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refugees:A C A N A D I A N P E R S P E C T I V E

A Catalogue of Resources for Teachers


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brochuresP A M P H L E T S A N D M A G A Z I N E S

In the classroom

These are useful

resources for teachers

and can also be used

for individual student

reading at the secon-

dary level. They cover

a wide range of

refugee issues relat-

ing to history, world

issues and law

classes.

Refugees Magazine (UNHCR)Grades 9-12 English / French

Subscribe to receive a free, quarterly publication

which contains short articles, interviews, and powerful

pictures related to current refugee situations.

Protecting refugees:questions and answers(UNHCR)

Grades 9-12 English / French

This booklet provides a range of questions and

answers that help clarify the meaning of refugee status

and other issues relating to the protection of refugees.

Helping Refugees (UNHCR)An Introduction to UNHCR

Grades 9-12 English / French

The purpose of this pamphlet is to give an introduc-

tion to UNHCR, including its key roles, its partners

and its areas of work. Contains informative maps,

tables and charts.

Refugees by numbers (UNHCR)Grades 9-12 English / French

This pamphlet provides interesting statistics about

the current situation of refugees and other persons of

concern to UNHCR in the world.


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resourcesF O R Y O U T H

UNHCR Posters for the ClassroomAll posters are available in French and English

Refugee Teenagers (UNHCR)Grades 8-12 English / French

This magazine-style publication informs youth about

the global refugee situation by combining a cutting-

edge layout with powerful pictures, eye-catching

graphics, accessible and absorbing stories, cartoons

and action ideas.

Refugee Children:Escape from Persecution and War(UNHCR)

Grades 4 to 8 English / French

This colorful booklet explains who refugee children

are and what the UNHCR does for them. Real life

stories and images are used to develop an understand-

ing of refugees basic needs such as shelter, food,

water, health care, and education.

In the classroom

These stand-alone

resources are ideal fo

students to read and

use at their leisure.

The stories they contai

can be used to start

discussions on world

events or to introduceconcepts of diversity,

respect, understandin

and tolerance.

Lego Series (Set of 5 posters)

Refugee Women Series Einstein Poster

Refugee Children Series


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This video (divided into three 15 minute seg-

ments) and teacher's guide offers a look into

the lives of seven refugee youths who are liv-

ing in Europe. Through their eyes, students

are made aware of the challenges and hard-

ships the refugees experienced while fleeing

their homes and adapting to life in a new

country.

I N T H E C L A S S R O O M :

Raises awareness about the integration of

refugees, promotes empathy towards

refugees in the community and suggest ways

for students to help refugees adapt to their

new home. A useful tool to initiate discus-

sions with students.

To Feel at Home (UNHCR)Video: 50 mins Grades 9-12 English / French 1-3 hours

In this video, five refugee children recount

their stories and allow a glimpse into the fear,pain and isolation of a refugee's life. The

accompanying teacher's guide provides

questions and exercises to expand upon the

themes offered in the video. Sample work-

sheets are included for easy photocopying.


Fits into social studies curricula focusing onworld events.

To Be a Refugee (UNHCR)Video: 15 min Grades 4-8 English / French 1-2 hours

A simulation game which creates awareness,

arouses emotions, and broadens participants

knowledge of refugee issues. Participants are

grouped into families and must confront a

series of hurdles commonly faced by refugees.


Can be used to connect history/social studies

lessons with physical education classes

Drama classes can also benefit from the role-

playing aspects.

Passages and Junior Passages:An Awareness Game Confronting the Plight of Refugees (UNHCR)Passages: Grades 7-12 Jr. Passages: Grades 4-6 English / French 4.5 hours to play

This kit contains fun, cross-curricular activi-

ties that celebrate the concepts of belonging

and citizenship. It explores how our surround-

ings contribute to our sense of belonging.


Ties into civics, history, world issues and social

studies classes. It helps youth identify core

citizenship values.

Belonging (CIC)Grades 1-8 English / French 1-5 hours

teachersG U I D E S A N D V I D E O S


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teachersG U I D E S A N D V I D E O S

This package includes a video, posters, back-

ground information and unit plans, each contain-ing a number of detailed lesson plans aimed at

introducing refugee issues and how they are

linked to human rights. The video is for

secondary students.


Fits naturally into social studies curricula,with links to history, geography, civic educa-

tion, language/literature, and art. It develops

empathy, self-respect, respect for others

open-mindedness, and social responsibility.

Carly is an animated fantasy film which tells

the story of a child seeking refuge and accept-

ance. Carly deals with themes such as cultural

difference, exile, and tolerance. The video is

accompanied by teachers notes and an activ-

ity handbook.


Enables children to express their sentiments

and emotions, and develop empathy for those

who live in exile. Carly also sensitizes chil-

dren to notions of difference, and to the

importance of welcoming the new people they

meet. Carly introduces the concept of funda-

mental needs and how they can be met.

Carly (UNHCR)Video: 7 min Grades 1-4 English / French 30-60 minutes

Human Rights, Refugees and UNHCR(UNHCR)Video: 8 min Grades 412 English / French 1 hour/lesson; 5 hours/unit

This video follows the resettlement process

of two refugee families. It illustrates the diffi-

culties refugees face from the moment they

flee their homes to the time they are settled

in and have adapted to a new country.


Fits into social studies classes. It provides the

viewer with an understanding of why reset-

tlement is an important solution for certain

refugees.

Journey of Hope (UNHCR)Video: 26 min Grades 9-12 English / French 1 hour

A teacher's resource kit which includes a CD,

lesson plans and student worksheets on

refugee and immigrant issues. The CD

includes a series of 10 auditory information

programmes.


Fits into the grades 4-8 social studies curricula.

The easy-to-use lesson plans and worksheets

reduce preparation time while fostering signifi-

cant learning on refugee and immigrant issues.

Strangers Becoming Us(Centre of Excellence for Research on Immigration and Settlement)

Grades 4-8 English / French 1-5 hours


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resourcesA T C O S T

A series of six illustrated books for three age

groups, accompanied by teacher's notes.

In all the stories, young readers meet children

whose lives have been disrupted by war.

I N T H E C L A S S R O O M

These books promote the idea that under-

standing and generosity can bring people

together and build a foundation for peace.

They explore cultural diversity and notions of

war and peace, and also assist in grammar

and reading skills development.

Todays Children Series(Developed by Macmillan Education Ltd in association with UNHCR)

Grades 1-8 English / French 30-60 minutes

C R Y B A B Y

Grades 1-4

O N T H E O T H E R

S I D E O F T H E H I L L

Grades 1-4

T H E L O S T

C H I L D R E N

Grades 5-6

T H E R E D

S H A D O W

Grades 5-6

M Y B R O T H E R I S

A S O L D I E R

Grades 7-8

L E T T E R S T O

G R A N D M A G R A C E

Grades 7-8


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resourcesA T C O S T

Documentary videos and an accompanying

teacher's guide which explore the hopes and

determination of Canada's first immigrants.

There are 52 half-hour episodes, each

focusing on the immigration experience of adifferent person.


Fits well into social studies, history and geog-

raphy curricula. It provides a unique perspec-

tive on Canada's history of immigration, from

the first settlers up to present day arrivals.

A Scattering of Seeds: The Creation of Canada (CIC)Video Runtime: 30 min Grades 9-12 English / French $19.95/episode

A small brochure produced by the Canadian

Council for Refugees which aims to dispel

some of the common myths that Canadians

hold about refugees and immigrants, while

explaining distinctions between the two.


Provides a general overview of the ways

refugees and immigrants contribute to

Canadian society, and how Canada's intake sys-

tem works. It can be used in a variety of classes,

including law, civics, history, and government.

Facing Facts: Myths and Misconceptions aboutRefugees and Immigrants in Canada (CCR)Grades 9-12 English / French $0.20 each

A multimedia package which explains the

Canadian immigration programmme and the

responsibilities of citizenship. It includes a

two-volume video set containing seven

vignettes, a CD-ROM, a teacher's guide and

20 copies of a magazine containing stories

about young newcomers to Canada.


Introduces concepts of citizenship and civics

It promotes an inclusive vision of Canada

built through the strength of many different

groups of peoples.

Destination Canada Multimedia Kit (CIC)Video: 60 min Grades 9-12 English / French 1-3 hours $19.95

This chronological pamphlet details the last one

hundred years of immigration to Canada, focusing

specifically on refugees and discrimination.

A Hundred Years ofImmigration to Canada (1900-1999) (CCR)Grades 9-12 English only $2.00


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ordering information

Please send your requests to:

Refugee Teaching Resources

United Nations Association in Canada

900-130 Slater Street

Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 6E2

Fax: (613) 563-2455

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.unac.org

Requests will be confirmed and forwarded to

the appropriate agency.

This Catalogue is produced by the in cooperation with and

United Nations Association www.unhcr.ch Canadian Council for Refugees

in Canada www.web.net/~ccr/

www.unac.org

This Catalogue has been made possible with the support of:

www.cic.gc.ca

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