Native American Folklore

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• Subject: Humanities, Social Sciences
• Institution Name: Smithsonian American Art Museum Campfire Stories
• Collection: Smithsonian Institutions
• Grade Level: Primary, Secondary

• Abstract: In this lesson students will familiarize themselves with the Western landscape through both Native American folklore and George Catlin's paintings of the prairie. After reading several Native American legends, students will compose and illustrate their own legend.

• Course Type: Learning Module
• Languages: English
• Material Types: Lesson Plans, Curriculum Standards, Homework and Assignments
• Media Formats: Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

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