Native Americans
The physical environment and natural resources of North America influenced the development of the first human settlements and the culture of Native Americans. Native American societies varied across North America. The unit may utilize local history. The unit will take approximately 3-4 weeks to complete.
Note: Lessons will vary in length, depending on the amount of time you have with students, the resources that you choose to accompany the unit, the level of rigor within each learning target, and any other factors that may contribute to the pacing of your learning progressions. It is recommended that you adjust the pace and length of each learning progression(s) accordingly in response to these factors.
Download the complete Grade 7 Social Studies Unit 1 framework to customize for your own planning.
Standards
- (Standards: 1, 2; Themes: ID, MOV, GEO)
Essential questions and big ideas of the unit
- Big Idea of the Unit: Throughout history, indigenous cultures have adapted to their environment.
- How did geography influence cultural development and shape cultural identity?
- Early Americans settled in geographical areas that provided sources of food and water.
- Geography and climate influenced the beliefs and daily routines of early Americans which helped to develop their cultures.
- What is the lasting impact of Indigenous People on North American culture?
- Cultural symbols and practices of Indigenous People in North America continue to be present as symbols of America.
- How did geography affect the formation of Native American groups in North America?
- Native Americans in differing areas of America developed differing daily routines, diets and practices due to the geography of the areas where they settled.
Download the complete Grade 7 Social Studies Unit 1 framework to customize for your own planning.