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Native Americans

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students choose two photographs and explain how they illustrate traditional Native American culture. They discuss how traditional Native American culture has been affected by two specific actions of the United States Government, (they...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

President Jackson, the Cherokee and Indian Removal

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this Indian Removal Act lesson, students examine the act and discuss the implications of moving the Cherokee. Students...
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Lesson Plan
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Indian Removal in the Age of Jackson

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare policies toward Native Americans that were pursued by President Jackson as well as evaluate the impact of assimilation, removal, and resettlement on Native Americans
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Study Guide: The Jacksonian Era

For Students 9th - 10th
A compact study guide for learning about the major developments in America under President Andrew Jackson. Includes three focus questions.
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Website
A&E Television

History.com: American Presidents: Andrew Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
This easy-to-navigate site has Andrew Jackson's biography, events occurring during his presidency, an image gallery, and video clips.
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Website
Other

Architect of the Capitol: Andrew Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
A photo of the statue of Andrew Jackson in the U.S. Capitol. There is some brief biographical information provided as well.