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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

American Aloha Lesson Plan: Perpetuating Indigenous Cultural Traditions in Diaspora

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners examine the culture and decline of the culture of native Hawaiian people as the islands were colonized. They study issues of cultural identity for Native Hawaiians.
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PBS

Pbs: p.o.v.: American Aloha (Hula Beyond Hawaii)

For Students 9th - 10th
"American Aloha" documents the work of three master teachers of hula who are attempting to preserve the Hawaiian cultural tradition of this unique dance form.
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Other

Hawaii history.org: Library

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a complete reference guide with links to short descriptive essays on a profusion of subjects as they relate to the Hawaiian Islands. Includes a timeline of historical events.
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Website
Other

Aloha hawaii.com: Celebrating the Birth of Hula

For Students 3rd - 8th
An interesting description of the history of hula in Hawaii. Use this site to learn the origins of this ancient folk dance and how it evolved to become the most popular symbol of the state of Hawaii.
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Graphic
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Clip Art by Phillip Martin: State Dance of Hawaii Hula

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "State Dance of Hawaii - Hula."