Karlee D. Fellner
Karlee D. Fellner, Ph.D. is a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Dr. Fellner’s areas of research and clinical expertise include Indigenous approaches to therapy and trauma work; holistic and traditional approaches to wellness; Indigenous research, curriculum, and pedagogy; culturally appropriate counselling; genocide-informed practice; and complex and Intergenerational trauma. She is currently an associate professor of Counselling Psychology and Indigenous Education at the University of Calgary. Dr. Fellner is the founder and CEO of maskihkiy wellness (www.maskihkiy.com) and a practicing psychologist registered in Alberta. She is deeply involved in Indigenous leadership in mental health policy and practice.
Books (1)
Synopsis:
First published in 1983, In Search of April Raintree is a Canadian classic that presents a heart-rending and powerful account of the harsh realities that Indigenous and Métis peoples face.
Written by Anishinaabe educator Christine M’Lot with psychologist Dr. Karlee Fellner, the Teacher Guide for In Search of April Raintree and April Raintree helps teachers create dynamic learning experiences for their students in grades 11 and 12, while maintaining a respectful and dignified approach to Indigenous topics.
In this guide you will find:
- an inquiry based approach with resources for teaching from a trauma-informed stance
- easy-to-use lesson plans, reproducibles, and assessment opportunities
- a focus on wellness and supporting students while learning about difficult topics
- activities that encourage cross-curricular connections and collaboration
- free access to supplemental videos covering wellness topics
- a glossary of terms and suggested resources to extend learning
Educator Information
For use with students in grades 11 and 12.
This teacher guide can be used with either In Search of April Raintree or April Raintree, a version written specifically for teens in grades 9 to 12 that does not contain the graphic graphic scene in the original.
Additional Information
98 pages | 8.50" x 11.00" | Spiral Bound
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