Game Play
Come and be a part of our exciting new educational program linked to our special exhibit, Game Play! Students will have the chance to explore the Game Play and Discovery Hall exhibits, engage in a range of interactive activities, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind board game. Additionally, they will experience traditional Blackfoot games and learn about their history and importance from Blackfoot Interpreter, Blanche Bruised Head Pah’sikowawah’ka (Slow Walker).
o Kindergarten to Grade 6
Note: The board game requires some reading to play and it is required that classes from lower grades bring adult volunteers (1 adult per 5 students minimum) to assist with this and other aspects of the program. The teacher and Galt staff person can count towards this volunteer ratio.
o 90 minute program.
o Available for booking on select days/times while the exhibit runs (October 19, 2024-March 2, 2025). Please see online calendar for available days and time slots. Please note the program is not available for booking in December.
o We can only accommodate one class (maximum of 30 students) per scheduled opening.
o $65/class
o If you have any questions please contact Janae Redgrave at 403-320-4248 or Janae.redgrave@galtmuseum.com
Curriculum Connections
The program addresses learning objectives found in the English Language Arts, Physical Education and Wellness, and Social Studies curriculums.
The program addresses the following curriculum objectives:
English Language Arts curriculum objectives related to oral traditions and stories found across the grades.
Physical Education and Wellness
Kindergarten
· Participate in a variety of physical activities and games.
· Demonstrate respect for others during physical activity.
Grade 1
· Participate in a variety of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit physical activities and games.
Grade 2
· Participate in physical activity in a variety of contexts to improve well-being.
Grade 3
· Investigate how tactics in First Nations, Métis, or Inuit physical activities and games help develop skills for everyday life.
Grade 4
· Strategies and tactics used in First Nations, Métis, and Inuit games honour place and can be understood through the sharing of generational knowledge.
Grade 5
· Participate in physical activities that are available and accessible within local communities.
Grade 6
· First Nations, Métis, and Inuit physical activities and games provide opportunities to develop and enhance skill through engagement in unique and diverse movement patterns.
Social Studies
K.1.2 Appreciating the unique characteristics, interests, gifts and talents of others by appreciating their stories and oral traditions
1.1.1 Values themselves and others as unique individuals by appreciating multiple points of view, languages, cultures and experiences
2.2.2 Appreciating how Aboriginal people have influenced the development of our community
3.1.1 Appreciate similarities and differences among people and communities
4.2 and 5.2 Understanding the stories, histories and people of Alberta and Canada