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Hopi Lesson Plans
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2nd graders examine the dwellings of the Hopi Tribe. In this Hopi pueblos lesson, 2nd graders view images of pueblos and compare them to modern day dwellings. 2nd graders discuss uses of natural resources for living.
4th graders make a mask of who they are as an individual after studying the Hopi Indians. In this Hopi Indians lesson plan, 4th graders compare and contrast the Hopi life with theirs, make predictions, and learn about culture.
This lesson has 4th graders read and look at maps of the Hopi Indians and compare and contrast their lives with the Hopi Indians. In this Hopi Indians lesson plan, 4th graders learn about different cultures and answer short answer questions.
This lesson has learners identify the parts of the corn stalk in English and Hopi. They discuss the significance of corn to the Hopi culture, and examine a diagram of the corn stalk. They discuss the purposes of the parts of the corn stalk, then label a diagram of the corn stalk in English and Hopi.
Learners examine different methods of farming and the significance of planting to the Hopi people. They discuss the preparation and methods of farming, and read and discuss a chart of the tasks and ceremonies that correspond with the Hopi ceremonial cycle.
In this lesson students practice relaxation techniques. In this Hopi extension lesson, students explore how to use progressive relaxation and creative visualization to remain calm when they experience stress.
In this lesson learners explore and debate, from multiple perspectives, a petition to allow Hopi Indians to take golden eagle hatchlings from a federal wildlife sanctuary for use in a religious ceremony. They defend their personal views on the issue by writing short speeches to present to Congress.
In this lesson learners research the Kachinas and their role in Hopi tribes. In this Southwest Native Americans lesson, learners discuss the meaning of religion and the role of the Kachinas in the Hopi tradition. In this lesson learners examine pictures of the Kachina and create masks. In this lesson learners present their masks and speak as Kachinas. In this lesson learners research the role of their Kachinas in the Hopi tribes.
In this lesson learners investigate the history of Hopi Kachina dolls. Among materials needed for creating their own dolls are cardboard tubes, wax paper, feathers, and natural materials such as shells and pine needles. Once the basic doll is complete,learners add accessories such as jewelry and arm bands.
Learners navigate the Web site to explore Hopi and Zuni pottery. After viewing Southwestern Native American pottery, learners design their own pottery. They describe the characteristics they noticed about Southwestern Native American pottery.
