Elementary and middle school activities
- Reading: Far West: The Story of British Columbia by Daniel Francis is a wonderful introduction to BC history, written in easy to understand language for students in Grades 4-9. Two copies and a teacher's guide will be available in your school library by winter 2008. The online book is available at the publisher's website here.
- Writing: Help your students learn to be young biographers and journalists as they interview parents and grandparents and create written stories for The People's History Project. See our guidelines for themes and submission rules.
- Making a video: It's easy to celebrate the history of your community by making a video documentary. We've prepared a handy "How-to" guide to help you lead your class through the process. See our guidelines for themes and submission rules.
Secondary school activities
- Reading: In 2008, all secondary school students in BC will receive a Historica Calendar, highlighting great moments in BC History. We've gathered some fascinating BC history sites to help you extend their learning.
- Writing: Are you an English teacher?
Assign your budding biographers and wannabe journalists to interview elders or members of their families, and have them follow the guidelines to fine-tune their submissions. - Making a video: Do you teach video production, drama, or social studies?
Making a video can really get your students excited about local history while helping them build valuable skills. Our "How-to" guide makes it easy for you - or your older students - to produce an interesting, effective video, suitable for submission to The People's History Project. See our guidelines for themes and submission rules.
Teachers and instructors:
visit the Free Spirit Conservation Tour with your class and use this guide to help plan your trip. It includes a description of exhibition highlights, tips on how to experience the tour, links to online resources and ideas for ways you can engage students before and after your visit. The Royal BC Museum and BC Hydro Power Smart are proud to support the education of British Columbia's school-aged children. Click here to download the guide now.
For more information, contact your local museum in Fort St John, Prince George, Kamloops, Revelstoke, Courtenay and Langley.
