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Educational Resources - People of the Bison

Three Native Americans with headdresses are riding horses in the Badlands.

Episode Guide

Things To Do

1. Watch People of the Bison.

2. Complete Episode Quiz individually or as a group. (Note: The quiz has additional information and related video.)

3. Student Glossary (PDF)

- Print Crossword Puzzle, (answers), and distribute to class.

4. Discussion Cards (PDF)

5. Class Activity - Traditional Use of Tatanka (Buffalo)

- Buffalo Arrive At Massive New Rosebud Range

Episode Script

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On this page you will find educational resources for the Dakota Pathways episode called People of the Bison. There is an episode guide, additional videos, activities, and more.

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