First Nations of the California Intermountain Vocabulary

Starting a unit or lesson with the key vocabulary that students will see in their readings or presentations aids in overall comprehension and retention. In this activity, students will create a storyboard that defines and illustrates key vocabulary related to the region of the California-Intermountain and its First Nations.

Example California Intermountain Region Vocabulary

• Shoshoni
• Ute
• Bannock
• Paiute
• Goshute
• Pomo
• Maidu
• Miwok
• Plateau
• Plain
• Gorge
• Coast
• Mesa
• Intermountain Region
• Culture
• Cultural Region
• Artifact
• Nomadic
• Hunter Gatherers
• Inland
• Wickiup

Due Date:

Objective: Create a visual vocabulary board that defines and illustrates vocabulary related to First Nations of the California Intermountain.

Student Instructions

1. Click "Start Assignment".
2. In the title boxes, identify the key terms you have chosen.
3. In the description boxes, write the definition of the term.
4. Create a visualization for each term using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
5. Save and exit when you're done.

Requirements: Must have 3 terms, correct definitions, and appropriate illustrations for each that demonstrate your understanding of the words.