This topic would be useful for upper elementary students, because it shows students to investigate what the government tells people; do not just accept what the government says blindly. It will teach students to think critically about the world around them, especially the government.
Also, different aspects of the Cherokee culture could be studied in elementary school: art, music, folklore, religion, etc. Civics lessons could also be incorporated by studying the Cherokee Nation's Constitution from this time period with students comparing/contrasting it to the US Constitution.
Also, different aspects of the Cherokee culture could be studied in elementary school: art, music, folklore, religion, etc. Civics lessons could also be incorporated by studying the Cherokee Nation's Constitution from this time period with students comparing/contrasting it to the US Constitution.