Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to describe the culture, traditions, and daily life of the New York Native American tribes.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Paper, pencils, coloring materials, access to a computer for research
Prep: Familiarize yourself with the names of the New York Native American tribes and their basic way of life.
Activities
1. Research: Have the student use a computer to research the different Native American tribes that lived in New York.
2. Create a Poster: Ask the student to create a poster that represents the daily life and traditions of one of the New York Native American tribes.
3. Storytelling: Encourage the student to write a short story or draw a comic strip that depicts a day in the life of a New York Native American child.
Third Grade Talking Points
- Native American Tribes: "There were many different tribes of Native Americans that lived in New York, such as the Iroquois and the Algonquian."
- Daily Life: "The Native American tribes lived in homes called longhouses and wigwams. They hunted, fished, and grew crops for food."
- Traditions: "The Native American tribes had special ceremonies, dances, and games that were important parts of their culture."
- Respect: "It's important to respect and learn about the traditions and culture of Native American tribes."