Information for the Teacher

This Webquest was created for students who are in division 2 or division 3. The topic directly relates to the Grade 5 Alberta Social Studies Curriculum, but can be integrated in Language Arts as well.

Curriculum:
General Outcome: History and Stories of Ways of Life in Canada

Specific Outcome: 5.2.7:
Examine critically how the Northwest Mounted Police shaped ways of life in Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues:

• What do stories of the Northwest Mounted Police tell us about the settlement and development of western and northern Canada?
• How have stories of the Northwest Mounted Police shaped identity in western and northern Canada?

Students will investigate the history of the Northwest Mounted Police during the time period between 1873 and 1904. They are expected to research and respond to the research by writing letters from the point of view of a member of the NWMP. The two areas covered in the letters are; the 'March West' and the Yukon gold rush.

Additional Resources:

For more information regarding authorized resources or curriculum outcomes, please consult the Alberta Education Program of Studies:

·         http://education.alberta.ca/teachers/program/socialstudies/programs.aspx