Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs the West: The Nez Perce and the Dawes Act

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This companion article from the PBS series, "New Perspectives on the West," offers a lesson plan which approaches the Dawes Act from the perspective of the Nez Perce.
Handout
Curated OER

Bureau of Land Management: Nez Perce National Historic Trail

For Students 9th - 10th
Chief Joseph's flight, along with the Nez Perce, from the U.S. cavalry is recounted here.
Primary
Other

Powerful People: Chief Joseph, Nez Perce (1840 1904)

For Students 9th - 10th
Many strong and insightful quotes from Chief Joseph as well as a brief biography and picture.
Handout
Other

Ochc: Oliver Otis Howard

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive biography of the interesting life of Oliver Otic Howard, a man who held progressive beliefs, but followed his military orders. Scroll down to find out about his interactions with Chief Joseph.