The 7 teachings are integrated across the K-6 curriculum through First Nations, Metis and Inuit Education at Christina Gordon.
The traditional concepts of respect and sharing that form the foundation of the Indigenous way of life are built around the seven natural laws, or sacred teachings. Each teaching honours one of the basic virtues intrinsic to a full and healthy life.
Each law is embodied by an animal to underscore the point that all actions and decisions made by man are manifest on a physical plane. The animal world taught man how to live close to the earth, and the connection that has been established between the animal world and that of man has instilled a respect for all life in those who follow the traditional Aboriginal way.
- RESPECT - Buffalo
- COURAGE - Bear
- WISDOM - Beaver
- LOVE - Eagle
- TRUTH - Turtle
- HONESTY - Sabe
- HUMILITY - Wolf
