Storyteller: Travis

Languages: English

About the story: Travis reflects on how his memories of Oka inspire him to fight for Belle Island.

Learn more: Travis shares the cultural significance of Belle Island, and the importance of fighting for land. Join us in learning nature words that help us describe our water and land in our languages. We also share a favourite game, I Spy, as a fun way to learn nature words.

Culture and Language Activities

Nature Words in Cree

Learn vocabulary: Learn nature words in Cree with this vocabulary lesson.

Nature Words in Mohawk

Learn vocabulary: Learn nature words in Mohawk with this vocabulary lesson.

I Spy …

Creative Activity: Add nature words in Indigenous languages when you play I Spy!

Another variation:  Make the colours in your Indigenous language instead!