Materials

• A copy of “Civilizations in North America” class notes (Attachment B) for each student
• Teacher-prepared reading, worksheet, or other activity

Instructional Activities

1. Conduct a class discussion about where first Americans came from and why they might have migrated south. Guide the discussion to identify why people might have settled near the Gulf Coast.
   
   
2. Present notes on “Civilizations in North America” (Attachment B). Stop periodically to check for understanding by asking review questions and having students summarize the information. Cover as many notes as time and student comprehension permit. This activity may take two or more sessions.
   
3. Assign a teacher-selected reading, worksheet, or other reinforcement activity, using available teacher resources.