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Native Americans Common Core CCRA.R.1 resources
Meet the Pilgrims and Wampanoag!
This unit was developed to include many of the instructional shifts of the Common Core. I wanted my students reading text closer to their level about Pilgrims and the Wampanoag so they could answer text-based questions. I couldn’t find something at a first/ second grade level so I decided to write my own and created 3 different levels of the same reader. I also wanted my students to be developing their own ideas about Pilgrims and the Wampanoag so I included opportunities for comparisons among t
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1st - 3rd
Fry Bread A Native American Family Story Activity Native American Heritage Month
Engage your students in a rigorous interactive read aloud with the book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard. Students will love the read aloud and be able to apply their knowledge in the extension activities and writing prompts centered around the book's theme of family and cultural traditions.Get all current interactive read alouds H A L F off with the Interactive Read Aloud ENDLESS Bundle! This resource is included in the November Interactive Read Aloud Bundle!
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K - 2nd
Blood on the River — Hyperlinked PDF project to accompany novel
Integrating multiple subjects is essential in our busy days—every minute counts! Knowing this, as well as the importance of non-fiction texts, I have many links to outside sources and though the project is centered around social studies, I included as much math and science as I could. I think historical fiction is an ideal medium for integration, but I realized that much of what students read in novels is passed over because they lack a frame of reference to comprehend much of the meaning, don't
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Paired Texts [Print & Digital]: Native Americans Grades 4-6
These paired passages, or paired texts, meet the demand for more complex texts that students can use to compare and build knowledge to integrate information and draw conclusions. The high-interest, rigorous passages in this set are great to stretch your 4th and 5th graders, and still appropriate for many students in middle school as well. The passages in this set are differentiated. Two levels are provided: on grade level for 4-5 and on grade level for 6-7.I have included printable AND Google Ap
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Yearlong Print and Digital Paired Text Bundle for Grades 4-6
Sign of the Beaver — Hyperlinked PDF project to accompany novel
This HyperDoc is designed for use with a computer or tablet while reading Sign of the Beaver. Knowing every minute is precious, I incorporated as many subjects as possible and to keep students engaged there are links to text, audio, video, and images.This project includes: figurative language, character development, animal science, the French and Indian Wars, Native American lifestyle and treatment, the Proclamation of 1763, calculating distance and time traveled, and much more. There are more t
Grades:
3rd - 5th
3rd-5th Grade Indigenous Peoples Day Digital Resource for Google Slides™
What is Indigenous Peoples Day? This Indigenous People's Day resource is geared towards students in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade. Use this to teach your students about the difference between Columbus Day and Indigenous People's Day. Students will complete this project on their computer or tablet using Google Slides™.Students will learn about the history and importance of remembering Indigenous People and then answer comprehension and discussion questions about what they have learned.This Google Slides
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Yearlong Digital Holiday Activity Bundle - Ready for Google Classroom™
Squanto’s Journey First Thanksgiving Read Aloud Book Companion Comprehension
Squanto’s Journey First Thanksgiving Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book Squanto’s Journey : The Story of the First Thanksgiving, by Joseph Bruchac & Greg Shed (book not included).This 48-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below : 48 Pages Total Include:1. Table of Contents2. 10 Comprehensio
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3rd - 5th
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Earth on Turtle's Back & When Grizzlies Walked Upright Native American Myths
Bundle of 2-3 days worth of activities to introduce Native American Mythology, including an editable slide presentation in both PowerPoint and Google Slides, a link to an online game matching morals to children's stories, reading comprehension worksheets, a pre-reading fill in the blank cloze activity (printable or digital), a compare and contrast worksheet and a writing or class presentation assignment that has students creating their own origin myths about their least favorite school rules. U
Grades:
7th - 11th
Code Talker Unit Plans - Novel Study Guide with Reading Comprehension Questions
Teaching reading skills by reading a novel can be a daunting task if you've never done it before. The Code Talker novel study guide is a COMPLETE LITERATURE GUIDE for this gripping historical fiction book about the role of Navajo Code Talkers during World War II. Everything you need to turn Code Talkers into a standards-based unit of study is included: BUILDING BACKGROUND KNOWLEDGE (access articles and videos using QR codes), READING COMPREHENSION SKILLS (multiple times), and DEEP THINKING TEX
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Historical Fiction Novel Studies BUNDLE & Book Companions
Eagle Song | Joseph Bruchac | Novel Study | Printables | Iroquois | Mohawk
Will Danny ever feel comfortable in the big city? Step into Danny's shoes as he adjusts to life in a new place far different from his home. Using a blend of narration and poignant references to Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) culture, this amazing novel teaches about remaining true to our roots in the midst of change.This resource is offered in a money-saving bundle:Eagle Song BUNDLE | Digital and Printable | Distance LearningBuy the bundle and save 20%!What teachers are saying:"I would buy this resour
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3rd - 5th
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Native Americans & ELA Integrated Bundle: Reading, Writing & Social Studies
Native Americans and Language Arts Resource Bundle SetThis integrated bundle has everything you need to teach Native Americans and language arts skills at the same time! The bundle includes 5 separate resources that include a nonfiction/informational texts unit on Native Americans, a paired passages set, a research project, a set of pre-written exit tickets, and a social studies review/center activity. Teachers can use these resources for:primary instruction of social studies standards on Native
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4th - 6th
Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Native American Read Aloud Book Study Companion
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush Read Aloud Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Literacy Unit A Literacy Book Companion Unit with Comprehension & Fun Activities, based on the book by Tomie dePaola (book not included).This 52-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below : 52 Pages Total Include:1. Table of Contents2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions 3. continued4. 10 Multiple Choice Questions 5. con
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2nd - 4th
Without Title - Diane Glancy - Poetry Analysis Activities & PowerPoint
Help your students connect to and analyze Diane Glancy’s moving poem, “Without Title: for my Father who lived without ceremony.” It is an excellent addition to any poetry unit, Native American literature unit or multicultural literature unit. The resource includes:9-Page Activities Packet--with a video and brochure pre-reading activity to build background knowledge, thought-provoking post-reading activities for deep poetry analysis, and a quiz to check for comprehension and skill mastery12-slide
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7th - 11th
Native American Unit: Lesson Plans, Slides, Handouts - History, Ethnic Studies +
This thorough unit provides an overview of Indigenous Peoples' socio-political history with an emphasis on current issues. (It does not focus on individual tribal nations.) Intensive prep has been done so you can focus on teaching! LOW PREP (print and go) — includes lesson plans, slides with activities, PDF handouts, plus formative and summative assessments. Use for Ethnic Studies and History, provide context for English topics. High School resource that can be used for digital learning. The les
Grades:
9th - 12th
Mythology Choice Board/Stations/Groupwork: Monster Myths of the Native Americans
Native American mythical creatures are the intriguing subjects of spooky tales, but they serve a much larger purpose in a culture's folklore. Often these mythological monsters are used to explain the unexplained or serve as a warning against dangerous or inappropriate behavior. In this lesson, students will explore a diverse set of mythical creatures from Native American folklore and look for patterns or similarities between the stories. The resource can be used either in digital or printable f
Grades:
7th - 12th
CKLA Grade 3 Unit 8 Native Americans Reading Quiz BUNDLE (1st edition)
This 1st Edition CKLA Native Americans Quiz BUNDLE is aligned to the Grade 3 Native Americans Student Reader. An easy, no prep way to review your Reader with your students!Looking for the 2nd Edition CKLA version? CLICK HERE!CKLA Grade 3 Unit 8 Native Americans Quiz BUNDLE includes:★ 2 versions of reading comprehension worksheets for each Reader chapter (14 worksheets in all) to meet your students needs.★ One worksheet version includes a spot for page number evidence citations for each question,
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3rd
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Two Roads by Joseph Bruchac Native American Heritage Novel Guide
Two Roads by Joseph Bruchac Novel Guide Google Classroom Novel GuideNative American History | American History Beautifully written historical fiction novel, set during the Great Depression era. Ideal for upper elementary and middle school students. Rich in historical context and vocabulary. Unique, engaging novel for all students. This pack includes many resources for background information, and your students will surely conduct their own search. This novel guide includes: Pre, during, post read
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6th - 9th
I Am Not A Number Residential Schools Lesson
I Am Not A Number by Jenny Dupuis and Kathy Kacer Google Classroom Lesson Teaching about residential schools and The Orange Shirt DayThis is an original lesson plan that includes the following:New Vocabulary Background knowledge and discussion about Canadian Residential SchoolsThe role and consequences of residential school on Canadian First Nations people.Story sequencing activity Identifying the problem and solution Character Analysis Long term effects of residential schools on indigenous cult
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4th - 7th
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A Full Unit for Undefeated by Steve Sheinkin
This is a complete 39 page unit for Steve Sheinkin's Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team. The unit breaks the novel down into 13 chapters each with vocabulary terms pulled from the novel, 135 Reading Questions (focusing on higher order thinking) covering the entire novel, an answer guide for all 135 reading questions, and 10 chapter activities to do throughout the novel.Be sure to check out these other, completely free, resources I have to aid in teaching with gra
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5th - 12th
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Did Pocahontas Save John Smith? An Investigation and Essay Activity
It’s a story familiar to every American child: John Smith, captured by Powhatan Indians, was about to have his head smashed in when suddenly the Chief’s daughter, Pocahontas, laid her head on his and begged her father not to kill Smith, thereby saving his life. But is it true?
The answer to that is simple: nobody really knows. In this activity, students will examine both sides of the question, analyze the arguments made for and against the veracity of Smith's story, and decide for themselves wh
Grades:
7th - 11th
Pasquala — Hyperlinked PDF project to accompany novel
This product has been reworked with chapters split apart, images and links added, and questions updated. More than 30 links are embedded in this PDF. These links provide curated research, videos, and more. Questions and activities have been developed to aid and deepen comprehension and spark critical thinking. It can be used individually or as a class; use all or part of it; the many links to enrichment material make it ideal for early finishers and great for homeschoolers, too. This is a great
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3rd - 5th
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The Mud Pony Book Study Companion Reading Comprehension Rainbow Native American
The Mud Pony : A Reading Rainbow Book Study Companion Read Aloud Comprehension Packet with activities including quiz, sequencing, vocabulary, writing, and more, based on the book by Caron Lee Cohen (book not included). This 46-page packet provides a variety of levels to reach each individual student. Please see preview pages and descriptions below . Worksheets include lined paper for easy handwriting practice: 46 Pages Total Include:1. TABLE OF CONTENTS2. 10 Comprehension short-answer questions
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2nd - 4th
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Cultural Identity and Native American Units - Ethnic Studies Introduction & more
Introduce terms with Explore Cultural Identity. Delve deeper into concepts with Why Identity Matters. Apply this foundation to an in-depth unit with Native Americans: History and Current Issues. LOW PREP (print and go) — includes lesson plans, slides with engaging activities, PDF handouts, plus formative and summative assessments. Use for Ethnic Studies and History, provide context for English topics. High School resource that could be used advanced 8th graders and work for digital learning.“Who
Grades:
9th - 12th
CKLA Grade 3 Unit 8 Native Americans Reading Quiz BUNDLE (2nd edition)
This 2nd Edition CKLA Native Americans Quiz BUNDLE is aligned to the Grade 3 Native Americans Student Reader. An easy, no prep way to review your Reader with your students!Looking for the 1st edition version? CLICK HERE!CKLA Grade 3 Unit 8 Native Americans Quiz BUNDLE includes:★ 2 versions of reading comprehension worksheets for each Reader chapter (16 worksheets in all) to meet your students needs.★ One worksheet version includes a spot for page number evidence citations for each question, and
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3rd
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