Chapter 2 Early Encounters Two Worlds Meet Learning

Chapter 2 Early Encounters: Two Worlds Meet

Learning Target: Understand that many groups and subcultures existed and thrived long before Europeans exploration and settlement in the PNW. DO NOW 1. Get all three worksheets for today from the front table. 2. Complete as much of the “About My Life” Activator as you can.

Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest The Coastal People • Salish • Chinook • Makah • • The Coastal people lived in homes of cedar. The basic social unit was the extended family. Wealth was important to social rank. A wealthy family might own more canoes, tools, weapons, and animal skins. • They also had slaves.

Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest The Plateau People • Plateau tribes were divided into two main language groups. • The Salish-speaking tribes of the northern plateau: • The Spokane, Kalispel, Coeur d’Alene, Colville, Okanagon, Columbia, and Wenatchee • Tribes of the southern plateau: • The Nez Perce, Yakama, Palouse, Klickitat, Kittitas, Umatilla, and Wanapum • Plateau people lived in pit houses and then in tule houses after the early 1800 s. • Men and women had defined roles, but there was a great deal of equality between them.

Partner Project: Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest • Choose a partner. • Go to page 36 of the textbook. • Choose ONE tribe to research. You cannot have the same group/tribe as anyone. • Research: • • How did the tribe get its name? Is the tribe found in Washington today? How long has the tribe been in Washington? What is the culture of the tribe like?