The Big Idea Activity Big Idea Activity
 

Writing

WritingWriting tips and style guidelines

 
 

Quick Quiz

Test your knowledge. What have you learned so far?

 
Unit Two
 

Biography

Elsie Allen

Biography This Native American woman kept alive the art of Pomo basket weaving. Find out how she did it.

A Day in the Life

A Young Native American's Life in California

A Day in the Life Native American children had many responsibilities, like helping their parents, but also had time to play games.

 California Standard 4.2.1 Discuss the major nations of California Indians, including their geographic distribution, economic activities, legends, and religious beliefs; and describe how they depended on, adapted to, and [MORE] 

 California Standard 4.2.1 Discuss the major nations of California Indians, including their geographic distribution, economic activities, legends, and religious beliefs; and describe how they depended on, adapted to, and [MORE] 

Biography

Junípero Serra

Biography Junípero Serra founded a total of nine missions along the coast of California. Learn how he changed California's history.

Field Trip

San Juan Capistrano

Field Trip Mission San Juan Capistrano is called the "Jewel of the Missions." Visit the chapel in which Father Serra held church services.

 California Standard 4.2.3  Describe the Spanish exploration and colonization of California, including the relationships among soldiers, missionaries, and Indians (e.g., Juan Crespi, Junipero Serra, Gaspar de Portola).

California Standard 4.1 Students demonstrate an understanding of the physical and human geographic features that define places and regions in California.   California Standard 4.2.3  Describe the Spanish exploration and colonization of California, including the relationships among soldiers, missionaries, and Indians (e.g., Juan Crespi, Junipero Serra, Gaspar de Portola).