Canada's Symbols and Celebrations · National Identity
The Canadian Flag and Symbols
Identifying the maple leaf, the beaver, and the Canadian flag as symbols of our country.
Key Questions
- 1What symbols represent Canada?
- 2Why do we use symbols to represent a country?
- 3What do the colours red and white mean to you?
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
ON: Heritage and Identity: Our Families and Stories - Grade 1
Grade: Grade 1
Subject: Social Studies
Unit: Canada's Symbols and Celebrations
Period: National Identity
Suggested Methodologies
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