Seeds of Change - Building Community and Resilience With Plant Guilds

Authors

Roslynn McCann, Utah State UniversityFollow
Liliane Dionne, University of Ottawa
Kevin White, University of Toronto

Document Type

Curriculum

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

3-16-2026

First Page

1

Last Page

30

Abstract

The goals of this Grade 6 living systems/biodiversity curriculum are to highlight Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) contributions to science, technology, and sustainable agriculture, with a focus on relational worldviews, permaculture practices, and respect for Mother Earth. Students will conduct plant experiments, learn Indigenous stories, make corn husk dolls, create a recipe, and enjoy eating their soup creation.

Recommended Citation

McCann, R., Dionne, L., & White, K. (2026). Seeds of change - building community and resilience with plant guilds [Curriculum]. Utah State University Extension.