In this lesson, students compare the nutritional qualities of Indigenous and introduced foods, interview a trusted adult about food traditions, and adapt a family recipe to include local Indigenous ingredients. Through these activities, students will deepen their understanding of nutrition, cultural connections to food, and the importance of incorporating healthy, whole foods into their diets.
In this lesson, students will examine Pomo perspectives on traditional Indigenous foods and settler-introduced foods.They will explore cultural norms surrounding food, reflect on the relationship between the environment, food, and community, and consider how food experiences shape identity and culture.
In this lesson, students learn about their nutritional needs and practice designing healthy meals using Native foods. Students will reflect on the origins of their food, understand the impacts of processed versus Indigenous foods, and explore the importance of diversity in their diets to support personal health and ecosystems.
This lesson introduces students to traditional Native foods of California, exploring their health benefits, cultural significance, and connection to food sovereignty. Students will examine how food practices have evolved due to historical changes and learn how Native communities are revitalizing traditional foodways to promote health, sustainability, and cultural pride.
This lesson explores the role of fire in maintaining healthy ecosystems through the lens of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK). Students will examine the cultural, ecological, and practical significance of controlled burning as practiced by Native communities, apply these principles to scenarios, and analyze the impact of fire on biodiversity and food webs.
This lesson introduces students to the Oak Woodlands ecosystem, an area of cultural and ecological significance for the Pomo people. Students will learn about key species, their roles within the ecosystem, and their importance to Native traditions. Additionally, students will explore the connections between culture, ecosystems, and sustainability through vocabulary activities and food chain exploration.
In this lesson, students will explore a Pomo story to understand the importance of oral tradition in teaching lessons about community, respect, and connection to the environment. Through reading and analysis, students will gain insight into Native perspectives on interdependence and stewardship of ecosystems.
Students will learn about how acorns are an important part of the diet of California Indian Tribes. Students will learn about the importance of Native diets to familiarize oneself with the traditional and contemporary way of acorn process.
