Native American women powered the American Indian Movement and other social changes, but they are often forgotten by history books. Examining a series of resources, including a documentary film, photographs, secondary sources, and social media from advocacy groups, young scholars recapture the forgotten past. Extension options include sharing their knowledge on social media and other ideas to boost voices silent in textbooks.

Concepts

native american culture, native american history, native americans, north american native americans, advocacy, women's history, women's history month, women's rights, women's movements

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the included worksheet to allow for independent exploration of Native American women's history
• Develop a social media post to reflect on learning

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils need Internet access with video to complete the research suggested in the activities

Pros

• Lesson recaptures forgotten history
• Activities are easy to incorporate independent exploration or break into group work

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.7 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.7 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.7