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PBS

Pbs the West: Meriwether Lewis

For Students 9th - 10th
Within the context of the critically acclaimed Public Broadcasting System (PBS) series, "The West", the life of Meriwether Lewis is explored.
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PBS

Pbs: Lewis and Clark and the Mandan Indians

For Students 9th - 10th
A glimpse into Mandan culture, trading practices and lifestyle.
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Other

Ethnological Museum: Native Americans of the Plains

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of a larger exhibition about Native Americans, this page gives visitors an up-close look at the Hidatsa and the Mandan, Native Americans of the Plains. Viewable are a decorated a buffalo skin and color etchings of tribal chiefs...
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Other

History's Women: Sacajawea, Shoshone Woman

For Students 9th - 10th
Sacajawea was a Shoshone guide for the Lewis and Clark expedition. Her presence gave the expedition credibility with the native peoples, who were less apt to be suspicious of the group's motives when they saw Sacajawea with her baby,...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Mandan

For Students 9th - 10th
With this resource the students will learn about the culture and origin of the Mandan, a native American people.