Students explore U.S. history by reading a Native American tale in class. In this cultural storytelling lesson, students read the story How Grandmother Spider Stole the Sun and discuss the characters and themes of the Native American...

Young scholars examine the role of myths and folklore in the Native American culture. They listen to examples of oral history and write their own. They share their story with the class.

Students explore human health by participating in a medicine class activity. In this herbs lesson, students identify plants which Native Americans used throughout history to cure illnesses. Students research specific herbs in groups and...

Students understand that a three sisters garden is comprised of corn, beans and squash. In this three sisters garden instructional activity, students understand that Native Americans planted three sisters gardens and grow a three sisters...

Students examine spiders. In these spider lessons, students will view spider images and live spiders to determine physical characteristics, habits, and habitats. Students will examine fantasy and folklore about spiders to create and...