- For this unit, students will begin by reading the chapter about Native Americans and early America in their textbook. This will build basic topic knowledge for this unit. Students will also have to build on their prior knowledge of the Louisiana Purchase, War of 1812, and changing attitudes of Americans during the “Great Revival”. Students will look at multiple historical sources that tell the story of American Indian history in the early 19th century and reflect on how this history hS Impacted them today. Students will be able to access the Internet to do searches of that help them explore perspectives of how Native American and white Americans should coexist during a time of great change in our nation. Students will also be assigned primary documents to read including:
- The Cherokee Constitution of 1827
- Andrew Jackson’s First Annual Message to Congress (1829)
- Thomas Jefferson's Indian Policy, 1803
Other Materials:
- Video: Native American History 1800s http://storiesofusa.com/video-native-american-history-1800s/
- paper
- pencil
- sticky notes
- comparison/ contrast graphic organizer
- website evaluation form
-List of inquiry questions developed by the students on Day 1
- List of websites for the students to begin their research
- computers
- flashcards
- traditional music
- Video: Two Hungry Bears by Tamarack Song and Moses (Amik) Beaver. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IX5SwFqZ9Vo
Duration
Five 60 minute periods
Preparation
Students should have a basic understanding of Native American history and culture. Students should also have knowledge of the post Revolutionary War development of the United States, including the Constitution, Jefferson's Presidency, Louisiana Purchase, War of 1812, Jackson's Presidency, the "Great Revival" as well as relevant North Carolina history during this time.
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