Exploring Calgary's roots at the Glenbow Museum

The children in room 4 and 5 enjoyed our day exploring 2 different Glenbow programs.

We learned about the Blackfoot people's culture, symbols and way of life with our First Nations' guide Clarence.  He talked about the importance of the bison and the many ways the animal was used.  The children explored tools and artifacts created from the bison parts.

Students also learned about some the jobs settlers had when Calgary was first settled.  Through looking at images and artifacts students explored the NWMP, farming, ranching and construction.

The most talked about thing learned was that bison poop (also called buffalo chips) make a great substitute for firewood out on the prairie.