In groups students read and analyzed text and historical artifacts from different American Indian groups and where they lived, and how the tribes used the resources available to survive. We then compared and contrasted life in the various regions. Look for the workbook pages we took notes on to come home today.
We then did a great project where we tried building different kinds of Native American homes using a variety of objects from nature, as well as paper, string, toothpicks, sugar cubes, boxes, etc. We made a mess but we had a blast! Some groups were more successful than others, but I believe everyone had fun and learned a lot about working in a group and persevering through something difficult. Here are some great shots of their hard work, as well as some examples of the reflections students filled out after.
The Chickee made by Bobby, Abbey and Julian
The Hogan made by Grant, Sophia and Vincent
The Igloo made by Julia, Josie and Jackie
Longhouse by Isaac, Lily and Seakang
Plank House by Ari, Aaliyah, Rodney and Leela
Pueblo made by Lulu, Kayliegh, Dylan and Caleb
Tipi made by Chase, June and Gracie
Wigwam made Henry, Ava, Esme, and Frances
