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Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Native American Cultures Across the United States

For Teachers K - 1st
Learners explore different aspects of the cultures of the First Americans in this lesson plan. Stereotypes are often associated with Native Americans through movies and in the context of the Thanksgiving holiday. Specific information and...
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Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Oklahoma

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site for the Muscogee (Creek) Nation that provides information on the tribal government and current events.
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Website
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Cherokee Nation: Inter Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes

For Students 9th - 10th
The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes represents the Cherokee, the Chickasaw, the Choctaw, the Muscogee, and the Seminole Nations in ensuring their rights are respected by the United States government. It also promotes...
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Article
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Our Georgia History: The Creek Indians of Georgia

For Students 9th - 10th
Covers the history of the Creek Indians in Georgia, including first contact with European explorers, interactions with the settlers, and conflicts they were involved in during the 18th century.
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Poarch Band of Creek Indians: Tribal Government Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains how the tribal government for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians is structured and functions. Provides access to complete tribal constitution, the tribal and ethical codes, and the tribal ordinances.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Creeks

For Students 9th - 10th
A well-written, lengthy article on the history and culture of the Creek people. Covers most topics one could think of. Includes short profiles of prominent Creek people.
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Handout
Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Creeks in Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
The Creek Indians, native to Alabama are featured in this brief historical overview.
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Native Languages of the Americas: Choctaw Indian Language

For Students 9th - 10th
Choctaw is a Muskogean language of the American Southeast, particularly Mississippi and Alabama. It is very closely related to Chickasaw and many linguists consider them two dialects of a single language. This site contains links to many...
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Handout
Other

Southeast American Indian Facts: Creek Indians Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents some basic facts about the history and culture of the Creek people.