Learners explore star lines and constellations that ancient Hawaiians used for navigation, and create star charts.

Students, in groups, research the four main theories of Polynesian settlement. They review these hypotheses, research any conducted experiments and present their findings to the class in a creative way.

Fourth graders listen to the current theory on where Polynesians came from. They watch the video, The Wayfinder, and write a paper addressing where the Hawaiians came from and how.

Students identify symbols for ocean and land features, describe differences between Polynesians and Europeans of the 18th century, describe differences between people of the eighteenth century and today, and identify the four cardinal...

Good enough for a college class, this resources discusses multiple aspects pertaining to the issues with globalization and the differences between pop and folk culture. It defines major terminology, provides concrete examples, and...

When studying artifacts, especially tools, how do archaeologists determine what the devices were used for? In what ways might researchers' previous experiences influence their perception of an artifact? An article about researchers'...

In this Hawaii state history instructional activity, 4th graders read three pages of state history then complete 10 true and false questions.

Students explore parts of the Hawaiian Islands to get a examine the exotic invasion, and see what challenges the natives face in reclaiming their territory. They identify the changes in the environment that have been the hardest on the...

Students attempt to answer how African-American, Latino, and white students address race relations in the United States in the future.

Fifth graders describe the location and physical environment of Easter Island. This description include: identification of the closet continent to Easter Island, ocean in which Easter Island is located, and some geographical features of...

Pupils research their family histories by conducing interviews with parents and grandparents. They put their histories into a chant or a chart/family tree and present it to their class.

In this atlas alphabet worksheet, students write the answer to the clue about things found in an atlas that start with each letter of the alphabet. Students write 26 answers.

In this commas and Easter Island worksheet, students read three uses for commas in a box at the top of the paper. They punctuate 12 sentences properly by adding commas and periods where they belong.

In this map instructional activity, students locate given words on a map of the United States, then answer a set of 4 related short answer questions.

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Polynesians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...

Imagine setting sail from Hawaii in a canoe. Your target is a small island thousands of kilometers away in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. For thousands of years, Polynesian navigators managed voyages like this without the help of...

Learn about the culture of the Polynesian people. Explore topics such as their history, economy, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.

An introduction to this Polynesian language particularly spoken among the Niue in the Cooks Islands, New Zealand and Tonga. Start learning common phrases, greetings and simple vocabulary terms. For additional practice play the online games.

Hawai'i is home to two native languages: English and Hawaiian. Hawaiian is a Polynesian language which is introduced through some simple vocabulary and practice games.

Provides an overview of the French Polynesian islands, the most well-known being Tahiti. Gives basic facts and information about its President, Gaston Tong Sang.

A brief overview of how Thor Heyerdahl supported his theory that the first people to Polynesia came from the east, from South America.

This site has a detailed description of the flag of French Polynesia. There is also information on the coat of arms, other flags of the Polynesian islands, and historical flags.

Learn about religion on the Polynesian island of Niue, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.

Learn about religion on the Polynesian island of Tuvalu, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.