Indian/Native American Boarding Schools: Their History, Harm and Impact
"About the Lesson Plan:
This lesson provides an opportunity for students to learn more about Indian boarding schools, reflect on personal narratives about the experience and examine recommendations contained in the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative.
Learning Objectives:
- Students will understand the history, purpose and impact of Indian boarding schools.
- Students will explore personal narratives of people who attended the Indian boarding schools.
- Students will analyze the official report about the boarding schools and subsequent recommendations.
- Students will reflect upon the differences, limitations and opportunities presented by both personal narratives and data/statistics." - ADL.
This lesson plan, created by ADL Education, includes a downloadable lesson plan and resources for educators. This lesson plan is geared toward high schoolers.