History Quiz:

Tuesday, September 30th

1. Sept. 17th Class Note (explorers from France)2. Sept. 23rd Class Note

(notes & Aboriginal mind map)3. Sept. 24th Class Note

(Haida symbols)

A Closer Look at First Nations: The Haida

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."

• There are over 600 different First Nations tribes in Canada!

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.

Images of The Queen Charlotte Islands

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• Art originally made for practical purposes & to share stories (oral history)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

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?”

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.

2. Salmon

• Dependability

• Renewal

• Provider

3. Owl

•Wisdom

•Respected

4. Otter• Trusting• Inquisitive • Bright • Loyal Friendship

5. Wolf

•Intelligence

•Leadership

•Strong Sense of Family

7. Frog

• Spring & New Life

• Communicator

• Stability

6. Raven

• Creation & Knowledge

• Mischievous

• Catalyst of change

8. Beaver• Creative• Artistic • Determined•Industrious

9. Bumblebee• Honesty • Pure Thinking• Willingness • Drive

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

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)