Water, Water

In this lesson, students will work with the Tribal Council and Elders to locate the water bodies (lakes, rivers, streams or creeks) that have been of traditional importance. Using a USGS/Regional or other map; students will draw in, or in some way identify the traditional water areas of importance or use. Students will work with an Elder to find out, historically, how the people knew that the water was "good" and not polluted or compromised in some way. Lastly, students will work with the teacher, Elder, and Tribal Council and test the water quality in those areas.