Looking for meaningful Terry Fox activities for your September classroom? This printable resource includes a five-page Terry Fox lesson, four student activities and a writing craft exploring Terry’s life, goals, Marathon of Hope and maternal Métis heritage.
Students learn why Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope, the challenges he encountered and how his determination inspired people across Canada. They will also explore a part of Terry’s family history that is often left out of classroom learning: his maternal Métis heritage.
Terry Fox Lesson and Activities Include
★ Five-page Terry Fox lesson
★ Introduction to Terry Fox’s life and childhood
★ Learning about his cancer diagnosis and recovery
★ The story of the Marathon of Hope
★ Terry Fox’s dreams and fundraising goals
★ Introduction to his maternal Métis heritage
★ Four Terry Fox activities
★ Printable Terry Fox writing craft
★ Student reflection and writing opportunities
Learn About the Marathon of Hope
Students learn why Terry decided to run across Canada and raise money for cancer research. The lesson explores his route, daily challenges, determination and lasting legacy.
These Marathon of Hope activities help students move beyond memorizing facts and reflect on Terry’s courage, perseverance, generosity and desire to create change.
The Terry Fox Foundation continues to share his story and organize annual runs supporting cancer research. Learn more about Terry Fox’s story
Terry Fox Writing Activity
After completing the lesson, students respond to what they have learned through a printable Terry Fox writing activity and craft. The finished projects can be displayed before your school’s Terry Fox Run or used to create a meaningful September classroom display.
Perfect For
★ Terry Fox activities for elementary students
★ Terry Fox Run preparation
★ September classroom activities
★ Canadian history and social studies
★ Writing and reflection
★ Lessons about perseverance and courage
★ Learning about Canadian heroes
★ Introducing Métis heritage and identity
★ Classroom bulletin boards
Use these ready-to-print Terry Fox activities to help students understand the person behind the Marathon of Hope while exploring his determination, legacy and family heritage.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The resources provided here are designed to support the teaching of Indigenous cultures, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. It is important to recognize that these communities are not monolithic; beliefs, traditions, and practices vary greatly from Nation to Nation, and even from community to community. The content shared in these materials reflects my own lived experience and understanding of Indigenous cultures, but it does not encompass the full diversity or richness of these traditions.
I encourage educators to approach these resources with respect, sensitivity, and openness to learning. When possible, please engage with local Indigenous communities or cultural experts to ensure that the information shared is accurate and culturally appropriate for the specific Nations or groups you are teaching about.
These resources are intended to foster understanding and appreciation for Indigenous people.
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