The Ancient Americas

For Kids, Families, and Teachers
If you're looking for more information on the early Americas, or if you'd like additional resources that can help you teach anthropology and the history of Indigenous peoples of the Americas in your classroom, The Field Museum offers a wide variety of programs, educational materials, and workshops to meet your needs.

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	Field Museum Teacher and Student Programs Planning a field trip to the Museum? Check out the list of programs and activities in which your class can participate during their visit. Or for curriculum ideas and classroom activities that focus on *The Ancient Americas*, take a look at our Harris Loan Center Experience Boxes, and downloadable curriculum guides.
	Reading Materials Download our comprehensive list of books and educational materials for The Ancient Americas. A great resource for yourself, your family, or your students!
	Online Resources Check out other great websites where you can go to learn more about Indigenous peoples of the Americas. You'll find organizations and institutions with terrific resources for teaching anthropology and the history of the early Americas.
	Americas Glossary Take a look at our Americas' Glossary for an extensive list of anthropological terms and their meanings. It's a great tool for understanding the common vocabulary used in teaching about the peoples and history of the ancient Americas.

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