Unit Plan
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Native Voices: Ghost Dance Songs

For Students 9th - 10th
A Native American Paiute man known as Wovoka, after seeing a vision, started the Ghost Dance religion which had many songs to carry on its oral tradition. Click on the tab "Ghost Dance Songs Activities" to explore activities and photos.
Article
Other

Woman Spirit: Tocmetone (Sarah Winnemucca) Paiute

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Winnemucca, peacemaker, crusader, and champion of the Native American cause.
Website
Other

Idaho Mountain Express: Wovoka, Lame Deer, Rolling Thund

For Students 9th - 10th
A great description of Wovoka's religion and the influence of the "Ghost Dance." It also describes how the "Ghost Dance" has evolved since his death.
Handout
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Nevada Writers Hall of Fame: Tocmetoni Sarah Winnemucca

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains a description on the life and works of Sarah Winnemucca, Native American author and rights activist.