Student Checklist

Title: The Native American Saga: Honoring the Past, Celebrating Today, Shaping Tomorrow

Student Checklist

Name: _________________________ Class: _________________________

Step 1: Understanding the Big Picture

☐ Read or listen to the introduction about the project.
☐ Discuss the essential question:
How do contemporary Native American figures and communities reclaim, redefine, and celebrate their cultural identity in art, science, and politics—bridging the past and the future?
☐ Explore the book Thunder Boy Jr. by Sherman Alexie and reflect on identity.

Reflection:
type here

Step 2: Research and Discovery

☐ Use your Chromebook to explore the video resources and websites provided.
☐ Take notes on at least two historical Native American nations — include traditions, social structures, and worldview.
☐ Research at least three contemporary Native American figures in different fields (art, science, or politics).
☐ Record one meaningful contribution or achievement for each figure.
☐ Explore the Instructional Game – Saga Builder: A Journey of Knowledge.
☐ Play until you reach an acceptable score or complete a full learning cycle with a partner.

Reflection:
type here

Step 3: Analyze and Reflect

☐ Compare and contrast what you learned about past and present Native American experiences.
☐ Identify at least one way modern tribes are preserving culture and looking toward the future.
☐ Reflect: How does this connect to your own sense of identity or community?

Reflection:
type here

Step 4: Create and Share

☐ Choose one project option from the Choice Board (digital story, poster, video, podcast, or written feature).
☐ Use technology tools (Google Slides, Docs, Canva, etc.) to create your project.
☐ Make sure your project: shows understanding of at least two historical nations, highlights three contemporary Native figures, and explains how Native people are shaping the future.
☐ Cite your sources (websites, videos, books, interviews).

Reflection:
type here

Step 5: Check and Submit

☐ Review your work with the Project Rubric (check for completeness, creativity, and accuracy).
☐ Complete the Google Form Quiz (20 questions).
☐ Answer all reflection questions thoughtfully.
☐ Submit your project and quiz by: November 30, 2025.

Reflection:
type here

Teacher Feedback