Book Summary
In this informational book, readers will learn about the Native American tribes that once inhabited the Great Plains of the United States. Their way of life, their dependence on bison for food, shelter, and clothing, and their interaction with settlers — some of which proved deadly for both — is examined. Also included is information about three of the most famous Native American leaders, Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, and Red Cloud.

About the Lesson

Targeted Reading Strategy

• Ask and answer questions

Objectives

• Identify main idea and details
• Understand and identify prepositional phrases
• Make and confirm or revise predictions about meanings of content vocabulary

Materials

• Book – Native Americans of the Great Plains (copy for each student)
• Chalkboard or dry erase board
• Main Idea, Vocabulary Prediction worksheets

    Indicates an opportunity to use the book interactively (All activities may be completed with paper and pencil if books are not consumable.)

Vocabulary

• Content words: avenge, bison, bounty, endure, guerrilla, immunity, migrated, nomadic, ornaments, powwows, prairie, prospectors, reservations, teepees, tendons