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Div 2 Grade 5: Acadian Deportation, Western Expansion (Posters), Loyalist Migration, Great Migration, and More!

Part of NCTCA 2026
Thursday 5 February 2026·7:45 pm

Want to make Canadian history come alive for your Grade 5 students? Want to engage them in meaningful projects that connect these topics to real-world issues? We’ll explore dynamic projects and activities that help students critically analyze and understand these pivotal events. From connections to ELA through historical journal writing, an intro to source analysis and a structured paragraph writing unit, students will build essential skills in historical inquiry, empathy, and critical thinking. Through case studies, and creative simulations, students will not only learn about these historical moments but also develop persuasive writing and analytical skills. You’ll walk away with ready-to-use lessons, activities, and strategies to make these topics engaging, relevant, and impactful in your classroom!

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