Native Land, Native People

San Diego is often called America’s finest city. Indeed, its weather is beautiful, there is fantastic entertainment, and it is a melting pot of culture. From the coast to the desert, it is also home to a fascinating variety of plants and animals. But today we are faced with issues such as biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change. Before there were roads winding through the mountains and boardwalks jutting into the Pacific, San Diego County looked quite different.

This online, asynchronous lesson explores the deep connection the Kumeyaay People—our region’s first inhabitants—had with nature. Students will discover how the beliefs and cultural practices of Kumeyaay ancestors allowed them to thrive in the natural world while also preserving and protecting it. How can your students apply this to the way we live today?

This virtual class pairs well with the virtual Coast to Cactus virtual field trip and teacher guides

Availability description

Continuously available online.

Age/Grade Level
Grades 3-5
Cost Range
Free
Time of Day
Online/Hybrid
Opportunity type
School Programs
Area of Interest
Biology / LifeSciences
Earth Science/Ecology
Social Science
Financial Support or Scholarship Available?
Yes
NGSS Aligned?
Yes
Location Address:
1788 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, California, 92101
Contact Name:
Rosie Bell
Email:
rbell@sdnhm.org
Telephone:

Native Land, Native People

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