From sod to shelters

by Ms. Frank on November 12, 2018

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In our sixth grade reading group, we just finished up learning all about early Native American cultures. From the Aztecs to the Hopi’s, we explored many different cultures’ climates, geography and natural resources they had to work with during that time period.

One culture that peaked our interest most was that of the Pawnee. The Pawnee, who lived in the Great Plains, didn’t have access to many trees, but had a plentiful resource of grass. The Great Plains were often called, “a sea of grass.”

We discussed in detail how the Pawnee tribe accommodated to their surroundings. One thing in particular was how they made their homes and shelters. The Native Americans found a way to make use of the sod for building their shelters.