Did you know that identity can be impacted by the places around you?

 

Today I will be taking about our latest humanities unit of identity and how place impacts who you are.

It all started with reading a book through the summer, it was called Rescue in the Rockies by Rita Feutl. It was about a girl that went back in time to witness different historical events.

After reading this book we moved on through the the unit and started our research on the CPR. We started with simple research questions like who drove in the last spike, how were the conditions of working and what is a snow shed.

Then we started to plan for our amazing trip to Alberta where we headed on an experience into Canada’s history. We went to multiple different locations that held amazing pieces of history. For example Craigallachie, studio bell, Glenbow museum, Three Valley Gap, Lake Louise and many more.

I learned so much on this trip about identity and the CPR history.

After arriving back home we had to create our first draft of our identity videos.

 

draft 1:

 

 

these are some of the things my teacher told me to revise

”Cool hook! Nice introduction as well, you speak very clearly and explain well your goal in the video! I am hoping we can look through your camera roll and find some more clips that pertain to your script (for example, you could even put a picture of your dance studio when you talk about that!). I also think the Interviews you have included need more context, explain why they are included in the video. The wolf one for example was a good question, but does not pertain to our driving question. When you ask the boat guy as well about the “experience”, what experience are you referring to. Both these interviews need more explanation. If they don’t support your topic – you may have to take them out! That’s ok, I want this video to have more flow than include things that don’t help your point. Some music would really add too! Good work Rhiann!”

 

so I spent a lot of time and consideration and here is the final video.

 

I really learnt a great deal of identity and how easily one little place can impact who you are, you decisions and your worldview. I hope that you liked this post. Au revoir 🌈