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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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University of Massachusetts

University of Massachusetts: Phillip Deere Speech

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the full text of a speech made by Phillip Deere that exemplifies his spiritual beliefs and is a call for the respect of all Native Americans. In this inspirational speech he advocates freedom of all Native Americans.
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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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Website
American Indian Heritage Foundation

Black Elk: Holy Man of the Oglala Sioux, 1863 1950

For Students 9th - 10th
This site includes religious quotes and prayers from Black Elk that exemplify his spirituality.
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Other

Black Elk's Vision

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting picture made up of Black Elk's spiritual ideals.