It was one of many projects the class took on to learn about Indigenous history in Newfoundland and Labrador. They lobbied to rename a monumental rock in the Exploits after the Beothuk chief Nonosabatsut, and even wrote letters to the government of Scotland to ask for the return of Beothuk remains to the province. With last year's dedication of Nonosabatsut Rock, and the recent news that Beothuk remains would be returned to Canada, the part of the province's history covered by the book is getting fresh attention. Beothuk remains to returnIn January, it was announced the remains of two Beothuk people will be transferred to Canada from Scotland. Anne Warr taught her young students about the Beothuk history.
Source: CBC News February 20, 2019 21:33 UTC