Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox

Category:

  • Spiritual Wellness 🙏
  • Mental Wellness 🧠

Age Groups

  • Grade 4-6

Introduction

Animal totems are an important part of many Indigenous cultures and are highlighted in the 7 Sacred Teachings. Learning about animals and their unique characteristics can help us to understand ourselves and others.

Objective

  • Reflect on the different animals that you identify with.

Materials

  • Book or video: Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox.

Steps

  • Read or listen to the story “Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox”.
  • Reflect on some of the different animals that you feel connected to. What are the characteristics of those animals?
  • Write your own version of the story “Sometimes I Feel Like a Fox” by copying the text structure of the story. Use the outline below for guidance.
  • Make sure to draw a picture to go with your story!

 

Sometimes I feel like a _________________ (name of animal)

 

_______________ and _________________(two adjectives that describe the animal)

 

I _____________________________ (one sentence that describes something that this animal does.

 

and _______________________________. (second part of sentence that describes something that the animal does.

 

Reflection

  • What animal would you choose as your personal totem? Explain why this animal is a good visual for who you are.
  • How is this animal a good role model for you in your life? What does it teach you?