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  Each of the illustrations represent an Aboriginal contribution or invention. See how many you know, then click on the picture to read more about it!

Willow barkBlackberry plantCorn
Pine tree teaGogglesGreen corn
Spruce gumPetroleum jellyTree bark and needles
SnowshoesWild riceLacrosse
 

Canoes are an Aboriginal invention.  Traditionally made of bark and pitch, they varied in size depending on what they were needed for. Today the canoe and kayak are used throughout the world.

 

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