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Lesson Plan
The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: Native American Poetry and Sand Paintings Lesson Plan
John F. Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center: Arts Edge: Native American Poetry and Sand Paintings

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson plan, your students can read Native American poetry, then create their own unique sand paintings. Provides links to handouts and information as well assessment criteria, and extension ideas.
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Graphic
Minneapolis Inst. Of Arts: Birthplace of Herbert Hoover Graphic
Minneapolis Institute of Arts

Minneapolis Inst. Of Arts: Birthplace of Herbert Hoover

For Students 9th - 10th
Site features the painting "The Birthplace of Herbert Hoover, West Branch, Iowa" by Grant Wood. The legend behind the painting, background information, and discussion questions are provided. An outline of key ideas and vocabulary...
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Activity
Animal Myths & Legends Activity
Other

Animal Myths & Legends

For Students 2nd - 8th Standards
Creative site that collects Native American and Australian Aboriginal tales, retelling them in an easy-to-read style. Also collects animal stories, such as how the zebra got its stripes, from kids from all over the world. Includes links...
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Unit Plan
Native American Indian Legends: Origin of the Saguaro and Palo Verde Cacti: A Pi Unit Plan
Other

Native American Indian Legends: Origin of the Saguaro and Palo Verde Cacti: A Pi

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A Native American Pima legend on how the saguaro and palo verde cacti came into existence. With links to other Native American legends, artwork, photographs, articles, and more.
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Primary
American Folklore: Alabama Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Alabama Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Alabama.
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Primary
American Folklore: Alaska Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Alaska Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Alaska.
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Primary
American Folklore: Arizona Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Arizona Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Arizona.
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Primary
American Folklore: California Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: California Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of California.
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Primary
American Folklore: Colorado Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Colorado Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Colorado.
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Primary
American Folklore: Florida Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Florida Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Florida.
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Primary
American Folklore: Georgia Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Georgia Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Georgia.
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Primary
American Folklore: Illinois Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Illinois Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Illinois.
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Primary
American Folklore: Indiana Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Indiana Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Indiana.
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Primary
American Folklore: Iowa Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Iowa Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Iowa.
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Primary
American Folklore: Kansas Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Kansas Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Kansas.
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Primary
American Folklore: Kentucky Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Kentucky Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read a brief folktale, myth or legend from the state of Kentucky.
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Primary
American Folklore: Louisiana Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Louisiana Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Louisiana.
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Primary
American Folklore: Maine Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Maine Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Maine.
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Primary
American Folklore: Maryland Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Maryland Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Maryland.
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Primary
American Folklore: Massachusetts Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Massachusetts Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Massachusetts.
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Primary
American Folklore: Michigan Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Michigan Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Michigan.
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Primary
American Folklore: Wisconsin Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Wisconsin Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Wisconsin.
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Primary
American Folklore: West Virginia Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: West Virginia Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of West Virginia.
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Primary
American Folklore: Washington Folklore Primary
S.E. Schlosser

American Folklore: Washington Folklore

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Washington.
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