BC Social Studies Lesson Plans
Grade 10
Curriculum
Grade 10
To what extent do countries have the responsibility (humanitarian and/or legal) to take in and/or aid refugees?
- I can name relevant international laws and treaties relevant to refugees, and summarize the origins of the Indo-China refugee crisis.
- I can explain the widespread effects of the Indo-China refugee crisis and understand how and why certain nations would have responded in the way they did.
- I can consider how a nation’s response to refugees reflects its values, and how a refugee crisis can affect a nation politically, socially, and economically.
Grade 10
How has the Canadian government’s relationship with First Peoples regarding treaties changed or stayed the same?
- I can describe how Canadian treaties are complex agreements between Indigenous people and the Canadian Government.
- I can critically analyze whether the terms in a treaty were beneficial to both parties.
- I can apply my learning to work towards reconciliation with Canada's Indigenous population.
Grade 10
What is the contribution of the labour movement in achieving many social programs, policies, and laws in Canada?
- I can name benefits that we enjoy today because of the labour movement.
- I can analyze the causes and consequences of milestones in workers’ rights.
- I can consider my personal opinions about unions and workers’ rights.
Grade 10
How do a country’s laws and policies reflect its values?
- I can summarize how Canadian immigration policies have changed over time.
- I can explain the importance of the Komagata Maru Incident and its significance in Canadian history
- I can consider how our laws and policies reflect our values.
Grade 10
Should we abolish the Indian Act?
- I can describe the worldview of the Canadian government that resulted in the Indian Act.
- I can analyze three main sections of the Indian Act: the reserve system, residential schools, and Indian status.
- I can consider perspectives for and against abolishing the Indian Act.
Grade 10
What have been the turning points for women’s rights in Canada?
- I can identify Canadian women who were trailblazers for women’s rights
- I can analyze significant turning points in women’s rights in Canada.
- I can explain what needs to be done to remove barriers to gender equality in Canada today.
Grade 10
How have past governments of Canada used laws to discriminate against Canadian citizens?
- I can describe how the War Measures Act discriminated against some Canadians based on their race, ethnicity, religion, and political beliefs.
- I can make judgements about past discriminatory policies and assess how current legislation protects rights and freedoms.
- I can explain the importance of balancing individual rights with the need to protect security and order.
Grade 10
What are the costs and benefits of free trade for Canada?
- I can name the major trade agreements that Canada is involved in.
- I can consider the pros and cons of free trade from different points of view.
- I can respectfully and thoughtfully debate the costs and benefits of Canada’s involvement in free trade agreements
Grade 10