Distance Learning

American Indians and the Great Plains (Distance Learning)

Grade Level:
Lower Elementary: Pre-Kindergarten through Second Grade
Subject:
Social Studies
Common Core Standards:
K.SL.1, K.SL.3, K.SL.4, K.SL.5, K.SL.6, 1.SL.1, 1.SL.3, 1.SL.4, 1.SL.5, 1.SL.6, 2.SL.1, 2.SL.3, 2.SL.4, 2.SL.5, 2.SL.6
State Standards:
MO Learning Standards for Social Studies (k-5): 1E, 2A, 3aA, 3aB, 3aC, 4A, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5E, 5F, 6A, 6B, 7A, 7E. IL Learning Standards: SS.CS.1.1, SS.CV.2.2, SS.IS.2.K-2, SS.IS.3.K-2, SS.G.1.K-2,, SS.G.2.3, SS.H.1.K, SS.H.2.1, SS.H.1.2, SS.H.2.2.

Native Americans have lived in North America for tens of thousands of years. All of the lands that make up the United States today were exclusively Indigenous lands for a long time before Europeans first arrived around 500 years ago. However, the growth of the United States through westward expansion challenged traditional ways of life for many Indian tribes during the 1800s as more settlers crossed the Mississippi River for a new life in the West.

In this program, students will compare and contrast their lives with that of traditional Plains Indian tribes during the 1800s. They will learn how tribes such as the Dakota, Lakota, Osage, and others used nature and the lands around them to shape traditional tribal customs, and discuss how westward expansion changed their way of life.

Virtual programs typically last around 20-25 minutes with time for Q&A. Please be prepared to share your screen or hosting capability with the ranger so they can use any digital materials they have created. The ranger will also email the teacher any suggested activities and sujbect specific materials ahead of time. Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. When setting up a virtual tour, be prepared to answer the following questions: 

  • Confirm the program topic, date, time (and time zone).

  • Is there anything specific you would like to see highlighted in the program?

  • Please share any other pertinent information about your class (such as any necessary accomodations for students with visual or hearing impairments).

  • What digital platform you will be using and the digital link to connect to.


To make reservations, call 314-923-3048.

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Last updated: January 5, 2023