Indigenous Statement
In The county of Brant and Brantford we recognize the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people as the traditional peoples of this territory. We acknowledge and give gratitude to the Indigenous peoples for sharing these lands in order for us to continue our work here today.
Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address
Haudenosaunee tradition teaches us that peace requires gratitude. We are to be thankful for the living world. Our relationship to the Earth is the basis of our sustenance and our peacefulness. Our Mother Earth connects us to a perpetual process of creation, and she continues to provide all we need to be happy and healthy.
To this very day, nearly every social, cultural and political event that takes place at the Onondaga Nation begins and ends with the “words that come before all others,” that is known as the “Thanksgiving Address.” Through these words, our minds are gathered together to share our thankfulness of what nature provides, and acknowledges the ongoing impact of these forces on human lives. The Thanksgiving Address acknowledges the people, earth, waters, plants, animals, birds, bushes, trees, winds, sun, moon, stars, as well as the unseen spiritual forces. There are a multitude of connections between human beings and other living beings in the world. The Haudenosaunee are thankful for all the gifts that we receive.
To this very day, nearly every social, cultural and political event that takes place at the Onondaga Nation begins and ends with the “words that come before all others,” that is known as the “Thanksgiving Address.” Through these words, our minds are gathered together to share our thankfulness of what nature provides, and acknowledges the ongoing impact of these forces on human lives. The Thanksgiving Address acknowledges the people, earth, waters, plants, animals, birds, bushes, trees, winds, sun, moon, stars, as well as the unseen spiritual forces. There are a multitude of connections between human beings and other living beings in the world. The Haudenosaunee are thankful for all the gifts that we receive.
Starting the Week off JUST RIGHT
daily quotes, jokes, puns, and a weekly poem
daily quotes, jokes, puns, and a weekly poem
Quote of the Day
As part of your daily reading and oral communication, select a quote for the given day...
Try your hand at writing your own quote.
- read it out loud to a friend or family member in person, on the telephone, or via technology
- write the message or meaning in the quote
Try your hand at writing your own quote.
Joke of the Day/Week
As part of your daily reading and oral communication select a quote, joke, and a for the day...
- read it out loud to a friend or family member in person, on the telephone or via technology
- write the message or meaning
Pun of the Day or Week
Try your hand at writing your own quote, joke and/or pun ...
Explain the meaning of the two jokes shown above... yes, explain a joke is not even a quarter of the fun of telling it... wouldn't you agree?!
Explain the meaning of the two jokes shown above... yes, explain a joke is not even a quarter of the fun of telling it... wouldn't you agree?!
Poem of the Week
In your own words, explain what this poem is about.
Do you think this is a good title for the poem? Explain your answer.
Draw an illustration for this poem.
Do you think this is a good title for the poem? Explain your answer.
Draw an illustration for this poem.
Write to the Troops Program
The men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have demonstrated time and again that they will rise to any challenge. Let your Canadian Armed Forces members know you appreciate their service by sending a message ...
Fun Activities
Art Projects of the Week
Indoor and Outdoor Fall Activities
Carve a Remembrance Day Pumpkin
Experiential Learning
Learn from what you do ... below are a variety of experiential or hands-on learning opportunities ... pick a fun activity to do each day or each week...
Learning with Bill Nye, the Science Guy
