Indigenous Inventions, Innovations, and Creativity - Virtual
Category
Virtual Lessons with ROM Educators
Duration
30 - 45 minutes
Audience
Educators, Schools
Age
5-12
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Kindergarten
Subjects
Art & Culture, Canada, Canadian & World Studies, History, Indigenous, Science, Science & Technology, Social Sciences & Humanities, Social Studies, The Arts
About this Lesson
Learn more about the diverse contributions of Indigenous Peoples highlighting innovation, creativity, and knowledge in areas like art, science, and design.
This program takes a closer look at extraordinary contributions from Indigenous Peoples from all over Turtle Island featured in art, sciences, technology, sport and more.
Through hands-on activities and discussions, students will gain a deeper appreciation for Indigenous cultures and their lasting impact on contemporary society.
| Delivery Language | This lesson is offered in English only |
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| Format | Virtual Lesson |
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| Pricing | Free |
| Minimum Group | 10 |
| Maximum Group | 600 |
Available Dates
English
- February 4, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- April 1, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- May 20, 2026 – 1:45 PM
French
- This lesson is not currently available in French
English
- November 26, 2025 – 1:45 PM
- February 11, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- April 8, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- May 27, 2026 – 1:45 PM
French
- This lesson is not currently available in French
English
- December 10, 2025 – 1:45 PM
- February 18, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- April 15, 2026 – 1:45 PM
- June 17, 2026 – 1:45 PM
French
- This program is not currently available in French
English
- This program is not currently offered to Grade 9 to 12
French
- This lesson is not currently available in French
English
- Additional dates coming soon
French
- This lesson is not currently available in French
Learning Goals
Understand Indigenous contributions to technology, daily life, and art.
Celebrate innovation and creativity from Indigenous communities.
Demonstrate how specific Indigenous contributions have shaped Canadian identity.
Curriculum Connections
- Play-based learning in a culture of Inquiry
- Belonging and Contributing
- Self-Regulation and Well-Being
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Characteristics and Needs of Living Things
- Structures and Mechanisms – Everyday Materials, Objects, and Structures
- Earth and Space Systems – Daily and Seasonal Changes
Social Studies
- Heritage and Identity: Our Changing Roles and Responsibilities
- People and Environments: The Local Community
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Growth and Changes in Animals
- Structures and Mechanisms – Simple Machines and Movement
- Earth and Space Systems – Air and Water in the Environment
Social Studies
- Heritage and Identity: Changing Family and Community Traditions
- People and Environments: Global Communities
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Growth and Changes in Plants
- Matter and Energy – Forces and Motion
- Structures and Mechanisms – Strong and Stable Structures
- Earth and Space Systems – Soils in the Environment
Social Studies
- Heritage and Identity: Communities in Canada, 1780–1850
- People and Environments: Living and Working in Ontario
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Habitats and Communities
- Matter and Energy – Light and Sound
- Structures and Mechanisms – Machines and their Mechanisms
- Earth and Space Systems – Rocks, Minerals, and Geological Processes
Social Studies
- Heritage and Identity: Early Societies to 1500 CE
- People and Environments: Political and Physical Regions of Canada
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Human Health and Body Systems
- Matter and Energy – Properties of and Changes in Matter
- Structures and Mechanisms – Forces Acting on Structures
- Earth and Space Systems – Conservation of Energy and Resources
Social Studies
- People and Environments: The Role of Government and Responsible Citizenship
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Biodiversity
- Earth and Space Systems - Space
Social Studies
- Heritage and Identity: Communities in Canada, Past and Present
- People and Environments: Canada's Interactions with the Global Community
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Life Systems – Interactions in the Environment
- Structures and Mechanisms – Form, Function, and Design of Structures
Geography
- Physical Patterns in a Changing World
- Natural Resources Around the World: Use and Sustainability
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Language
- Literacy Connections and Applications
- Foundations of Language
Science
- STEM Skills and Connections – Applications, Connections, and Contributions
- Structures and Mechanisms – Systems in Action
- Earth and Space Systems – Water Systems
Geography
- Global Settlement: Patterns and Sustainability
The Arts
- Visual Arts – Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts
Language
- Literacy Connections and Applications
- Foundations of Language
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