Tradition and Identity in Whale Rider

Subgroup Size

Entire group

Duration

3 hours

External Cost

Yes

Lesson Plan

Source

Activity created by Annette Benson and Dr. Lindsey Macdonald, CILMAR, Purdue University based on the following:

 

Caro, N. (Director). (2002). Whale rider [Film]. South Pacific Pictures.

Tags:

  1. CILMAR staff collection
  2. film
  3. identity
  4. indigenous
  5. media
  6. other awareness
  7. self-awareness
  8. traditions
  9. worldview frameworks

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss the relationship between traditions, values, and identity. 2. Recognize how traditions, values, and beliefs change across generations. 3. Reflect on how traditions, values, and beliefs have changed within their own families.