This is a teacher-created resource. It is a literacy activity that talks about the Aztec connection to Utah.

Stories with morals, like "Coyote and Bobcat," were often used by the Ute Mountain Ute people to teach their children about proper behavior and the consequences of their own actions. Coyote tales are only told during the winter time. This Ute Mountain Ute story booklet is part of the Native American Indian Literacy Project storybook series for the six main Utah Tribal Nations. The project was led by Shirlee A. Silversmith, American Indian education specialist for the Utah State Office of Education. There are five stories per Tribe, with a total of 30 booklets, plus an ABC book. The set of Indian Tribal stories may be utilized by elementary classroom teachers to (1) develop an understanding and appreciation of Native American culture and societal contributions (2) provide a genre of text for the application of reading strategies, and (3) facilitate the mastery of various Utah Core Content Curriculum objectives. The Native American Indian Literacy Project was made possible by funds from the Utah State Office of Education (USOE). It is a joint effort of the USOE and San Juan School District Media Center.
The original set has 30 booklets, measuring 5.5” x 8.5” each, and illustrated by tribal members. The booklets were formatted to be printed and assembled. This version of the book has been updated to accommodate using a projector or smart board with pages appearing in order.

The Cherokee Nation virtual field trip affords an in-depth look at the lives of the Cherokee Indians, from their first encounters with Europeans to events, such as the Gold Rush and the signing of the Indian Removal Act by Andrew Jackson, that led to their forced relocation to Indian Territory in 1838.

C3. Inquiry based lesson plan. Students explore how the relationship between the pilgrims and the Wampanoag changed over time. Students develop an argument with evidence about whether or not the conflicts that developed could have been avoided (from the pilgrims' and Wampanoag's perspectives). Includes pictures, maps, excerpts, supporting questions, formative, and summative assessments.

This lesson will help your students learn about the tribes of the 13 colonies and the relationships they had with the European settlers. Students will be researching and creating a poster to share their tribe. "The Pipe Dance and the Tomahawk Dance of the Chippeway Tribe" by James Otto Lewis licensed under CC 1973.167.40Image Created by: James Otto Lewis