Introduction to the Seminoles and Miccosukees This trunk contains various items that teachers can use when discussing the Seminole and Miccosukee tribes. It is mainly for fourth grade but teachers can easily adapt it for other grades. The information provided in the teacher’s guide aligns with Florida’s Sunshine State Standards. A lesson plan Seminole Indians during the Colonial Period, by the Florida Heritage Education Program, is provided. The Seminole Trunk is a great tool for use when teaching students about the Seminoles and Miccosukees. All items in the trunk can be handled by the students with adult supervision. Alligator heads have sharp teeth, so please be careful when handling. Information provided for the teacher about some of the artifacts found in the trunk, such as Seminole Patchwork and beads. There is additional information about chickees, clans, hairstyles, Green Corn Dance, legends, and language with English translations for teachers to review before class. A student handout is provided. It can be used in class and/or can be taken home. In the guide is a list of all items in the trunk. Please check the list to be sure you have everything. Before returning the trunk, please complete the Evaluation form. It will assist us in maintaining and improving it for future use.
Florida Sunshine State Standards Social Studies Benchmarks SS.4.A.3.2, SS.4.A.3.8, SS.4.A.3.10 Reading/Language Arts LAFS.4.RF.3.3, LAFS.4.RF.4.4, LAFS.4.L.1.1, LAFS.4.L.1.2, LAFS.4.L.2.3, LAFS.4.L.3.4, LAFS.4.SL.1.1, LAFS.4.SL.1.3, LAFS.4.RI.3.9, LAFS.4.W.2.4, LAFS.4.W.2.5, LAFS.4.W.3.8, LAFS.K12.W.3.8 Visual Art VA.4.S.3.1, VA.4.S.3.1
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