Friday, December 26, 2008

Woodland Region Indians and English Colonists


What was it like when American Indians of the woodland region found themselves living side-by-side with colonists from England? Learn about each of these cultures to discover similarities and differences. What are some ways they would have cooperated with each other? How could these two cultures have come into conflict?

Form a team of 2-3 students for this project. Native Americans or English? Which culture will your team choose?

Use the driving questions below to guide your project. Learn about the culture and create a project to present what you have learned.

Thursday, December 25, 2008

Driving Questions

What was life like for the Native Americans living in the woodland regions of North America?
  • living structures
  • economy
  • food sources
  • clothing, tools, utensils
  • customs
  • traditions

What was life like for an English colonist living in North America?
  • living structures
  • economy
  • food sources
  • clothing, tools, utensils
  • customs
  • traditions