Lesson Plan
Indigenous People’s Day: Native American Leaders of Diplomacy, Resistance and Justice
In this 2-day lesson honoring Indigenous People’s Day, children will learn about powerful Native American leaders, how they led and what they stood for. Students will actively engage in research, art integration and presenting to peers.
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Learning Objectives
- Students will be able to describe the purpose of Indigenous People’s Day.
- Students will be able to identify the abilities and characteristics of four different Native American leaders, the issues for which they fought and the impact they had.
Introduction
(5 minutes)- Many people feel strongly that Native Americans should be honored in the United States with a special day.
- What do you think are some of the arguments that support recognizing Indigenous People's Day?
Suggested ideas:
- To remember the ways that they were oppressed so that we don’t repeat these horrible acts.
- To honor their strength and passion for justice.
- To remember and honor the many different native tribes that were were here first and the many that are still living in the US striving to maintain their language and culture.
- To recognize the controversial legacy of Christopher Columbus.