Native America

Native AmericaBy Matt Rueckert

Long before 1492 when 'Columbus sailed the ocean blue', a vast, thriving civilization inhabited the American continent. The indigenous population lived in communites much like those in Europe and Asia. They farmed, hunted, and traded with other tribes. They had a complex and well-structured political and social system. Most importantly, and contrary to popular belief, they were organized and intelligent.

- Many civilizations lived in America prior to the arrival of Europeans. -Be familiar with the social, political, and cultural aspects of the general indigenous people of North America. -What can we learn by comparing pre and post Columbian America.

Time Period

Things you need to know

Timeline Video

Native diets, dress, and religion

Just like other major religions, natives have their own creation stories.