Columbia near the province's border with Alaska.

6. Images of The Queen Charlotte Islands

7. Haida Art Art originally made for practical purposes & to share stories (oral history) Everyday materials (spoons, bowls, dishes) were decorated with family crests & symbols Animals were often used in artwork because the Haida respected nature & associated each with meaning

8. Symbol Matching Activity Your Task: As a group, match up the Haida symbol/animal to the Haida meaning (Hint: think about what the animal does everyday, it’s characteristics, etc.) Teacher is watching for… 1. EVERYONE participating! 2.Group discussion: o “I agree with _____ because…” o “Why do you think that?”

9. 1. Eagle Strength Leadership Prestige The eagle is an important symbol among the northwest coast people. The golden eagle lives primarily in the more mountainous regions while the bald eagle can be found along the coast. It is revered for its intelligence and great power, as well as its extraordinary vision. With its ability to soar to extreme altitude the Eagle is regarded as the principle messenger of the creator, the sun.

10. 2. Salmon Dependability Renewal Provider 3. Owl Wisdom Respected

11. 4. Otter Trusting Inquisitive Bright Loyal Friendship 5. Wolf Intelligence Leadership Strong Sense of Family

12. 7. Frog Spring & New Life Communicator Stability 6. Raven Creation & Knowledge Mischievous Catalyst of change

13. 8. Beaver Creative Artistic Determined Industrious 9. Bumblebee Honesty Pure Thinking Willingness Drive

14. Bear are regarded with awe and respect by the Haida people of the northwest coast. It is considered to be a close relation of humankind with its complex behavior and appearance. It is one of the most prominent figures in the Haida crest and flag. 10. Bear Strength Learned Humility Motherhood Teaching

15. POTLATCH What is a potlatch? A ceremony or celebration Common in Haida and Northwest Coast traditions Everyone brings something (gifts, food or art to enjoy)