From the creators of Potlatch as Pedagogy: Learning Through Ceremony, the S''ad''a Stories series brings intergenerational learning to life. Haida children learn important life lessons from their Elders through real-life situations, cultural traditions, and experiences out on the land.
Written by S''ad''a Stories author Sara Florence Davidson and educator Katya Adamov Ferguson, the Teacher Guide for the S''ad''a Stories helps teachers engage their students through the lens of intergenerational learning and authentic experiences. This guide
- outlines the S''ad''a principles found in the stories
- shows how to use the S''ad''a principles in your classroom
- provides the behind-the-scenes thinking of the authors and illustrator
- explains the significance of this series as part of Haida cultural resurgence and preservation
- provides critical perspectives on the impact of colonialism on Haida knowledges
- includes resources and inspirations for educators
This teacher guide is appropriate for all grade levels.