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Unit Plan
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Native Voices: Ghost Dance Songs

For Students 9th - 10th
A Native American Paiute man known as Wovoka, after seeing a vision, started the Ghost Dance religion which had many songs to carry on its oral tradition. Click on the tab "Ghost Dance Songs Activities" to explore activities and photos.
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Website
Other

Idaho Mountain Express: Wovoka, Lame Deer, Rolling Thund

For Students 9th - 10th
A great description of Wovoka's religion and the influence of the "Ghost Dance." It also describes how the "Ghost Dance" has evolved since his death.
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Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Jackie Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Jackie Wilson, an American singer who was a pioneering exponent of the fusion of 1950s doo-wop, rock, and blues styles into the soul music of the 1960s.