Symbols of Canada Class Exhibit

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General Steps:

In this project, students will research a number of monuments found in Canada and consider which stories have yet to be told. Students will work towards commemorating an untold or lesser known story using symbols and creating an original artwork. Students will also prepare a presentation of learning to introduce their piece, share the story behind it, the importance of its inclusion in the class exhibit, as well as the process itself. Student contributions (individual “tiles”) will be assembled together to create a permanent exhibit which celebrates the diversity of people who have made Canada what it is today and student learning as a whole.

In summary, my intention was to present students with a more inclusive picture of Canadian history, to engage student interests, provide opportunities for the development of 21st century learning skills and to sharpen students’ historical thinking abilities in an authentic format, which culminated in a final product that will be viewed by a real audience.

Suggested Resources: 

The Historical Thinking Project (Source of templates described in outline)  
Government of Canada: Canadian Heritage (Public Art and Monuments)
Government of Canada: Public Works and Government Services Canada  
Government of Canada: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development  
Monuments of the First and Second World Wars (Historica Canada)
Monuments of Quebec City and Area
Aboriginal Heroes  
Canadian Heroines
Canadian Eco-Heroes  
Principles of Design 
Aboriginal Symbols