Indigenous Games and Teachings
"PLAY is Imperative for the BODY, SPIRIT & MIND"
ROF: The Ring of Fire
-Mr. N's "Philosophy, Schemata and Rational" (Please Read)
-Four Directions Teachings
-The Power of a Circle
-Feelings and Needs Lists
Human Nature: Needs and Characteristics
"Behaviors are Reflective of Conditions" ( Source? )
a) What are different characteristics of Human Nature. *Make a list of as many as you can and put them into a stereotypical positive or negative T-Chart list as you see fit. (Be able to explain and share with the class)
b) Watch the Human Nature video and start a list of human nature characteristics.
We will brainstorm concepts as a class. Then add to your list!
c) Click on the "Feelings and Needs Lists" link above and we will begin to discuss the language of feeling and needs, while we practice identifying them within ourselves and our peers.
Indigenous Games and Team Building Activities (Bit.do/abgames2018)
Games and Teachings
*We will attempt to play all or most of these games throughout the semester. Please ensure you open this link to review the teachings connected to each game and reflect on the experiences of playing each game in your journal on a weekly basis.
Ring Of Fire Meetings
-What is an Indigenous Sharing Circle (The Power of the Circle)
-Story Telling and listening skills
-Check-ins, Relaxation exercises, Awareness and Recognition
Breath > Body > Mind > Spirit
-How to VENT respectfully?
-Using the "Feelings and Needs" list as a tool for communication (Link above)
Journals: (You will all be provided with a Hilroy journal)
Weekly Template (To keep track of activities and knots)
a) Reflect on the experience and associated teachings
b) Expand with personal connections to self and others
c) Conclude with understanding and practical application
Group Project
Create a new game and teach it to the class!
-It must use nature or home made products and have a "teaching" to accompany the game.
-Please Present your idea to Mr. N. in a persuasive letter and you will reflect on how things went in your journal.
*Check out "Indigenous Games for Children" for Ideas
Inquiry Postings: (Research > Read/Watch > Notation > Reflect > Teach)
-Peter Grey TED Talks
-Medicine Wheel
-Indigenous Code of Ethics (Perspectives)
-The 7 Sacred Teachings
-Connecting with Nature
-Meditation and Healing
Individual Project
Create an Identity Shield for yourself and present it to the class.
-You must use a spiritual animal in the middle and adhere to the four teachings.
Click HERE for four healing wheel template
Check out this student example!
*I will show you my personal Shield in class and model the explanation breakdown for you.