HSS 8.3

A parade in Greenville. Dugan Aguilar. Courtesy of Oakland Museum of California

Tribal Governments: Sovereignty, Treaties and Constitutions

HSS 8.2, HSS 8.3, HSS 8.4, RI.8.1, RI.8.2

This unit on tribal sovereignty and government introduces students to foundational concepts of Native American self-governance, treaties, federal recognition and tribal constitutions. Students will learn how tribal sovereignty is an inherent right of Native American tribes to govern their lands, manage resources, and uphold their communities. The unit explores the unique relationship Tribes have with the United States government through the creation of treaties.

California Supreme Court Piper v. Big Pine: The Alice Pipe Journey

HSS 5.7.4, HSS 5.7.5, HSS 8.2, HSS 8.3, HSS 11.10.5

Students will learn about the life and legal case of Alice Piper. The educator will support the expression and organization of student thoughts and questions. A film will help answer these vital questions: Who was Alice Piper and why is she celebrated in California History?

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