This kit is designed to assist learners with understanding the basic colours in Anishinaabemowin. The book that accompanies this kit “Aaniin Ezhinaagok?” is based on guidance from the Gigidiziiminaanig committee. They recalled being taught colours based on what they could see that was that colour i.e. it is red like the ball – miskwaa daabishko biikwaakwad.

Aaniin Ezhinaagok? Resource Guide

This resource guide provides ideas for activities, games, songs, and lessons when teaching about inanimate colours with your learners.

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Agindaason

Aaniin Ezhinaagok? is an introduction to using inanimate colours when describing objects. You can download and print your own copy, or view it with your PDF viewer.

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Ganawaabandan

You can watch and listen to Aaniin Ezhinaagok? read by Rose Marie Tuesday. Follow along, repeat after Rose, and enjoy listening to the story.

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colour examples

This colour resource is a quick reference guide to the verbs that are used to describe the colours of inanimate objects.

colour examples

These flash cards provide practice opportunities for learners and can be used in matching games.

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illustration of flowers

These picture cards can be used for matching activities, labelling, and more!

These dice inserts are designed to be used in large dice with fillable pockets. Alternatively they can be used for games and flashcards.

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colouring by numbers page

This colour by numbers printable is great for practicing colour identification and using fine motor skills!

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Bizindan & Nagamon

This song encourages learners to practice speaking Anishinaabemowin by singing the colour words!

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