This collection uses primary sources to explore the Wounded Knee Massacre. Digital Public Library of America Primary Source Sets are designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills and draw diverse material from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. Each set includes an overview, ten to fifteen primary sources, links to related resources, and a teaching guide. These sets were created and reviewed by the teachers on the DPLA's Education Advisory Committee.

The Miss Indian America Pageant was launched by Sheridan residents in the 1950s to combat discrimination. In the accompanying lesson plan (found in the Support Materials) students will view the story told through the eyes of Miss Indian America titleholders. [15:57]

Since 1885 the Shoshone people have been without buffalo on their land. After decades of effort beginning in the 1990's a coalition of individuals and organizations have taken the first step in returning the North American Bison to their native lands.

With this video and accompanying lesson plan, students will gain an understanding of the Shoshone tribe while learning about the Shoshone Parfleche. [3:07]

Learn about the treaty that established the Wind River Reservation and the two tribes that inhabit it, the Northern Arapaho and Eastern Shoshone. Included is a lesson plan and discussion guide. [4:18]

From the Yale-New Haven Teacher's Institute, comprehensive history of tobacco, the tobacco industry, and tobacco-related illnesses.