Third graders write informational paragraphs based on the settlement patterns of the United States. In this settlement lesson plan, 3rd graders read about population and how it affects where people settle next.

Students research and study the country of Mexico and complete a project about it. In this Mexico lesson plan, students research Mexico's geography, traditions, art, songs, stories, and legends that are native to Mexico.

In this South Dakota worksheet, students read 9 short paragraphs about the early settlement and statehood of South Dakota. Worksheet has no other associated activities.

Sixth graders examine three national parks and focus on what makes them special. Working in small groups, 6th graders create a small newspaper in which each of them writes an article that expresses the concerns of their park.

Students develop their research techniques and their ability to question and think critically about democracy and the parliamentary system of government.

Sixth graders research treaties. In this treaties activity, 6th graders go online to build knowledge about treaties. Students read information and take quizzes. Students write a comparative essay about how the Aboriginal and...

Fifth graders create birch bark biting art pieces. In this aboriginal art activity, 5th graders produce art using birch bark. Students present their art pieces and explain their designs.

In this Hot Dog Day learning exercise, students complete activities such as reading a passage, matching phrases, fill in the blanks, choose the correct word, multiple choice, unscramble the words, sequencing, unscramble the sentences,...

Students think critically and then present the information they have researched about the government.

In this Colorado reading comprehension worksheet, students read a 2-page selection regarding the state and then respond to 10 true or false questions.

This is a Saskatchewan based university founded initially in 1976 as the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College through a partnership with the University of Regina. The First Nations University of Canada is a symbol of the important...

The Assembly of First Nations is the national representative organization of the First Nations in Canada. A variety of resources are available, including printed information and video clips on current issues facing First Nations.

First Nations Contributions edukit looks at the accomplishments and backgrounds of many First Nations people, past and present. Select historical figures, such as Alex Decoteau, Pakan, and Star Blanket, are found in the biographies...

Here is an introduction to the Aboriginal Peoples who live in Canada, also called "First Peoples." Learn about their history before and after colonization, treaties and legislation, the diverse cultures and their demographics.

An alphabetical listing and detailed map showing the location of the lands of the aboriginal tribes and linguistic groups found in North America.

Reviews the treaties that have been given to Native Peoples in Canada including the Proclamation of 1763. Examines each treaty and how it affected the First Nations People.

The individuals who played a significant role in the signing of Treaty 8 are highlighted on this site by the Virtual Museum of Canada.

The Royal British Columbia Museum looks at the historical possibility of cultural exchanges between the Japanese and the First Nations Peoples in Canada's Northwest. The site also looks at the validity of stories of shipwrecks in the...

The Inuit and First Nations people tended to express their culture and history through artistic expression. Highlighted is the various art forms and artists of these people and especially the Northern region of Canada. Included are...

Mt. Logan in Canada's Yukon Territory is the tallest mountain in Canada and the second tallest in North America. Learn about the people who live around it, the history of mountaineering in the area, and the science - both geological and...

According to Canada's 2006 census, the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba had the highest urban, aboriginal population in Canada. Statistics for other urban and regional areas are included on this government site.

Here's an introduction to the creation myths of Canada's First Nations, which contains a brief look at the themes and content of these stories, as well as the problems that arise when they are translated. Includes links to the creation...

This is the umbrella organization for all First Nations groups in the Yukon. They are all listed here, as well as their languages, along with descriptive information. The history pages give brief descriptions of different phases of their...

The main site is huge with interactive links to different time periods, archival documents, photos,and artifacts. This section focuses on the time period 1867 - to Present. The building and growing of Canada through immigration,railway,...