Amy Mason

RECE with YRDSB, UNB BEd class of 2023. Mom, Wife, Student, Educator/Guide of Young Minds, Nature Enthusiast, avid reader, always looking for new fun ideas!

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

I came across this extremely useful guide for educators when looking at ways to discuss with your students Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, if you haven't looked through it yet I encourage you to! https://t.co/VPYBr9ERTa
#BECEUNB

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

Thank you #shelfietalk for this informative evening. I enjoyed sharing and reading everyone's responses.

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@MotherGooosey This entire site looks interesting so much great information to look through! Thank you for sharing it! #ShelfieTalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@MissWhitteker1 Great Book! I bought it for my classroom. #ShelfieTalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A8 If you are looking for more resources to read by Indigenous authors may I suggest:
Myseum of Toronto:
https://t.co/PrkVOl10rG

CBC Kids has a great list of Children’s Picture Books
https://t.co/QeLLl9LH1E

https://t.co/Fauw1FkULC #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

Did anyone see the W5 episode regarding the forced sterilization of Indigenous women? A lot of work still to be done! #withoutconsent #ShelfieTalk
https://t.co/m1iPiqL8Ij

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A7 Thank you Bob Joseph. You have deepened my thinking about the constant uphill battle Indigenous people have endured. You have opened my eyes, helped to alter my perspectives and gave me the knowledge to stand with Indigenous people on the path to reconciliation. #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A6 #19/21 Indigenous Women. Pre 1876 maintained the tribe, made choices for their people. Post 1876 economic insecurity, homelessness, lack of justice, minimal education. Indian Act devalues women it is the primary cause of the vulnerability of Indigenous women today #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A5 I read picture books by Indigenous Authors like When We Were Alone & integrate teaching of the Anishinaabe in outdoor learning, our connection to Aki (Earth) the land as our teacher developing understanding of relationships with all things and how we are connected #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@MxJayEm @MsMarianneEllis And the worst of it is they are still having to overcome obstacles, including involuntary sterilization! #ShelfieTalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A4 #41: Disproportionate victimization of Aboriginal women and girls. Prior to 1876 Indigenous Communities were Matriarchal Societies restoring their faith in society so they once again are the centre of their communities. They have been ignored & undermined too long #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@Michell19100 @Stephaniek_c @MissWhitteker1 Many of us have been

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A3 This book provided a much clearer picture of deep seeded reasons behind the stereotypes and continued racial injustices faced by Indigenous Peoples. There is a clear lack of understanding, and those very types of stereotypes and prejudices give rise to the problem #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@BritColeman2 Completely Agree!

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@NicoleC29909683 This is a question I asked myself over and over while reading this book.

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@msgordon90 It truly was awful how much was hidden!

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

A2 Seven generations, horrific atrocities at the hands of the Canadian Government, I hope that in my lifetime I am able to actually see the positive effects of reconciliation. The harm Indigenous Peoples have been subjected to will take many generations to undue. #shelfietalk

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@MxJayEm @wewap Great Summary!

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@Stephaniek_c They really have shown resilience, passion and resolve! Well put!

[Amy Mason @explorearlyears]

@ShawnFairweathr great response, love your final sentence.