Native Americans, Exploration and Settlement of California Bundle

Lessons highlight California’s early history, focusing on the cultures and geographical distribution of Native American tribes. Topics include early European exploration by land and sea, the establishment of the Spanish mission system, presidios, and pueblos, and the impact of colonization on indigenous populations.

Lessons cover California HHS Standards 4.2.1-4.2.5

Included lessons:

1. Native Americans in California 

2. Native American Religion and Myths

3. Early Sea Routes to California

4. Spanish Missions in California

5. Spanish Colonization of California

6. Franciscans and the Economy of California

7. Daily Life at a Mission