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Many Trails of Tears: The Era of Indian Removal

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Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Creek, and Seminole. All were forced off their ancestral lands in the southeastern United States as part of the Indian Removal Act of 1830. Young historians research the tribes' reactions to this removal and relocation and the American government's policies and attitudes that lead to "The Trails of Tears."

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Concepts

the trail of tears, native american culture, native american history, native american tribes, native americans, north american native americans, american history, critical thinking, primary source analysis, primary sources, secondary sources, racism

Instructional Ideas

To help groups with their research, preview all eight versions of the Task Sheet and Organizers
Print the Historical Mingle cards on heavy paper and laminate them to permit reuse
Use the PowerPoint to guide learners through the lesson
Use during Native American Heritage Month in November

Classroom Considerations

The lesson is powerful and painful; be prepared to offer support, either on campus or in the community, for those showing signs of distress
Requires projection equipment with internet for the slide show and the video
Class members need access to devices with internet for their research
Extra prep time is required to prepare the many materials required for the lesson

Pros

Provides links for various teaching strategies used in the lesson
Materials are available in both English and Spanish

Cons

None

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