Mining Comes to Ogimokwe

Instructions

  1. Read and perform the Mining comes to Ogimokwe Readers’ Theatre piece on a family dinner conversation about a possible mining project coming to a First Nation community. This can be done individually, with family, or with friends over the phone or Internet.
  2. Using the Thought Bubble Organizer, identify the unique perspectives each character has towards mining on their traditional territories, and the evidence presented in the script.
  3. Andrew was undecided about the mining project at the end of the script. Using the letter-writing template, organize your thoughts and write a letter from Andrew’s perspective, expressing your opinion on the mining project.

Worksheets

Mining Comes to Ogimokwe.pdf (787.2 KB)

Theme

Mining
Sustainability

Type

Activities

Age Range

Intermediate
Junior

Resource Language

English
French

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