Native American Lore

Social Studies/Art

To enhance their understanding of Native American history, students will learn more about Indians of the Great Plains.

What You Need

• Access to the Internet and/or reference books containing information about the Lakota and other tribes of the Great Plains during the 1800s

What To Do

1. Form your class into small groups. Ask each group to research one aspect of Great Plains Indian life, such as customs, tools and weapons, food, or art.
2. Have each group prepare a report on their findings, including illustrations when possible. Ask each group to present its report to the class.

Internet Resources

The Lakota of the Plains
This Web site tells you about the Lakota Sioux and their life on the Great Plains.
http://www.carnegiemuseums.org/cmnh/exhibits/north-south-east-west/lakota/index.html

The Plains Indians
Here you will find information about the Indians of the Great Plains and their food, housing, and religious customs.
http://inkido.indiana.edu/w310work/romac/plains.html