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Comanche Lodge: Quanah Parker

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of famous Texan, Quanah Parker, tells the story of his life and the impact he made in Texas history.
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American Indian Heritage Foundation

George Catlin Biography and Paintings

For Students 9th - 10th
This excellent site provides a biography, personal quotes and a gallery of images of American artist George Catlin.
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Curated OER

Camp Internet: Miwok Internet Dig

For Students 3rd - 8th
Peruse this excellent classroom resource to enhance learning the history of the Miwok Indian tribe in California.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Chief Joseph

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about the biography of Chief Joseph an important Native American Indian and chief of the Nez Perce tribe on this site.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Teachers: Journeys West

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A series of lessons utilizing primary texts, including narratives, photographs, and maps, through which students explore the following question: "What motivated thousands of people to journey west during the 1800s?"
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University of California

Hearst Museum: Native Californian Cultures

For Students 9th - 10th
An exhibition of Native Californian Cultures showcases food, clothing, tools, ceremonies, musical instruments, games, and other aspects of various tribes.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Us History: Louisiana Purchase

For Students 9th - 10th
Covers two topics related to the growth of the new United States - the Louisiana Purchase and the settling of the Great Plains. How the Louisiana Purchase came about as a result of a decision by Napoleon is explained. The Great Plains...
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Iroquois Legends: "How the Bear Lost His Tail"

For Students 3rd - 8th
Text of Iroquois legend, "How the Bear Lost His Tail."
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Tecumseh

For Students 9th - 10th
Tecumseh (March 1768 - October 5, 1813), also Tecumtha or Tekamthi, was a famous Native American leader of the Shawnee. He spent much of his life attempting to rally various Indian tribes in a mutual defense of their lands, which...
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Washington Mo: Tewa Song

For Students 9th - 10th
English text of a Native American poem, the "Tewa Indian Song."
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US National Archives

Our Documents: Dawes Act (1887)

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the development, purpose, and effect of the Dawes Act, which was also known as the General Allotment Act. This site has images of the original document.
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Lumen Learning: Encroachment and Resistance

For Students 9th - 10th
In the latter part of the 1800s, settlers began to ignore treaties when expanding westward. The government followed suit by declaring they would no longer negotiate new treaties, that they had the power to enforce laws on reservation...
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University of Missouri

Famous Trials: The Osage "Reign of Terror" Murder Trials

For Students 9th - 10th
The "Reign of Terror" that overtook the Osage Reservation in 1921 is just one chapter in the long story of mistreatment of Native Americans by whites, but is one of the most horrifying. Before the chapter ends, untold dozens of Osage...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Creeks

For Students 9th - 10th
A well-written, lengthy article on the history and culture of the Creek people. Covers most topics one could think of. Includes short profiles of prominent Creek people.
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Ecuador Explorer: People and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at Ecuador's population, religion, language, and indigenous culture.
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Chinook Nation: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
This current website for the Chinook Nation contains information on past and future events and tribal members.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Minnesota: Pipestone National Monument

For Students 9th - 10th
Pipestone National Monument preserves traditional catlinite quarries just north of Pipestone, Minnesota. The catlinite, or "pipestone", was and is used to make peace pipes, vitally important to traditional Plains Indian culture. The...

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