Elementary School Native Americans Cultural Activities

The Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters is a must-have resource for teachers looking to educate their students about the history of residential schools and the significance of Orange Shirt Day. This fully editable workbook provides a comprehensive, age-appropriate exploration of truth and reconciliation, and empowers students to reflect on the "Every Child Matters" message through engaging activities and thoughtful reflection.

Why Teachers Should Buy It:

1. Differentiated for Various Reading Levels: With two differentiated versions (Primary and Junior), this resource is perfect for classes with students at different reading levels. Whether you're working with younger students or those who need more challenging material, both versions allow for an inclusive and engaging learning experience for all.
2. Editable for Personalization: The fully editable PowerPoint format allows you to customize the content to meet your classroom's unique needs. Add local context, adjust the reading passages, or simplify the activities to suit your students’ abilities.
3. Supports Meaningful Conversations: This workbook offers a structured and respectful way to introduce the difficult topics of residential schools and reconciliation. The activities, which include reading comprehension, reflection questions, and creative tasks, foster empathy and understanding in your students.
4. Engaging Content: Students will learn about Phyllis Webstad’s personal story, the origins of Orange Shirt Day, and the broader history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The workbook includes beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals and worksheets designed to captivate and educate.
5. Promotes Critical Thinking and Reflection: Encourage students to critically reflect on the impact of residential schools through thoughtful questions, journaling activities, and art-based projects such as designing their own "Orange Shirt" to symbolize the “Every Child Matters” movement.
6. Complete Resource for Educators: Whether you're new to teaching Orange Shirt Day or an experienced educator, this resource provides everything you need to facilitate these vital conversations in your classroom. It's easy to use, visually appealing, and ready to print or edit.

Included:

• Two differentiated versions (Primary & Junior) for various reading levels
• Reading passages on Phyllis Webstad’s story and the history of residential schools
• Indigenous culture vocabulary and illustrations
• Reflection and comprehension worksheets
• Creative activities (e.g., designing an Orange Shirt)

Ensure that your Orange Shirt Day lesson is impactful and informative with the Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters. Help your students understand the importance of reconciliation and foster a culture of respect and inclusivity in your classroom.

❤️Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Native American Heritage or Indigenous Peoples' Day in your classroom? Your students will love learning about buffalo hide art and how it was used in Native American culture, while making beautiful writing craft projects!

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✏️Use the cultural guide, symbols guide, vocabulary definitions, and discussion questions to teach about the history of buffalo hide art and how it was used in Native American tribes.

✏️Students can choose from 25 symbols, called pictographs, to create their personalized buffalo hide art project.

✏️Students can use the symbols to tell stories (real or fictional), create scenes, or simply choose ones that represent their qualities or the traits of family members.

✏️Crafts are differentiated! Students can color, draw, or decorate their craft, choose from a variety of writing prompts, and writing sheet options (dotted vs. single lines etc.)

✏️Use the arts and craft writing projects to meaningfully decorate your bulletin board, classroom, or hallway, while displaying your students' creativity!

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⭐️Great for centers (literacy, writing, art), whole group lessons, independent work, partner work, indoor recess, sub tub, intervention programs and more!

⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go!

⭐️Create a writing bulletin board, door, or hallway by displaying craftivities!

⭐️Check out the preview for a more detailed look at what's inside!

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✅ Includes: (64 pages)

Informational guides: (6 pages)

☑ Buffalo hide art information (1 page)

☑ Pictograph symbols guide (2 pages)

☑ Vocabulary guide (3 pages)

Craft components: (32 pages)

☑ Craft directions (3 pages)

☑ Craft example (1 page)

☑ Craft templates (4 pages)

☑ Craft worksheets (8 pages)

☑ Black & white symbols (3 pages)

☑ Color symbols (13 pages)

Writing projects (optional): (26 pages)

☑ Writing prompts, research ideas, or discussion questions (1 page)

☑ Brainstorming sheets - informative, narrative, personal narrative, persuasive (4 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - tracing symbol names (5 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - blank, mini blocks, dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - blank, mini blocks, solid lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - sequencing (first, next, then, etc.) - blank dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - sequencing (first, next, then, etc.) - blank solid lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Buffalo Hide Art" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Buffalo Hide Art" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Buffalo" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Buffalo" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "My Buffalo Hide Story" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "My Buffalo Hide Story" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - blank (additional sheet) - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - blank (additional sheet) - full page, solid lines (1 page)

✅ Bonus: (68 pages)

☑ What you need to know (1 page)

☑ Table of contents (3 pages)

☑ Black and white set (64 pages)

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✅ Pictograph symbols included: (25)

☑ badger tracks (summer)

☑ bear (strength)

☑ bear paw (good omen)

☑ buffalo eye (alertness)

☑ big mountain (abundance)

☑ bird (carefree)

☑ brothers (loyalty)

☑ buffalo horns (success)

☑ butterfly (renewal)

☑ cactus (desert)

☑ coyote tracks (trickster)

☑ deer tracks (safety)

☑ drying rack (plenty of meat)

☑ eagle (freedom)

☑ eagle feather (chief)

☑ hogan (permanent home)

☑ horse (journey)

☑ lightning (power)

☑ Medicine Man's eye (wisdom)

☑ mountain range (destination)

☑ spider (good luck)

☑ sun (happiness)

☑ tipi (temporary home)

☑ turtle (protection)

☑ wolf paw (courage)

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16 pages of basic facts and engaging activities in comic book format to help students learn about Oklahoma's state history in its before statehood years. This first in a series Oklahoma packet focuses on 1500-1700s using comic book format with text boxes. Comes with comic book pages and nine activities. Students can re-write the story of Oklahoma using the extra comic pages that have blank text boxes. Excellent for history and ELA classes to use for state test prep, assessment, chronological order, basic motor skills, writing skills, and much more... Packet Includes: 1541--Coronado, de Soto, and Native Americans 1541--write your own land charter for Spain 1682--le Salle and King of France 1682--pros and cons of running a new world (compare/contrast) 1700s--waterways exploration by 7 explorers 1700s--map your own waterway exploration across Oklahoma 1700s--fight for takeover of Oklahoma by France and Spain 1700s--Oklahoma's Riches (Resources native to Oklahoma) 1763--France gives land to England and Spaing 1763--Class/Group survey on who owned Oklahoma Create your own Oklahoma Timeline 5 Comic handouts with blank text boxes to re-tell the history Can be used with other Oklahoma products found at this storefront: Oklahoma Land Rush Notable Native Americans Te Ata, Mary Fisher Native American Day

⭐Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a paper plate dreamcatcher craft!

⭐This easy, high-demand, low-prep activity lets students explore cultural significance while practicing fine motor skills.

⭐Perfect for K-2 classrooms.

♥Key Features:

1. Easy-to-follow instructions for creating a dreamcatcher with paper plates and simple materials.
2. Explores the cultural significance of dreamcatchers in Native American traditions.
3. Encourages creativity as students decorate their dreamcatchers with beads, feathers, and yarn.
4. Fine motor practice through threading and weaving activities.
5. Perfect for display as a classroom project or take-home craft.
6. Cultural awareness for Native American Heritage Month, blending art and education.

♥Perfect For:

1. K-2 classrooms celebrating Native American Heritage Month.
2. Art or cultural studies lessons that introduce Native American traditions.
3. Teachers seeking low-prep activities for classroom cultural education.
4. Hands-on crafts that incorporate social studies and fine motor practice.
5. Quick projects for building respect and understanding for different cultures.
6. Teachers planning interactive displays or bulletin boards for November.

♥Why Choose This Product:

1. Simple yet impactful craft to teach cultural respect.
2. Engages young learners with hands-on activities.
3. Builds cultural understanding through creativity and reflection.
4. Minimal prep required—just paper plates, yarn, beads, and feathers!
5. Perfect for classroom or at-home learning during Native American Heritage Month.
6. Encourages fine motor skills while sharing cultural knowledge.

♥What is Included:

1. Step-by-step instructions for dreamcatcher creation.
2. Materials list (paper plates, yarn, beads, feathers).
3. Ideas for creative decoration with patterns and colors.
4. Suggestions for classroom display of finished dreamcatchers.

♥Skills Practiced:

1. Fine Motor Skills (threading, weaving, decorating).
2. Cultural Awareness and respect for Native American traditions.
3. Creativity and Self-Expression through personalized designs.

♥Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will gain an understanding of the cultural significance of dreamcatchers.
2. Students will develop fine motor skills through hands-on crafting.
3. Students will build respect for diversity by learning about Native American heritage.

♥♥This resource includes:

• 1 Print-Ready Main PDF File.
• Terms Of Use Text.
• Terms Of Use and Credits PDF File.
• 2 Preview PDF Files.

♥♥♥ TERMS OF USE ♥♥♥

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Explore the rich history and culture of the Chumash people with our comprehensive Research Booklet Template and Informational Reading Passage Bundle. Perfect for elementary and middle school students, this bundle is designed to facilitate an engaging and informative research project and provide differentiated reading materials for various grade levels. Dive into various aspects of Chumash life, from their traditional land to influential figures who have shaped their history.

Features

Title Page: Two title page options are included. One is filled in with "Chumash People" and the other is a blank template for personalization.

Land: A dedicated section with a map highlighting traditional Chumash land. Students can explore and document the geographical aspects of Chumash life.

Homes: Learn about the types of dwellings used by the Chumash, including their construction methods and materials.

Clothing: Discover traditional Chumash clothing, including materials, designs, and cultural significance.

Children: A section focused on the lives of Chumash children, their roles, and daily activities.

Influential Chumash: Highlight and research notable Chumash figures who have made significant contributions to their community and beyond.

About the Author: A space for students to add their own information, reflecting on what they learned during their research.

Informational Reading Passage

Differentiated Levels: Includes two versions of the reading passage, one for elementary students and one for upper grades. Each passage is designed to be engaging and appropriate for the respective reading levels.

Elementary Level: A simplified version of the reading passage, focusing on key facts and basic information about the Chumash people, their land, homes, clothing, children, and influential figures.

Upper Grades Level: A more detailed and complex version of the reading passage, providing in-depth information and encouraging critical thinking about the Chumash culture and history.

Benefits

Engaging Learning: Encourages in-depth research and understanding of Chumash culture and history.

Customizable: The blank templates allow for personalization, making each project unique.

Educational: Provides a structured format for students to document their findings, enhancing their research and writing skills.

Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of topics, offering a holistic view of the Chumash people.

Differentiated Instruction: The reading passages cater to different reading levels, ensuring all students can access and understand the material.

Usage

Ideal for classroom assignments, history projects, or independent study. This bundle can be used in both physical and digital formats, making it versatile for various educational settings.

Perfect For

Teachers: Looking for a structured and informative project for their students, with differentiated reading materials.

Students: Interested in Native American history and culture.

What is Thanksgiving? - A HISTORY MINI-LESSON

This 10 slide digital Google Slide Lesson answers basic questions about the holiday. Created in a question/answer format, the historical information is clear and concise; perfect for a brief reminder of the original story. The historical information is brought to life with bold photos and an embedded video link for the visual learner.

• When is Thanksgiving?
• Where is Thanksgiving celebrated?
• When did Thanksgiving become a holiday?
• Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving?
• What was the first Thanksgiving?
• Why is Thanksgiving important?

Learn all about the ORCA WHALE (killer whale) with this 3-page handout and art activity! Whale pods, lifecycle, Indigenous significance, and more! Complete a orca directed drawing activity.

Page 1: Lesson plan
Page 2: Handout 1
Page 3: Handout 2
Page 4: Indigenous significance of the orca whale
Page 5: 10 step directed drawing activity
Page 6: Bonus activity: colouring page

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Students will be able to use this resource to compare and contrast Dakota and Ojibwe Native Americans. Categories include homes, clothing, transportation, language, and games. This product meets the MN state standards for social studies for second grade!

What's Included:

Compare and Contrast Dakota and Ojibwe Native Americans Worksheet

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Looking for a powerful way to celebrate diversity and support an inclusive classroom? These thoughtfully designed resources provide your students with a deep understanding of Native American cultures, history, and beliefs. When you download this Bundle Native American Heritage Month Activity with a Bulletin Board Set, your students will be motivated and engaged in learning with 3 interactive games. Additionally, these stunning 8.5" X 11" posters are perfect for classroom décor, bulletin boards, or door decorations and are a beautiful addition to any class.

➟ A handout is included for quiet seatwork, homework, or emergency sub plans!

TRIVIA GAMES

These three games are suitable for individuals, small groups, or for whole-class activities. With 35+ interesting facts, each game has a regular round and a speed round to help students remember the information they learn. A handout of questions is included to use as quiet seat work!

BULLETIN BOARD

These 14 inspirational quotes by Native Americans are perfect for Native American Heritage Month or Indigenous Peoples' Day! For classroom décor, bulletin boards, or door decorations, they are a beautiful addition to any class. From Cherokee, Duwamish, Nez Perce, Hopi and others, these quotes will surely resonate with your middle and high school students.

➟ Quotes included in this set:

• ”Humans merely share the earth. We can only protect the land, not own it.” ~Duwamish
• "We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.” ~Dakota
• ”It is no longer good enough to cry peace, we must act peace, live peace and live in peace.” ~Shenandoah 
• And many more!

➟ To Print: Print on regular 8.5 X 11 paper. No prep!

➟ Resources included in this purchase:

• 35+ unique multiple-choice trivia questions
• Instructions on how to play 3 different trivia games.
• Answers (answers to each question are in BOLD)
• 14 unique quotes by Native American and Indigenous People
• 3 different "Title" posters
• Terms of Use

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This ESL ELD resource is great for listening practice and analysis for your ELL students as well as writing. Students will listen to three NPR StoryCorps stories that follow the voices and stories of Native Americans. Students will have a graphic organizer to complete that will challenge and engage them. This is a great resource for the ESL classroom and can be used with a substitute so students can do it independently.

This activity includes:

1. Lots of visuals

2. Vocabulary supports

3. Sentence starters and frames

4. Theme practice

5. Synthesizing all three stories

This is a great way to weave in Native American voices with the listening and writing practice your ELL students need!

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❤️Looking for culturally appropriate activities to celebrate Native American Heritage or Indigenous Peoples' Day in your classroom? Your students will love learning about The Seven Grandfather Teachings (The 7 Sacred Teachings) with engaging reading passages, mini readers, coloring pages, posters, worksheets, and more!

⭐️What are The Seven Grandfather Teachings?

It is believed that this wisdom came from the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) people, but has been adapted and used by many Indigenous cultures. Each teaching is a special lesson that helps us be better to ourselves, others, and the world around us. (Note: The animals and teachings can vary based on location or Indigenous group.)

⭐️ Learn about:

love (eagle), respect (buffalo), courage (bear), honesty (sabe/sasquatch), wisdom (beaver), humility (wolf), and truth (turtle).

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✏️Use the cultural guide and reading passages to teach about The Seven Sacred Teachings.

✏️Use the coloring pages to create an individual or class booklet to read or take home to share with family!

✏️Or mount onto colored paper to display as posters on your bulletin board, hallway or door!

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⭐️ Great for any elementary grade!

⭐️ Use for Native American Heritage Month, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Aboriginal education, Canadian First Peoples education, First Nations education, character education, social-emotional learning (SEL), social studies centers, small groups, morning work, partner work, indoor recess, early finishers, art centers, rewards, coloring book gifts, sub tub, intervention programs and more!

⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go!

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✅ What You Get: (50 pages)

✏️Teaching Materials: (9 pages)

☑ Cultural information guide (2 pages)

☑ Information on each teaching (7 pages)

✏️Student Activities: (41 pages)

☑ Mini booklet (1 page)

☑ Writing prompt worksheets (7 pages)

☑ Seven Teachings worksheet (1 page)

☑ Seven Teachings word search (1 page)

☑ Cover pages (2 pages)

☑ Coloring pages (29 pages)

✅ Bonus: (62 pages)

☑ Table of contents (2 pages)

☑ What you need to know (1 page)

☑ Color set to use as posters (50 pages)

☑ Answer key (9 pages)

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Who is Mary Fisher, and what is her impact on society? 20 active learning, engaging activities to help students learn about and understand the life and times of Mary Fisher, known as Te Ata, a Chickasaw storyteller, performer, and artist. Includes: Black and white coloring images on pages Who is Mary Fisher (synonyms)? Timeline of Life (blank timeline to retell and fill in) Compare & Contrast School Days (1900s vs. Today) Become a Journalist (Interview) "Bearer of the Morning" Bumper Sticker Storytelling a Family Tradition The Royal Speech Crossword Puzzle & Answer Sheet (Answers on Timeline for students) Mary's FakeBook Broadway Marquee Poem Pictograph Point of View Treasure of Oklahoma (State Focused) Legend of the White Wolf Te Ata, the Movie (Design ad) Te Ata, the Cast (Cast the Parts)

Explore the rich history and culture of the Miwok people with our comprehensive Research Booklet Template and Informational Reading Passage Bundle. Perfect for elementary and middle school students, this bundle is designed to facilitate an engaging and informative research project and provide differentiated reading materials for various grade levels. Dive into various aspects of Miwok life, from their traditional land to influential figures who have shaped their history.

Features
Title Page: Two title page options are included. One is filled in with "Miwok People" and the other is a blank template for personalization.
Land: A dedicated section with a map highlighting traditional Miwok land. Students can explore and document the geographical aspects of Miwok life.
Homes: Learn about the types of dwellings used by the Miwok, including their construction methods and materials.
Clothing: Discover traditional Miwok clothing, including materials, designs, and cultural significance.
Children: A section focused on the lives of Miwok children, their roles, and daily activities.
Influential Miwok: Highlight and research notable Miwok figures who have made significant contributions to their community and beyond.
About the Author: A space for students to add their own information, reflecting on what they learned during their research.

Informational Reading Passage
Differentiated Levels: Includes two versions of the reading passage, one for elementary students and one for upper grades. Each passage is designed to be engaging and appropriate for the respective reading levels.
Elementary Level: A simplified version of the reading passage, focusing on key facts and basic information about the Miwok people, their land, homes, clothing, children, and influential figures.
Upper Grades Level: A more detailed and complex version of the reading passage, providing in-depth information and encouraging critical thinking about the Miwok culture and history.

Benefits
Engaging Learning: Encourages in-depth research and understanding of Miwok culture and history.
Customizable: The blank templates allow for personalization, making each project unique.
Educational: Provides a structured format for students to document their findings, enhancing their research and writing skills.
Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of topics, offering a holistic view of the Miwok people.
Differentiated Instruction: The reading passages cater to different reading levels, ensuring all students can access and understand the material.

Usage
Ideal for classroom assignments, history projects, or independent study. This bundle can be used in both physical and digital formats, making it versatile for various educational settings.
**Perfect For
**Teachers: Looking for a structured and informative project for their students, with differentiated reading materials.
Students: Interested in Native American history and culture.

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What is Thanksgiving? - A HISTORY MINI-LESSON

This 10 slide digital PowerPoint Lesson answers basic questions about the holiday. Created in a question/answer format, the historical information is clear and concise; perfect for a brief reminder of the original story. The historical information is brought to life with bold photos and an embedded video link for the visual learner.

• When is Thanksgiving?
• Where is Thanksgiving celebrated?
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Explore the wisdom of the Sacred Indigenous teachings with this special lesson about Wolf and humbleness. Dive into the Indigenous tale "Story of Two Wolves" and learn about being humble. Then, try the "Humble Like Wolf" activity included. It's part of a bigger set called the 7 Sacred Indigenous Teachings package. After discovering how wise Wolf is, you'll want to find out about the other six teachings too. Start your learning adventure now!

Page 1: Introduction to the 7 Sacred Teachings (handout)
Page 2: The Story of Two Wolves (An Indigenous story)
Page 3: Humble Like Wolf: student activity

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Looking for a simple and powerful way to celebrate diversity in your classroom? Do you need an inclusive and engaging bulletin board? Do you want to support your students in learning about Native American culture? Then download my Native American Heritage Month Bulletin Board Set Inspirational Quotes.

These 10 inspirational quotes by Native Americans and Indigenous People are perfect for classroom décor, bulletin boards, or door decorations. With quotes from Cheyenne, Duwamish, Nez Perce, Hopi, and others, these quotes will surely resonate with your upper elementary students.

Quotes included in this set:

• "There is but one secret to success: never give up.” ~Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Cheyenne 
• "Take only memories, leave nothing but footprints.” ~Chief Seattle, Duwamish
• “It does not require many words to speak the truth.” ~Chief Joseph, Nez Perce
• "One finger cannot lift a pebble.” ~Hopi
• “Our first teacher is our own heart.” ~Cheyenne
• And many more!

To Print: Print on regular 8.5 X 11 paper. No prep!

Resources included in this purchase:

• 10 unique quotes by Native American and Indigenous People

• 3 different "Title" posters for your bulletin board including the following:

• "OCTOBER 11 is Indigenous Peoples' Day"

• "NOVEMBER is Native American Heritage Month"

• "NOVEMBER is American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month"

• Terms of Use

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❤️Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Native American Heritage or Indigenous Peoples' Day in your classroom? Your students will love learning about teepee dwellings and how they were used in Native American culture, while making beautiful 3D writing craft projects! (3 crafts included)

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✏️Use the cultural guide, symbols guide, vocabulary definitions, and discussion questions to teach about the history of tipis and how they were used in Native American tribes.

✏️3 teepee crafts included! Use the templates as a stencil to create your craft on colored paper, or decorate directly on craft worksheets!

✏️Students can choose from 25 symbols, called pictographs, to create their personalized tepee art project.

✏️Students can use the symbols to tell stories (real or fictional), create scenes, or simply choose ones that represent their qualities or the traits of family members.

✏️Crafts are differentiated! Students can color, draw, or decorate their teepee, choose from a variety of writing prompts, and writing sheet options (dotted vs. single lines etc.)

✏️Use the arts and craft writing projects to meaningfully decorate your bulletin board, classroom, or hallway, while displaying your students' creativity!

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⭐️Great for centers (literacy, writing, art), whole group lessons, independent work, partner work, indoor recess, sub tub, intervention programs and more!

⭐️This resource is low prep and will save you time! Simply print and go!

⭐️Create a writing bulletin board, door, or hallway by displaying craftivities!

⭐️Check out the preview and video for a more detailed look at what's inside!

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✅ Includes: (61 pages)

Informational guides: (6 pages)

☑ Teepee information (1 page)

☑ Pictograph symbols guide (2 pages)

☑ Vocabulary guide (3 pages)

Craft components: (29 pages)

☑ Craft directions (4 pages)

☑ Craft templates (3 pages)

☑ Craft worksheets (6 pages)

☑ Black & white symbols (3 pages)

☑ Color symbols (13 pages)

Writing projects (optional): (26 pages)

☑ Writing prompts, research ideas, or discussion questions (1 page)

☑ Brainstorming sheets - informative, narrative, personal narrative, persuasive (4 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - tracing symbol names (5 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - blank, mini blocks, dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - blank, mini blocks, solid lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - sequencing (first, next, then, etc.) - blank dotted lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - sequencing (first, next, then, etc.) - blank solid lines (2 pages)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Teepees" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Teepees" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Pictographs" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "All About Pictographs" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "My Teepee Story" - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - "My Teepee Story" - full page, solid lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - blank (additional sheet) - full page, dotted lines (1 page)

☑ Writing sheets - blank (additional sheet) - full page, solid lines (1 page)

✅ Bonus: (65 pages)

☑ What you need to know (1 page)

☑ Table of contents (3 pages)

☑ Black and white set (61 pages)

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✅ Pictograph symbols included: (25)

☑ badger tracks (summer)

☑ bear (strength)

☑ bear paw (good omen)

☑ buffalo eye (alertness)

☑ big mountain (abundance)

☑ bird (carefree)

☑ brothers (loyalty)

☑ buffalo horns (success)

☑ butterfly (renewal)

☑ cactus (desert)

☑ coyote tracks (trickster)

☑ deer tracks (safety)

☑ drying rack (plenty of meat)

☑ eagle (freedom)

☑ eagle feather (chief)

☑ hogan (permanent home)

☑ horse (journey)

☑ lightning (power)

☑ Medicine Man's eye (wisdom)

☑ mountain range (destination)

☑ spider (good luck)

☑ sun (happiness)

☑ tipi (temporary home)

☑ turtle (protection)

☑ wolf paw (courage)

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Explore the rich history and culture of the Mojave people with our comprehensive Research Booklet Template and Informational Reading Passage Bundle. Perfect for elementary and middle school students, this bundle is designed to facilitate an engaging and informative research project and provide differentiated reading materials for various grade levels. Dive into various aspects of Mojave life, from their traditional land to influential figures who have shaped their history.

Features
Title Page: Two title page options are included. One is filled in with "Mojave People" and the other is a blank template for personalization.
Land: A dedicated section with a map highlighting traditional Mojave land. Students can explore and document the geographical aspects of Mojave life.
Homes: Learn about the types of dwellings used by the Mojave, including their construction methods and materials.
Clothing: Discover traditional Mojave clothing, including materials, designs, and cultural significance.
Children: A section focused on the lives of Mojave children, their roles, and daily activities.
Influential Mojave: Highlight and research notable Mojave figures who have made significant contributions to their community and beyond.
About the Author: A space for students to add their own information, reflecting on what they learned during their research.

Informational Reading Passage
Differentiated Levels: Includes two versions of the reading passage, one for elementary students and one for upper grades. Each passage is designed to be engaging and appropriate for the respective reading levels.
Elementary Level: A simplified version of the reading passage, focusing on key facts and basic information about the Mojave people, their land, homes, clothing, children, and influential figures.
Upper Grades Level: A more detailed and complex version of the reading passage, providing in-depth information and encouraging critical thinking about Mojave culture and history.
Benefits
Engaging Learning: Encourages in-depth research and understanding of Mojave culture and history.
Customizable: The blank templates allow for personalization, making each project unique.
Educational: Provides a structured format for students to document their findings, enhancing their research and writing skills.
Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of topics, offering a holistic view of the Mojave people.
Differentiated Instruction: The reading passages cater to different reading levels, ensuring all students can access and understand the material.
Usage
Ideal for classroom assignments, history projects, or independent study. This bundle can be used in both physical and digital formats, making it versatile for various educational settings.
Perfect For
Teachers: Looking for a structured and informative project for their students, with differentiated reading materials.
Students: Interested in Native American history and culture.

Learn all about the BALD EAGLE, an Indigenous icon. This lesson will cover THE eagle lifecycle, bald eagle appearance, diet, eagle feathers and a Indigenous art colouring sheet.

Page 1: Lesson plan
Page 2: Handout (appearance, diet, lifecycle)
Page 3: Handout (location, feathers, fun facts)
Page 4: Eagle lifecycle
Page 5: The Indigenous significance of the eagle
Page 6: Colouring sheet

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Looking for a powerful way to celebrate the diversity of Native American culture? Do you need an engaging bulletin board to support students in learning about Native Americans? Then download my Native American Heritage Month Bulletin Board Set and Writing Reflection Activity!

➟Also included is a list of 25+ reflection questions to be used with the bulletin board. Students can discuss the reflection questions, or you can use them as a writing assignment.

• Examples include: Do any of these flags remind you of other flags you’ve seen? How so? Why do you think it’s important to recognize each tribe or nation individually? What do you think a flag might symbolize to the people of each tribe or nation?

➟This resource contains 20 flags of some of the more populous tribes/nations in the USA. If you would like us to add a specific flag, please reach out to us in the Q&A section, and we will try to fulfill your request.

➟Flags included in this set: Apache Tribe, Blackfeet Nation, Cherokee Nation, Navajo Nation, Blackfeet Nation, Council of 3 Fires (United Nations of Chippewa, Ottawa, and Potawatomi Indians), Lenni-Lenape Nation, Mohawk Nation, Oglala Sioux Tribe, Iroquois Confederacy, Osage Nation, Tohono O'odham Nation, Comanche Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation, Yaqui Tribe, Chickasaw Nation, Taino Tribal Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation.

➟To Print: Print on regular 8.5 X 11 paper. No prep!

➟Resources included in this purchase:

• 20 flags of various Native American tribes and nations
• List of 25+ reflection questions to use in conjunction with the bulletin board.
• Terms of Use

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