Proud to Be…
This lesson invites students to explore identity, belonging, and self-understanding through the lens of names.
Proud to Be..
This lesson invites students to explore identity, belonging, and self-understanding through the lens of names.
Using the stories Proud to be a Kaur and Proud to be a Singh, students reflect on the meanings behind their own names and consider how names connect to culture, history, and personal values. Through discussion, storytelling, and creative activities, students are encouraged to think about who they are and what they stand for.
Focus Questions
Have you ever wondered why your parents gave you your name?
Why are names important?
How are you connected with your name?
Proud to Be…
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Big Ideas
Language and story are sources of creativity and joy
Stories help us understand ourselves and our families
Stories can be shared through images and words
Listening and speaking help us connect with others and share our world
First People’s Principles of Learning
Learning is embedded in memory, history, and story
Learning requires exploration of one’s identity
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