Famous Canadians Grades 4-6

Canada is a vast country filled with many different people. There are many Canadians that are famous for their special talents and skills. Some Canadians are well known for their ability to entertain others, their ability to play different sports or for their artistic ability. Other Canadians have made important scientific discoveries or have invented items that are useful to many people. Over the history of Canada, there have also been a number of Prime Ministers whose accomplishments made them famous. This "famous Canadians" unit studies many of these great Canadian people. Students practice using different reading, writing, research, and language arts skills as they complete the activities in this "Famous Canadians" unit. SECTION I - LESSONS Section I contains ten structured lessons dealing with Canadian athletes, entertainers, inventors and scientists, authors, artists, and prime ministers. Introductory Activity Famous Athletes Famous Athletes (Continued) Famous Entertainers Famous Entertainers (Continued) Famous Inventors and Scientists Famous Authors Famous Authors (Continued) Famous Artists Famous Prime Ministers SECTION II - OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES The optional activities provide teachers with flexibility in teaching the unit. They can replace activities in the main lessons, be used as review, or provide students with enrichment. Write a Letter/E-mail Create a Game Write a Song or Poem Fact Cards What Are They Doing Today? Internet Activity Being Famous: Pros and Cons Famous Canadians Sample Exam SECTION III - MAJOR PROJECT Each student can complete the major project individually, with a partner, or in small groups. Different activities for completing the project are provided in order to individualize the project and take into account the different learning styles of students.