In episode 5 from the Wapos Bay series, missing sled dogs and a pile of homework are just a few of the things Talon has to deal with before setting out for the trapline with his father, Alphonse. Talon can't wait to go away for a week but the exciting trip means lots of extra responsibility. He has to complete the schoolwork he'll miss before leaving. While Talon struggles with a creative writing assignment, T-Bear and his grandfather Mushom have trouble with the dog team. T-Bear incorrectly ties the dogs up and they escape. In this episode, intense preparations and …
This episode from the Wapos Bay series can be used to facilitate deeper learning, research, projects and discussions related to traditional cultural education, relationships in general, land-based learning, seasonal educational experiences and nurturing Indigenous knowledge within a formal educational setting. How can traditional cultural forms of education that occur outside school support the health and wellness of students and communities? Why is it important for families to advocate for the valuing of cultural educational experiences to be included in formal school settings? How can school systems and families support youth in balancing formal education with traditional cultural education?