Prime Ministers of Canada Grades 4-8
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$23.99 CAD
Additional information:
- Author : Stanford, Frances
Explore how every Prime Minister has shaped Canada with this comprehensive, curriculum‑aligned resource. Students dive into the lives, leadership styles, and major accomplishments of each Canadian Prime Minister, gaining a deeper understanding of the events and decisions that influenced the nation from 1867 to today.
This resource helps students learn who Canada’s Prime Ministers were, what they believed, the challenges they faced, and how their leadership impacted the country during times of peace, conflict, economic growth, and global change. Through engaging readings and follow‑up activities, students build critical thinking skills while examining the strengths, weaknesses, and lasting contributions of each leader.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this unit, students will:
- Identify and name all Prime Ministers of Canada
- Understand the responsibilities and significance of holding the office of Prime Minister
- Describe key actions and decisions made during each leader’s term
- Discuss major Canadian and global events that occurred under each administration
- Evaluate and express informed opinions about the impact of different Prime Ministers’ choices
What’s Included
Detailed information and “Points to Ponder” worksheets for the following Prime Ministers:
- Sir John A. Macdonald
- Alexander Mackenzie
- Sir John Joseph Caldwell Abbott
- Sir John Sparrow David Thompson
- Mackenzie Bowell
- Sir Charles Tupper
- Sir Wilfrid Laurier
- Sir Robert Laird Borden
- Arthur Meighen
- William Lyon Mackenzie King
- Richard Bedford Bennett
- Louis St. Laurent
- John George Diefenbaker
- Lester Bowles Pearson
- Pierre Elliott Trudeau
- Charles Joseph Clark / John Turner
- Martin Brian Mulroney / Avril Kim Campbell
- Jean Chrétien
- Paul Martin
- Stephen Harper
- Justin Trudeau
- Mark Carney
80 pages of ready‑to‑use, classroom‑friendly content.
This resource is ideal for Social Studies, Canadian History, Civics, and leadership units for Grades 4–8. Perfect for teachers looking for accurate, up‑to‑date information and meaningful activities that build understanding of Canada’s political history.