Navajo Code Talkers : Mini Unit

The Navajo Code Talkers: Mini Unit

This educational resource is ideal for teaching students between Grade 8 and Grade 12, focusing on US History and First Peoples' studies.

Included in the package:

• Reading content about:
  • Assimilation schools,
  • Native American Code Talkers in World War One,
  • The recruitment and training of code talkers,
  • Their service in combat, and
  • Their post-war legacy.
• A comprehensive PowerPoint presentation filled with detailed information about the Navajo Code Talkers.
• Tweleve open-ended questions to engage students with the material learned.
• A poster creation task project or a booklet preparation project with materials requirement list & instruction guidelines.
• Differentiated crossword puzzles to reinforce vocabulary associated with this area of study. The puzzles also include an answer guide for accuracy checking.
• All necessary worksheets are included in two convenient PDF files suitable for both printing: A compressed version & one easy-printing formatted version. The mini unit is flexible enough to accommodate various teaching methods like whole group instruction or smaller peer-based learning groups - making it versatile irrespective of classroom settings. Please note that beyond classroom use, these resources can also double up as additional homework material!

In summary, The Navajo Code Talkers Mini Unit serves as a comprehensive package paying due tribute to indigenous contribution while ensuring educators deliver thoroughly informative lessons on this notable aspect of World War Two history.

2 PDFs files: One compressed and the other with the worksheets for students.

1 PPT with the presentation about the Navajo code Talkers

1 PPT with the worksheets and everything needed for students to successfully complete either of the projects.