What Should a House Do?

Students research various Native American stories and legends. They participate in reader's theater, write original legends, cook Native American foods, construct dioramas and view Native American art and artifacts.

Students research what Native Americans looked like in order to dispel common stereotypes.  In this Native American history lesson, students begin by drawing their mental picture of an Indian, then they research North American...

Young scholars investigate the Native Americans of the Muscogee Creek and their use of the land. In this U.S. history activity, students investigate the importance of the deer for the Muscogee Creek peoples' way of life and the many uses...

Students explore the connections between tradition and language. They examine the environment, history and culture of the Tlingit, Lakota and Cherokee tribes and identify the importance of maintaining languages for oral traditions.

Taking a guided tour through the White House would require extensive travel costs and an armed security escort—but a virtual tour only requires an Internet connection! A few clicks bring users through the historical corridors and rooms...

Reference material on several types of houses used by Native Americans in various parts of North America. Includes links to teacher resources.

Students read and discuss Native American legends. They examine how the Native American name came about.

Students research the tribes of American Indians in Virginia and settled, agricultural tribes in other regions of America. They explain how geography and climate influenced the way various Indian tribes lived, and evaluate the impact of...

Second graders complete projects related to a Native American tribe's home. In this Native American instructional activity, 2nd graders look at the different lifestyles and homes of the Native Americans. They create a model, journal, or...