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Native American Vocabulary

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If your class is learning about Native American culture or life, a vocabulary sheet might come in handy. There are 12 terms, each with a full definition included. Terms include buffalo, tepee, hogan, wampum, prairie, tribe, myth, clan, lacrosse, ceremony, and compromise, perfect for 3rd or 4th grade.

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3rd - 4th
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Social Studies & History
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