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 Native
Americans Thematic Units/Native Americans Lesson Plans/Native Americans
Activities
Native Americans
Introduce children to the culture of a variety of
Native American tribes through literature and related activities.
Native American Interdisciplinary Educational Unit
Students will learn about another race of People and
their culture, lifestyle and about the many important contributions to the
American people.
Native American Unit
1. Develop a healthy respect for Native American
heritage and the positive contributions it has offered the world. 2.
Appreciate the legends and history that are uniquely Native American. 3.
Describe elements of Native American names, games, ceremonies, and
cultural symbols. 4. Acknowledge the importance of seeking peace and
harmony within society and the environment. 5. Understand the basic rules
of reaching consensus, working cooperatively, and making decisions among
Native American people.
**Project Willow:
Understanding Native American Culture Through
Environmental Education. Don't miss this one!!
Project: Write a Letter to the Editor
The History of the Cherokee, produced by Ken Martin, is a well-organized
site that reveals Cherokee history and present-day culture with maps,
photos, information about Cherokee publications, and a selection of other
Native American links. Invite students to learn more about the Cherokee
people and the Cherokee syllabary by exploring this site.
A Storytelling
Festival This activity encourages students
to explore the native cultures of the Americas, to learn some aspects of
oral storytelling, and
to share their knowledge with others.
Swift Arrow
To learn the character quality of Fortitude. To
learn decision making during hard situations. The effect our choices make
on our lives. To learn about the time period, geography, Native American
life, frontier life, etc.. in which the Story Swift Arrow is set.
Teaching students about Native Americans Not a unit, but
provides positive strategies and discusses those you should avoid.
Native
American Internet Resources/Native American Internet Activities
Native Americans - Internet Resources All of the resources you
need.
Native
American Smartboard Resources
Native American
Powerpoint Presentations
Free powerpoint presentations on Native Americans.
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