This cross-curricular unit explores A Blanket of Butterflies by Richard Van Camp through activities and lessons tied to ELA, Social Studies, Native Studies, and Health & Wellness (Grades 8–12). It emphasizes identity, healing, conflict resolution, cultural codes of conduct, and reconciliation. The unit includes: Lesson plans, Rubrics, Inquiry projects, Creative/art-based assignments, Close reading activities and Indigenous cultural teachings (Dene Laws, tattoo traditions, blanket traditions).