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North Dakota Museum of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the website of the North Dakota Museum of Art. The museum focuses on contemporary art and art that shows the visual history of the region, including a focus on Native American art. Collections and exhibitions can be viewed...
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: Native American Poetry and Sand Paintings

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson plan, your learners can read Native American poetry, then create their own unique sand paintings. Provides links to handouts and information as well assessment criteria, and extension ideas.
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John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Lesson: Navajo Weaving

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Intergrating dance into your social studies lesson on the Navajo culture will give your students a glimpse into another way of life. They will use their knowledge of loom weaving, Native Americans, and creative dance to express these...
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California State University

Navaho Rug

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A simple, but dynamic introductory weaving lesson that focuses on the art of the Navaho Native Americans. The lesson is well thought-out and includes references to children's literature to read as an introduction.
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Yale University

Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: Mosaic America: Civil Rights Movement

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A activity unit designed to outline the civil rights movement as seen through the eyes of African Americans, Chicanos, and Native Americans.
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California State University

Basket Making

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This fibers project goes cross-curricular to focus on Native American coil baskets. Techniques could be challenging. However, when completed, your students will feel so rewarded with a beautiful handmade craft.
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Yale University

Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: Understanding the Ancient Americas

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A collection of lesson plans with background information on ancient civilizations in the Americas. Includes topics such as Aztec and Mayan mythology, Hispanic influence, religious practices, artwork, and artifacts. The materials were...