Lesson Plan
Buffalo and Native Tribes: A Second-Grade Exploration
Learn about settlers, bison, Native tribes
In this engaging lesson, students will learn about how settlers nearly exterminated bison and disrupted the lives of many Native American tribes. Using a mix of game-based learning, experiential learning, and collaborative activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of this historical period. This lesson is important as it fosters an appreciation for history and empathy toward different cultures, providing context for the lasting impact of these events.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
10 mins
Step 2
Reading Handout
10 mins
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
10 mins
Step 4
Collaborative Activity
15 mins
Step 5
Discussion
10 mins
Step 6
Exit Ticket
5 mins
Step 7
Closure
5 mins

Reading


Worksheet


Quiz
Settlers and Bison Quiz

Answer Key

Discussion


Quiz
Bison Exit Ticket

Reading

