Early Indiana Cultures
aligned to 4.h.1
Learning Objective
I can name the major early cultures that lived in Indiana before Europeans arrived.
Lesson Flow
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Eastern Woodland Native American
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The Eastern Woodland people lived in the eastern part of the United States, in a region known for its large forests.
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The Eastern Woodland people relied on the forest for their needs, and they hunted deer, rabbits, squirrels, and birds.
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The Iroquois League is credited as being the earliest foundation of American democracy, and the Algonquin were another native group identified by the language they spoke.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name three major early cultures that lived in the eastern woodlands of North America before Europeans arrived.”
Teacher Guide
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