This lesson is a standards-based webquest using cooperative groups. It is designed for grades 3 through 5. The lesson involves language arts, social studies and technology. Use problem solving skills to make decisions on how to utilize the information they are finding into a final presentation. Use critical thinking skills to come to the conclusion in how their tribe lived in harmony with the land.
Word documents is part of the webquest.
As a member of a team of experts chosen by the teacher, students are to research the tribe representing the region that their team was assigned. They will need to start your quest on the Map Page. From there they will begin their search to find information about your tribe, and then assemble a colorful report to be presented to their class at the Presentation Powwow. As the Archeologist, you will need to research the artifacts that tell us about how your tribe used tools, toys, musical instruments, or other ceremonial pieces in their lives. As the Architect, you will research the housing of the tribe.