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Native American Heritage Month

Nearpod's Collection of Native American Heritage Month lessons

Click this link to see a collection of ready to teach lessons K-12 on the importance and rich history that Native American's have provided

Native American Artists | National Gallery of ArtAcross the United States, Native American artists are making trailblazing art. These contemporary creators connect Native histories with the present moment. Learn more about their work along with artists who came before them.

Legacies of Service: Celebrating Native Americans | Diverse Experiences in Service | Serving: Our Voices | Veterans History Project Collection | Digital Collections | Library of CongressNative American veterans have a long history of military service, a legacy which continues to inform their current participation in the armed forces. Since 9/11, Native Americans have served at a higher per-capita rate than any other ethnic group. Here, we present narratives of Native American veterans who served in conflicts from WWII to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Research Guides: Indigenous Peoples of the Americas: A Guide to Resources at the Library of Congress: IntroductionThis guide provides an overview of resources at the Library of Congress that relate to Native communities in the continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

Road to RevolutionRoad to Revolution is a rotating exhibition series highlighting National Archives records that document major milestones and critical historical context to the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and the adoption of the Declaration of Indepe

Indigi-Genius | PBS LearningMediaLearn about the scientific and cultural impact of Indigenous creations and knowledge of the past and present world. Indigi-Genius covers global Indigenous topics that span across areas like science, culture and history.

Joseph Brant / Thayendanegea: Native Sovereignty During the Revolutionary Era | The American Revolution | PBS LearningMediaConsider the American Revolution through the experience of Joseph Brant, a Mohawk leader, soldier, and statesman who challenged the emerging United States. Students also engage in conversations about Native alliances, the costs of exclusion from nation-building, and the enduring fight for Indigenous rights. Using video clips, primary sources, and thought-provoking questions, students explore how Brant navigated loyalty, identity, and survival during a time of war and upheaval and gain deeper insight into the complexity of the Revolutionary war and why Brant's story matters today. About the Author:Jaclyn Jecha is a middle and high school social studies teacher in Wisconsin. She has over 15 years of experience in education, including within museums. Jecha develops inquiry-based, media-rich curriculum that centers diverse voices and historical thinking. She has written resources for PBS Wisconsin, the Center for Civic Education, Retro Report, and the National Park Service. Her passion is helping students see how the past informs their place in the world today.

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