Lesson plan
A River Through Time: Focus on the Gila River
GeoHistory
GeoLiteracy
Legacy
ELL
Description
In this lesson, students will learn how the Akimel O'odham have depended on the physical environment and the Gila River for their existence. They will also learn that technological modifications in one place can lead to changes in other locations by examining the damming of the Gila River and its effect upon the lifestyle of the Akimel O'odham (Pima Indians). This lesson has adaptations for diverse learners (ELLs).Duration
3 class periodsAuthor
Carol Carney
Warren
Standards
14: How human actions modify the physical environment16: The changes that occur in the meaning, use, distribution, and importance of resources
17: How to apply geography to interpret the past
Teacher Instructions
WarrenRivT.pdf
(181.17 KB)
WarrenRivS2.pdf
(80.25 KB)
WarrenRivS3.pdf
(1.11 MB)
WarrenRivS2.pdf
(80.25 KB)
Student Materials
Materials To Assist Teachers and English Language Learners
WarrenRivELLV.pdf
(3.05 MB)
Supplemental Files
WarrenRiver1991.pdf
(257.57 KB)