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Explore how Native Americans thrived in the Canadian forest by crafting shelters, clothing, and tools. Learn about their adaptation techniques and resource utilization to survive and prosper in this challenging environment.
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Carefully examine the transparency of the Canadian forest. Imagine you have suddenly been placed in this environment, and you must survive there for a year. In the space below, describe the shelter you would build, the clothing you would make to protect yourself from the elements, and the tools you would create to acquire food. Tell why you designed the items the way you did. Mention the natural resources you would use.
Migrated from Asia • Encouraged by pursuit of big game hunting • Traveled across the Bering Strait • Migrated approximately 20,000—50,000 years ago
Migrated into 8 Geographic Regions • California • Northwest Coast • Plateau • Great Basin • Southwest • Great Plains • Eastern Woodlands • Southeast
Adapted to Environment • Built shelter using materials from surroundings • Managed freshwater resources responsibly • Developed special tools for hunting and food production • Produced clothing compatible with environment
Created unique Cultures Comanche Hopi Inuit Sioux Nez Perce Cherokee