RI.4.9

California Missions Through Native American Perspectives Unit

Project-Based Learning on California Missions and Native Americans

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

Learning objectives: (1) Students will identify and articulate ways to create meaningful impact in collaboration with Indigenous communities; (2) Students will work in groups to design and implement a project that supports Indigenous-led initiatives, such as cultural revitalization or environmental stewardship; (3) Students will present their projects to peers or the broader community, showcasing their understanding of actionable respect and support for Indigenous communities; and more . . .

Exploring California Missions Through Native American Perspectives Mission Field Trip Guide

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

Students: (1) Explore Native American resistance, resilience, and cultural survival; (2) Engage in critical thinking and empathy as students explore the California missions; (3) Reflect on cultural resilience, historical accuracy, and the consequences of colonization; (4) Explore California Indian history and culture before and during the mission period; (5) Analyze the impact of the missions on Native American communities.

Debating the Impacts of California Missions on Native Americans

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

In this lesson, students: (1) Examine the effects of the mission system on Native American communities, including cultural, social, and environmental impacts; (2) Evaluate diverse perspectives on the mission system; (3) Develop empathy and critical thinking skills by analyzing primary and secondary sources; (4) Students will understand the experiences of Native Americans during the mission period; and (5) Students will explore Native American resistance, resilience, and cultural survival.

California Missions Through Indigenous Eyes Project-Based Learning Virtual Exhibit Project

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

Students: (1) Design a virtual exhibit that explores the history of California missions from the perspective of the Indigenous peoples whose lives were most affected; (2) Reflect on cultural resilience, historical accuracy, and the consequences of colonization; (3) Explore California Indian history and culture before and during the mission period; and (4) Analyze the impact of the missions on Native American communities.

Cultural Preservation Posters

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

In this lesson, students: (1) Design a visually appealing and informative poster highlighting the importance of cultural preservation among California Indigenous communities, focusing on traditions, language, art, or practices impacted by the mission system; (2) Reflect on cultural resilience, historical accuracy, and the consequences of colonization; (3) Explore California Indian history and culture before and during the mission period; and (4) Analyze the impact of the missions on Native American communities.

Exploring California Indian History with the CIMCC CA Missions Native Website

HSS 4.2.1, HSS 4.2.5, RI.4.1, RI.4.7, RI.4.9, W.4.2, W.4.7, W.4.8, SL.4.1, SL.4.4, L.4.3

This unit explores the history and lasting impact of the California mission system through the lens California Native perspectives, using the California Indian Museum and Cultural Center’s CA Missions Native website. In Lesson 1, students: Explore California Indian history and culture before and during the mission period; Analyze the impact of the missions on Native American communities; and Use the CIMCC CA Missions Native website as a research tool to answer questions about California Indians.

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