Overview

Grade 2 Social Studies

Global Communities

Global Citizenship

8. Global Rights

8.1 Basic Human Rights

Every Person Has Rights Including You!

You will discover what basic human rights are and how they protect every person in Canada and around the world.

What You'll Learn

You learn that human rights belong to every person always.

You discover rights like food, shelter, education, and safety.

You explore how equality and freedom protect everyone fairly.

You find out how people help protect your rights daily.

What You'll Practice

You will identify basic human rights every person deserves.

You will answer questions about the Canadian Charter rights.

You will practice recognizing equality and Indigenous rights examples.

Why This Matters

Understanding basic human rights helps you recognize what every person deserves and empowers you to stand up for fairness in your community and beyond.

This Unit Includes

Practice exercises

Learning resources

Skills

Human Rights

Equality

Indigenous Rights

Charter Rights

Global Rights

MB Curriculum Aligned