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8th grade Native Americans thematic unit plans
Native American Mythology Unit 1 week bundle Native American heritage & cultures
This Native American Mythology unit bundle includes a full week of activities to help students understand some of the key features of Native American Mythology and recognize the link between American Literature and American History. The end of the unit is a fantastic bridge between Native American myths and the literature of the earliest American settlers, which sets students up to better understand some of the conflicts that arose as settlers began to arrive from Europe.Use as Native American H
Grades:
8th - 12th
CCSS:
The Seminole Indians Mini-Unit
This mini-unit on The Seminole Indians of Florida contains 19 pages of informational text and activities responding to text. Common Core standards covered include: Reading Informational Text--Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure, Integration of Knowledge ad Ideas, & Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity.
This mini-unit contains the following activities in response to informational text about Florida' "Unconquered Nation":
-fast facts on the food, home, clothing, & languag
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3rd - 8th
Nez Perce and Chief Joseph
This packet contains 19 pages of informational text describing the Nez Perce tribe of the Plateau and their great warrior Chief Joseph. The slides include information about: the people and their territory, clothing, food, shelter, family life, and history fighting for their land against the U.S. government. Also included are 3 follow up activities: Nez Perce bubble map, salmon sequencing, and a t-chart.
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2nd - 12th
An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States- Book Study
A full book study of "An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States" by Roxanne Dunbar Ortiz. This study includes thoughtful discussion prompts, vocabulary activities, and critical thinking activities. Assessments are all project-based learning and rubrics are included as well as graphic organizers.
Grades:
7th - 12th
Ancient Mayan Civilization PowerPoint Presentation Bundle
Explore the astounding culture and accomplishments of the Ancient Mayan Civilization in 192 informative and colorful slides covering: Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economics, and Social Structure, this presentation is closely aligned to the ELA Common Core Standards for Literacy in Middle School Social Studies.Deep in the heartland of Central America the Maya established a civilization that towered over the jungle canopy. Creating a new written language that has only just been tra
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6th - 9th
The Barren Grounds. Novel Study. Print And Go. No Prep. David Robertson
The Barren Grounds by David A Robinson is a brilliant middle grade fantasy novel. It was short-listed for the Silver Birch Award for Fiction. According to the Starred Review, "This middle grade fantasy novel deftly and compellingly centers Indigenous culture."David A. Robinson is one of my favourite contemporary Canadian authors because of the way he presents and shares his Cree culture in such an engaging and impactful way. This is a great entry point for discussion about indigenous culture and
Grades:
5th - 8th
Narrative Writing: Native American Trickster Tales
The Trickster is a character found in the narratives of many Native Peoples in North America. Teaching students how to write Native American Trickster Tales can be a great way to get them excited about the past, as well as gain a further understanding of America's earliest storytellers! This resource can complement Units on Native Americans and is designed to make Social Studies fun! After the lessons students can write tales on their own or with the graphic organizers. These things are included
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3rd - 9th
Native Americans of the Northwest Coast
Native Americans of the Northwest Coast is a part of The Events in History Series. This resource includes a complete study of the Northwest Coast Region and Clans and includes:- non-fiction texts- activities- graphic organizers- a writing prompt with a rubric- map prompt- practice pages - a project with a rubric. This study/project is a great way to include literacy standards in your social studies content!I also have this resource in a Google version here: Native Americans of the Northwest Coas
Grades:
5th - 8th
Native Americans of the Southwest
Native Americans of the Southwest is a part of The Events in History Series. This resource includes a complete study of the Southwest Region and Tribes and includes:- non-fiction texts- activities- graphic organizers- a writing prompt with a rubric- map prompt- practice pages - a project with a rubric. This study/project is a great way to include literacy standards in your social studies content!Do you need a Google version of this resource? My Digital Native Americans of the Southwest Google V
Grades:
5th - 8th
Native American Heritage Month: Social Studies Unit (w/ music)
UPDATED November 2021. I recently updated this lesson to include more relevant information, additional videos/podcasts, and more contemporary (recent) links and news items. I also broke the main video into 3 parts (each focusing on just one issue) and made new exit slip worksheets to allow for more flexibility in how teachers use and assign the work. Additionally, I provided an extension lesson on "Music with a Message" to continue the theme and make additional connections between student intere
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6th - 12th
TOTEM POLE ACTIVITY | Thanksgiving | Native Americans | Art Integration
Easily incorporate ART INTEGRATION into your classroom routine with this Totem Pole Reading and Art Activity! It includes everything you need to celebrate and understand the tradition of Totem Poles.The following Native American Totem Pole Art Resources are included:•Totem Pole nonfiction passage•Create a Totem Pole that represents your family •Rubric•BONUS: Video links for background knowledge and extensionSupplies Needed:•Copy paper•Notebook paper•Scissors•Ruler•Art supplies (pencils, markers,
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3rd - 12th
Streams to the River River to the Sea Student Novel Study Literature Unit
Click on the green star next to my name to become a follower. I am offering files at a discount or free when they first are available to my followers!This is 40+ pages of student papers on Scott O'Dell's book, Streams to the River, River to the Sea. In this file you will receive *Comprehension questions* Deeper thinking questions* Response activities* Quizzes* Final assessment with rubric* Answer keyThe rubric is aligned with 5th grade Common Core standards but can easily be adapted to other gr
Grades:
5th - 8th
History Unit - New France
This Unit contains detailed lesson plans, assessment sheets and rubrics, graphic organizers, and expectations connecting to the Ontario Curriculum for History (Grade 7). The unit provides students the opportunity to learn about New France through the use of technology (History Minutes, Research activities on the roles of habitant, Jesuit Priests, fille du roi, etc.) and a variety of mediums (Political Cartoons, famous portraits, Hudson's Bay Company website etc.)
Topics Covered Include: The G
Grades:
7th - 9th
NATIVE AMERICAN TOTEM POLE ELA MINI UNIT | Art Integration | Thanksgiving
Easily incorporate THEMATICALLY RIGOROUS LEARNING into your classroom routine with this no-prep, 24-page Totem Pole Mini Unit for Middle Grades (Grades 4-8)! This mini-unit includes everything you need to learn about Totem Poles with your students in your ELA, Art, or Social Studies classroom-reading, writing, art, and STEM. This is a great Thanksgiving-related art integration unit too!The following Native American Totem Pole Resources are included:•Nonfiction reading passage about Totem Poles w
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3rd - 12th
Native Americans of the Eastern Woodlands
Native Americans of the Eastern Woodlands is a part of The Events in History Series. This resource includes a complete study of the Eastern Woodlands Region and Tribes and includes:- non-fiction texts- activities- graphic organizers- a writing prompt with a rubric- map prompt- practice pages - a project with a rubric. This study/project is a great way to include literacy standards in your social studies content! I also have a Google version of this resource here: Digital Native Americans of the
Grades:
5th - 8th
Veterans Day icebreaker game BUNDLE main ideas activity independent work middle
Veterans Day independent work BUNDLE, Veterans Day activities game BUNDLE icebreaker game, worksheet activities. Have a fun time with this Activity Pack for Classroom speech activity for icebreaker games. This game is great for all ages 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th grade, Kid Education, early finishers, homeschool, Nursery school, Primary school, Junior high school, high school, and Middle school. It includes Printables Logic Puzzles for Kids, Mazes, word searches, Would you rather, Me
Grades:
4th - 12th
Native American Project Choice Board
This is perfect when finishing a unit of study on Native Americans. Allow students to use the choice board to find the project that best suits their interests and show off what they have learned. A variety of ideas, plus a spot where students can brainstorm their own ideas and use of technology in various ways (I had a student design a blog/website as their choice!). Rubric is include for teacher use, student self-assessment, and critic of a peer.
Grades:
4th - 8th
Multicultural Book List
This multicultural book list includes 48 book title with genre and type of book, reading level, main idea, a short description, why you should read it and some examples of curriculum integration. The different cultures represented include African American, Asian, Middle Eastern, Jewish, Native American, and Latino. This is a great resource for any teacher and encompasses all grade levels. If you have any questions just send me a message! Thanks!
Grades:
1st - 12th
Early America United States History Unit
Explore Early America in this hands-on history unit. Unit includes, vocabulary, PowerPoints and Guided Notes, map activities, DBQ's, image analysis and more. Lessons included in the unit:Early America Vocabulary Graphic OrganizerNative American Cultures PowerPoint and Guided NotesNative American Cultures Map ActivityIroquois Constitution Close Read Activity (Google Compatible)Native American Cave Art Activity (Google Compatible)Early Colonies PowerPoint and Guided Notes (Google Compatible)Mayflo
Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Native Studies 10 - Unit Plan
Identity and Worldviews Unit Plan.Includes:Table of ContentsRationaleUnit OverviewThorough Plans Linked to Curricular ObjectivesAppendix Resources(Native Studies 10 Saskatchewan Curriculum -- can be adapted to other grades as well)
Grades:
8th - 12th
Mini-unité sur quatre mythes d'origine indigènes
Quatre histoires expliquant les origines de diverses nations indigènes au Canada en français simplifié (j'ai traduit et simplifié différents mythes d'origine pour les élèves de l'immersion française, afin de les faire comprendre que les explications des origines humaines sont riches et diverses - ces histoires appartiennent évidemment aux nations qui les ont créées - je n'ai fait que les traduire et les adapter au niveau de mes élèves.)Haïda: le Corbeau et les premiers hommes (raconté par Bill R
Grades:
5th - 12th
NATIVE AMERICAN Indian Map Tribe & Landmark Geography Pin Activity & Flash Cards
Learn about the major territories of the Native American Indians as well as historic landmarks around North America with map pinning activity. Learn interesting facts about Native Americans with flashcards. Includes 9 pages of digital resources. *These resources are also included in the NATIVE America Unit Study Bundle.
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K - 8th
Indigenous People's Day
Google slides that explain who Indigenous People are and how Indigenous People's Day is celebrated. Includes critical thinking prompts, multimedia instruction (links to videos, books, sources, etc.), vocabulary, and more. Can be modified to support various glad level needs.
Grades:
1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The Life of the Pioneers
This is an 80-page document on many aspects of the Pioneer Life for both Canadian and American teachers. It has been designed in such a way so that it can be used as a complete unit book or independent pages. There is a companion website that I have designed for students to look up the information in the unit book or independent worksheets.
Topics include:
- Pioneer Roots (where did the original immigrants come from)
- Aboriginal People (information includes both the Canadian and American f
Grades:
3rd - 9th
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